Cancer Data Project Manager
Job summary
The Cancer Data Project Manager is a 12-month fixed-term position. The post holder will work closely with members of the Cancer Services team and site-specific multidisciplinary teams to deliver a programme of data quality and service improvement projects.
The role is responsible for planning, managing and delivering a broad portfolio of data-driven projects across Cancer Services, overseeing the full project lifecycle from initiation through to implementation and evaluation. This includes the development of project documentation, recommendations and sustainable data solutions to support service improvement and cancer metrics.
Using advanced technical knowledge of information management, data analysis and interrogation, the Cancer Data Project Manager will plan and develop new data reporting solutions.
The post holder will lead a small project team, providing professional leadership, direction and support to ensure the successful delivery of project objectives and agreed outcomes.
The role requires a proactive, flexible and innovative individual who can effectively manage competing priorities, adapt to changing service requirements and maintain momentum across multiple projects simultaneously.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible, with support, for the development, management and delivery of the 12- month project which will require a flexible and responsive approach.
You will manage a small project team, engaging with internal and external partners to lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of the Cancer Data Project, ensuring its objectives, deliverables and outcomes are achieved within agreed timescales.
Utilising project management skills to assess gaps in data provision, you will work with multiple digital health care systems to define data reporting improvements. This will support patient pathway improvement.
Using excellent communications skills, you will work with clinical teams, patients and other stakeholders to deliver recommendations in relation to data collection, reporting and patient experience.
You will establish and lead a project steering group to underpin the project and ensure its sustainability following its completion.
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.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will identify, design and implement data and information solutions to support service transformation, pathway improvement and performance management across Cancer Services.
To do this, you will lead the development of dashboards, reporting tools, data processes and information products to support operational and strategic decision-making.
Providing expert project management oversight, you will ensure the effective planning, monitoring and delivery of multiple projects and information requests.
Further details of the role are available withing the job description.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to persuade and influence stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and gain cooperation from people at all levels.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues, develop solutions, and resolve problems relating to project or service delivery.
- Ability to support and motivate colleagues and project team members to achieve objectives.
- Flexible, enthusiastic, and committed approach to work.
- Team worker with ability to motivate others.
- Good knowledge of NHS systems, processes and service improvement methodologies
- Knowledge of working with NHS strategies, policies or agendas
Experience
- Proven track record of delivering project objectives within agreed timescales in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of working with multiple NHS or healthcare systems.
- Evidence of project management experience and maintaining progress against objectives.
- Experience of analysing complex information and translating it into clear, understandable knowledge for different audiences.
- Experience of managing or supervising others.
- Advanced presentation skills and experience of reporting to large groups.
- Experience of working with senior managers.
- Experience of facilitating and supporting change management.
Special Requirements
- Ability to travel independently
- Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level in a numerate, technical or scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Post Graduate Diploma in leadership, project/change management, service improvement or significant relevant experience
- Evidence of recent and ongoing continuing professional development (CPD)
- Project management qualification / training
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.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/