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Job Overview
Location:
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is seeking a dynamic and visionary
Head of Analytical Services
to lead our analytics function. This is a pivotal role at the heart of transforming how data drives decision-making across the organisation, ensuring high-quality insights to support both operational delivery and strategic ambitions.
Reporting to the
Head of Information Management and Analytics
and accountable to the
Deputy Director of Digital, Data and Technology (Chief Information Officer)
, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative analytics solutions and embed a data-driven culture across the Health Board.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direction to the Health Board's analytics teams, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
* Champion the use of advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and data science to improve patient care, service delivery and strategic planning.
* Oversee the design and delivery of analytical tools and products to support clinicians, managers, and executives in decision-making.
* Represent the Digital, Data and Technology Directorate at internal and external forums, including NHS Wales and Welsh Government.
* Ensure effective use of the NHS Wales National Data Resource (NDR), maximising opportunities from emerging technologies such as the Google Cloud Platform.
* Lead staff development, creating an environment that supports innovation, learning, and professional growth.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Masters level in a relevant field (e.g. Computer Studies, Data Science, Operational Research, Mathematics, Statistics) or equivalent level of demonstrable knowledge and experience.
* Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of advanced analytics, mathematical modelling and Operational Research within healthcare settings.
* Comprehensive understanding of NHS structures, policies, and data system
* Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of mixed methods evaluation (eg qualitative and quantitative methods).
Experience
Essential criteria
* Significant experience in a senior leadership role involving data analytics, modelling, and strategic planning
* Proven track record of delivering impactful analytical solutions to support organisational decision-making.
* Experience in designing and implementing training programs to build analytical capabilities
* Substantial experience working at a senior level involving research, data analysis and data science
* Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency partnership working with a range of stakeholders.
Skills
Essential criteria
* Advanced keyboard skills in data analysis, statistical modelling, discrete, event simulation and programming (e.g., GCP tools, SQL, Python, R).
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.