We are seeking an experienced project manager to support the Digital Strategy and associated annual plan. This role is pivotal in the success of the Trust’s project by providing the project teams expert advice on all aspects of project management. We are looking for a motivated, leader with excellent communication skills and a passion for using technology to harness improvement. Previous experience in health projects is not essential, but an understanding of large scale digital change is vital. Job Purpose Lead the on-going development and implementation of UHBW’s strategic digital vision. Provide leadership for all digital service functions, optimising their contribution, productivity and professionalism to support the delivery of safe, high quality care. Manage and provide senior leadership for the digital programme and programme management function within Digital Services. Deliver on commitments undertaken as a result of internal (e.g. DHPB) and external programmes (e.g. GDE, Paperless 2020). Provide a world-class digital service throughout the Trust and applicable partner organizations across BNSSG Play an active role in creating opportunities to Transform Care across the Trust through the use of digital technologies and innovations Manage the relationship with local, national and international partners and suppliers to improve and maintain opportunities for collaborative working Take corporate responsibility as a senior manager of the Trust for the performance and management of the Trust as a whole. University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Laura Kingdon Job title: Head of Digital Programs Email address: Laura.Kingdonuhbw.nhs.uk