Cancer Improvement Manager

Job overview

The post-holder will join a small team of Cancer Improvement Managers who work across programmes within the SELCA portfolio.  This role specifically, will be responsible for the delivery of the Early Diagnosis Programme within the cancer alliance, working closely with members of the early diagnosis programme, the wider SELCA team, as well as system partners.

Key priorities of the role:

• -   Work closely with the Early Diagnosis Senior Programme Manager and Deputy Programme Manager in implementing projects to support the national deliverables regarding Early Diagnosis and where required, support other programmes of the organisation
• -     Support SELCAs agenda regarding reducing inequalities, ensuring that equitable care is received for patients living in South East London
• -   Work with system partners in scoping new projects that can be implemented in South East London

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be responsible for providing project management and support to ensure outputs are delivered effectively through all projects and pieces of work under their portfolio.

The post holder will lead various projects and be responsible for planning, day-to-day delivery, and subsequent performance management, adjusting plans as required to ensure that risks and issues are mitigated.

The post holder will work with clinicians and managers to ensure provision of the best possible patient experience and service delivery.

The post holder will be required to have oversight of all projects within their portfolio and issue they are able to manage risk and escalate where required.

The post holder will have strong communication and stakeholder management skills. They will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective management of interdependencies and delivery of objectives

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The role will have a number of responsibilities, including Project Management,  Financial Management, Staff and Stakeholder Management, Information Management, Strategy, Change and Service Improvement, Personal Development, Research and Development.