About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced, organised and motivated Project Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead projects that deliver the Nursing Directorate's strategic priorities and improve services for patients and staff.
Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, you will manage a portfolio of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to a high standard. Working with senior clinical and corporate leaders, you will develop project plans, monitor progress, manage risks, oversee governance arrangements and produce high-quality reports to support effective decision-making.
You will build strong relationships with stakeholders across the Trust, ensuring projects remain aligned to organisational priorities and deliver measurable benefits. You will also provide expert project management support, driving collaboration and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside executive leaders, influence strategic programmes and contribute to improvements that make a real difference to patient care, staff experience and organisational performance.
Application requirement: Please send a Word document containing your personal statement and CV as one combined document to [email protected]. Applications submitted without this additional document will not be considered for interview. This is in addition to completing the NHS Jobs application form.
Interview Date: Friday 14th August 2026
Main duties of the job
Project Planning and Delivery-Manage the full lifecycle of projects, from initiation and planning through to execution and closure, ensuring that all project deliverables are met.-Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and goals.-Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.-Ensure project milestones are met, resolving issues and managing dependencies effectively.
Stakeholder Management-Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and senior management, to ensure project alignment with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.-Facilitate effective communication and engagement, ensuring stakeholder needs are considered throughout the project lifecycle.Governance and Reporting-Establish appropriate project governance frameworks, ensuring that progress is regularly tracked and reported to the Chief Nursing Officer and senior leaders. Provide updates on risks, issues, and performance metrics.-Conduct post-project evaluations and disseminate lessons learned to inform future work.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.
About us
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist provider of mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental care to people living in South East England.
Join Sussex Partnership and you'll be part of an NHS trust that allows you to thrive and, in turn, thrives because of you. We believe in the vibrancy of our fantastic people. And how that leads to even better support for the people who use our services.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Project or programme management training or qualification (Prince2, MSP, APM) Evidence of ongoing CPD activity
Knowledge/Experience Essential
Proven experience in managing medium to large-sized projects, ideally within a public sector or government environment. Strong track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing cross-functional project teams. Solid understanding of project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2, Agile, or Waterfall. Knowledge of NHS frameworks and governance structures.
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.
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Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Portland House
Worthing
BN11 1HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)