Job summary We have embarked on a programme to implement a single Electronic Patient Record (EPR) as part of the NHS digital health ongoing initiative across the Norfolk and Waveney Acute Hospital Collaborative (NWAHC). The collaborative is made up of three acute hospitals in Norfolk and Waveney; James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (JPUH) Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust (QEH) This is a unique opportunity to contribute your skills and expertise to create a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals throughout Norfolk and Waveney. We are dedicated to advancing our digital capabilities in alignment with our long-term strategic goals, ensuring a high standard of patient care and safety for our diverse communities. The acute hospitals in Norfolk are a vital part of the health and social care system. Our digital mission is an essential part of our transformation into a post-modern healthcare system. Main duties of the job The role of the Project Manager is to provide the governance, structure, process, and critical challenge for the workstream deliverables and to report on progress including key issues and risks to enable key decisions and actions to be taken in a timely manner. The post holder will have significant experience in programme and project management and have specialist knowledge in transformation and adoption of large[1]scale digital systems (preferable EPRs), with proven experience of working in healthcare environments. The post holder will need to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff members characterised by trust, mutual respect, and open, honest communication. To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work. To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate the Collaborative's values and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture. About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 234-24-EPR-B-02-TA2 Job locations Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital Colney Lane Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities 1. Support the EPR programme in leading the allocated workstream and associated sub-projects and managing the complex environments and relationships within the Trusts, which will benefit from a centrally coordinated approach due to their complexity and scope. 2. Responsibility for review and challenge of all project development and documentation, including feedback to central and local colleagues on areas of weakness or whether further information is required. 3. Responsibility for monitoring programme compliance delivery, for the sub[1]projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget and that planned cost savings are made Job description Job responsibilities 1. Support the EPR programme in leading the allocated workstream and associated sub-projects and managing the complex environments and relationships within the Trusts, which will benefit from a centrally coordinated approach due to their complexity and scope. 2. Responsibility for review and challenge of all project development and documentation, including feedback to central and local colleagues on areas of weakness or whether further information is required. 3. Responsibility for monitoring programme compliance delivery, for the sub[1]projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget and that planned cost savings are made Person Specification Qualifications Essential Accredited project management qualification (e.g. APM, Prince2, Managing Successful Programmes or equivalent) and significant senior experience in project/programme management delivery with evidence of leading and managing improvement projects in the NHS. Desirable Masters level qualification or equivalent experience. Experience Essential Project and Programme management with evidence of leading and delivering major improvements. Management at a senior level where change management skills have been required within the post. Skills Essential Negotiating skills to encourage collaborative working across different agencies to improve services. Organisational and project management skills, with the ability to influence and build positive and productive relationships at all levels. Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential Accredited project management qualification (e.g. APM, Prince2, Managing Successful Programmes or equivalent) and significant senior experience in project/programme management delivery with evidence of leading and managing improvement projects in the NHS. Desirable Masters level qualification or equivalent experience. Experience Essential Project and Programme management with evidence of leading and delivering major improvements. Management at a senior level where change management skills have been required within the post. Skills Essential Negotiating skills to encourage collaborative working across different agencies to improve services. Organisational and project management skills, with the ability to influence and build positive and productive relationships at all levels. Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 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). 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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital Colney Lane Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)