People Systems and Process Test Manager (One Devon People Digital)

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Role Summary

Are you both inspired and inspiring? Both are essential attributes for the post of System and Data Test Manager, where you will make a real difference, and provide leadership to passionate, hard-working teams. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation - host employer for the NHS People Digital Programme - is seeking a knowledgeable, creative, and ambitious individual for this critical management role. Devon has been selected by NHS England to be an exemplar with their People Digital programme and the successful applicant will be sharing their knowledge nationally.

About the Role

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More detail about the role

Devon has been selected by NHS England to be an exemplar with their People Digital programme and the successful applicant will be sharing their knowledge nationally. The benefits of the People Digital programme are myriad:

Scaling will move Devon towards a unified model, at a system level, which takes advantage of common processes, policies, governance, and operating models to deliver a consistent employee experience across the system.

• Digital will give our frontline workers a consumer-grade experience and simplified route to get support from People Services, through the integration of our people digital landscape and the introduction of an automated and intuitive people portal. It will enable us to have a single source of truth for people data, to support reporting and strategic workforce planning.

The post sits within the People Digital Services Data Architecture Team which forms part of the One Devon People Digital Services covering the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, NHS Devon ICB, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Devon Partnership NHS Trust & Livewell Southwest . This post is within the Architecture Team is responsible for delivering a seamless service which supports a single digital front door to People Services across Devon

The People Systems Test Manager will develop and lead the testing requirements for all applications for project/enhancement implementations within the One Devon People Digital Service. This will include ensuring that the agreed functionality provided by suppliers/Product Managers meets the specification provided by Technical Design Authority. The post holder will also work closely with the Technology departments in the planning for the de-commissioning/retirement of legacy/ end of life applications.

As part of the de-commissioning process the post holder will agree with non-clinical staff if data is being migrated or retained. Where data is to be migrated, the post holder will work closely with the relevant roles (internal and external), to agree the requirements of the data migration exercise.

In circumstances where applications are being retained the post holder will work closely with the Interfacing subject matter experts to ensure the agreed / required output is produced. The post holder will also manage their area of the testing, ensuring that all testing is documented and evidenced in line with the People Digital governance.

The post holder will act as an information resource for project team members in respect testing for project delivery and implementation.

The line management responsibility will be to the Data Architect Manager. The post holder will work as part of the delivery team within the One Devon People Digital Programme and will be accountable to Product Managers for the delivery of agreed work packages.

• The creation and development of test strategy, test plans and all associated testing scripts, scenarios, test result capturing, test reporting and resource plans.
  • The creation and development of data migration strategy, data migration plans, data migration test plans, handled exception managing plan, result capturing, reporting and resource planning.
  • Assist with the planning and managing of any required interfacing including the testing, planning, results, and reporting
  • Contribution to the planning and co-ordination of de-commissioning of workforce applications as a result of implementation of new applications under the One Devon People Digital Programme
  • Development of an action plan for all applications addressing data retention, data access and data migration issues.
  • Work with internal and external Data Migration subject matter experts to ensure that data that is required to be migrated is successfully migrated.
  • Advise and inform the project of any issues arising from the review.
  • Risk management in relation to subject matter area and contribution to the management of risks and issues managed by the Project Manager/Project Support
  • Work with our suppliers to develop workarounds needed to meet local functionality requirements.
  • Ensuring the completion of agreed project work packages with the appropriate Project Manager.
  • Engage with HR, administrative and Information Governance staff around the retention and availability of historical data.
  • Work within, promote and adhere to existing Change Management policies

  Work within, promote and adhere to the One Devon People Digital governance structure, processes and policies

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday - Flexible. Please note the working location is remote - Flexible.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Aaron Werner, Software Consultant on aaron.werner@nhs.net.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.