Job summary A unique and exciting fixed term secondment opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as a Programme Support Manager. The post is fixed term / secondment for 12 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. This role will suit a self-motivated individual with strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to think laterally and work with minimal day to day supervision. The post holder will play a key role in the delivery of projects associated with the Embedding Research in the NHS Programme, as well as supporting the overall programme management. Main duties of the job The key duties as follows: Support the programme lead and individual project leads to deliver the Embedding Research in the NHS Programme, offering particular expertise in programme and project management. writing business cases and other programme documentation including initiation documents, programme plans, risk and issues logs, stakeholder, communication and benefits plans. About us This is a Health and Care Research Wales post, hosted by Powys Teaching Health Board. Health and Care Research Wales is a networked organisation, supported by Welsh Government, which brings together a wide range of partners across the NHS in Wales, local authorities, universities, research institutions, third sector and others. Health and Care Research Wales works in support of Welsh Government's overarching goal which is to ensure that today's research makes a difference to tomorrow's care. Its mission is to promote, support and provide collective oversight of health and social care research in Wales. Ensuring it is of the highest international scientific quality, is relevant to the needs and challenges of health and social care in Wales and makes a difference to policy and practice in ways that improve the lives of patients, people, and communities in Wales. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 070-AC144-1124 Job locations Cardiff Cardiff CF11 9AB Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Project or Programme Management qualification or significant demonstrable experience in managing complex projects using a robust methodology IQT Bronze Award Training Relevant degree or equivalent gained through specific relevant experience Proven work record of consistently achieving high standards and delivering objectives and priorities Experience of hands on delivery and management of complex full lifecycle projects ideally within the NHS or a public sector organisation Comprehensive knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office Evidence of designing, implementing and maintaining office document control systems Evidence of compiling and producing high quality professional written reports and business cases Experience of working with staff to implement service improvements Ability to negotiate with staff/ other partners and motivate stakeholders to deliver service improvement Experience Essential Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with ability to analyse, interpret and resolve issues Logical and analytical approach required when designing a new solution Ability to plan multiple concurrent activities, manage project team, allocate and prioritise resource, meet objectives Confident communicator, able to establish relationships with staff at all levels and to work with external stakeholders Ability to convey new requirements, which may contain complex information to both technical and non-technical staff / partners / stakeholders including presentations to large groups Report presentation skills e.g desk top publishing skills Strong administrative and planning skills, able to plan effectively against deadlines in order to produce timely outputs and deliverables Meeting minute taking skills, strong report writing and document presentation skills (e.g. producing professional reports and documents) Experience in leading a team Aptitudes and Abilities Essential Able to act independently and on own initiative Ability to deal with confidential issues in a professional and sensitive manner Understanding of key NHS targets and current priorities within NHS Wales Ability to perform and deliver under pressure Ability to prioritise work within a pressured environment Proactive and delivers to timescales Other Essential Knowledge, understanding and application of Equal Opportunities Evidence of political awareness and sensitivity to the high profile Health and Care Research Wales Ability to travel within a timely manner Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Project or Programme Management qualification or significant demonstrable experience in managing complex projects using a robust methodology IQT Bronze Award Training Relevant degree or equivalent gained through specific relevant experience Proven work record of consistently achieving high standards and delivering objectives and priorities Experience of hands on delivery and management of complex full lifecycle projects ideally within the NHS or a public sector organisation Comprehensive knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office Evidence of designing, implementing and maintaining office document control systems Evidence of compiling and producing high quality professional written reports and business cases Experience of working with staff to implement service improvements Ability to negotiate with staff/ other partners and motivate stakeholders to deliver service improvement Experience Essential Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with ability to analyse, interpret and resolve issues Logical and analytical approach required when designing a new solution Ability to plan multiple concurrent activities, manage project team, allocate and prioritise resource, meet objectives Confident communicator, able to establish relationships with staff at all levels and to work with external stakeholders Ability to convey new requirements, which may contain complex information to both technical and non-technical staff / partners / stakeholders including presentations to large groups Report presentation skills e.g desk top publishing skills Strong administrative and planning skills, able to plan effectively against deadlines in order to produce timely outputs and deliverables Meeting minute taking skills, strong report writing and document presentation skills (e.g. producing professional reports and documents) Experience in leading a team Aptitudes and Abilities Essential Able to act independently and on own initiative Ability to deal with confidential issues in a professional and sensitive manner Understanding of key NHS targets and current priorities within NHS Wales Ability to perform and deliver under pressure Ability to prioritise work within a pressured environment Proactive and delivers to timescales Other Essential Knowledge, understanding and application of Equal Opportunities Evidence of political awareness and sensitivity to the high profile Health and Care Research Wales Ability to travel within a timely manner 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 Powys Teaching Health Board Address Cardiff Cardiff CF11 9AB Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)