Job summary
Are you adaptable and react positively when things change unexpectedly?
Are you a natural planner and logical thinker?
Are you passionate about delivering the best outcomes for people and communities?
Would you like to be working at the heart of West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership (WY HCP), one of the most exciting Integrated Care Partnerships in the UK?
WY HCP is going through an extraordinary period of change, working in partnership with our 5 local places and across several programmes to support significant transformation. Due to changing roles, evolving portfolio and maternity leave our team is seeking new, dynamic leadership to support the evolution of our team with new thinking and ideas.
You will be part of a team who:
Have a story to tell about how we are making change happen
Capture and celebrate small wins
Use lived experience to create positive change and transformation
Produce effective, transformational and award-winning programmes.
Work proactively and collaboratively with stakeholders
Seek to be innovative and challenge that status quo
Role model productivity while maintaining a positive work life balance
Are flexible and agile working in an ever changing environment
You will need knowledge and experience of programme management techniques, strong leadership qualities and experience of successfully managing stakeholders and resources to deliver organisational change. We value not only educational experience but work and lived experience too.
Main duties of the job
Short,
medium- and long-term operational planning of multiple highly complex change
programmes
Leading,
identifying, developing, and delivering strategic and operational priorities
Coordination
and delivery of multiple highly complex, and sometimes contentious, major
change projects
Identifying
critical relationships conscientiously, with care and through using negotiation
skills, diplomacy and tact, including those that are potentially complex and
politically sensitive
Acting
as a visual focal point and point of escalation for the function, connecting
with colleagues within the function, wider Partnership and external
stakeholders / organisations, always upholding the functions purpose and
vision.
Persuade
boards, senior leaders, clinical teams, decision-makers and stakeholders of the
importance of the function and the compelling case for change
Interpret
national policies and guidance to meet the needs of local people
Hold
fiscal responsibility for several projects / programmes of work, ensuring that
the budget is managed efficiently and sensibly
Develop
a culture that promotes equality and values diversity, comply with all the
requirements of Equality Diversity and Inclusion policies and also actively
promote Equality and Diversity issues relevant to the post
Ensure
the principles of openness, transparency and candour are observed and upheld
Ensure all areas of
the functions work demonstrate value for money and promote excellence
About us
In West Yorkshire we are
passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values
diversity we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values and
behaviours. We know through experience
that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more
creative work environment that delivers patient outcomes. We welcome
applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place that
all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the
recruitment process, including consideration of reasonable adjustments for
people who have a disability
We
are jointly committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working
environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by
all, and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their
abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the
physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff.
We
are an equal opportunities employer. We are a Disability Confident employer and
will interview any disabled candidate who meet the essential criteria for a job
vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As the Head of Long-Term
Conditions & Personalisation you will play an exciting and crucial role in
the operational and strategic delivery of the Long Term Conditions and
Personalisation function. The post holders responsibilities will, first and
foremost, include a leading role over the constituent programmes of the
function including Stroke, Diabetes, Personalised Care, Unpaid Carers and
Palliative and End of Life Care.
As a senior leader in the
function you will hold considerable autonomy in undertaking your duties but
report, take direction from and provide assurance to the Associate Director for
Long Term Conditions and Personalisation. You will equally support,
constructively challenge and act on behalf of the Associate Director, as well
as work alongside the leadership team of the function, supporting them and
their work.
Robust and refined programme
management skills will be critical to managing the portfolio of programmes in a
disciplined manner. This should include the post holder having an eye for
detail, knowledge and ability to implement programme management tools and
approaches, the ability to stay abreast of wide-ranging activity, and a
proficiency in distilling and translating complex information. This will ensure
that programmes are on-track and deliver measurable results for the people of
West Yorkshire and enable the use of a range of information to provide
assurance to senior leaders and various Partnership fora.
As a strategic leadership
role, the Head of Long Term Conditions and Personalisation will hold
responsibility for connecting the function across the Clinical and Professional
Directorate and wider system. In doing so you will promote and strategically
embed the work of the function, work collaboratively with other functions to
support transformation and change initiatives, and develop strong relationships
across Clinical Networks, provider collaboratives and places.
Underlining the role and
range of responsibilities, the post holder will share and embed our commitment
to tackling inequalities, collaborative system working across sectors, and
coproducing with carers and service users throughout all that they do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As the Head of Long-Term
Conditions & Personalisation you will play an exciting and crucial role in
the operational and strategic delivery of the Long Term Conditions and
Personalisation function. The post holders responsibilities will, first and
foremost, include a leading role over the constituent programmes of the
function including Stroke, Diabetes, Personalised Care, Unpaid Carers and
Palliative and End of Life Care.
As a senior leader in the
function you will hold considerable autonomy in undertaking your duties but
report, take direction from and provide assurance to the Associate Director for
Long Term Conditions and Personalisation. You will equally support,
constructively challenge and act on behalf of the Associate Director, as well
as work alongside the leadership team of the function, supporting them and
their work.
Robust and refined programme
management skills will be critical to managing the portfolio of programmes in a
disciplined manner. This should include the post holder having an eye for
detail, knowledge and ability to implement programme management tools and
approaches, the ability to stay abreast of wide-ranging activity, and a
proficiency in distilling and translating complex information. This will ensure
that programmes are on-track and deliver measurable results for the people of
West Yorkshire and enable the use of a range of information to provide
assurance to senior leaders and various Partnership fora.
As a strategic leadership
role, the Head of Long Term Conditions and Personalisation will hold
responsibility for connecting the function across the Clinical and Professional
Directorate and wider system. In doing so you will promote and strategically
embed the work of the function, work collaboratively with other functions to
support transformation and change initiatives, and develop strong relationships
across Clinical Networks, provider collaboratives and places.
Underlining the role and
range of responsibilities, the post holder will share and embed our commitment
to tackling inequalities, collaborative system working across sectors, and
coproducing with carers and service users throughout all that they do.
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- Ability to understand and analyse highly complex issues and data and use it to make difficult decisions
- Ability to translate policy and strategy into deliverable action plans
- The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, listening to others and actively sharing information, including with senior colleagues to provide information, advice and assurance
- Capability to understand and analyse complex issues, drawing on the breadth of data that needs to inform deliberations and decision-making, and the wisdom to ensure that it is used ethically to balance competing priorities and make difficult decisions
- Computer literate with the ability to use a range of systems and office packages
- Ability to take an objective view, seeing issues from all perspectives and especially external and user perspectives
- Ability to effectively develop networks and alliances, building and maintaining relationships by encouraging contribution and working in teams
- Able to develop management reports using a range of information sources and systemsAbility to develop and implement policies and procedures which impact across several organisations in the partnership
- Ability to change plans as necessary following the identification of unexpected issues to delivery
- Experience of managing and developing staff at a senior level
- Proven and significant leadership experience.
- Proven Board level experience of leading and delivering complex change and strategy development programmes in a politically sensitive and complex environment.
- Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
- Experience of managing and prioritising a large budget
Desirable
- The confidence to question information and explanations supplied by others, who may be experts in their field.
- Has the ability to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced, not personal, view, and to engage in constructive debate without being adversarial or losing respect & goodwill.
- Able to effectively develop networks and alliances, building
- and maintaining relationships by encouraging contribution and working in teams.
- Draws upon their personal values, strengths and abilities; showing self-awareness, self-management, commitment to personal development and acting with integrity.
- Able to create a compelling vision for the future by being
- future focused and seeing the bigger picture, setting and articulating the strategic direction of travel.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Further managerial/professional qualification in relevant field to Masters level or equivalent through extensive experience (e.g. Diploma in management studies)
- Membership of relevant clinical / professional bodies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of applying project and programme management methodologies
- Significant experience of leading and managing change
- Significant experience working at senior management level in a large organisation
- Experience delivering major change projects in several organisations
- Significant demonstrable experience applying project and programme management techniques at a senior level
- Demonstrable experience of managing teams of staff and other leaders working to a common goal but on disparate projects and tasks.
- A track record in delivering improvements for patients or the wider public at a senior level
- Excellent understanding of governance, corporate, clinical and integrated with an understanding of corporate governance as a key element.
- Understanding of the ICS reform agenda and associated legislation
- Commissioning expertise in a health and care environment
- Knowledge of the NHS agenda, national priorities, challenges and the reform agenda
- Excellent understanding of health and care and an appreciation of the broad social, political and economic trends influencing them
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or Health and Care Sector
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- Ability to understand and analyse highly complex issues and data and use it to make difficult decisions
- Ability to translate policy and strategy into deliverable action plans
- The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, listening to others and actively sharing information, including with senior colleagues to provide information, advice and assurance
- Capability to understand and analyse complex issues, drawing on the breadth of data that needs to inform deliberations and decision-making, and the wisdom to ensure that it is used ethically to balance competing priorities and make difficult decisions
- Computer literate with the ability to use a range of systems and office packages
- Ability to take an objective view, seeing issues from all perspectives and especially external and user perspectives
- Ability to effectively develop networks and alliances, building and maintaining relationships by encouraging contribution and working in teams
- Able to develop management reports using a range of information sources and systemsAbility to develop and implement policies and procedures which impact across several organisations in the partnership
- Ability to change plans as necessary following the identification of unexpected issues to delivery
- Experience of managing and developing staff at a senior level
- Proven and significant leadership experience.
- Proven Board level experience of leading and delivering complex change and strategy development programmes in a politically sensitive and complex environment.
- Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
- Experience of managing and prioritising a large budget
Desirable
- The confidence to question information and explanations supplied by others, who may be experts in their field.
- Has the ability to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced, not personal, view, and to engage in constructive debate without being adversarial or losing respect & goodwill.
- Able to effectively develop networks and alliances, building
- and maintaining relationships by encouraging contribution and working in teams.
- Draws upon their personal values, strengths and abilities; showing self-awareness, self-management, commitment to personal development and acting with integrity.
- Able to create a compelling vision for the future by being
- future focused and seeing the bigger picture, setting and articulating the strategic direction of travel.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Further managerial/professional qualification in relevant field to Masters level or equivalent through extensive experience (e.g. Diploma in management studies)
- Membership of relevant clinical / professional bodies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of applying project and programme management methodologies
- Significant experience of leading and managing change
- Significant experience working at senior management level in a large organisation
- Experience delivering major change projects in several organisations
- Significant demonstrable experience applying project and programme management techniques at a senior level
- Demonstrable experience of managing teams of staff and other leaders working to a common goal but on disparate projects and tasks.
- A track record in delivering improvements for patients or the wider public at a senior level
- Excellent understanding of governance, corporate, clinical and integrated with an understanding of corporate governance as a key element.
- Understanding of the ICS reform agenda and associated legislation
- Commissioning expertise in a health and care environment
- Knowledge of the NHS agenda, national priorities, challenges and the reform agenda
- Excellent understanding of health and care and an appreciation of the broad social, political and economic trends influencing them
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or Health and Care Sector
