Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, highly motivated candidate to join the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance to support the Health Inequalities programme; working with a wide range of stakeholders including primary care, secondary care, and voluntary sector to deliver timely presentation, early diagnosis, screening, primary care, and best practice timed pathway objectives. You will focus on reducing cancer-related health inequalities and will use data to demonstrate patient need, prioritise areas requiring support and measure impact, sharing these across the Alliance and wider. You will provide support to Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to improve the quality of their services, and work towards achieving cancer-related objectives as described in the contract ED DES and wider. You will also provide a vital communications channel between primary care, secondary care, and the Alliance work programmes. You will have demonstrable experience implementing evidence-based interventions. Main duties of the job The candidate will bridge the gap between National Cancer Programme requirements and primary care, providing a crucial link between implementation and wider strategy. You will provide a key communication channel between the Cancer Alliance and primary care, facilitating the transfer of soft intelligence and identification of need, whilst simultaneously creating potential for primary care involvement in Alliance workstreams and ensuring that successful projects are promoted and shared across WY&H and wider. You will need to work flexibly to meet the needs of PCNs, agreeing several local objectives and aligning work with the health improvement agenda and Core20PLUS5 initiatives to prevent more cancers. This will include a mix of office- and home-based work with frequent travel e.g., to visit PCNs and attend meetings. The candidate will build and support the management of complex relationships between individuals and organisations and respond appropriately to challenges, seeking support and guidance as required. About us NHS West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations, local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, viewing it as a key strength aligned with our mission and values. We believe diverse ideas and backgrounds enhance creativity and improve patient outcomes. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where contributions are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and colleagues can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected characteristics. We operate a Carer friendly working environment, encouraging Carers to self-identify themselves and offer a working Carer passport.As a Mindful Employer, we are positive and enabling towards all employees and job applicants with a mental health condition.As a Disability Confident Employer, wecommit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require. We reserve the right to close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number D9475-ICB-565B Job locations West Parade Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 1LT Job description Job responsibilities This post will be part of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance Programme Management Office. The Cancer Alliance works within the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership to drive delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan ambitions for cancer to improve survival and diagnose cancers earlier. The Alliance, as West Yorkshire & Harrogate system leaders for cancer, drives the change needed to achieve the ambitions, providing an opportunity for a different way of working to improve and transform cancer services. Their focus is also on leading transformations at scale to improve survival, early diagnosis, patient experience and long-term quality of life to patients and people affected by cancer. This post will support primary care professionals and practice teams across WY&H. You will be part of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance which works across the cancer pathway,and spans the whole WY ICB. Expected Shortlisting Date 08/11/2024 Planned Interview Date 20/11/2024 Job description Job responsibilities This post will be part of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance Programme Management Office. The Cancer Alliance works within the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership to drive delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan ambitions for cancer to improve survival and diagnose cancers earlier. The Alliance, as West Yorkshire & Harrogate system leaders for cancer, drives the change needed to achieve the ambitions, providing an opportunity for a different way of working to improve and transform cancer services. Their focus is also on leading transformations at scale to improve survival, early diagnosis, patient experience and long-term quality of life to patients and people affected by cancer. This post will support primary care professionals and practice teams across WY&H. You will be part of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance which works across the cancer pathway,and spans the whole WY ICB. Expected Shortlisting Date 08/11/2024 Planned Interview Date 20/11/2024 Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of project delivery using tools, techniques, and methodology that can be demonstrated. Knowledge and awareness of key national health and cancer-related policy initiatives affecting the NHS. Understanding of broad NHS roles and responsibilities, structures, and processes. Understanding of broad NHS roles and responsibilities, structures, and processes. Desirable Knowledge and experience of primary care-based administration and clinical systems e.g., EMIS, SystmOne. Examples of leading on change management/service improvement within the NHS and/or social care Experience of working across organisational boundaries. Skills & behaviours Essential IT literate with ability to use all Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Teams. In-depth knowledge of managing successful projects, including the development of frameworks, PMO structures, monitoring of delivery to timescales and review processes. Ability to support change and to work collaboratively to implement and embed new ways of working. Ability to efficiently prioritise own workload and the workload of others whilst working efficiently within very tight deadlines and with differing priorities. Able to work with and through ambiguity and can think on their feet when dealing with issues and problems. Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and experience of collaborative working, with proven ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels across a wide range of organisations and p Ability to present complex information including analysis and interpretation of data and statistics in a concise, accurate and understandable way to a range of audiences. Experience of working across organisational boundaries. Passionate about service improvement and the benefits this can deliver to patient health and quality of care. Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of a team. Able to respond positively and flexibly to changing demands and priorities. Ability to build very effective relationships and lead partnership working across a range of stakeholders, including clinicians. Ability to understand a broad range of complex information quickly and making decisions where opinions differ/no obvious solution. Desirable Examples of leading on change management/service improvement within the NHS and/or social care. Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience or in-depth knowledge of relevant field e.g., primary care Evidence of continuing professional development. Desirable Relevant project management qualification for example PRINCE 2 Practitioner Additional Requirements Essential Demonstrate drive, passion, and energy. Professional attitude to handle confidential and complex information appropriately. Commitment to personal, staff and organisational development. Self-confident and mindful, as well as emotionally resilient Enthusiastic and able to motivate others when required. Self-aware, and recognises the limits of own authority and skills/knowledge within the role. Seeks and uses professional support appropriately. Understands the principle of confidentiality. Confidence in working independently to make decisions and recommendations for action within responsibility level. Highly proactive and able to take own initiative to drive forward projects. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of project delivery using tools, techniques, and methodology that can be demonstrated. Knowledge and awareness of key national health and cancer-related policy initiatives affecting the NHS. Understanding of broad NHS roles and responsibilities, structures, and processes. Understanding of broad NHS roles and responsibilities, structures, and processes. Desirable Knowledge and experience of primary care-based administration and clinical systems e.g., EMIS, SystmOne. Examples of leading on change management/service improvement within the NHS and/or social care Experience of working across organisational boundaries. Skills & behaviours Essential IT literate with ability to use all Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Teams. In-depth knowledge of managing successful projects, including the development of frameworks, PMO structures, monitoring of delivery to timescales and review processes. Ability to support change and to work collaboratively to implement and embed new ways of working. Ability to efficiently prioritise own workload and the workload of others whilst working efficiently within very tight deadlines and with differing priorities. Able to work with and through ambiguity and can think on their feet when dealing with issues and problems. Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and experience of collaborative working, with proven ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels across a wide range of organisations and p Ability to present complex information including analysis and interpretation of data and statistics in a concise, accurate and understandable way to a range of audiences. Experience of working across organisational boundaries. Passionate about service improvement and the benefits this can deliver to patient health and quality of care. Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of a team. Able to respond positively and flexibly to changing demands and priorities. Ability to build very effective relationships and lead partnership working across a range of stakeholders, including clinicians. Ability to understand a broad range of complex information quickly and making decisions where opinions differ/no obvious solution. Desirable Examples of leading on change management/service improvement within the NHS and/or social care. Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience or in-depth knowledge of relevant field e.g., primary care Evidence of continuing professional development. Desirable Relevant project management qualification for example PRINCE 2 Practitioner Additional Requirements Essential Demonstrate drive, passion, and energy. Professional attitude to handle confidential and complex information appropriately. Commitment to personal, staff and organisational development. Self-confident and mindful, as well as emotionally resilient Enthusiastic and able to motivate others when required. Self-aware, and recognises the limits of own authority and skills/knowledge within the role. Seeks and uses professional support appropriately. Understands the principle of confidentiality. Confidence in working independently to make decisions and recommendations for action within responsibility level. Highly proactive and able to take own initiative to drive forward projects. Employer details Employer name NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board Address West Parade Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 1LT Employer's website http://www.westyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)