Job summary
Velindre Cancer Centre is a division of the Trust, and one of the leading non-surgical oncology centres in the United Kingdom. The challenge is to go further and achieve the quality of services, patient experience and clinical outcomes that are comparable with the best in Europe and the western world. In support of this ambition, the Trust has facilitated the Transforming Cancer Services Programme, which sets out a compelling vision for excellence in South East Wales. Working closely with Welsh Government and Local Health Boards, the programme will consist of a number of projects which include the development of a new cancer centre in Cardiff, a Radiotherapy Satellite Centre in Abergavenny and the reconfiguration of outreach services. Knowledge of the Mutual Investment Model (MIM) is desirable for this role.
The role is offered as a 36 months secondment or fixed term appointment which could be extended depending on Welsh Government Funding. The successful applicant will need to establish credibility with a wide range of stakeholders and have the required knowledge and performance skills to fulfil the duties and responsibilities outlined within the Job Description.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills;
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate sound judgement in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a professional climate is maintained throughout;
- Applicants must have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Project software and be able to maximise the use of technology in making the project run smoothly and efficiently;
- The successful applicant will be required to ensure that the Trust is prepared for the design completion, construction and transition & commissioning phases and any assurance reviews/gateways that will be required;
- The post holder will be expected to set up meetings and attend events e.g. Patient User Group meetings, working alongside other workstream leads.
- The post holder will be proficient in the use of Asite the projects document repository for sharing and receiving documentation from Project Co, ensuring accuracy and security at all times;
- The post holder will assist the Project Managers, Senior Project Managers and Principal Project Manager with workstream monitoring and reporting;
- The postholder will support and co-ordinate the status reporting of projects and workstreams through the relevant governance channels ;
- The postholder will support the Risk & Issues champion to actively manage and report against the projects risks and issues;
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job 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
Job description
Job 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
- Good level of educational attainment to degree level or equivalent experience
- Prince 2 training (formal or informal, or willing to work towards attainment)
- Evidence of further development - diploma or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering projects
- Good knowledge of computer skills and of Microsoft Office Suite, Project with the ability to master new applications
- Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling projects, e.g. PRINCE 2
- Experience of working with Oracle system for the procuring of stationery
Desirable
- Experience and understanding of information management and technology issues within the healthcare environment
- Experience and understanding of change and configuration management, and information management and technology issues within the within the project environment
- Knowledge of the Mutual Investment Model (MIM)
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills and the ability to identify priorities
- Possess good written and oral communications skills
- Good report drafting skills and minute taking
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Project Team , stakeholders and third party service providers involved in the delivery of the projects
- Capable of understanding the wider objectives of the Project
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Responsive to changing environments
- Open to continual development
- Ability to work in a team, to work to deadlines and on own initiative
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic person
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of educational attainment to degree level or equivalent experience
- Prince 2 training (formal or informal, or willing to work towards attainment)
- Evidence of further development - diploma or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering projects
- Good knowledge of computer skills and of Microsoft Office Suite, Project with the ability to master new applications
- Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling projects, e.g. PRINCE 2
- Experience of working with Oracle system for the procuring of stationery
Desirable
- Experience and understanding of information management and technology issues within the healthcare environment
- Experience and understanding of change and configuration management, and information management and technology issues within the within the project environment
- Knowledge of the Mutual Investment Model (MIM)
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills and the ability to identify priorities
- Possess good written and oral communications skills
- Good report drafting skills and minute taking
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Project Team , stakeholders and third party service providers involved in the delivery of the projects
- Capable of understanding the wider objectives of the Project
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Responsive to changing environments
- Open to continual development
- Ability to work in a team, to work to deadlines and on own initiative
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic person
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
