Head of Department - Professional Advice, Publications and Education
Offered by The Association for Perioperative Practice
* Job Sector: Head of Department - Professional Advice, Publications and Education
* Location: Harrogate head office. Hybrid or remote working will be considered for the right candidate.
* Closing Date: 28th April
Job Purpose: Support the CEO in achieving Associations strategic objectives to enhance, develop and grow AfPP’s clinical and educational offering.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership for the department, overseeing professional advice, publications, and educational initiatives.
* Provide and oversee clinical, ethical, and professional advice (PAS) based on current best practice to support members and the needs of the business including key stakeholders.
* Identify, develop, and implement a comprehensive content strategy for publications, ensuring high-quality relevant materials.
* Lead a team of experts to deliver expert advice and guidance to members, stakeholders, and the internal team.
* Establish and maintain partnerships with industry experts, educational institutions, and relevant organisations to enhance departmental offerings.
* Drive the development and execution of educational programs, workshops, training sessions, educational resources (including posters, toolkits, information leaflets and video), to meet the needs of members.
* Present educational sessions to AfPP audiences and at external events.
* Oversee relationships with the editor and publishers of the Journal and the IPP Magazine, negotiating contract amendments and reviews.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of departmental initiatives with overall organisational goals.
* Manage the department's budget, allocating resources efficiently to maximise impact.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and advancements to inform the development of timely and accurate content.
* Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
* Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service by maintaining a high standard of quality in all departmental outputs.
* Lead the clinical team with a professional, personable, and collaborative approach.
Knowledge
* Extensive experiential knowledge of current best practice in the perioperative environment.
* Knowledge of practice development and delivery of training and education techniques specific to the perioperative environment.
* A thorough understanding of current issues facing perioperative practitioners and their continued professional development (CPD) requirements, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
* An awareness of the developments and trends in the healthcare environment, particularly the policies impacting perioperative practice.
* Proven experience in assessing training needs, program development, management, and delivery within the healthcare or not for profit sector.
* Knowledge of content strategy, development, and publication processes.
Skills
* Clear, concise interpersonal communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) with an open style that creates trust and credibility.
* Ability to build and maintain meaningful and productive professional working relationships at all levels.
* Ability to work autonomously and within a team to meet business targets, strategic objectives, and standards.
* Effective time management and ability to manage demanding and complex workloads effectively.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team to achieve strategic objectives.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to align departmental goals with organisational objectives.
* Budget management skills and a results-driven approach to achieve operational targets.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant packages.
Behaviors
* Always shows commitment to treating colleagues and customers with respect in line with organisational values.
* Displays a consistent, positive creative and collaborative approach to work.
* Shows credibility, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy at all levels.
* Builds rapport and develops strong internal and external working relationships.
* Maintains credibility as a valuable source of advice with all users of the association’s services.
* Shows a strong willingness to learn, develop, adapt, and accept new challenges in a lead capacity.
* Acts as an ambassador for the Association.
* Adherence to own regulatory bodies code of conduct (HCPC / NMC).
Credentials
* Registered Operating Department Practitioner (RODP) or Registered Nurse (RN) with minimum 5 years clinical experience in the perioperative environment.
* Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or proven track record of commitment to education and training.
* Evidence of regulatory mandatory training and ongoing continued professional development (CPD).
* Proven experience in a leadership role
To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to Sarah Grady, sarah.grady@afpp.org.uk
The Association for Perioperative Practice
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