About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Innovation & Improvement Hub (iHub) at the Welsh Blood Service.
We are looking for an ambitious and capable Programme and Project Co-Ordinator who will be responsible for supporting a range of project and change management activities on a day-to-day basis, supporting the organisation in meeting key strategic business aims and goals.
The Innovation & Improvement Hub (iHub) hosts three areas: Projects & Change Management, Capital Planning and Service Improvement. These three areas provide a range of specialist support and advice to the whole of the Welsh Blood Service in terms of project/change management, capital schemes and continuous improvement. The three areas work closely together to support both business-as-usual and organisational change initiatives to ensure the approach and delivery of relevant work meets the necessary requirements and minimises disruption to service delivery.
Main duties of the job
The Programme and Project Co-ordinator will play a crucial role
supporting and providing high quality organisational, project
administration,ensuring the effective co-ordination of a range of
projectsthat support the work of the WBS Innovation & Improvement
Hub(iHub).
The post holder will support and provide day-to-day monitoring to
facilitate the successful planning and delivery of work programmes
across all service areas within WBS.
This will include administration of the project files and to help ensure
that projects remain on track to produce the required outcomes, to the required standard of quality and within the specified constraints of time and cost.
About us
At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.
As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.
Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.
Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.
If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of this position the post holder will need to attend work at WBS headquarters on a regular basis. The post would therefore be unsuitable for anyone looking to work from home/remotely.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Educated to Diploma Level in relevant subject or equivalent experience Evidence of continued professional development Knowledge of change or project management methodologies Good knowledge of computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to master new applications Knowledge or experience of change management / project management methodologies.
Desirable
Specialist project knowledge and experience (e.g. PRINCE 2 or equivalent project management or willing to work towards)
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience in an administrative role Experience of preparing and presenting reports Experience of analysing complex information to aid decision making Extensive experience of all office procedures, working in a busy office environment Demonstrable proven organisational and time management skills. Experience of transcribing and minute taking
Desirable
Experience of working in health care Budget monitoring Experience of working at a senior administrative or project planning level within the NHS or a similar organisation
Skills and Attributes Essential
Technically competent in the use of Microsoft software programmes with the ability to master new applications. Ability to communicate with managers and staff at all levels of the organisation Good communication and presentation skills Good organisation skills Ability to influence Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Project team Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Ability to manage own workload and prioritise against conflicting demands from the project Ability to problem solving in a project management environment. Ability to take minutes and draft reports
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 Welsh Blood Service
Address Welsh Blood Service
Ely Valley Road
Talbot Green
CF72 9WB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.welsh-blood.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)