Job summary
PMO Analyst
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PMO Analyst to join the Centre of Excellence Team within North West Ambulance Service's well established Programme Management Office (PMO).
Our friendly, hard-working department is responsible for effectively and efficiently coordinating the delivery of the Trust's portfolio of projects through three core functions: Project Portfolio Management; Project Delivery; and Centre of Excellence support, assurance, standards and guidance. We work alongside operational and clinical colleagues from across the organisation to implement positive developments for both staff and patients across the North West.
This role is a unique opportunity for someone with experience of working within a project environment, with a particular passion for data analysis, assurance and shaping project and programme management processes. You will support the Project, Programme and Portfolio Managers and their teams in the delivery of projects with a focus on co-ordination, planning, control, reporting, analysis and insights by linking individuals to the information they need to undertake their role. The PMO Analyst will also be responsible for managing and maintaining the PMO project, programme, portfolio management (PPM) tool.
As a PMO Analyst you will have experience in interpreting and analysing complex data methodically, evaluating information and developing recommendations based on the outcomes.
Main duties of the job
You will provide line management to identified members of the Centre of Excellence Team, setting objectives and allocating work in conjunction with the Portfolio Assurance Manager. You will help develop the knowledge, skills and capability of team members. You will also implement training, education, support and coaching in the consistent application of reporting, insights and analysis frameworks, processes, procedures and tools to help projects succeed
The role requires a proactive, enthusiastic and motivated individual who pays particular attention to detail; you will have an excellent understanding and experience of the project lifecycle and the need for project management frameworks. You will possess high level skills in Microsoft office, including Word, Excel, Project, Visio and PowerPoint. You must be a team player, be able to prioritise and manage a diverse workload within tight deadlines, be confident at liaising with stakeholders at all levels and have excellent analytical skills.
Regular travel in your own vehicle may be required across the North West (subject to Agenda for Change terms and conditions) whilst a reduction in unnecessary journeys via the use of technology will be actively encouraged.
NWAS is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all underrepresented groups to ensure our workforce reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
About us
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure that you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.
If you are interested in this post and would like to know more before applying, or would like an informal discussion about the post please contact the Portfolio Assurance Manager, Katie Ridge, on 07871056172.
SJT Live 29/06/2023
Assessment date 05/07/2023
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure that you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.
If you are interested in this post and would like to know more before applying, or would like an informal discussion about the post please contact the Portfolio Assurance Manager, Katie Ridge, on 07871056172.
SJT Live 29/06/2023
Assessment date 05/07/2023
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Ability to pay attention to detail, but be pragmatic - keep the bigger picture in mind.
- Be proactive and use initiative to achieve a successful outcome for all those involved in a timely manner.
- Probe and challenge confidently, in a professional manner.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage with all levels of hierarchy.
- Good verbal and written communication skills including report writing, presentations and specifications.
- Ability to work on own or in a group with minimal direct supervision.
- Excellent IT skills, able to use a wide range of software packages including Visio, Microsoft Project, Powerpoint, Power BI, SharePoint, Excel.
- Excellent organisation skills and leadership skills.
- Ability to keep accurate and complete records consistent with best practice policies and procedures.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills.
- Ability to negotiate, persuade and manage conflict.
- Ability to engage with senior stakeholders to identify needs, breakdown business problems and offer solutions.
- Demonstrable compassionate and inclusive leadership.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Post graduate level qualification or equivalent experience in a project management discipline.
- Working knowledge of project management including governance and assurance, change management and benefit realisation.
Desirable
- BCS Level 4 Diploma in Data Analysis Concepts or equivalent experience in data analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in interpreting and analysing complex data methodically, evaluating information and developing recommendations based on the outcomes.
- Experience of Project Management in a 24/7/365 environment.
- Experience of prioritising workload and working to set time parameters.
- Experience of handling confidential information.
Desirable
- Experience of policy formation and implementing new processes and procedures to improve efficiency in relation to Programme Management Offices.
- Previous experience in NHS environment.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable.
- Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work.
- Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone.
- Highly self-motivated and driven by the desire to improve.
- Pro-active, forward thinking and positive attitude.
- Adaptable and flexible.
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Ability to pay attention to detail, but be pragmatic - keep the bigger picture in mind.
- Be proactive and use initiative to achieve a successful outcome for all those involved in a timely manner.
- Probe and challenge confidently, in a professional manner.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage with all levels of hierarchy.
- Good verbal and written communication skills including report writing, presentations and specifications.
- Ability to work on own or in a group with minimal direct supervision.
- Excellent IT skills, able to use a wide range of software packages including Visio, Microsoft Project, Powerpoint, Power BI, SharePoint, Excel.
- Excellent organisation skills and leadership skills.
- Ability to keep accurate and complete records consistent with best practice policies and procedures.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills.
- Ability to negotiate, persuade and manage conflict.
- Ability to engage with senior stakeholders to identify needs, breakdown business problems and offer solutions.
- Demonstrable compassionate and inclusive leadership.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Post graduate level qualification or equivalent experience in a project management discipline.
- Working knowledge of project management including governance and assurance, change management and benefit realisation.
Desirable
- BCS Level 4 Diploma in Data Analysis Concepts or equivalent experience in data analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in interpreting and analysing complex data methodically, evaluating information and developing recommendations based on the outcomes.
- Experience of Project Management in a 24/7/365 environment.
- Experience of prioritising workload and working to set time parameters.
- Experience of handling confidential information.
Desirable
- Experience of policy formation and implementing new processes and procedures to improve efficiency in relation to Programme Management Offices.
- Previous experience in NHS environment.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable.
- Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work.
- Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone.
- Highly self-motivated and driven by the desire to improve.
- Pro-active, forward thinking and positive attitude.
- Adaptable and flexible.
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).
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