About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development and Improvement Project Manager. You will work alongside Service Managers, Clinical Leads and Operational Teams, as well as Executive and Clinical and Care Directors, Programme Management Office, Commissioners and external stakeholders within the Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Care Group areas. The purpose of this role is to support the day-to-day management of the Care Group's Programme Plan and therefore requires a high capability for project planning, complex document production, research and project management competence. You will be an initiative-taking collaborator, dedicated to supporting the provision of high-quality services. You must possess strong organisational skills, be able to deliver objectives within an agreed timeframe, have excellent people and communication skills to maintain effective communication links and have a flexible approach to the evolving needs of the service. You support and facilitate the progress of managing a range of projects across multiple services and agencies, with a strong focus on digital transformation, supporting the NHS priority of moving from analogue to digital and enabling safe, effective and efficient service delivery. It is essential that you have previous NHS experience and knowledge of Service Developments. For an initial discussion please contact [email protected] Operational Mobilisation Lead - STW Care Group and Line Manager for the role.
Main duties of the job
Establish and manage multiple projects from initiation to closure, monitoring milestones and outcomes, managing risks and issues, recommending modifications to project scope or exception reporting to enable the successful delivery of the project Ensure effective project closure including benefits realisation, lessons learned and ensuring ongoing operational sustainabilityTo identify opportunities for innovation and transformation to be enabled across services leading to improvements for service users To resolve problems that arise during the projects and to escalate any problems that cannot be resolved to the appropriate person or group To live the values of our organisation and display the key behaviours in all aspects of work To lead and support projects with a key digital focus, championing digital inclusion and accessibility ensuring changes work for patients/service users, carers and staff with different needs.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Relevant post graduate professional qualification in a Service or Quality Improvement, or Project Management discipline and in-depth practical experience or be able to demonstrate significant proven practical experience equivalent to this. Project Management qualification i.e. Prince/Agile/MSP
Desirable
Project Management qualification i.e. Prince/Agile/MSP
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a project environment and completing projects to the required targets for time, cost and quality Change management/service development experience Experience of leading, preparing and delivering bids/tenders/business cases
Desirable
Experience of delivering digital-enabled service improvement / transformation (e.g., digitising pathways, reducing reliance on paper, implementing electronic forms/workflows) Experience in the NHS
Skills Essential
Able to support and lead the delivery of programmes within and across diverse groups and individuals in relation to the implementation of cultural change Ability to prioritise and deliver work of a high quality, to tight timescales and manage conflicting priorities
Desirable
Experience of delivering digital transformation in healthcare settings and an understanding of good practice in digital change adoption (engagement, training, superusers, communications) and benefits realisation An understanding of NHS systems, applications, processes and challenges
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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Redwoods
Somerby Drive
Shrewsbury
SY3 8DS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)