Job summary
The ICT Directorate is responsible for all IT infrastructure and related services at GOSH including IT hardware & software and many clinical and non-clinical IT systems and applications.
The ICT Project Management team are responsible for the implementation and delivery of Programmes and Projects across the Trust which include a significant ICT element. Projects range from in-house technical programmes; solution design and implementation of clinical systems; to ICT design, delivery and commissioning for Redevelopment and Decant/Enabling programmes (working in collaboration with Built Environment and Transformation colleagues).
Alongside complex, high priority/profile programmes of work, there are regular requests for smaller-scale minor works from our service users. The successful applicant will work with stakeholders to scope requirements for these minor projects, clarifying deliverables, and collaborating with ICT technical colleagues to progress requests through to successful implementation.
Main duties of the job
The role is responsible for ongoing management of small projects within the ICT department, planning tasks and managing progress; and providing support to Senior Project Managers as required. The scope of the role is:
- To manage low level projects for new systems and processes defined as part of the technology strategy and to report to the Head of ICT Programmes to ensure the allocated project is on track
- To ensure that all low-level projects are appropriately tracked and followed through
- To manage minor ICT system upgrades if required, liaising with the technical teams and ensuring that appropriate documentation is signed off
- To manage projects using an appropriate recognised methodology (PRINCE2, Agile)
- To manage the lifecycle of allocated projects, including relevant human and financial resources
- To produce regular highlight reports on progress
- To identify risks and issues and take advice from Senior Project Managers & the Head of ICT Programmes on how to manage and mitigate those risks
- Working with the Senior Project Managers, liaise with the organisations project leads and project sponsors
- To ensure project boards are held and to support the project sponsor in meeting the objectives of each project board meeting
- To create and allocate work packages and to escalate any delivery issues to a Senior Project Manager, or the Head of ICT Programmes as necessary
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values | Always welcoming | Always helpful | Always expert | Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of diversity and inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree level qualification, preferably in an IT environment, or equivalent demonstrable experience in a project management role, ideally within the NHS
- Prince 2 Foundation or equivalent qualification or experience (2+ years in managing change projects)
Desirable
- ITIL Foundation or equivalent qualification
- Qualification in programme management methodologies (e.g., MSP)
- Prince 2 Practitioner level qualification or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in a project management or change role, preferably within the NHS or other public sector
- Good knowledge of technology implementation, supporting business operation and controlled change
- Good knowledge of business change techniques, ideally in a healthcare environment.
- Aptitude for sharing knowledge with other ICT and Project Team members
- Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions Openness - shares information and good practice appropriately
- Experience of budgetary / financial management within a project setting
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Desirable
- Strong presentation skills to aid knowledge transfer and to represent the department both within and outside the Trust
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act 2018 (GDPR) and Caldicott Guidelines
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Strong written skills
- Ability to reprioritise work as required
- Highly articulate - particularly able to express technical ideas to a non-technical audience
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Shares information and good practice appropriately
- Ability to effectively track and report on project costs / expenditure
- Ability to communicate to all levels of the organisation and translate complex project issues to a general audience
Desirable
- Strong negotiating and influencing skills
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values | Always welcoming | Always helpful | Always expert | Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of diversity and inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree level qualification, preferably in an IT environment, or equivalent demonstrable experience in a project management role, ideally within the NHS
- Prince 2 Foundation or equivalent qualification or experience (2+ years in managing change projects)
Desirable
- ITIL Foundation or equivalent qualification
- Qualification in programme management methodologies (e.g., MSP)
- Prince 2 Practitioner level qualification or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in a project management or change role, preferably within the NHS or other public sector
- Good knowledge of technology implementation, supporting business operation and controlled change
- Good knowledge of business change techniques, ideally in a healthcare environment.
- Aptitude for sharing knowledge with other ICT and Project Team members
- Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions Openness - shares information and good practice appropriately
- Experience of budgetary / financial management within a project setting
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Desirable
- Strong presentation skills to aid knowledge transfer and to represent the department both within and outside the Trust
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act 2018 (GDPR) and Caldicott Guidelines
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Strong written skills
- Ability to reprioritise work as required
- Highly articulate - particularly able to express technical ideas to a non-technical audience
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Shares information and good practice appropriately
- Ability to effectively track and report on project costs / expenditure
- Ability to communicate to all levels of the organisation and translate complex project issues to a general audience
Desirable
- Strong negotiating and influencing skills
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
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).
