About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced project or programme manager to join the redevelopment team at West Hertfordshire NHS Trust, working on the Combined Watford Scheme (CWS).
The CWS is a high-profile programme to deliver a new Watford General Hospital (WGH), potentially alongside a new Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), subject to the outcome of public consultation.
It is a joint programme being delivered by WHTH and UCLH, therefore requiring a collaborative and joined-up PMO function to manage delivery.
This PMO role will join at an exciting time in the programme to establish and embed a structured and proactive PMO approach and culture within the CWS.
Main duties of the job
This role will be expected to work across several functional areas, required to deliver a broad and high functioning programme management office (PMO), as described within the job description. These areas include:o Programme Management and PMO deliveryo Governance and Reportingo Financial Management o Team Development and Management
About us With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please [email protected] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work closely with the CWS Senior Teams across both WHTH and UCLH. They are responsible for designing and embedding PMO processes, to ensure that:The PMO supports delivery of the entire Combined Watford Scheme, across both Trust partners WHTH and UCLH.
Governance arrangements are robust and adhered to,
All workstreams are effectively coordinated through a central programme plan that identifies interdependencies.
Both internal and external reporting is of the highest quality.
The PMO function will be supported by two Redevelopment Coordinators and a Document Controller.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications Essential
Masters degree or equivalent previous experience in programme management, with proven successful delivery Managing Successful Programmes qualification or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development.
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of best practice in programme management office function. Understanding of NHS working environment and major capital schemes.
Desirable
Knowledge of NHS Capital Business Case development / HM Treasury Green Book Guidance.
Experience Essential
Experience of initiating and/or delivering a robust PMO function for significant change / capital schemes Experience in risk management at a programme level. Experience in overseeing and/or delivering the PO to payment cycle related to procurements on large capital scheme. Experience of presenting to senior executives regarding programme plans Line management of team members.
Desirable
NHS or other public services operational or service development experience, across a range of services. Experience of HM treasury capital scheme business cases. Experience using Datix for risk management. Procurement or financial experience.
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Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)