The Head of Implementation leads the Observatorys implementation programme. The postholder is responsible for leading the delivery of implementation projects that will enable the NHS, and where agreed, other partners, to implement the Observatorys evidenced recommendations, and other practical actions, to purposefully address racial and ethnic inequalities in health, including within the workforce. The Head of Implementation works with members of the Implementation team and wider Observatory team to develop and deliver the Observatorys implementation offer, including anti-racism focused quality improvement; and activities around community engagement, analysis and thought leadership, that will feed-into the Observatorys support offer for integrated healthcare systems. The postholder works closely with the Director of Implementation and other members of the NHS RHO team to facilitate development and deployment of innovative new models, and an income-generating Observatory consultancy offer. Responsibilities Lead the operational delivery of the Observatorys Implementation programme. Work with colleagues across the organisation, and other key stakeholders, to facilitate effective implementation of recommendations from RHO reports. Lead on the day-to-day management of implementation of RHO recommendations, working with project leads and other team members to drive and document impact. Develop and manage the Observatorys benefits register and contribute regularly to reporting, including preparing reports for the RHO Board. Work with the Director of Implementation to develop, and subsequently manage, the Observatorys wider implementation strategy, including working with team members to develop and deliver a consultancy service for integrated care systems. Lead the day-to-day management of Learning and Action Network pilot programmes, including developing and delivering session content and working with colleagues to identify and capture learning from the programme to support development of an anti-racism focused improvement and implementation offer. Coordinate activities to convene internal and external stakeholders at national and international level, to progress development of the RHO Implementation programme and offer. Prepare papers, presentations, short reports and briefings for the Director of Implementation often making informed, strategic decisions on content. Line manage members of the Implementation team. Perform other related work as may be required and is commensurate with the grade.