About this role
Job summary
In partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, we are pleased to be recruiting a Macmillan Administration and Project Support Officer (Band 6) to support the implementation and delivery of the Improving my Cancer Journey (ICJ) service within the Primary, Community and Intermediate Care (PCIC) Directorate across Cardiff and the Vale.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the next phase of ICJ, supporting the transition from scoping into delivery of a community-based, person-centred cancer support model.
Working closely with the Macmillan Project Manager, the postholder will support the coordination and delivery of the programme, working collaboratively with primary care, cancer services, community organisations and third sector partners.
The role offers an opportunity to contribute to service development, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation, supporting the ongoing growth and sustainability of the ICJ model.
Welsh language skills are desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
This post is Fixed Term/Secondment for 12 months due to funding.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be a key member of the Improving my Cancer Journey (ICJ) team within Primary, Community and Intermediate Care (PCIC), supporting delivery and development of a community-based, person-centred cancer support service.
Lead and coordinate delegated elements of the ICJ project, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, timescales and quality standards. Provide project and administrative support to the Macmillan Project Manager, applying appropriate project management approaches. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders including primary care, cancer services, locality teams, community organisations and third sector partners. Act as a central point of coordination for project activity, supporting communication and engagement, and representing the project at meetings as required. Plan and support meetings and engagement activity, including agenda preparation, coordination of papers and follow-up actions. Monitor progress, risks and issues, taking corrective action or escalating as appropriate. Collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data to support monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with information governance standards.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Other Essential
Travel around Cardiff and Vale, and possibly further afield on a regular basis.
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Degree plus a post graduate diploma or equivalent experience. Project management training or equivalent experience. Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
Prince 2 or similar Project Management Qualification.
Skills and Attributes Essential
Developing and monitoring complex project plans. Developed interpersonal and communication skills. Experience of problem solving. Ability to prioritise and organise workload.
Desirable
Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications e.g., Excel, Power BI.
Experience Essential
Experience in use of MS Office software. Experience of maintaining and developing databases. Experience of working within the community within the NHS. Experience of analysing and presenting information.
Desirable
Experience of working on a project. Experience of successful implementation of a new system/ way of working.
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 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).
Employer details Employer name Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address Base to be determined upon commencement
Primary, Community & Intermediate Care North and West Cardiff Locality Offices
Cardiff
CF14 7XB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)