Overview
The Chief Digital Officer will provide vision and leadership across digital transformation, information management, analytics and technology, ensuring that digital capability is fully aligned with the Trust's strategic ambitions.
Working closely with Executive colleagues, clinicians and partners across integrated care systems, local government and national bodies, the postholder will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious digital strategy, oversee the effective management of digital and information services, and champion the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to enhance productivity and improve patient experience across our estate and beyond.
They will also lead the Trust's approach to data and analytics, support the development of neighbourhood health datasets, and represent CLCH at regional and national level to influence and advance the wider digital agenda. This exceptional opportunity is to shape the future of digital healthcare across London and beyond. The Chief Digital Officer will have the opportunity to influence change at local, regional and national levels, ensuring that digital innovation delivers meaningful improvements for patients, staff and communities.
We are particularly keen to attract applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of the populations we serve and who share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide vision and leadership across digital transformation, information management, analytics and technology.
* Lead the development and delivery of an ambitious digital strategy.
* Oversee the effective management of digital and information services.
* Champion the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to enhance productivity and improve patient experience.
* Lead the Trust's approach to data and analytics and support the development of neighbourhood health datasets.
* Represent CLCH at regional and national level to influence and advance the wider digital agenda.
* Ensure digital innovation delivers meaningful improvements for patients, staff and communities.
Qualifications and Experience
* Significant Board or senior leadership experience within a complex environment, with an understanding of the healthcare space.
* Proven track record of delivering large‑scale digital transformation programmes and leading multidisciplinary teams.
* Deep expertise in digital strategy, information governance, cyber security, business intelligence and data‑driven decision‑making.
* Ability to operate effectively across organisational boundaries and build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Politically astute, commercially aware, with a strong focus on delivery and benefits realisation.
* Inclusive and compassionate leadership, embodying the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion and Empowerment.
Reporting
The Chief Digital Officer will report directly to James Benson, Chief Executive Officer.
About the Trust
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, with more than 5,300 staff delivering over 100 clinical services across 14 London boroughs and Hertfordshire. Guided by our new strategy, Healthy Neighbourhoods, Thriving Communities, and recently awarded Advanced Foundation Trust status, we are committed to shaping the future of neighbourhood health services, improving population health outcomes, and delivering great care closer to home. We are now seeking to appoint our first Chief Digital Officer, a new Board‑level role that will play a central part in transforming how digital technology, data and innovation support patients, communities and colleagues.
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