Job summary
The New Hospital Programme (NHP) is a key initiative within NHS England to deliver a world-class healthcare infrastructure, creating modern, efficient hospitals that meet the evolving needs of patients and staff.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Organisational Development (OD) and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Manager to lead and implement strategies that foster an inclusive culture, drive organisational effectiveness, and ensure the workforce is prepared for transformational change.
This role will work across the New Hospital Programme, influencing and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels to ensure OD,EDI and Health and Wellbeing principles are embedded into every stage of the programme.
Main duties of the job
Operational Leadership: Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of organisational development initiatives that align with the New Hospital Programme's strategic objectives. Focus on fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and continuous learning.
Improving Quality and Outcomes: Develop and deliver tailored EDI training programmes that enhance organisational culture and employee engagement. Regularly assess the impact of these initiatives and refine them to improve outcomes.
Promoting Equality and Reducing Inequalities: Lead efforts to embed EDI principles across all areas of the Programme. Ensure that all policies, practices, and procedures are inclusive and equitable, promoting a diverse workforce and eliminating barriers to equality.
Leadership for Transformational Change: Drive organisational change by leading EDI and development projects that support the Programme's long-term goals. Act as a change agent, promoting a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement.
Health and Wellbeing: Collaborate with HR and occupational health teams to implement initiatives that support staff wellbeing, including mental health awareness, stress management, and lead campaigns and initiatives aimed at reducing workplace stress and supporting the overall wellbeing of staff throughout the programme's lifecycle.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
EDI Strategy Development: Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy for the New Hospital Programme. Ensure that EDI principles are integrated into all aspects of organisational culture and operational practices.
Organisational Development Initiatives: Design and implement organisational development initiatives that support the strategic objectives of the Programme. Focus on enhancing organisational effectiveness through leadership development, change management, and workforce planning.
Training and Development: Develop and deliver high-impact training programs focused on EDI, leadership, and personal development. Ensure that training initiatives are aligned with the needs of the organisation and contribute to the achievement of strategic goals.
Cultural Change Management: Drive cultural change initiatives that promote an inclusive and high-performing work environment. Work with senior leadership to embed organisational values and behaviours that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Reporting and Analytics: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of EDI, Wellbeing and organisational development initiatives using data-driven approaches. Provide regular reports to senior management with insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Build strong relationships with senior leaders, clinical teams, HR, and external partners to influence the integration of OD, EDI, and Health & Wellbeing principles across the New Hospital Programme - providing expert advice and guidance and helping to shape strategies that address both workforce and service delivery challenges.
Policy Development and Compliance: Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to organisational development and EDI. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and NHS guidelines.
Job description
Job responsibilities
EDI Strategy Development: Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy for the New Hospital Programme. Ensure that EDI principles are integrated into all aspects of organisational culture and operational practices.
Organisational Development Initiatives: Design and implement organisational development initiatives that support the strategic objectives of the Programme. Focus on enhancing organisational effectiveness through leadership development, change management, and workforce planning.
Training and Development: Develop and deliver high-impact training programs focused on EDI, leadership, and personal development. Ensure that training initiatives are aligned with the needs of the organisation and contribute to the achievement of strategic goals.
Cultural Change Management: Drive cultural change initiatives that promote an inclusive and high-performing work environment. Work with senior leadership to embed organisational values and behaviours that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Reporting and Analytics: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of EDI, Wellbeing and organisational development initiatives using data-driven approaches. Provide regular reports to senior management with insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Build strong relationships with senior leaders, clinical teams, HR, and external partners to influence the integration of OD, EDI, and Health & Wellbeing principles across the New Hospital Programme - providing expert advice and guidance and helping to shape strategies that address both workforce and service delivery challenges.
Policy Development and Compliance: Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to organisational development and EDI. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and NHS guidelines.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to a master's level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in a specialist area.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of building effective cross-functional working relationships to drive organisational agenda.
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills with the capability to analyse, review, and make sense of highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information across a diverse range of subjects relevant to the post portfolio.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to a master's level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in a specialist area.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of building effective cross-functional working relationships to drive organisational agenda.
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills with the capability to analyse, review, and make sense of highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information across a diverse range of subjects relevant to the post portfolio.
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).
