About this role
Job summary
This is a senior role in our policy and analysis team, which works to influence and analyse policy on issues that are relevant to the whole NHS and all sectors of our membership.
The Senior Policy Adviser plays a leadership role in developing and advocating The NHS Alliance's policy objectives. This post specifically leads our policy work on system architecture and the NHS operating model, though will be expected to flex to other policy areas when required.
They will deliver high-quality policy analysis and lead projects, and will also manage commercial partnerships with external organisations which invest in and support our policy offer to members.
As part of a policy function spanning NHS Alliances central policy and network teams, this post-holder is expected to contribute their expertise to work being carried out across the organisation, and to actively seek out input from others to ensure all policy work supports common objectives.
Main duties of the job
As Senior Policy Adviser for system architecture and the NHS operating model you will:
Lead policy influencing strategy develop and drive proactive, member-informed influencing plans, producing credible recommendations for national policymakers and responding quickly to emerging issues.Act as a recognised subject matter expert on system architecture and the NHS operating model gather insight from members and the wider system, and provide insight, briefings and clear policy positions to stakeholders.Ensure policy alignment and coherence contribute to policy work across The NHS Alliance which relate to system architecture and the NHS operating model, ensuring outputs are consistent with wider organisational priorities and positions.Represent and promote our policy work internally and externally support senior leadership to influence national debates through media, events and stakeholder engagement, raising the profile of members work.
About us
The NHS Alliance is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for our
The NHS Alliance is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff. A place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of inclusive employment policies including family friendly policies and flexible working and we have range of channels to support staff from different backgrounds including our staff networks and a staff forum.
The NHS Alliance is committed to being a flexible employer. We understand the value and benefit to our employees being able to work flexibly and our agile working principles are designed to empower our people to work with optimal flexibility and minimal constraints to support a work life balance and take care of employee health and wellbeing.
Job description Job responsibilities
Lead policy influencing strategy develop and drive proactive, member-informed influencing plans, producing credible recommendations for national policymakers and responding quickly to emerging issues.Act as a recognised subject matter expert on system architecture and the NHS operating model gather insight from members and the wider system, and provide insight, briefings and clear policy positions to stakeholders.Ensure policy alignment and coherence contribute to policy work across The NHS Alliance which relate to system architecture and the NHS operating model, ensuring outputs are consistent with wider organisational priorities and positions.Represent and promote our policy work internally and externally support senior leadership to influence national debates through media, events and stakeholder engagement, raising the profile of members work.Lead delivery of projects and programmes scope, plan and manage key projects, ensuring the are delivered effectively, on time, and to a high standard.Build and manage strategic relationships develop strong relationships with members, partners and stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and joint policy or delivery initiatives.Support organisational sustainability and growth contribute to membership recruitment and retention, business planning and the development of commercial and contract opportunities and income streams.Provide leadership and team management line manage staff, support their professional development, and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team culture.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A good understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing members with regards to system architecture and the NHS operating model. Ability to shape national policy on system architecture and the NHS operating model, interpret complex information, navigate complex political and system dynamics, draw politically astute conclusions and apply these to influencing activity. Excellent written and verbal communication for policy audiences, including media engagement, public speaking, and editing others work to a high standard. Experience working in a policy-focused organisation or team, leading policy research, analysis and influencing activity. Experience shaping team or organisational strategy and supporting decision-making on key priorities. Proven ability to work effectively with very senior internal and external stakeholders, including managing relationships, and/or managing forums or engagement channels. Experience delivering projects and events, working with commercial partners to diversify income streams. Experience leading and managing teams to deliver impactful results and supporting their professional development.
Desirable
Experience working in or closely with system architecture and the NHS operating model. Has a network of stakeholders with knowledge of system architecture and the NHS operating model and more. Extensive policy expertise strong understanding of the wider UK public policy landscape. Experience working within a membership, network or stakeholder led organisation.
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.
Employer details Employer name The NHS Alliance
Address 2nd Floor, 18 Smith Square
Westminister
London
Greater London
SW1P 3HZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://thenhsalliance.org/ (Opens in a new tab)