Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust within the ICT Department. To lead successful programme/project management of ICT led projects which support the delivery of patient care. To lead and manage the successful implementation of ICT programmes and projects that impact the Trust, against agreed project plans to time and within constraints. Provide professional programme and project management to the Trust to assist departments with the delivery of applications, systems and technology solutions that realise benefits for patients and the Trust Please be advised the interviews for this post will take place between 04/02/2025 and 05/02/2025. Main duties of the job Lead and manage the successful implementation of digital programmes and projects that impact the Trust (typically with timescales significantly in excess of six months, affecting 1500 plus Trust staff) against agreed project plans to time and within constraints. Identify, build and manage large multifunctional teams of both technical and non-technical staff (often consisting of 30-50 project staff) in line with Trust procedures and best practice Set strategy for programme delivery ensuring alignment of project deliverables with strategic goals Work with the Digital Nurse Specialists to identify programme benefits and ensure their delivery through specific projects Manage the dependencies and interfaces between projects to ensure their successful delivery in line with strategic objective Provide professional programme and project management to the Trust to assist departments with the delivery of applications, systems and technology solutions that realise benefits for patients and the Trust Apply expert digital knowledge and operational experience to the deployment of digital solutions Produce and maintain the formal documentation required throughout the programme and project lifecycle including the production of policies and procedures About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-AC-B8A-6911587 Job locations University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities Participate in system procurements, including drafting of procurement documentation and supplier evaluations. Develop and maintain strong communications links with key stakeholders, including Programme and Project Boards, reporting programme performance, conveying complex issues and negotiating desired outcomes Work flexibly as a member of the Digital management team to ensure the Directorate delivers a high-quality customer focused service Liaise with counterparts in other Trusts, health communities and elsewhere to assist in the provision of Digital services where patient care is delivered across multiple locations and agencies Identify the impact and support the operational change management resulting from the implementation of new digital systems across the Trust Conduct technical digital based investigations and impact assessments on supplier products and implementation plans Manage supplier relationships by establishing robust communications channels with supplier project managers to ensure timely product delivery and fitness for purpose Participate in and play a lead role as required in local/ regional and national implementation forums to ensure the spread of best practice Manage programme and project risks and issues, mitigating them as far as possible and escalating them to the Programme/ Project Board as required Provide direct line management responsibility for substantive and project staff in line with Trust policies and best practice. Deputise for the Head of Digital Programmes as required For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities Participate in system procurements, including drafting of procurement documentation and supplier evaluations. Develop and maintain strong communications links with key stakeholders, including Programme and Project Boards, reporting programme performance, conveying complex issues and negotiating desired outcomes Work flexibly as a member of the Digital management team to ensure the Directorate delivers a high-quality customer focused service Liaise with counterparts in other Trusts, health communities and elsewhere to assist in the provision of Digital services where patient care is delivered across multiple locations and agencies Identify the impact and support the operational change management resulting from the implementation of new digital systems across the Trust Conduct technical digital based investigations and impact assessments on supplier products and implementation plans Manage supplier relationships by establishing robust communications channels with supplier project managers to ensure timely product delivery and fitness for purpose Participate in and play a lead role as required in local/ regional and national implementation forums to ensure the spread of best practice Manage programme and project risks and issues, mitigating them as far as possible and escalating them to the Programme/ Project Board as required Provide direct line management responsibility for substantive and project staff in line with Trust policies and best practice. Deputise for the Head of Digital Programmes as required For further details of the role please see the attached job description. 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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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)