Job summary The post is fixed term / secondment for 12 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. A unique and exciting fixed term/secondment opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as a Band 8a Senior Research Impact Manager. This role will suit a self-motivated individual with strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to think laterally and work with minimal day to day supervision. The post holder will play a key role in the delivery of projects associated with the Embedding Research in the NHS Programme, as well as supporting the overall programme management. Working with NHS R&D Directors, NHS Finance Directors and Health Economists, the post holder will promote innovation and best practice in measuring the economic impact and value of research to NHS Wales Main duties of the job The key duties as follows: The postholder will lead on a range of service improvement programmes acrossNHS Wales supporting NHS organisations to measure the impact and value of research on an ongoing basis. The post holder will be a key member of the team working on the Embedding Research in the NHS programme for Health and Care Research Wales. The post holder will support all aspects of the planning and delivery of the programme to measure the impact and value of research to NHS Wales. About us This is a Health and Care Research Wales post, hosted by Powys Teaching Health Board. Health and Care Research Wales is a networked organisation, supported by Welsh Government, which brings together a wide range of partners across the NHS in Wales, local authorities, universities, research institutions, third sector and others. Health and Care Research Wales works in support of Welsh Government's overarching goal which is to ensure that today's research makes a difference to tomorrow's care. Its mission is to promote, support and provide collective oversight of health and social care research in Wales. Ensuring it is of the highest international scientific quality, is relevant to the needs and challenges of health and social care in Wales and makes a difference to policy and practice in ways that improve the lives of patients, people, and communities in Wales. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £54,550 to £61,412 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 070-AC142-1124 Job locations Cardiff Cardiff CF11 9AB Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Person Specification Qualifications / Knowledge Essential Degree or equivalent professional qualification. Postgraduate management qualification to Masters level or equivalent experience Continuous management and personal development. Understanding of modernisation /service re-design agenda. Project or programme management qualification. Knowledge of innovation and best practice. Advanced knowledge of, and experience in, the planning, co-ordination and conduct of Health and Social Care research Knowledge and familiarity with all aspects of clinical data management, particularly confidentiality Evidence of partnership working and stakeholder management Specialist knowledge of designated work area. Awareness of national priorities and drivers for change. Experience Essential Management experience preferably within the NHS. Planning experience and working in a multidisciplinary environment. Report writing. Track record of leading change and service development in a large organisation. Aptitude and Abilities Essential Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability to work to demanding timescales. Good communicator. Presentation skills, written and verbal. Able to research and evaluate Keyboard skills. Good time management and organisational skills. Ability to analyse data / situations. Effective interpersonal skills. Values Essential Can demonstrate PTHB Values Can demonstrate sensitivity to staff and service users in services where change is envisaged. Responsive to needs of service / patients. Other Essential Able to travel within county to attend meetings Person Specification Qualifications / Knowledge Essential Degree or equivalent professional qualification. Postgraduate management qualification to Masters level or equivalent experience Continuous management and personal development. Understanding of modernisation /service re-design agenda. Project or programme management qualification. Knowledge of innovation and best practice. Advanced knowledge of, and experience in, the planning, co-ordination and conduct of Health and Social Care research Knowledge and familiarity with all aspects of clinical data management, particularly confidentiality Evidence of partnership working and stakeholder management Specialist knowledge of designated work area. Awareness of national priorities and drivers for change. Experience Essential Management experience preferably within the NHS. Planning experience and working in a multidisciplinary environment. Report writing. Track record of leading change and service development in a large organisation. Aptitude and Abilities Essential Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability to work to demanding timescales. Good communicator. Presentation skills, written and verbal. Able to research and evaluate Keyboard skills. Good time management and organisational skills. Ability to analyse data / situations. Effective interpersonal skills. Values Essential Can demonstrate PTHB Values Can demonstrate sensitivity to staff and service users in services where change is envisaged. Responsive to needs of service / patients. Other Essential Able to travel within county to attend meetings 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 Powys Teaching Health Board Address Cardiff Cardiff CF11 9AB Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)