Job summary
Working as part of the Transformation Team, the purpose of this post is to support the transformation of care in Swansea Bay University Health Board. The role will support the delivery of the Health Board's Recovery and Sustainability Plan.
Main duties of the job
Swansea Bay University Health Board is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to join the Transformation Team, to support the transformation of health and care services, and the delivery of high value opportunity projects, to improve outcomes for our patients and the public.
Working closely with a project team of clinicians, management leads, and the Head of Transformation Portfolio, the Project Manager will take responsibility for the development of a project plan, maintenance of project registers, and engagement with project stakeholders. The Project Manager will work with colleagues across the Transformation Team to deliver a benefit-led approach to project and product delivery.
This is an exciting opportunity to help transform the way we deliver health and care services to our population, improving experiences of patients and staff, and changing lives for the better.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the Transformation Programme and being responsible for the organisation, delivery and progress of their assigned project working with the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO)
Develop, management, review and updating the Programme/Project risk register in respect of their programme and project risks
Undertake Quality Impact Assessments of individual project areas
Management, review and updating the Programme/project issues log
Collation, organisation and coordination of workstream meetings
Development, management, review and updating of the Programme/Project Gantt chart
Production of summary reports for consideration at Programme Board including highlighting new risks, issues and progress
Liaison with the Programme Management Lead to ensure the timely production of monthly highlight reports and updating of risks, issues and progress reports including escalation where progress is not on track
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the Transformation Programme and being responsible for the organisation, delivery and progress of their assigned project working with the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO)
Develop, management, review and updating the Programme/Project risk register in respect of their programme and project risks
Undertake Quality Impact Assessments of individual project areas
Management, review and updating the Programme/project issues log
Collation, organisation and coordination of workstream meetings
Development, management, review and updating of the Programme/Project Gantt chart
Production of summary reports for consideration at Programme Board including highlighting new risks, issues and progress
Liaison with the Programme Management Lead to ensure the timely production of monthly highlight reports and updating of risks, issues and progress reports including escalation where progress is not on track
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Relevant Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent experience.
- PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledgeable about a wide range of clinical services and the wider Health Economy
- Knowledgeable about programme/project management
- General knowledge of and experience of the following: project management; communications and engagement; service change
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing and service planning and/or redesign complex projects
- Experience of business case development, strategy development, service specification development, and quality initiatives, experience and outcome
- Experience of project / Programme management approaches including project management tools
- Experience of engagement and communicating with all levels of professional staff and the public
- Experience in working with Executive Directors
Desirable
- Experience of using Microsoft Project or other Project /Programme Management Software
- Has experience and knowledge of change management and improvement methodologies
- Experience in leading a project within the Health Board environment
- Experience of managing staff and the associated HR policies and procedures
- Significant experience of working with voluntary sector, partner organisations, patient and carer groups
Skills
Essential
- Identifies critical issues and develop solutions or escalates when appropriate
- Has good analytical and decision making abilities
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Desirable
Personal
Essential
- Demonstrates personal attributes
Desirable
- Continued professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Relevant Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent experience.
- PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledgeable about a wide range of clinical services and the wider Health Economy
- Knowledgeable about programme/project management
- General knowledge of and experience of the following: project management; communications and engagement; service change
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing and service planning and/or redesign complex projects
- Experience of business case development, strategy development, service specification development, and quality initiatives, experience and outcome
- Experience of project / Programme management approaches including project management tools
- Experience of engagement and communicating with all levels of professional staff and the public
- Experience in working with Executive Directors
Desirable
- Experience of using Microsoft Project or other Project /Programme Management Software
- Has experience and knowledge of change management and improvement methodologies
- Experience in leading a project within the Health Board environment
- Experience of managing staff and the associated HR policies and procedures
- Significant experience of working with voluntary sector, partner organisations, patient and carer groups
Skills
Essential
- Identifies critical issues and develop solutions or escalates when appropriate
- Has good analytical and decision making abilities
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Desirable
Personal
Essential
- Demonstrates personal attributes
Desirable
- Continued professional development
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).
