Engagement and Organisational Development Specialist

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

Sep 23, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Consulting
People, HR & Administration
Manchester

Requirements

Candidates with diverse ways of thinking, living and identifying are actively welcomed to apply, strengthening our team ability to work on this together.
You’ll be joining the team at an exciting time.
You should be experienced and competent in enabling sustainable change through OD and behaviour-focused interventions.
We’re particularly looking for candidates skilled in using conversational methodologies as the work involves steering organisational conversations to be effective, reflective, and rooted in action.
Suitable candidates will have substantial experience working as a practitioner in OD, engagement or culture change and will demonstrate a passion for supporting our people and patient care.
Fundamentally, this role focuses on fostering an inclusive, healthy and effective culture where our people can thrive.
There is an expectation that the role-holder will work from home and spend time on the Withington site to engage with stakeholders, deliver interventions, and attend meetings.
Travel to our satellite sites may be required on a minimal basis (Oldham, Salford, Macclesfield).

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Head of Organisational Development & Engagement, the role specialises in developing and leading on OD, leadership development and talent management.
Activity will involve a large amount of collaborative working, consultancy at all levels of the organisation and facilitation (from small teams to groups of 100+).
There is also a requirement to work closely with our colleagues in HR Advisory, Christie Education and external partners on the development and delivery of interventions.
The role-holder will work with partners across the NHS system on NHS requirements and frameworks.
The role holder is expected to understand and promote the concepts of equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and engagement, ensuring these are central to all activity undertaken.
The role-holder will be responsible for leading on organisational development and culture interventions, providing internal consultancy support and strategic approaches to talent management.
This includes driving activity to improve leadership capability, high performance in teams, and coaching approaches, as well as work to embed our values and behaviours and improvements in our PDR process and system.
This includes the regular requirement of facilitating at Trust induction on the topic of values, behaviours, and culture.
Fundamentally, this role focuses on fostering an inclusive, healthy and effective culture where our people can thrive.
We work closely on all initiatives to ensure that these are aligned, based on contemporary thinking, and demonstrate impact.
Several new leadership development and OD interventions are in-design phase or just about to commence so you’ll have an opportunity to shape our offer and make a positive difference.
There is an expectation that the role-holder will work from home and spend time on the Withington site to engage with stakeholders, deliver interventions, and attend meetings.
Travel to our satellite sites may be required on a minimal basis (Oldham, Salford, Macclesfield).

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Engagement and Organisational Development Specialist role?

The main focus is on organisational development, leadership development, and talent management, with an emphasis on driving improvements in capability and culture within the organisation.

Is prior experience in the NHS required for this position?

Prior knowledge of the NHS is useful but not essential for this role.

What skills are particularly valued for this role?

Candidates should possess advanced facilitation skills, experience in enabling sustainable change through OD and behaviour-focused interventions, and competence in using conversational methodologies.

What types of activities will the role involve?

The role involves collaborative working, consultancy at all levels, facilitation of various groups, and leading on OD and culture interventions.

How long is this position for?

This is a maternity cover position for 12 months.

What is the team's approach to diversity and inclusion?

The team actively promotes equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, and engagement, ensuring these concepts are central to all activities undertaken.

Will the role involve travel?

Yes, minimal travel to satellite sites (Oldham, Salford, Macclesfield) may be required.

What key responsibilities will the role-holder have?

The role-holder will lead organisational development and culture interventions, provide internal consultancy support, drive leadership capability, and improve engagement processes.

Who can be contacted for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Rebecca Coles, the Head of Organisational Development and Engagement, via email at rebecca.coles13@nhs.net or telephone at 07764493953.

What is the team like that the role-holder will join?

The small department includes the EDI function and plays a key role in developing an inclusive culture across the Trust, working closely on initiatives aligned with contemporary thinking and demonstrating impact.

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year.

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1932

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Mission & Purpose

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, based in Manchester, specializes in cancer care and provides a range of services including treatment, research, and support for cancer patients. Their mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care and to lead in cancer research and innovation. The Trust aims to improve cancer outcomes and quality of life through cutting-edge treatments, comprehensive care, and a commitment to advancing cancer research.