Overview
Be part of shaping the digital future of health and care in Wales. At Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW), we lead the digital transformation of health and care across Wales -- building a modern, data‑driven, and citizen‑focused service that empowers patients and professionals alike. As part of NHS Wales, our mission is to harness digital innovation to improve patient outcomes, reduce health inequalities, and make healthcare more connected, efficient, and sustainable. We are now looking for an exceptional Head of Strategy to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering DHCW's long‑term strategic direction.
Why Join Us
* Shape the strategic direction of a national digital organisation.
* Collaborate with senior leaders across health, care, and government.
* Drive initiatives that make a real difference to people's lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead DHCW's strategic analysis, horizon scanning, and development of insights to shape digital health and care strategy.
* Advise the Executive Team and Board on strategic priorities, risks, and opportunities.
* Foster collaboration across NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and national partners to align strategies and share best practice.
* Ensure that strategy and business architecture is effectively embedded in DHCW's programmes, policies, and communications.
* Lead and develop the Strategy Team, ensuring high performance, innovation, and professional growth.
* Represent DHCW at national and international forums, promoting Wales as a leader in digital health and care innovation.
About Digital Health and Care Wales
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales. We work in partnership with NHS Wales colleagues and other key stakeholders to provide national digital and data services which support the delivery of health and social care in Wales. Modern health and care services depend on good digital tools, data and information. DHCW runs or works with more than 100 services and delivers major national digital transformation programmes to support this. In addition, DHCW provides expert advice in relation to cyber security and information governance. We give frontline staff the digital tools which help them provide safer and more efficient care. We are also giving patients and the public digital tools to better manage their own health and wellbeing, empowering people to live healthier lives. We put people at the heart of what we do, working to the highest standards to deliver quality and make digital a force for good in health and care.
Benefits
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
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