Job Summary
The post holder will lead at a corporate level within the Royal Free London Hospital Group to support performance delivery against all national cancer waiting times standards across all divisions, working collaboratively with the divisions and the cancer teams to develop their capability, deliver specific performance targets and standards, and improve the services they provide.
The post holder will play a key role in the delivery of the cancer waiting times (CWT) performance and access strategy, leading on all areas of cancer performance achievement for the Trust. They will act in the role of Lead Cancer Manager for the Trust, working closely alongside the Lead Cancer Clinician and Lead Cancer Nurse, overseen by the Group cancer Operational Director. They will also represent the organization at North Central London system meetings and be an active member of key internal and external project groups, working collaboratively with other providers, the North Central London Cancer Alliance, and commissioning colleagues across the ICS and Region.
The post holder will be a specialist resource to the organization: as a subject matter expert in all aspects of cancer waiting times and wider elective access national guidance, as well as related operational processes and performance management; and as a facilitator of demand and capacity modelling and planning at tumour site, cancer pathway, and organizational level.
Main Duties of the Job
Job description and detailed information about the main duties and responsibilities can be found on the job description.
About Us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 1 million tests. The Trust receives the largest number of suspected cancer referrals in London and delivers over 5000 cancer treatments a year.
Our size, scale, and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that accommodates your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next-level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Date Posted
05 February 2025
Pay Scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 8d
Salary
£96,340 to £109,849 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference Number
391-RFL-6950267
Job Locations
Royal Free London, Pond St, Hampstead, NW3 2QG
Person Specification
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential:
* Degree in line with key competencies in operational or project management or equivalent operational experience
* Educated to Master's degree level or significant experience in acute operational/programme management
Desirable:
* Post graduate management Diploma in Project Management / Prince 2 / Programme delivery
Experience
Essential:
* Proven expertise to lead, plan, manage, and deliver projects/programmes successfully in a spirit of cooperation.
* Considerable post qualification experience at management level.
* Able to demonstrate significant staff and team management experience and ability to manage complex operations.
* Experience of working at a senior level across organisational boundaries.
* Acute provider operational/performance management experience.
Desirable:
* Experience of a variety of project planning and programming techniques.
* Considerable post qualification experience in cancer performance management.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential:
* Ability to seek and share information and ideas in a confident and compelling manner.
* Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
* Clear aptitude to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
* Comprehensive ability to use Microsoft Project and/or Oracle Project management software.
* High level of written communication and analytical skills.
* Ability to manage human and financial resources effectively within a performance framework.
* Able to rapidly assimilate complex information and make expert judgements.
* Evidence of leadership skills development and application.
* Proven ability to propose and implement service/departmental policies at Trust level.
* Effective role model with credibility across a range of audiences.
* Commitment to organisational behaviours and values.
* Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Highly developed facilitation skills.
* Understanding of the concept and principles of Prince 2.
* Staff management.
* Ability to train and teach others and act as a workplace mentor.
* Clear understanding of the role of a Project Management Office.
Personal Qualities & Attributes:
* Ability to develop strong relationships/networks.
* Ability to work effectively in an antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere.
* Enjoys being part of a team but able to work autonomously.
* Proven ability to interact with regulators and national bodies.
* Ability to motivate others into action.
* Confident and proactive style.
* Credible with senior clinicians and executive directors.
* A strong personal motivation to improve quality of care.
* Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
* Excellent communication and team building skills.
* Integrity.
* Approachable and builds rapport.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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.
Employer Details
Employer Name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Free London, Pond St, Hampstead, NW3 2QG
Employer's Website: Royal Free London Jobs
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