Job summary NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board is looking for an experienced and dynamic programme managers to support and lead system transformation, with a specific focus on system sustainability, addressing inequalities, developing system partnerships, and preparing for the health challenges of a growing and diverse population. This complex and pivotal role involves system-wide transformation, working closely with ICS leaders, including Place based partnerships, provider collaboratives, public health, primary care, local authorities, voluntary and community sectors, and residents to advance health outcomes, reduce costs and variation for services accessed by our local populations. Main duties of the job As part of the ICB Transformation Team the successful candidate will accelerate the delivery of our priorities, driving a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration working closely with other ICB teams and our system partners. The ideal candidate will have strong project management, analytical and change management skills and the capacity to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. About us NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) Integrated Care Board is the statutory NHS organisation responsible for planning and delivering health and care services for the communities of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West. We work collaboratively with partner organisations including local government, the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, and people and communities across the BOB Health and Care Integrated Care System (ICS). Our key priorities are to increase healthy life expectancy and reduce health inequalities for the 1.7 million people who live in our communities. We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We believe that the best employers are those that reflect the communities they serve. We want to increase the diversity of our NHS leadership and particularly encourage applications from women, people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBT communities, younger candidates and from people with lived experience of disability, who we know are all under-represented in these important roles. Our Values are: Respectful we are inclusive Impactful we make a difference Integrity we are kind and fair Leadership we encourage leadership Collaborative we work together in a positive way Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number D9482-ICB-5706TG Job locations Unipart Group Of Companies Garsington Road Cowley Oxford OX4 2PG Berkshire Health Authority Bath Road Reading RG30 2BA Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will have responsibility for managing the delivery of defined programmes within the remit of the System Transformation & Development team to ensure the BOB ICB system is fairer, more sustainable and improves peoples lives. This team is responsible for leading system wide transformation and change on behalf of the ICB, working closely with other directorates and partners across BOB to maximise impact. The post holder will be highly motivated, skilled, and experienced in programme management and delivery. They will be part of a team of experts who will be expected to work across the organisation and system to support colleagues deliver. They will make sure programmes they are leading are managed effectively, have clear deliverables, and are kept on track. The postholder will be responsible for: Taking a lead for defining and contributing to system and ICB change initiatives. Co-designing programmes with teams which clearly set out the work that needs to be completed and the approach that will be taken to achieve the required outcomes. Following standardised approaches to change and programme management, ensuing consistency across the ICB. As necessary, support colleagues to develop and update processes and guidance for ICB staff to follow. The provision of specialist advice and guidance on assigned projects/functions. Providing coordination and participating in internal and external working groups, providing project expertise advice and support. Collaborate with team members to investigate variances from targets/plans and implement solutions. Manage risk and issue tracking mechanisms, ensuring proactive resolution and escalation. Oversee all aspects of the project life cycle, including resource allocation, planning, risk management, and project closure. Develop and manage project tracking, control, and reporting to meet objectives on time and within budget. Manage programme schedules and resource dependencies, resolving potential conflicts where necessary. Provide regular and timely project and programme progress updates, both written and verbal presentations. Organise and arrange project meetings, workshops, and engagement sessions, including venue booking. This job description and person specification are an outline of the required tasks, responsibilities, and outcomes for the role. The job holder will perform any other duties as reasonably required by their line manager, and the description and specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis to align with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will have responsibility for managing the delivery of defined programmes within the remit of the System Transformation & Development team to ensure the BOB ICB system is fairer, more sustainable and improves peoples lives. This team is responsible for leading system wide transformation and change on behalf of the ICB, working closely with other directorates and partners across BOB to maximise impact. The post holder will be highly motivated, skilled, and experienced in programme management and delivery. They will be part of a team of experts who will be expected to work across the organisation and system to support colleagues deliver. They will make sure programmes they are leading are managed effectively, have clear deliverables, and are kept on track. The postholder will be responsible for: Taking a lead for defining and contributing to system and ICB change initiatives. Co-designing programmes with teams which clearly set out the work that needs to be completed and the approach that will be taken to achieve the required outcomes. Following standardised approaches to change and programme management, ensuing consistency across the ICB. As necessary, support colleagues to develop and update processes and guidance for ICB staff to follow. The provision of specialist advice and guidance on assigned projects/functions. Providing coordination and participating in internal and external working groups, providing project expertise advice and support. Collaborate with team members to investigate variances from targets/plans and implement solutions. Manage risk and issue tracking mechanisms, ensuring proactive resolution and escalation. Oversee all aspects of the project life cycle, including resource allocation, planning, risk management, and project closure. Develop and manage project tracking, control, and reporting to meet objectives on time and within budget. Manage programme schedules and resource dependencies, resolving potential conflicts where necessary. Provide regular and timely project and programme progress updates, both written and verbal presentations. Organise and arrange project meetings, workshops, and engagement sessions, including venue booking. This job description and person specification are an outline of the required tasks, responsibilities, and outcomes for the role. The job holder will perform any other duties as reasonably required by their line manager, and the description and specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis to align with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Post-graduate degree in Management Studies or equivalent Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment Evidence of continued professional development Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Experience of managing risks and reporting Communication Skills Essential Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders Autonomy Essential Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales Analytical and Planning Skills Essential Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources. Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium, and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Other Essential The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership) Ability to work well with colleagues with diverse identities and contribute to a positive culture. Demonstrate professional integrity, civility and respect at the workplace. Experience of managing a team without direct line management Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Post-graduate degree in Management Studies or equivalent Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment Evidence of continued professional development Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Experience of managing risks and reporting Communication Skills Essential Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders Autonomy Essential Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales Analytical and Planning Skills Essential Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources. Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium, and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Other Essential The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership) Ability to work well with colleagues with diverse identities and contribute to a positive culture. Demonstrate professional integrity, civility and respect at the workplace. Experience of managing a team without direct line management Employer details Employer name Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West ICB Address Unipart Group Of Companies Garsington Road Cowley Oxford OX4 2PG Employer's website https://www.bucksoxonberksw.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)