Job summary
We
are looking for an engaging and experienced Programme Director with an
excellent track record of leading transformational change across multiple
organisations to lead the implementation of a new single LIMS across
laboratories across 5 Trusts in North East and North Cumbria (NENC). The design
and implementation of a single LIMS is the top clinical priority and a key enabler of service change and
improvement. Its successful implementation will be vital for building a network
which has standardised ways of working, high levels of productivity and quality
and is sustainable and resilient
Main duties of the job
The Programme Director will support the 5 Trusts across NENC
organisations in the delivery of the Trusts strategic LIMS EPR Programme
activities and will manage the programme of activities on a day-to-day basis
throughout the Implementation Programme, on behalf of the Senior Leadership
Team (Via CIOs), including the refinement and delivery of programme benefits.
The Programme Director will also be responsible for the transition of the
Implementation Programme to business as usual.
In conjunction with key stakeholders, the
Programme Director will plan, manage and lead multiple, concurrent (and
related) projects and activities to deliver the key strategic priorities as
agreed by the organisations.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
individual is tasked with leading the LIMS EPR Programme, focusing on defining,
controlling, and being accountable for its approach and milestones.
The role
involves close collaboration with leadership teams across five Trusts and the
Lead CIO of CDDFT to shape the programme. This includes contributing ideas,
challenging existing processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
The
individual is responsible for ensuring that the programme's outcomes are
effectively integrated into the organisation and guiding colleagues through
governance processes with necessary documentation and analysis.
Working
with the Lead CIO, the role requires securing internal and external resources,
building a skilled team, and managing programme risks.
The
individual will proactively address issues, create a sense of urgency around
the programme, and act as a trusted adviser to stakeholders, providing clear
communication and well-thought-out solutions.
They are
in charge of providing progress updates, managing the programme budget in
collaboration with the Finance Department, and ensuring that benefits are
assessed and realised.
The role
involves managing implementation to minimise disruption, maintaining effective
relationships at all organisational levels, and developing a network of
contacts.
The
individual will set clear accountabilities for team members, manage consensus on
solutions, ensure effective communication across the organisation, and handle
programme closure, including post-implementation reviews.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
individual is tasked with leading the LIMS EPR Programme, focusing on defining,
controlling, and being accountable for its approach and milestones.
The role
involves close collaboration with leadership teams across five Trusts and the
Lead CIO of CDDFT to shape the programme. This includes contributing ideas,
challenging existing processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
The
individual is responsible for ensuring that the programme's outcomes are
effectively integrated into the organisation and guiding colleagues through
governance processes with necessary documentation and analysis.
Working
with the Lead CIO, the role requires securing internal and external resources,
building a skilled team, and managing programme risks.
The
individual will proactively address issues, create a sense of urgency around
the programme, and act as a trusted adviser to stakeholders, providing clear
communication and well-thought-out solutions.
They are
in charge of providing progress updates, managing the programme budget in
collaboration with the Finance Department, and ensuring that benefits are
assessed and realised.
The role
involves managing implementation to minimise disruption, maintaining effective
relationships at all organisational levels, and developing a network of
contacts.
The
individual will set clear accountabilities for team members, manage consensus on
solutions, ensure effective communication across the organisation, and handle
programme closure, including post-implementation reviews.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Desirable
- Membership of a professional body, e.g. CIPD or IHSM
Special Requirements
Essential
- Immediate availability to commence post within 2 months maximum
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications & Training
- Educated to Masters Level or equivalent.
- Able to demonstrate continuous professional development as a Senior Leader of Change.
Experience
Essential
- Very Senior level leader experience in health and care systems.
- Demonstrable sound leadership, with credible and in-depth experience of managing Trust-wide programmes within the NHS.
- Experience of delivered significant service improvement
- Experience of working with multiple partners to achieve transformation.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of handling complex data and scenarios.
- Ability to provide clarity of analysis and to design workable pathways through complex challenges.
- Ability to work with a range of professions, individuals and teams to establish common ground, shared goals and galvanise them into actions to deliver improvement.
- Knowledge of programme management methodology and its practical application whilst taking account of emergent challenges/blockages and changing goals.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Desirable
- Membership of a professional body, e.g. CIPD or IHSM
Special Requirements
Essential
- Immediate availability to commence post within 2 months maximum
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications & Training
- Educated to Masters Level or equivalent.
- Able to demonstrate continuous professional development as a Senior Leader of Change.
Experience
Essential
- Very Senior level leader experience in health and care systems.
- Demonstrable sound leadership, with credible and in-depth experience of managing Trust-wide programmes within the NHS.
- Experience of delivered significant service improvement
- Experience of working with multiple partners to achieve transformation.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of handling complex data and scenarios.
- Ability to provide clarity of analysis and to design workable pathways through complex challenges.
- Ability to work with a range of professions, individuals and teams to establish common ground, shared goals and galvanise them into actions to deliver improvement.
- Knowledge of programme management methodology and its practical application whilst taking account of emergent challenges/blockages and changing goals.
Additional information
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).
