Job summary The Performance and Planning team sits within the Deputy Chief Executive portfolio includes three key areas: performance management, planning and programme management. In line with NOF4 and our operational plan, it is vital that we effectively performance manage the system to ensure that we and our providers are held to account and deliver the agreed priorities. To help us do this, we have programme management office (PMO) which act as the engine room of the organisation, ensuring that all programmes are coordinated and deliver against their plans. The role and function of the performance and planning team is to ensure that NHS Devon, providers and the system have plans in place to meet key requirements such as operating plans, winter plans, joint forward plans and national oversight framework. The team oversee the planning framework for the system ensuring all submissions meet the key requirements as set out in national or local guidance and that there are concise delivery plans in place to deliver on these requirements. The team will provide programme management office (PMO) support to teams to ensure that all delivery and improvement programmes are set up using the correct programme architecture. The performance element of the team will support the new oversight governance structure for the system, which will include oversight meetings with each provider/localities, oversight of provider collaboratives and internal oversight of delivery of all annual plan requirements. Main duties of the job The main duties of the role include:o Liaise with organisational functions within the ICS including providers, commissioning, finance, performance, workforce, and quality to support the development and delivery of strategies and planso Co-ordinate the internal and external assurance activities of the operating plan, JFP and any other key programmes including setting out project and programme activities and timeframes and manage the preparation of reports and internal and external assurance materialso Provide information and direction to colleagues involved in the range of elements of delivery functions to ensure requirements are understood.o Develop and manage a systematic process for planning information management, assisting with horizon scanning and assessing, and responding to, relevant legislative and policy developments as they emerge in real timeo Co-ordinate and facilitate preparation for and follow up to key workshops, training and other strategy and planning meetings and activities as required including preparing presentations and reportso Be pro-active in supporting the process of ensuring plans, projects and service changes are supported by evidence, including researching information and liaising with clinicians and key stakeholders in this process About us NHS Devon Integrated Care System As an Integrated Care System (ICS), we recognise now more than ever that we can only provide the care that people really need by working together. Together for Devon therefore represents a partnership where health and care services work together with local communities to improve peoples health, wellbeing and care. It aims to transform health and care services so they are clinically, socially and financially sustainable.Our vision is simple: equal chances for everyone in Devon to lead long, happy and healthy lives. To achieve this, we have set out six ambitions for the next five years that will help us transform services including: Effective and efficient care, embedding the Integrated Care Model, the Devon deal (a citizen-led approach to health and care), Children and young people, Digital Devon and ensuring Equality. About NHS Devon As part of the Devon ICS, NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is responsible for the majority of county's NHS budget, and develops a plan to improve peoples health, deliver high-quality care and better value for money. The organisation is led by a diverse board, with an aim to improve peoples lives in Devon wherever they live, to reduce health inequalities and make sure we can deliver these services for the long term.For more information, visit our website www.onedevon.org.uk Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 144-JR023-DCEO04-25 Job locations Aperture House Pynes Hill, Rydon Lane Exeter EX2 5AZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Person Specification Skills & Attributes 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 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 Training Essential Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Project/programme management qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Experience of managing risks and reporting Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment Understanding of the public sector Comprehensive knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools Experience of leading and delivering projects and programmes of work Desirable Knowledge and experience of project/programme management and benefits realisation methodology and techniques 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 Project management qualification or equivalent experience Other Essential Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership) Experience of managing a team without direct line management. Person Specification Skills & Attributes 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 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 Training Essential Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Project/programme management qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Experience of managing risks and reporting Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment Understanding of the public sector Comprehensive knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools Experience of leading and delivering projects and programmes of work Desirable Knowledge and experience of project/programme management and benefits realisation methodology and techniques 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 Project management qualification or equivalent experience Other Essential Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership) Experience of managing a team without direct line management. 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. Employer details Employer name NHS Devon Integrated Care Board Address Aperture House Pynes Hill, Rydon Lane Exeter EX2 5AZ Employer's website https://onedevon.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)