Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Digital ProjectManager who has a proven track record of delivering multiple complex projectsat rapid pace. Excellent leadership, organisational and time management skillsare essential. Experience in clinicaltransformation and EPR rollout and a clear understanding of benefits realisationwithin the project deployment would be advantageous.

The role requires working closely with clinical andcorporate teams at all levels, as well as with other areas of the department,so travel to our sites across Herefordshire and Worcestershire will be requiredat times.

The role is 37.5 hours over 5 days per week and will involveworking both from our Trust HQ in Worcester and at home, as well as travel toother Trust sites across Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

If you want to join a highly motivated team who arededicated in providing quality, clinically driven, digital projects, to improvepatient care please apply.

Please note the Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to work for thisrole, to apply you must have current right to work in the UK status. Employment on a time limited visa doesntguarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead thedelivery of digital projects that support organisational priorities, ensuringthey are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard using PRINCE2methodologies. A typical day will involve coordinating project activities,managing stakeholders, and acting as the single point of contact for assignedprojects. The role includes working closely with clinical and administrativeteams to support service transformation, as well as liaising with suppliers andexternal partners. Responsibilities include developing project plans,monitoring progress, managing risks and issues, and reporting to programmeboards. The post holder will also contribute to business cases, benefitsrealisation, and digital strategy delivery. Strong communication andorganisational skills are essential to engage stakeholders, influence outcomes,and ensure projects deliver tangible benefits for patients and staff.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities.

What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the roleplease refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the roleplease refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of project management and strategic planning

Experience

Essential

• Experience in managing projects
• Relevant experience in core areas, gained through previous employment
• Significant experience at a senior level
• Significant experience of working with other agencies
• Track record of influencing and challenging
• Evidenced experience of the management of change
• Credibility, personal resilience and determination to implement projects across the organisation

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
• Ability to assess and evaluate projects against agreed timescales and objectives and provide solutions to address any deviations

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in relevant area
• PRINCE (Practitioner Level) or equivalent Project Management
• Qualification
• Formal leadership and management training at or equivalent to ILM Level 5
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements if the role
• I understand the Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesnt guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.

Person Specification
Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of project management and strategic planning

Experience

Essential

• Experience in managing projects
• Relevant experience in core areas, gained through previous employment
• Significant experience at a senior level
• Significant experience of working with other agencies
• Track record of influencing and challenging
• Evidenced experience of the management of change
• Credibility, personal resilience and determination to implement projects across the organisation

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
• Ability to assess and evaluate projects against agreed timescales and objectives and provide solutions to address any deviations

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in relevant area
• PRINCE (Practitioner Level) or equivalent Project Management
• Qualification
• Formal leadership and management training at or equivalent to ILM Level 5
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements if the role
• I understand the Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesnt guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address

1 Kings Court

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1JR

United Kingdom

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