Programme and Portfolio Manager

Job summary

In this role, you will shape data-driven intelligence and action within NHS Blood and Transplant, developing data literacy, capability, and career paths throughout the organisation, and bringing siloed data together, and transforming and linking them to bring new, timely insights to inform improvements across NHSBT. This will benefit our staff as well as our blood, tissue, stem cell and organ donors and patients, and their families. You will collaborate closely with the Programme Director, SRO, the Data Transformation Programme Board and the wider Data Transformation Team. You will have a proven track record in managing end-to-end projects, leading, and effectively communicating with leadership to drive strategic agendas. You will have an innovative, problem-solving approach. Experience, understanding and interest in data initiatives will be advantageous. You will build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and, by being part of a passionate, enthusiastic, supportive, and high performing team, you will contribute to life-saving work. You can expect daily challenges, from crafting strategic delivery plans with senior stakeholders to visiting teams ready for impactful changes. Every day promises diversity and excitement.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible for delivery of large-scale change Programmes within NHSBT, the first of which is the 5-year Data Transformation Programme. Your responsibilities will include: Providing leadership support to Programme Director and guide programme development. Assuring project and programme products, monitor milestones, budgets, and outcomes. Develop and maintain realistic programme delivery plans, reporting to SRO and Programme Board. The SRO is normally an NHSBT Executive Director Manage stakeholder communications, including SRO, Business Leads, and Delivery Leads. Lead project managers to ensure successful project delivery and compliance. Communicate service-related information to decision makers and project teams. Develop and manage partnerships with external suppliers. Contributing to the enhancement of NHSBT project management tools and methods. You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever