Job summary
The University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of an exciting portfolio of primary care cancer improvement projects, helping to improve cancer outcomes for the population of North Central London.
The role sits within the North Central London Cancer Alliance (NCLCA). It is a collaboration of NHS organisations and other partners, hosted by UCLH. We work to promote earlier diagnosis, optimise pathways, reduce variation, provide personalised support for patients and build service resilience. Patients and carers are at the heart of everything we do.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Alliance at a time of significant transformation across cancer services. Working closely with the Programme Lead, clinical leaders and partners across the NHS, Integrated Care Board and primary care, you will lead complex projects that improve cancer diagnosis, screening, education and service delivery.
We are looking for an experienced project manager with excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You will be able to manage multiple priorities, build effective relationships across organisations and use data and evidence to support service improvement and innovation.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Primary Care Programme within the North Central London Cancer Alliance, you will lead and deliver complex projects that support the implementation of the NCL Primary Care Cancer Strategy and wider Cancer Alliance priorities.
The main duties include:o Leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of NCL-wide primary care cancer improvement projects.o Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clinicians, primary care networks, Integrated Care Board colleagues and other partner organisations.o Managing project plans, risks, milestones, budgets and reporting arrangements to ensure successful delivery.o Supporting improvements in cancer screening, early diagnosis, learning and development, and the use of data and analytics within primary care.o Facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration and service improvement across organisational boundaries.o Producing high-quality reports, presentations and project documentation for a range of internal and external stakeholders.o Supporting clinical teams to implement evidence-based improvements that reduce variation and improve patient outcomes.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The Senior Project Manager will work closely with the Programme Lead and clinical and managerial colleagues to develop and deliver the North Central London Primary Care Cancer Programme. The post holder will lead complex improvement projects that support earlier diagnosis, improved cancer screening, enhanced education programmes, greater use of data and analytics, and stronger engagement with primary care across North Central London.
The role involves planning and managing multiple projects simultaneously, developing detailed project plans, monitoring delivery against agreed objectives, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
The post holder will work collaboratively with clinicians, primary care networks, Integrated Care Board colleagues, NHS Trusts, local authorities and other partners to design and implement service improvements that reduce variation, improve patient outcomes and support delivery of national and local cancer priorities.
Responsibilities include facilitating service redesign, supporting quality improvement initiatives, developing stakeholder engagement strategies, producing reports and presentations for a range of audiences, managing communications across programmes, supporting public and patient involvement, promoting education and training initiatives, and ensuring robust governance arrangements are maintained.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- High standard of written and spoken English
- Degree or equivalent (or able to demonstrate significant equivalent experience
- Project management qualification or significant experience equivalent to a Masters level
- Knowledge and understanding of a range of issues in cancer care / services
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS, its structures, processes and targets
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of cancer pathways, and/or primary care
- Knowledge and experience of project management tools (such as PRINCE 2 or MSP)
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of running large scale projects/ programmes in a large, complex organisation or network/system
- Successful record of managing and implementing substantial service transformation and organisational change projects
- Experience of effective financial management
- Significant experience of working closely with stakeholders to inform and implement initiatives.
- Proven success in business planning and in the development and effective implementation of strategic plans
Desirable
- Experience of working with partners and stakeholders to deliver sensitive changes to services
- Experience of management within the NHS
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Highly skilled in multidisciplinary working, with the ability to forge effective working relationships with multiple and diverse stakeholders
- Project management skills, with a track record of successful delivery
- Excellent communication skills, including negotiation and influencing
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks within agreed time scales
- Record of successful line management, and team leadership desirable
- A sound understanding of the issues affecting patients with cancer, and the ability to engage them effectively
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to quality with an innovative mindset and a solutions-focused approach
Other Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to professional development of self and others
- A clear understanding of and commitment to the UCLH Trust values
- Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of current thinking and policy affecting health and public sector
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
38 Warren Street
London
W1T 6AD
United Kingdom
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