Job summary
This position offers the
opportunity to make a meaningful impact across diverse sectors and initiatives
focused on enhancing health outcomes and addressing inequalities in the Suffolk
and North East Essex region. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate
strategic vision, strong communication skills, and the ability to cultivate
collaboration among a range of stakeholders.
The emphasis on partnership working and the ability
to think creatively and innovatively underscores the dynamic nature of the
role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive meaningful
change by leveraging the collective expertise and resources of anchor
institutions and engaging with the voices and needs of local communities.
Overall, this role presents a unique opportunity for
someone passionate about improving health outcomes and addressing inequalities
through collaborative, systemic approaches. It requires a motivated, organised,
and adaptable individual who is committed to making a tangible difference in
the lives of individuals and communities across Suffolk and North East Essex.
Please note, due to the ongoing cost reduction programme and restructure underway at SNEE ICB (due to end in Summer 2024), prior consideration for this role may be given to existing staff who are affected by this programme and this role may be removed from the recruitment process at any time.
Main duties of the job
The post holder, supported by the Population Education, Training & Employment Lead will be responsible for supporting the planning, delivery and ongoing monitoring of all tasks required to support the delivery and ongoing development of the system Workforce Strategy. Work is underway within the Suffolk & North East Essex ICS Alliances to prepare the local area and population to maximise this incredible opportunity, promoting job opportunities as well as wider investment within the area.
- Assist and actively engage with the Lead in developing and implementing the strategic framework, in collaboration with partners, to facilitate the progression of Education, Training, and Employment initiatives.
- Compile reports and updates as needed for the Lead to present to the Programme Board, including recommendations for resource allocation for short, medium, and long-term projects.
- Actively work in partnership with NHSE and all partners of ICS SNEE Alliance supporting the Lead to break down organisational barriers.
- Participate actively in the different workstreams across the program to ensure that critical dependencies are aligned, and to monitor and address any challenges that may arise to keep program-level milestones on track.
About us
The NHS Suffolk and North East Essex ICB plan and buy healthcare services for over one million people. Working within a total budget of £1.5bn per year, we serve some of the poorest and wealthiest communities in the UK.
In addition to consolidating our own resources and expertise, we are also building powerful alliances with our partners in the local government, healthcare, community and voluntary sectors. Because we know that together, we can achieve the best possible health outcomes.
We are committed to providing a supportive work environment where employees are able to work to the best their abilities. We value professional development and care about health and wellbeing of our staff with many initiatives in place to make us an employer of choice and an organisation that employees are proud to be part of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification are
an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role.
The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by
their line manager.
The job description and person specification may
be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the
Department and the Organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification are
an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role.
The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by
their line manager.
The job description and person specification may
be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the
Department and the Organisation.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Evidence of continuous development.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training courses.
- Experience of co-ordinating and participating in recruitment events.
- Experience of writing recruitment and wellbeing content.
- Experience and sound understanding of project management methodologies.
- Experience of utilising analytics to drive improvements.
- Knowledge of current NHS policy, and People Plan.
- Knowledge and understanding of workforce trends and behaviours.
- Experience of working with externally commissioned agencies and system providers.
- An understanding and commitment to improving patient care through effective workforce management.
- Experience of working with and influencing a range of stakeholders, including senior leaders.
- Experience of producing management information reports.
- Experience of project implementation and monitoring ongoing projects.
- Experience of understanding or managing finance systems e.g. budget monitoring.
- Experience of working with members of staff at all levels and external stake holders in both an advisory and influencing capacity.
- Demonstrable skills in transferring the workforce strategy into a delivery plan.
- An understanding of good governance
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or Primary Care.
Autonomy
Essential
- Able to use initiative to decide relevant actions and make recommendations to Sponsor/ Manager, with the aim of improving deliverables.
- Ability to make decisions autonomously, when required, working to tight and often changing timescales.
- Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Able to develop credibility with a wide range of stakeholders including senior staff within multiple organisations.
- Advanced IT skills (MS Office)
- Self-awareness and understanding of impact on others.
- Able to write clear and concise proposals, reports and other documents to a high quality.
- Good interpersonal communication and time management skills
- A skilled negotiator able to deploy tact and diplomacy to achieve objectives.
- Ability to represent the directorate on external groups to influence and shape decisions and policy.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
- Used to working in a busy Environment.
- Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions.
- Good time keeping.
-
- Flexible approach to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Evidence of continuous development.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training courses.
- Experience of co-ordinating and participating in recruitment events.
- Experience of writing recruitment and wellbeing content.
- Experience and sound understanding of project management methodologies.
- Experience of utilising analytics to drive improvements.
- Knowledge of current NHS policy, and People Plan.
- Knowledge and understanding of workforce trends and behaviours.
- Experience of working with externally commissioned agencies and system providers.
- An understanding and commitment to improving patient care through effective workforce management.
- Experience of working with and influencing a range of stakeholders, including senior leaders.
- Experience of producing management information reports.
- Experience of project implementation and monitoring ongoing projects.
- Experience of understanding or managing finance systems e.g. budget monitoring.
- Experience of working with members of staff at all levels and external stake holders in both an advisory and influencing capacity.
- Demonstrable skills in transferring the workforce strategy into a delivery plan.
- An understanding of good governance
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or Primary Care.
Autonomy
Essential
- Able to use initiative to decide relevant actions and make recommendations to Sponsor/ Manager, with the aim of improving deliverables.
- Ability to make decisions autonomously, when required, working to tight and often changing timescales.
- Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Able to develop credibility with a wide range of stakeholders including senior staff within multiple organisations.
- Advanced IT skills (MS Office)
- Self-awareness and understanding of impact on others.
- Able to write clear and concise proposals, reports and other documents to a high quality.
- Good interpersonal communication and time management skills
- A skilled negotiator able to deploy tact and diplomacy to achieve objectives.
- Ability to represent the directorate on external groups to influence and shape decisions and policy.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
- Used to working in a busy Environment.
- Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions.
- Good time keeping.
-
- Flexible approach to work.
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.
