Project Support Manager

Public Health Wales

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Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 18 MONTHS DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Project Support Manager to support both Project and Programme Managers within the National Imaging Programme by managing elements of specific projects as delegated. The postholder will support the delivery of the 3-5-year vision for Imaging Services across Wales in line with the Statement of Intent for Imaging 2018 and the NHS Wales Diagnostic Transformation Strategy.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have excellent communication and organisation skills and the ability to work as part of a team. In addition, they will have had experience of administering projects and programmes. Experience of working in the NHS may be advantageous.

The successful candidate will work as part of a small but growing team based in the NHS Wales Executive offices in River House, Gwaelod-y-Garth, Cardiff, however currently home working is available.

About us

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/

For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/

Date posted

19 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,834 to £35,099 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

028-AC086-0324

Job locations

River House

Ynys Bridge Court, Gwaelod y Garth

Cardiff

CF15 9SS

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Desirable

Project Management Qualification such as Prince 2

Skills and Attributes

Essential

Able to plan and prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities

Desirable

Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications

Experience

Essential

Experience of administering projects and programmes

Desirable

Experience of working in NHS environment

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Desirable

Project Management Qualification such as Prince 2

Skills and Attributes

Essential

Able to plan and prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities

Desirable

Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications

Experience

Essential

Experience of administering projects and programmes

Desirable

Experience of working in NHS environment

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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