Transformation and Improvement Project Manager

Job overview

A secondment opportunity has arisen for experienced project managers to join the Dorset HealthCare and Dorset County Hospital Transformation and Improvement Team, providing the chance to work in a team that combines transformation change and improvement support across Acute, Community and Mental Health settings.

This exciting, demanding and rewarding role will manage the whole lifecycle of assigned projects within the transformation and improvement portfolio.  They will also work closely with the Transformation Management Office to support the monitoring, delivery and benefits realisation of the portfolio.

We are looking for someone with experience of managing change delivery across organisational boundaries, a good understanding of different change and improvement methodologies and an ability to manage change and work through others in a collaborative inclusive way. In return the successful candidate will gain valuable career-enhancing experience, work in a welcoming, friendly, supportive, result-driven team and enjoy the benefits of a flexible working pattern.

This is an internal opportunity open to colleagues employed by – Dorset HealthCare, Dorset County Hospital, University Hospitals Dorset, Dorset Primary Care, Dorset County Council, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole County Council and the Dorset ICB.  We welcome applications from staff across all detailed organisations.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Manage specific projects and activities within the transformation and improvement portfolio including developing of project plans, reporting progress, and undertaking risk and issue management to ensure effective and timely delivery of the expected project outcomes
• Contribute to horizon scanning, best practice research and engaging with stakeholders to understand the case for change, develop future models of care and implement change
• Manage key relationships with trust and system managers and clinicians as relevant to areas of work
• Create and contribute to project documentation including business cases
• Plan and execute communications activity including meetings, workshops, and events.
• Chair and lead meetings and events as required.

This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only.  Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Applications from candidates that require visa sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.  When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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