Project Manager
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If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Central Integrated Health Community (IHC) within its newly established Improvement Project Team for two experienced Project Managers to work alongside the Central IHC Management Team on our Planned Care and Urgent and Emergency Care Improvement Programmes. Initially based within Glan Clwyd Hospital the post holders will report to the Programme Manager for Improvement.
Main duties of the job
You will have an understanding of working with corporate functions and have a drive and tenacity to initiate and deliver on projects and high profile initiatives. Experience of managing complex projects reflective of local and National strategic priorities, focused on innovative pathways and new ways of working which span across BCUHB health divisions as well as other organisational boundaries is essential.
This role will demand excellent people skills, an innovative mind, a can-do attitude and a strong will to work as part of a team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English
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.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential criteria
- Educated to Post Graduate diploma level / equivalent level of work experience and knowledge
- ILM Management level 4, or equivalent qualification/ level of work experience and knowledge. Willingness to complete within 2 years if not held.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- PRINCE2 Practitioner, similar qualification or equivalent level of work experience and knowledge
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant experience of working in an NHS/social care or voluntary sector setting
- Experience of managing successful change across professional boundaries
- Participation in significant change management projects and process re- engineering
- Experience of monitoring budget control, contract negotiation, procurement and financial procedures
- Demonstrable success in building, leading, motivating, managing and developing teams.
- Proven ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
- Problem identification and solving
Desirable criteria
- Proven ability to successfully manage complex/ significant projects
- Experience of working within a project structure, and managing complex change within.
- Experience of Systems Thinking methodologies
- Experience of Lean methodologies
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise / prioritise own workload and that of the team to operate effectively
- Proven ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a manner which is clear, fluent and persuasive
- Able to interpret national policies and guidance as appropriate to their projects.
- Proven ability to analyse and appropriately present complex information so that it is easy to understand
- Proven ability to influence, persuade and negotiate with staff at all levels
- Ability to empower, coach and support staff.
- Conflict resolution skills
- Sound organisation, decision making, planning and refereeing skills
- A wide range of ICT skills
- Ability to travel
Desirable criteria
- Spoken or written Welsh language
- Leadership / motivational skills
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Lateral Thinker
- Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of the organisation and able and willing to share information.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet all aspects of the work
- Leadership qualities and able to motivate others
- Time Management skills
- Completer finisher and Chair
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Current knowledge project management and it's applicantion
- Current knowledge of relevant local and national strategies
- Knowledge of project methodology
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
- JD & PS - CYM ( PDF , 624.5 KB )
- JD & PS - English ( PDF , 440.6 KB )
- Guidance Notes for Applicants October 2020 ( PDF , 624.8 KB )
- Values and Proud to Lead ( PDF , 335.6 KB )
- NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice ( PDF , 594.7 KB )
- NHS North Wales - The Right Choice ( PDF , 3.6 MB )
- Welsh Language Matrix ( PDF , 134.3 KB )