NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Head of Digital Programmes

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Job summary

An exciting career opportunity has arisen for a Head of Digital Programmes to support and lead our Digital and Data team at the Integrated Care Board. Inspired by by the digital revolution in the wake of COVID we are embarking on developing our 'Digital and Data Journey', making this a great time for you to consider joining the team at the UK's second city.

The Digital and Data teams include many passionate, highly skilled, professional and experienced colleagues who put people at the heart of everything we do. We are ambitious and want to continuously improve, that supports improved patient outcomes in providing high quality support to primary care, and we want someone who shares that sense of ambition and energy to deliver the change.

Working with the Chief Information Officer for primary care, you will co-ordinate the, planning and delivery of an effective digital and information technology service. As part of the Senior collective leadership team develop the digital and data framework, leading, coordinating and directing the service to provide innovation and successful delivery of the strategy.

Main duties of the job

This role reflects the organisation's broad and varied programme and governance needs and the varying levels of responsibility and accountability. The role is involved in the effective planning, co-ordination and delivery of complex strategies, activities and projects and may involve clerical or administrative support, developing and implementing policy and processes, or providing specialist, expert advice and support. There will be a requirement for the individual to deputise for the overall ICB digital lead.

The Post holder will be responsible for leading a defined set of interdependent projects and the associated business change activities. Responsible for the successful delivery of the required outcomes, including governance and assurance, monitoring, risk management and ensuring the business is ready for change. Post holder will be expected to participate in senior on call arrangements as part of a rota within the ICB.

About us

NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB is part of the Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care System. Our partnership represents a dynamic and diverse place at the centre of the nation. Birmingham, a vibrant city, the most youthful core city in Europe; the UK's second biggest metro economy. Partnered with Solihull borough, a leading driver of economic growth in the region; ranked one of the best places to live in the country, with a green, high quality environment. Together, greater than the sum of our parts, learn more about our organisation here: https://www.birminghamsolihull.icb.nhs.uk/

Details

Date posted

26 October 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£67,064 to £77,274 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

529-4675986

Job locations

Wesleyan

First Floor, Wesleyan, Colmore Circus Queensway

Birmingham

B4 6AR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please the attached detailed job description they key elements of the role will include:

- Representing the ICB in a range of local and national meetings

- Deputising for the Chief Information Officer

- Supporting the interpretation or strategy and policy and supporting implementation

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please the attached detailed job description they key elements of the role will include:

- Representing the ICB in a range of local and national meetings

- Deputising for the Chief Information Officer

- Supporting the interpretation or strategy and policy and supporting implementation

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Educated to relevant Masters Degree level or equivalent experience
  • Significant management experience in a senior role including staff management.
  • Experience of successfully leading and implementing projects / programmes at a national level.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and analysis effectively to different organisations and audiences; including formal presentations e.g. Board level
  • To present and showcase achievements and progress of the programme
  • Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organisation.

Desirable

  • Working towards or holding up to date Technology accreditations (e.g. FEDIP, CHIME). Registered BCS professional member.
  • Ability to overcome barriers associated with conveying highly complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Educated to relevant Masters Degree level or equivalent experience
  • Significant management experience in a senior role including staff management.
  • Experience of successfully leading and implementing projects / programmes at a national level.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and analysis effectively to different organisations and audiences; including formal presentations e.g. Board level
  • To present and showcase achievements and progress of the programme
  • Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organisation.

Desirable

  • Working towards or holding up to date Technology accreditations (e.g. FEDIP, CHIME). Registered BCS professional member.
  • Ability to overcome barriers associated with conveying highly complex technical information to a non-technical audience.

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).

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.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Address

Wesleyan

First Floor, Wesleyan, Colmore Circus Queensway

Birmingham

B4 6AR


Employer's website

https://www.birminghamsolihull.icb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Address

Wesleyan

First Floor, Wesleyan, Colmore Circus Queensway

Birmingham

B4 6AR


Employer's website

https://www.birminghamsolihull.icb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief Information Officer

Ciaron Hoye

ciaron.hoye@nhs.net

07875013044

Details

Date posted

26 October 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£67,064 to £77,274 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

529-4675986

Job locations

Wesleyan

First Floor, Wesleyan, Colmore Circus Queensway

Birmingham

B4 6AR


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