Job summary NHS AfC: Band 8c The Cavendish Square Group (CSG) is seeking an experienced and highly self-motivated programme manager with the skills, commitment and ambition to drive forward this work. This high-profile role is ideal for someone who is looking to take their career to the next level by working directly with London's leading NHS Chief Executives at a time of unprecedented change. The successful individual will be a skilled political operator and must have a proven track record of delivery. To be successful in this role the candidate must be comfortable working with complexity and ambiguity. They must be a self-starter who is confident, has vision and the ability to bring people together from all parts of the mental health system to deliver on shared goals. The candidate will represent the CSG and the interest of its members to senior individuals and groups within the NHS and beyond. They will not only lead the delivery of programmes and projects by galvanising support within individual organisations but will also support identification and development of future strategy and priorities. The Programme Manager will have a critical role in supporting the CSG to be the voice of mental health providers in London and drive genuine change in the capital. Main duties of the job Development of the CSG 5-year strategy and implementation plan. Coordination and oversight of all CSG activities. Project managing a number of concurrent projects. This will include developing and delivering plans, managing risks and issues and reporting on progress. Developing the profile and reputation of the group, identifying and taking forward opportunities to increase the groups influence. Representing the group to various stakeholders, able to accurately represent views and influence others on the priorities of the group. Able to take information and outcomes of discussions to create clear and cohesive messages. Re-organise groups and arrangements as necessary to ensure it is maximally effective at delivering on priorities. Connecting CSG links to service user groups across the capital to support programme development Organising, planning for, supporting and then taking forward actions from a range of meetings (using the support of the administrator where appropriate). Developing and implementing a communication strategy including website development and maintenance and social media strategy development End to end event planning, including both logistics and content. Managing the CSG budget, ensuring best use and value for money as well as reporting and oversight. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the role and/or band as required by business need, not specified in the job description. About us The current Chair of the CSG is the CEO of the South London and Maudsley so this role will be hosted by South London and Maudsley. South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training. The Trust employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8c Salary £82,462 to £93,773 a year pro rata per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 334-NCL-6729606-TA Job locations Home working, with travel across London London SE5 8AZ Job description Job responsibilities The job description and main responsibilities are covered in the sections above - the overview of the job and the main duties. The purpose of the CSG is to: Be the voice of London NHS mental health providers who are working together to improve mental health services, champion the voice of the communities we serve and secure resources across the capital to improve outcomes for the population of London. Work together on prevention, inequalities and the life expectancy gap of people with mental health illness with a key focus on CYP and Urgent and Emergency Care. Take a collective view on important strategic and operational aspects of mental health services Share knowledge and best practice across mental health providers, supporting and learning from shared challenges Focus on the shared interests of our population where it adds value and makes sense. The key priorities for CSG are: Prevention, inequalities, closing the life expectancy gap of people with MH illness as overarching principles Children and Young People, and the Urgent and Emergency Care Pathway are a core focus for 2023 The CSG has been meeting together for over 20 years and is now seeking to reset their strategy and focus on longer term, sustainable areas that will make an improvement to the services they deliver to the benefit of the populations they serve. Job description Job responsibilities The job description and main responsibilities are covered in the sections above - the overview of the job and the main duties. The purpose of the CSG is to: Be the voice of London NHS mental health providers who are working together to improve mental health services, champion the voice of the communities we serve and secure resources across the capital to improve outcomes for the population of London. Work together on prevention, inequalities and the life expectancy gap of people with mental health illness with a key focus on CYP and Urgent and Emergency Care. Take a collective view on important strategic and operational aspects of mental health services Share knowledge and best practice across mental health providers, supporting and learning from shared challenges Focus on the shared interests of our population where it adds value and makes sense. The key priorities for CSG are: Prevention, inequalities, closing the life expectancy gap of people with MH illness as overarching principles Children and Young People, and the Urgent and Emergency Care Pathway are a core focus for 2023 The CSG has been meeting together for over 20 years and is now seeking to reset their strategy and focus on longer term, sustainable areas that will make an improvement to the services they deliver to the benefit of the populations they serve. Person Specification Knowledge/Skills Essential oAble to think strategically and to analyse complex data, reports and interpret statistical (including financial) data and draw conclusions and make decisions and recommendations. oProject Management competencies, including well developed organisational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, problem solve, adapt to suit the changing requirements of the project and deliver results and project outcomes. oDemonstrate initiative and resilience to deal with challenges and resistance. oThe interpersonal and leadership skills to work effectively with and mobilise groups and individuals including senior managers, clinicians and academics to develop and lead strategy. oTo have demonstrably strong influencing, negotiating and communications skills and the ability to listen and respond to the needs of a wide range of stakeholders. oSkilled at drafting complex strategy documents, analytical pieces and other documents for public consumption. oMust be numerate. Desirable oIn depth understanding of how mental health hospitals work oCommunication expertise oKnowledge of multiple styles of project and portfolio management systems. Experience Essential oDemonstrable track record of working and influencing at a senior level with the NHS, Department of Health, Treasury and in the broader healthcare system, or potentially a sector of comparable profile and complexity. oAn understanding of the health and care system in London, including the role of Integrated Health Systems as well as the wider mental health agenda. oHighly experienced at relationship building, networking and public speaking, able to credibly represent CSG in a variety of public fora and to media. oA successful track record of leading change programmes and project management in large/complex NHS organisations, including portfolio assurance systems and quality and cost improvement plans oExperience of managing and motivating a team Desirable oExperience of delivery in political, policy or think tank setting Qualifications Essential oMasters or Equivalent qualification oProject Management Qualifications e.g Prince 2 or MSP or equivalent relevant experience Desirable oPRINCE 2 Practitioner Person Specification Knowledge/Skills Essential oAble to think strategically and to analyse complex data, reports and interpret statistical (including financial) data and draw conclusions and make decisions and recommendations. oProject Management competencies, including well developed organisational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, problem solve, adapt to suit the changing requirements of the project and deliver results and project outcomes. oDemonstrate initiative and resilience to deal with challenges and resistance. oThe interpersonal and leadership skills to work effectively with and mobilise groups and individuals including senior managers, clinicians and academics to develop and lead strategy. oTo have demonstrably strong influencing, negotiating and communications skills and the ability to listen and respond to the needs of a wide range of stakeholders. oSkilled at drafting complex strategy documents, analytical pieces and other documents for public consumption. oMust be numerate. Desirable oIn depth understanding of how mental health hospitals work oCommunication expertise oKnowledge of multiple styles of project and portfolio management systems. Experience Essential oDemonstrable track record of working and influencing at a senior level with the NHS, Department of Health, Treasury and in the broader healthcare system, or potentially a sector of comparable profile and complexity. oAn understanding of the health and care system in London, including the role of Integrated Health Systems as well as the wider mental health agenda. oHighly experienced at relationship building, networking and public speaking, able to credibly represent CSG in a variety of public fora and to media. oA successful track record of leading change programmes and project management in large/complex NHS organisations, including portfolio assurance systems and quality and cost improvement plans oExperience of managing and motivating a team Desirable oExperience of delivery in political, policy or think tank setting Qualifications Essential oMasters or Equivalent qualification oProject Management Qualifications e.g Prince 2 or MSP or equivalent relevant experience Desirable oPRINCE 2 Practitioner Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Address Home working, with travel across London London SE5 8AZ Employer's website https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)