Job summary
Lead and manage a large and complex designated portfolio within a Commissioning Directorate, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services.Lead and manage the planning, stakeholder engagement, and performance management of the delegated portfolio to achieve the best outcomes for patients and the organisation.Lead on evidence and value-based commissioning for the delegated portfolio, taking consideration of population need.Provide leadership and management the Commissioning Team(s) within the delegated portfolio, and work across NHS Wales, including strategic, clinical and operational delivery networks and where required, deputise for the Assistant Director of Commissioning.Be accountable to the Assistant Director of Commissioning for their performance and provide expert advice to the Director of Commissioning and their Deputy on the commissioning of services within their delegated portfolio.
Main duties of the job
Lead and manage a large and complex delegated commissioning portfolio.
Lead, manage and develop the matrix Commissioning Team for the delegated portfolio.
Lead the development of commissioning strategies and plans for the services included within the remit of the role, working with the Assistant Director of Commissioning and other Heads of Commissioning to ensure alignment of plans with the Integrated Medium-Term Plan and wider JCC commissioning priorities and plans.
Lead on the strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and performance management of the delegated portfolio.
Work with stakeholders to develop and implement plans to improve quality and value across the delegated portfolio.
Lead on contract and performance management for the services within the delegated portfolio, and manage within the allocated budget for the services, likely to be in excess of £100m dependent on the portfolio.
Implement and maintain robust quality assurance and clinical governance arrangements for the portfolio and ensure appropriate escalation where necessary.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details and main responsibilities can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
The NWJCC is a joint committee of the seven health boards in Wales, with a Chair and Lay Members. We support collaborative commissioning across Wales, with around 120 staff based in Mold and Nantgarw/Treforest.
Our mission to be The Centre of Excellence for Collaborative Commissioning, improving health and care outcomes across Wales. We commission around 220 services, from NHS 111 and ambulance services to specialised rare disease services, and mental health, operating a £1.14bn budget.
In this role, you will join a supportive, inclusive team, working with NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and UK provider organisations. We are seeking individuals who reflect our values of respect, trust, collaboration, and excellencethose who put patients and quality at the centre of everything they do.
If you're passionate about improving lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team, wed love to hear from you.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months due to - meet the needs of the service
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details and main responsibilities can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
The NWJCC is a joint committee of the seven health boards in Wales, with a Chair and Lay Members. We support collaborative commissioning across Wales, with around 120 staff based in Mold and Nantgarw/Treforest.
Our mission to be The Centre of Excellence for Collaborative Commissioning, improving health and care outcomes across Wales. We commission around 220 services, from NHS 111 and ambulance services to specialised rare disease services, and mental health, operating a £1.14bn budget.
In this role, you will join a supportive, inclusive team, working with NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and UK provider organisations. We are seeking individuals who reflect our values of respect, trust, collaboration, and excellencethose who put patients and quality at the centre of everything they do.
If you're passionate about improving lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team, wed love to hear from you.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months due to - meet the needs of the service
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Master's Level or equivalent level of experience/ knowledge, with evidence of developed knowledge and experience in commissioning.
- In-depth professional knowledge in a number of disciplines, e.g. financial management, performance management, information systems, staff management acquired through training and experience over extended period.
- Detailed understanding of the commissioning and provision of health services.
Desirable
- Change management qualification, e.g. MSP, Prince2 etc.
Experience
Essential
- Exoerience at senior level in a large and complex organisation
- Evidence of successfully working in a highly complex environment with a multiplicity of stakeholders
- Contract and performance monitoring and management
Desirable
- Experience of working within Commissioning
- Change management and transformation
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrable ability to influence at senior levels, and manage and resolve conflict.
- Demonstrate a constructive and creative approach to problem solving
- Strong commissioning, contracting and performance management skills
Desirable
- Commitment to improving quality of patient care
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Motivated, self-starter with a commitment to the values of NHS Wales and a passion for providing high quality care for patients
- Articulate with strong communication and presentation skills.
- Leadership and management skills at a team, organisational and partnership level.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Master's Level or equivalent level of experience/ knowledge, with evidence of developed knowledge and experience in commissioning.
- In-depth professional knowledge in a number of disciplines, e.g. financial management, performance management, information systems, staff management acquired through training and experience over extended period.
- Detailed understanding of the commissioning and provision of health services.
Desirable
- Change management qualification, e.g. MSP, Prince2 etc.
Experience
Essential
- Exoerience at senior level in a large and complex organisation
- Evidence of successfully working in a highly complex environment with a multiplicity of stakeholders
- Contract and performance monitoring and management
Desirable
- Experience of working within Commissioning
- Change management and transformation
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrable ability to influence at senior levels, and manage and resolve conflict.
- Demonstrate a constructive and creative approach to problem solving
- Strong commissioning, contracting and performance management skills
Desirable
- Commitment to improving quality of patient care
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Motivated, self-starter with a commitment to the values of NHS Wales and a passion for providing high quality care for patients
- Articulate with strong communication and presentation skills.
- Leadership and management skills at a team, organisational and partnership level.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
NWJCC Willowford or Media Point
Treforest Industrial Estate or Mold
Treforest or Mold
CF37 5YL
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
