Job overview
The Trust is embarking on the next phase of its exciting transformation journey having recently agreed its long term strategy "Delivering Excellence".
To support delivery of this strategy the Trust has created a Transformation Support Office (TSO) within the Strategy, Planning and Performance Directorate to drive forward delivery of the key projects and programmes required to make our vision a reality.
Main duties of the job
This post represents exciting and unique opportunities to work, not only within one of only two 'All Wales' NHS Trusts, but also to support and gain exposure to key projects across the length and breadth of the organisation- from front line operational projects to vital corporate support service projects.
In return you will be able to offer us your experience and knowledge of what great project management looks like and support us in ensuring the organisations key projects are given the maximum chance of success.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust’s Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
This role and is ideally suited to an ambitious and enthusiastic individual with a background in planning and project management with experience delivering complex organisational change within the NHS.
Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Degree or equivalent professional / managerial qualification.
* Experience of project management or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of continued professional development / further training.
* Evidence of experience in managing large complex projects.
* Microsoft Office trained.
* Developing documents (eg reports).
* Developing performance indicators.
* Information governance and security guidance.
* Working knowledge of 3ES business.
* Experience of designing, implementing and managing projects.
* Management of budgets
* Solid understanding and appreciation of finances and risk, issue and dependency management and benefits realisation.
* Successful introduction of management methodologies to teams and individuals.
* Effective management of resources.
* Methodical, analytical problem solving skills.
* Excellent overall management and organisational skills.
* Effective leadership and communication skills with experience in motivating, managing and developing effective teams.
* Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams at varying levels of seniority and a commitment / proven experience of partnership working.
* Evidence of ability to contribute to strategy implementation across the organisations.
* Experience of Policy development.
* Ability to interpret legislation and national guidance.
Desirable criteria
* Educated to Masters MSc.
* Prince 2 registered practitioner or similar.
* Developing business cases / strategic documents.
* Knowledge of Emergency Service structures and processes.
* Ability to work across directorates/services to understanding operational and corporate needs and requirements.
Values
Essential criteria
* Be able to demonstrate the Trust values and behaviours.
Other
Essential criteria
* Be flexible during times of change.
* Be able to work on VDU for considerable periods.
* Full UK Driving License.