Job summary
**Provisional interview date 7th March 2024**
We are seeking a new Strategic Planning Manager to join our friendly team based within the Strategy and Planning Directorate at Harrogate District Hospital. This role helps deliver the strategic, capital and corporate planning agenda for the organisation.
The post holder will undertake general project management for a range of developments to improve the services and facilities provided by the Trust. As our portfolio of projects alters in line with annual planning each year, the post holder will have the opportunity to work on varied projects across all specialties and facilities.
There are opportunities to focus on developing your project management, business case development, annual planning or financial management skills, with possible opportunities in health care design, to tailor your career pathway.
Main duties of the job
The Strategic Planning Manager will lead the delivery of assigned projects through the scoping, planning and delivery stages. This will include writing business cases, chairing project meetings, writing project schedules and briefings, reviewing contract documentation and ensuring the brief is delivered to time, scope and budget.
In relation to capital planning projects, the post holder will be asked to lead the process to commission new facilities ensuring they are ready for operational use whilst maintaining reporting to Trust Boards and management groups. They will act as senior customer throughout capital projects representing clinical and operational users to ensure the agreed scheme objectives are delivered.
The post holder will manage the project budget forecasts, approvals and spend, and post project evaluations alongside HDFT Finance.
The Strategic Planning Manager will contribute to the Environment Strategy for the Trust at both the Harrogate District Hospital site and Community properties, shaping the provision of healthcare services for the future.
The post holder should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as effective networking, analytical and facilitation skills. The post holder will also have extensive project management and change management experience and be IT literate.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Jo Parker at Jo.parker16@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Jo Parker at Jo.parker16@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Project or Programme Management Qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in developing business cases, project plans and operational policies
Desirable
- Experience of delivering Capital and Estates Projects.
Skills
Essential
- Proactive with an ability to work autonomously using own discretion and initiative with a methodical and organised approach
- Excellent administrative and good presentation skills with a high level of accuracy
- Good standard of report and policy writing
Desirable
- Ability to produce simple building drawings and room layouts using computer aided design (CAD).
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of key NHS policies and priorities
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) techniques, the production of building specifications, schedules of works, and H&S documentation.
- Knowledge of RIBA processes, developing feasibility studies and schedules of work.
- Knowledge of the content and application of the standard forms of construction contract (e.g. NEC, JCT etc.)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Project or Programme Management Qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in developing business cases, project plans and operational policies
Desirable
- Experience of delivering Capital and Estates Projects.
Skills
Essential
- Proactive with an ability to work autonomously using own discretion and initiative with a methodical and organised approach
- Excellent administrative and good presentation skills with a high level of accuracy
- Good standard of report and policy writing
Desirable
- Ability to produce simple building drawings and room layouts using computer aided design (CAD).
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of key NHS policies and priorities
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) techniques, the production of building specifications, schedules of works, and H&S documentation.
- Knowledge of RIBA processes, developing feasibility studies and schedules of work.
- Knowledge of the content and application of the standard forms of construction contract (e.g. NEC, JCT etc.)
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).
