Lead and manage a large and complex designated portfolio within a Commissioning Directorate, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services. Lead and manage the planning, stakeholder engagement, and performance management of the delegated portfolio to achieve the best outcomes for patients and the organisation. Lead on evidence and value-based commissioning for the delegated portfolio, taking consideration of population need. Provide leadership and management to the Commissioning Team(s) within the delegated portfolio, and work across NHS Wales, including strategic, clinical and operational delivery networks and, where required, deputise for the Assistant Director of Commissioning. Be accountable to the Assistant Director of Commissioning for their performance and provide expert advice to the Director of Commissioning and their Deputy on the commissioning of services within their delegated portfolio.
Lead and manage a large and complex delegated commissioning portfolio. Lead, manage and develop the matrix Commissioning Team for the delegated portfolio. Lead the development of commissioning strategies and plans for the services included within the remit of the role, working with the Assistant Director of Commissioning and other Heads of Commissioning to ensure alignment of plans with the Integrated Medium-Term Plan and wider JCC commissioning priorities and plans. Lead on the strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and performance management of the delegated portfolio. Work with stakeholders to develop and implement plans to improve quality and value across the delegated portfolio. Lead on contract and performance management for the services within the delegated portfolio, and manage within the allocated budget for the services, likely to be in excess of £100m dependent on the portfolio. Implement and maintain robust quality assurance and clinical governance arrangements for the portfolio and ensure appropriate escalation where necessary.
The NWJCC is a joint committee of the seven health boards in Wales, with a Chair and Lay Members. We support collaborative commissioning across Wales, with around 120 staff based in Mold and Nantgarw/Treforest. Our mission to be The Centre of Excellence for Collaborative Commissioning, improving health and care outcomes across Wales. We commission around 220 services, from NHS 111 and ambulance services to specialised rare disease services, and mental health, operating a £1.14bn budget. In this role, you will join a supportive, inclusive team, working with NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and UK provider organisations. We are seeking individuals who reflect our values of respect, trust, collaboration, and excellence—those who put patients and quality at the centre of everything they do.
If you\'re passionate about improving lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team, we\'d love to hear from you. This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months due to meet the needs of the service. 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. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals within protected groups as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. This includes, but is not limited to, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership. We also warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community. Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route.
Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government\'s Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used. We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification. We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
Located in the heart of South Wales, we\'re central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together. At CTM, you\'ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we\'re creating a space where everyone can thrive. Our CTM 2030 Strategy-Our Health, Our Future focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
* We listen, learn, and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you\'ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
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