Job overview
Our vision is that by 2028, everyone in City and Hackney will have access to outstanding, integrated care that is sustainable and continually improved through innovation. As we transform from a traditional community and acute provider into a population health and place-based partner, we are committed to improving the health and life chances of our diverse population.
This will be made possible through the delivery of our strategy and transformation programmes as we move toward earlier intervention and seamless, integrated care. This requires a Director of Programmes and Transformation who will oversee the Trust’s strategy, the delivery of the strategy and the wider programmes of transformation and CIPs across the organisation.
We are looking for a strategic leader who is as comfortable navigating complex strategy and programmes as they are driving internal delivery. They will support staff to achieve transformation that not only delivers a sustainable organisation but that also improves patients’ lives.
If you are an ambitious leader who is passionate about using strategy, transformation and programme management to drive change and healthcare excellence, please apply.
We believe that a diverse senior leadership team makes better decisions and ensures better outcomes, so we welcome people from under-represented groups to apply for this opportunity. I look forward to receiving your application.
Tom Nettel Deputy CEO and Chief Delivery Officer
Main duties of the job
The Director of Programmes and Transformation will provide strategic and operational leadership for the development and delivery of the Trust’s strategic objectives, leading the Planning and Programme Management Office (PMO) and overseeing the full portfolio of transformational programmes, including the Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) and other Trust and system-level change initiatives.
The postholder will act as the Trust’s senior programme lead — shaping, coordinating, and assuring delivery across the organisation’s transformation priorities to secure long-term sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in quality, performance, and financial outcomes.
The postholder will also act as the Deputy CEO’s formal deputy and the Trust’s senior lead in relation to planning and strategy development and delivery. This will include leading and delivering the Trust’s annual planning processes. It will also include leading the ongoing development and delivery of the Trust’s refreshed strategy and strategic priorities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of leading large-scale transformation programmes in healthcare or similarly complex environments
- Demonstrable track record in delivering financial recovery or Cost Improvement Programmes
- Strong understanding of NHS planning cycles, regulatory frameworks, and performance management
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of programme and portfolio management methodologies
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels
- Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning skills
Educations/Qualfications
Essential
- Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent experience
- Formal project/programme management qualification (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, APM) or equivalent experience.
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities and Other Requirements
Essential
- The postholder will exemplify the Trust’s values and leadership framework-role modelling compassionate, inclusive, and high-integrity leadership behaviours, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
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This advert is for Director of Programmes and Transformation with Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 9 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £121,528 - £138,529 p.a. inc.. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Jun 2026.
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