Job summary
This role will support the Child Health Information Service Manager and CHIS Senior GP Clinical Advisor and project, and operational services to CHIS partner organizations.
The post-holder will support the implementation of the Improving Immunisation Uptake program, working as a member of the wider CHIS and IT team and will engage with partner organizations and stakeholders to deliver the requirements of the program plan, actively supporting the deployment of this plan from both a technical and stakeholder facing perspective.
The post-holder will undertake a number of programs, project and operational administrative activities that will enable the continued development and delivery of the Improving Immunisation Uptake.
Main duties of the job
Project Support Officers plan and organize a range of project activities and work streams and will be responsible for specific elements of the project; including delivery within timescales and budget, and participating in relevant project meetings to provide information, updates, advice, and support.
Project Support Officers implement new ways of working and facilitate collaborative working; and as such, professionals in this position have exceptional communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills and are able to manage, develop and influence people and projects.
Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net, quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net, quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 qualification (e.g. bachelor's degree BA/BSc, NVQ level 6, ordinary degree without honors) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Certificate in management or equivalent level 4 qualification.
- Project management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Project management experience.
- Management / leadership experience including experience of managing formal and informal HR processes.
- Experience of handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Intermediate experience of a financial system i.e. Agresso including experience of managing budgets.
- Experience of managing projects and undertaking evaluation.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Design and development of standard and bespoke data reports.
Desirable
- Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies, and processes.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including solid presentation skills.
- Ability to record accurate minutes of meetings and present to a high standard
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds at all levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Ability to concentrate and focus on diverse tasks whilst dealing with frequent interruptions.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to apply sound judgement and logical approach to identify key or underlying issues in complex situations, being objective and innovative and using use initiative to resolve problems.
- Full UK/EU Driving Licence with use of car
- Ability to deal with distressing or emotional situations and discussions objectively and with emotional intelligence.
- Adept at both negotiation and persuasion.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and respond quickly to changing priorities, reorganizing own and others workload to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Possess a willingness to learn.
Ability to Manage
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised with responsibility for managing own work.
- Proven ability to manage staff including performance and absence management.
Desirable
- Ability to cope with pressure during busy periods and act in a professional manner at all times.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of Childhood Immunisation Program including Hepatitis B Program
Desirable
- Knowledge of Child Health Information Service Data Analysis
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 qualification (e.g. bachelor's degree BA/BSc, NVQ level 6, ordinary degree without honors) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Certificate in management or equivalent level 4 qualification.
- Project management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Project management experience.
- Management / leadership experience including experience of managing formal and informal HR processes.
- Experience of handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Intermediate experience of a financial system i.e. Agresso including experience of managing budgets.
- Experience of managing projects and undertaking evaluation.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Design and development of standard and bespoke data reports.
Desirable
- Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies, and processes.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including solid presentation skills.
- Ability to record accurate minutes of meetings and present to a high standard
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds at all levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Ability to concentrate and focus on diverse tasks whilst dealing with frequent interruptions.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to apply sound judgement and logical approach to identify key or underlying issues in complex situations, being objective and innovative and using use initiative to resolve problems.
- Full UK/EU Driving Licence with use of car
- Ability to deal with distressing or emotional situations and discussions objectively and with emotional intelligence.
- Adept at both negotiation and persuasion.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and respond quickly to changing priorities, reorganizing own and others workload to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Possess a willingness to learn.
Ability to Manage
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised with responsibility for managing own work.
- Proven ability to manage staff including performance and absence management.
Desirable
- Ability to cope with pressure during busy periods and act in a professional manner at all times.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of Childhood Immunisation Program including Hepatitis B Program
Desirable
- Knowledge of Child Health Information Service Data Analysis
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.
