Senior Project Manager - Transformation

Job description

Job responsibilities

l This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with Care Groups, corporate teams and key stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder engagement for new and future work, contributing to capacity planning, resource allocation and service delivery discussions.
• Work collaboratively with Care Groups and corporate services to understand strategic priorities and business plans.
• Contribute to service strategies and business plans aligned to organisational objectives.
• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and monitoring of service delivery plans.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement using best practice and Quality Improvement methodologies.
• Lead the development of funding proposals, business cases and tender submissions using research, data analysis and evidence-based approaches.
• Develop service delivery models, workforce structures, financial schedules and infrastructure requirements for tenders and business proposals.
• Present project, tender and business case updates through appropriate governance and approval processes.
• Translate strategic objectives into clear project plans, ensuring alignment with benefits, risks, resources and milestones.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion using recognised project management methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with the Transformation Framework, maintaining accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Manage project risks, issues, changes and exceptions, escalating where appropriate.
• Monitor and report project performance through governance structures.
• Ensure effective project closure, including benefits realisation, lessons learned and transition to business-as-usual operations.
• Support the delivery of digital transformation initiatives aligned with Trust and NHS digital strategies.
• Provide guidance on digital governance, information governance, cyber security, risk and benefits management.
• Support the integration and interoperability of digital systems across clinical and corporate services.
• Identify opportunities for digital innovation, automation and data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement digital solutions that improve patient and staff experience.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, NHS digital policy and best practice.
• Support digital capability development through training, coaching and mentoring.
• Manage digital projects with multiple interdependencies and support digital procurement activities.
• Deliver training and knowledge-sharing activities as required.
• Provide leadership, professional supervision and operational line management within the team.
• Coach and mentor Transformation Team staff and promote a culture of continuous learning.
• Support appraisal, objective setting and workforce development processes.
• Monitor team capacity, workload allocation and resource planning.
• Lead and contribute to team meetings and development activities.
• Use Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and project management systems to support delivery and reporting.
• Manage and utilise workforce, recruitment, finance, risk management and tender management systems.
• Act as a budget holder for the service where required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of NHS digital transformation programmes, interoperability standards and digital health technologies.
• Manage governance processes, decision logs and audit trails.
• Analyse project performance and make adjustments to ensure successful delivery.
• Undertake audits, evaluations and continuous improvement activities.
• Assess digital maturity and readiness, recommending appropriate interventions.
• Develop and implement effective communication and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Communicate complex information clearly and persuasively to a wide range of audiences.
• Influence, negotiate and secure stakeholder buy-in at senior levels.
• Facilitate collaborative working across internal and external partners.
• Represent the team at meetings, forums and stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive and innovative approach to change and service improvement.
• Act as a role model and ambassador for the Transformation Team.
• Work in a non-patient-facing role with occasional exposure to sensitive or distressing situations.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• oEducated to degree level or equivalent experience
• oProfessional project management qualification i.e. Prince, Agile, APM or MSP at practitioner or advanced level
• oService or quality improvement training or qualification

• oCoaching qualification

EXPERIENCE

• oEvidence of extensive project management experience in delivering large or complex projects
• oChange management/service development experience
• oLeadership and line management experience
• oExperience of leading, preparing tenders/bid proposals/business cases
• oExperience of working within multidisciplinary teams/across services with a proven ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries
• oExperience of and commitment to partnership work
• oExperience of building strong relationships with staff and stakeholders
• oExperience in the application of lean redesign tools and techniques

• oProven experience in delivering digital transformation projects within a healthcare or complex organisational setting.
• oExperience of working with NHS digital programmes, standards, and interoperability frameworks
• oBackground/proven experience in the NHS
• oExperience of working in a commercial environment
• oExperience of coaching staff members and teams
• oExperience of business planning
• oExperience of third-party supplier management/procurement

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• oHighly organized with ability to co-ordinate and manage multiple project and areas of work simultaneously
• oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively collaborate and engage with a wide range of stakeholders
• oStrategic planning skills
• oUnderstanding of project methodologies
• oUnderstanding of project governance frameworks
• oStrong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in service improvement.
• oAbility to lead digital change and build digital capability across teams
• oSkilled in using digital project management tools and data analytics platforms.
• oUnderstanding of change management/service improvement methodologies
• oLeadership qualities and ability to motivate others, encouraging engagement and participation to strive towards team goals
• oAbility to influence, persuade and negotiate with staff at all levels
• oFacilitation skills to direct and support teams through all stages of the project to achieve measureable outcomes
• oAbility to be flexible in approach depending upon the specific work being undertaken
• oAbility to prioritise and deliver work of a high quality, to tight timescales and manage conflicting priorities
• oConflict resolution skills and sound judgment, planning and decision making
• oAdvanced IT skills utilising a range of MS products
• oAbility to collect, analyse, interrogate and interpret data to inform business decisions
• oAbility to produce comprehensive and well written reports and competently present information to relevant forums

• oExperience in MS Project and Programme Management Systems for the recording of project information
• oKnowledge of MSP (Managing Successful Programmes)
• oUnderstanding of the current challenges facing NHS organisations
• oKnowledge of national standards, NHS Strategy/Plans and service operating models/frameworks

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• oTime management skills and the ability to prioritise own workload
• oAbility to work to tight deadlines
• oAbility to travel across a geographical area
• oPassionate about improving the services we provide for service users
• oMotivated to deliver change across Care Groups and corporate services
• oResilient under pressure
• oCreative and innovative when it comes service redesign
• oSolution focused approach to problem solving
• oPositive in approach at all times
• oConfident with a high level of drive, enthusiasm and commitment
• oSelf-motivated and confident
• Ability to demonstrate the positive application of our behaviours oRespectful oHonest and Trustworthy oCaring and Compassionate oTaking the time to talk and listen oWorking together and leading by example

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mellor House

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk