Job summary

THIS POST IS A FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL 31/03/2027. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE POSITION ON A SECONDMENT, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

As a Project Manager for the Regional Innovation Co-ordination (RIC) Hub the post holder will play a hands-on role developing strategic relationships with external stake holders working independently to support the development, and implementation of innovative ideas.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Regional Innovation Co-ordination (RIC) Hub Manager, the post holder will support the RIC Team in developing and delivering innovation in Powys. Facilitate and support relationships across the Health and Care system and will deliver innovation establishing activity relating to the development and delivery of innovation activity within Powys.

Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects/plans concurrently, including interdependencies, within an environment of change.

Communicate effectively across the Powys Health & Care system via the Regional Partnership Board (RPB) to ensure that a culture of innovation & improvement is developed and embedded.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if youdon'tspeak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills,don'tworry: the health board will support you with training.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Job description
Job responsibilities

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

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience and training
• Recognised Project Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of project management systems and processes
• Knowledge of innovation and understanding of the wider innovation ecosystem
• Knowledge of intellectual property, confidentiality, and disclosure
• Knowledge of grant writing/case studies and necessary reports
• Experience of developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience of working in a complex organisation or system
• Experience of effective partnership working, developing relationships
• Experience of data analysis and interpretation

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to use persuasion, motivation and negotiation
• Excellent presentation, training and facilitation skills
• Able to problem solve and analyse a range of complex data sets
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan and coordinate a range of activities
• Ability to work with staff at all levels
• Advanced I.T skills, specifically in database management and use of Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to manage and prioritise a heavy workload
• Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision
• Leadership and behaviour skills

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate PTHB Values

Other

Essential

• Ability to manage multiple projects and areas of work
• Team player, flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues
• Proactive, energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Versatile and problem-solving approach
• Able to seek and exploit opportunities to advance objectives
• Robust and persistent in the pursuit of organisational objectives whilst maintaining personal credibility

Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience and training
• Recognised Project Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of project management systems and processes
• Knowledge of innovation and understanding of the wider innovation ecosystem
• Knowledge of intellectual property, confidentiality, and disclosure
• Knowledge of grant writing/case studies and necessary reports
• Experience of developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience of working in a complex organisation or system
• Experience of effective partnership working, developing relationships
• Experience of data analysis and interpretation

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to use persuasion, motivation and negotiation
• Excellent presentation, training and facilitation skills
• Able to problem solve and analyse a range of complex data sets
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan and coordinate a range of activities
• Ability to work with staff at all levels
• Advanced I.T skills, specifically in database management and use of Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to manage and prioritise a heavy workload
• Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision
• Leadership and behaviour skills

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate PTHB Values

Other

Essential

• Ability to manage multiple projects and areas of work
• Team player, flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues
• Proactive, energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Versatile and problem-solving approach
• Able to seek and exploit opportunities to advance objectives
• Robust and persistent in the pursuit of organisational objectives whilst maintaining personal credibility

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board
Address

Bronllys Hospital

Bronllys

LD3 0LU

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