Job summary
We are seeking an inspirational Chief Digital & Data Officer to join our executive team. You will hold a pivotal leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive. You'll work alongside dynamic, inclusive, & forward-thinking executives who share your passion for reimagining models of care & delivering better outcomes with equity. Our vision is to be world-leading in improving the lives of local people, transforming care pathways, & driving economic growth throughinclusive innovation. Our vision is underpinned by the ambition of our city region - we are fast becoming a magnet to global players in the health innovation supply chain for partnership & investment.
The NHS 10 Year Health Plan recently set out the vision for a service underpinned by digital transformation & data-driven insights. In parallel, the UK Government Life Sciences Sector Plan depends on new digital & data platforms to drive forward clinical trials & other pathway transformation investment. GM has already led the way nationally in ICS-level ownership of digital strategy & governance, single patient records (through the GM Care Record) & using data to deliver impact (through 'Greater Data',HInM's commercial plan leveraging our ICS data assets) - to the effect that we are being relied upon to deliver against key policy initiatives, including being the first 'Prevention Demonstrator'.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual with:Visionary leadership: proven track record of senior leadership in data, AI, analytics, digital transformation, &/or real-world evidence generation.Experience driving innovation: demonstrable experience leading the adoption & spread of healthcare innovation, particularly in data-driven models of care, digital health, or research-led transformation.Learning agility: thrive in complex & evolving environments by expanding knowledge, use of methods & adapting leadership style & approaches to drive innovation & impactCommitment to health equity: passion for improving outcomes for diverse & underserved populations, & tackling health inequalities through innovationReliability in relationship building: exceptional ability to build & maintain trust with key stakeholders & work across organisational boundariesExpertise in data governance: deep understanding of the standards, challenges & opportunities associated with the use of NHS data to deliver health & care at scale & paceInfluence & advocacy: a confident advocate with the ability to unlock investment, influence policy, & communicate persuasively with a range of audiences - from local stakeholders to national policymakers.Collaborative spirit: a natural collaborator, comfortable working in partnership, who thrives in complex, fast-moving, & integrated environments
About us
HInM sits at the centre of an ambitious & integrated health & care system, uniquely positioned to turn evidence & innovation into real-world improvements. Through the exceptional Board leadership, we are a partnership bringing together the NHS, local government, leading academic institutions & world-class industry partners.If you are excited by the challenge of transforming healthcare through data-driven innovation, want to be part of a dynamic leadership team that values collaboration, we want to hear from you. You'll be part of an organisation delivering: o Transformational impact: at the heart of a bold city-region with the infrastructure, partnerships, & ambition to deliver new, data-driven models of care at pace & scale.o System-wide reach: influence & shape the future of healthcare for 3 million people, with a platform to drive change across local, regional, & national levels.o Collaborative culture: join a leadership team committed to inclusivity, wellbeing, & professional growth.o Innovation ecosystem: work within a partnership that spans NHS, local government, academia, & industryo Join us in shaping a world-leading health innovation ecosystem & improving lives- your leadership could define the future of healthcare in Greater Manchester & beyond.
We are committed to equality, diversity & inclusion & welcome applications from all backgrounds & communities.
HInM is hosted by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role & Responsibilities
Few positions offer the chance to deliver visible, measurable impact directly to local people at scale. At Health Innovation Manchester (HInM), your work will affect the health & wellbeing of 3 million people across Greater Manchester (GM).
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Strategic leadership: deliver the strategic direction of Health Innovation Manchester, ensuring our work is at the forefront of digital transformation, clinical excellence, & cutting-edge research & innovation.
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Digital transformation: oversee the design & development of new digital health products, platforms, & AI-powered services to enhance NHS & life sciences collaboration. Executive accountability for defined delivery programmes, including GM Care Record optimisation & GM Secure Data Environment development.
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Data: lead the creation of a world-class, AI-ready health dataset & effective, compliant, & ethical use of NHS data within GM Integrated Care System assets. Ensure the highest standards in data governance, security and privacy aremaintained, while enabling data-driven innovation that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
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Health intelligence & analytics: Oversee health intelligence & predictive analytics within HInM ensuring data-driven decision-making internally & support use of these approaches across the NHS, local government, & industry.
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Partnership & collaboration: build & nurture critical relationshipswith clinicians, system leaders, data controllers,& partners across the NHS, local government,academia, life sciences & technology industries. Your influence & credibility will be instrumental in aligning diverse stakeholders behind a shared vision.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role & Responsibilities
Few positions offer the chance to deliver visible, measurable impact directly to local people at scale. At Health Innovation Manchester (HInM), your work will affect the health & wellbeing of 3 million people across Greater Manchester (GM).
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Strategic leadership: deliver the strategic direction of Health Innovation Manchester, ensuring our work is at the forefront of digital transformation, clinical excellence, & cutting-edge research & innovation.
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Digital transformation: oversee the design & development of new digital health products, platforms, & AI-powered services to enhance NHS & life sciences collaboration. Executive accountability for defined delivery programmes, including GM Care Record optimisation & GM Secure Data Environment development.
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Data: lead the creation of a world-class, AI-ready health dataset & effective, compliant, & ethical use of NHS data within GM Integrated Care System assets. Ensure the highest standards in data governance, security and privacy aremaintained, while enabling data-driven innovation that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
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Health intelligence & analytics: Oversee health intelligence & predictive analytics within HInM ensuring data-driven decision-making internally & support use of these approaches across the NHS, local government, & industry.
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Partnership & collaboration: build & nurture critical relationshipswith clinicians, system leaders, data controllers,& partners across the NHS, local government,academia, life sciences & technology industries. Your influence & credibility will be instrumental in aligning diverse stakeholders behind a shared vision.
Person Specification
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Proven track record of senior leadership in data, AI, analytics, digital transformation, and/or real-world evidence generation
- Expertise in digital strategy, informatics, and interoperability.
- Ability to lead and transform a digital organisation/department at scale and pace
- Ability to secure funding and attract investment.
- Expertise in health economics, value-based healthcare, and data-driven policy making.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Strong understanding of clinical trials, real-world implementation, life sciences and or technology partnerships.
- Experience working with HINs, NHSE, NHS provider or global health data organisations.
- Strong knowledge of AI regulation and NHS digital adoption pathways.
- Background in public-private partnerships, data commercialisation, and health tech innovation.
Person Specification
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Proven track record of senior leadership in data, AI, analytics, digital transformation, and/or real-world evidence generation
- Expertise in digital strategy, informatics, and interoperability.
- Ability to lead and transform a digital organisation/department at scale and pace
- Ability to secure funding and attract investment.
- Expertise in health economics, value-based healthcare, and data-driven policy making.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Strong understanding of clinical trials, real-world implementation, life sciences and or technology partnerships.
- Experience working with HINs, NHSE, NHS provider or global health data organisations.
- Strong knowledge of AI regulation and NHS digital adoption pathways.
- Background in public-private partnerships, data commercialisation, and health tech innovation.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
