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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

19d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree, project management experience (e.g., PRINCE2), strong communication and analytical skills, leadership experience in the NHS, and knowledge of healthcare digital projects.
  • You will manage projects, ensure timely delivery, produce plans and reports, engage stakeholders, and maintain documentation while prioritizing patient involvement and addressing barriers to change.

Requirements

  • Good standard of education (Degree level or equivalent appropriate experience)
  • Formal project management qualification or experience to equivalent level (e.g. PRINCE2)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to motivate others and negotiate deadlines
  • Ability to build strong working relationships, gain respect and confidence, and work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to prioritise work, manage multiple tasks, and communicate issues effectively
  • Demonstrable leadership experience with evidence of affecting change, process redesign and establishing monitoring/evaluation mechanisms within an NHS setting
  • Ability to analyse situations and to provide a resolution
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Ability to accurately interpret and present data in appropriate formats
  • Ability to exercise judgement when presented with complex problems ensuring that the implications of any decisions are thoroughly considered
  • Experience of project management and strategic service development in a complex organisation
  • Knowledge of project management tools and techniques and how to use them effectively
  • Track record of meeting deadlines and delivering objectives in a timely manner
  • Experience of gathering and analysing data from a wide variety of sources and using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office
  • Experience of managing change projects
  • Experience of development of training materials, presentations, and awareness programmes
  • Ability to work at other sites if requested
  • Understanding of the existing mental health landscape
  • Good working knowledge of the wider NHS agenda including sound understanding of NHS targets and national initiatives
  • Experience supporting and delivering digital projects within a healthcare setting

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will:
  • Be responsible for the day to day management of the identified projects across the programme and will be a single point of contact, ensuring delivery against timelines; escalating issues and reporting highlights within the governance process as appropriate.
  • Agree tasks and resources required to meet project objectives and manage the project within and according to the agreed budget and timescales. They will need to ensure deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard.
  • Produce robust and realistic project plans for driving forward transformation initiatives, using appropriate methodology and leading to the implementation of actions and outcomes required to deliver the projects in line with locally agreed timescale.
  • Maintain a full and accurate audit trail of key decisions, actions and outputs, including but not limited to risk and issue logs, project/milestone plans, update/highlight reports, and action plans, and make adjustments if targets/deadlines are not met.
  • Produce audience-appropriate documents, reports and presentations on a regular basis for meetings, Committees and Boards in accordance with the agreed governance arrangements. They should be open to challenge and opposition, raise awareness, provide training on own project etc.
  • Use appropriate software to create and maintain appropriate project documentation including project initiation documents, business cases, project plans, project briefs, risk and issue logs and communication plans
  • Work with clinical teams, managers and existing Strategy & Transformation Managers and Service Improvement Managers to develop new ways of working, ensuring that the clinical perspective and clinical staff are central to the work of the projects
  • Ensure the patient voice is at the heart of transformation planning and delivery, engaging in co-production from initial scoping discussions all the way through to agreeing evaluation and the desired outcomes of change
  • Provide support to relevant Boards, and chair project and or workstream meetings as appropriate. They will also be required to attend programme meetings to provide updates and facilitate discussions to seek key decisions
  • Manage internal and external barriers to change
  • Effectively identify and manage key stakeholders to enable project delivery
  • Interpret and analyse complex information and make decisions on a range of programme issues where there may be more than one course of action
  • Required to work collaboratively across the Transformation landscape when other programmes or projects are in a resource intensive period, providing a flexible, varied project support as required

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Project Manager role?

The main focus of the Project Manager role is to deliver projects relating to older adult mental health and neurodiversity pathways, while also being flexible to work across other areas in response to transformation priorities.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A good standard of education (Degree level or equivalent experience) and a formal project management qualification or equivalent experience (e.g., PRINCE2) are essential.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Preferred experience includes project management and strategic service development in a complex organization, knowledge of project management tools, managing change projects, and experience in developing training materials and presentations.

Is there a requirement for vaccination for this role?

Yes, as an NHS Trust, we strongly encourage and support vaccination for the safety of staff and patients.

Are there opportunities for personal development within this role?

Yes, the organization is committed to providing personal development opportunities, access to training, and line management support.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment is designed to be supportive and free from harassment, bullying, or violence, offering flexibility consistent with the needs of patients and the lives of staff.

Will the Project Manager have contact with patients or service users?

Yes, the successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users in this role.

What types of skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include excellent oral and written communication, strong analytical skills, the ability to motivate others, build strong working relationships, and prioritize work effectively.

What are the main job responsibilities of the Project Manager?

Main responsibilities include day-to-day project management, producing project plans, maintaining audit trails of decisions and actions, supporting relevant boards, managing stakeholders, and interpreting complex information.

Is there a possibility of working at other sites?

Yes, the position requires the ability to work at other sites if requested.

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) has almost 6,550 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes, Surrey and areas beyond. We provide a wide range of services to treat people with a a variety of health needs, including common physical health problems, long-term conditions, mental health, learning disabilities, eating disorders, addictions and sexual health. We are here to provide support for people through every stage of life. Our catchment area covers a range of vibrant and diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken, ranging from areas of deprivation to areas of affluence. We are committed to providing services that need the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.