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Improvement Programme Officer

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NHS

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Cambridge

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong project management skills, business acumen, excellent organizational abilities, effective communication, and a proactive attitude to lead and support improvement programmes.
  • You will manage projects, facilitate working groups, develop business cases, document progress, engage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

  • Strong project management experience with the ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects in alignment with organisational goals.
  • A deep understanding of project/programme management principles, with the ability to apply appropriate methodologies to meet objectives.
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to consolidate and document the fundamental components of projects/programmes, including scope, resources, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
  • Proficiency in facilitating working groups, managing risks and issues, and contributing proactively to solutions.
  • Strong business acumen, including experience in developing business cases and managing team business plans.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing project advice and coordinating efforts to meet NHS statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to work autonomously while supporting broader team goals.
  • Leading and facilitating a range of projects within a structured programme, ensuring effective planning, resource allocation, and mitigation of risks and issues.
  • Consolidating project/programme documentation, including goals, scope, resources, risks, opportunities, and deliverables, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
  • Supporting the creation and coordination of business cases to ensure alignment with programme goals.
  • Managing the team’s business support functions, including developing and tracking business plans, managing risks, and reporting on progress.
  • Engaging with relevant working groups, providing project support and expertise where needed, and ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Investigating variances from project plans and contributing proactively to implementing solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Strong project management experience with the ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects in alignment with organisational goals.
  • A deep understanding of project/programme management principles, with the ability to apply appropriate methodologies to meet objectives.
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to consolidate and document the fundamental components of projects/programmes, including scope, resources, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
  • Proficiency in facilitating working groups, managing risks and issues, and contributing proactively to solutions.
  • Strong business acumen, including experience in developing business cases and managing team business plans.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing project advice and coordinating efforts to meet NHS statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to work autonomously while supporting broader team goals.
  • Leading and facilitating a range of projects within a structured programme, ensuring effective planning, resource allocation, and mitigation of risks and issues.
  • Consolidating project/programme documentation, including goals, scope, resources, risks, opportunities, and deliverables, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
  • Supporting the creation and coordination of business cases to ensure alignment with programme goals.
  • Managing the team’s business support functions, including developing and tracking business plans, managing risks, and reporting on progress.
  • Engaging with relevant working groups, providing project support and expertise where needed, and ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Investigating variances from project plans and contributing proactively to implementing solutions.

FAQs

What role will the Improvement Programme Officer play in the Elective Care Improvement Programme?

The Improvement Programme Officer will play a crucial part in ensuring the successful planning and delivery of key programmes and projects within the Elective Care Improvement Programme Operations and Business Support team.

What project management experience is required for this position?

Candidates must have strong project management experience, with the ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects in alignment with organisational goals.

Is prior knowledge of national and regional elective care priorities required?

A good working knowledge of national and regional elective care priorities, including relevant national programmes, is desirable but not mandatory.

How important are communication skills for this role?

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the role involves engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including national teams, regional Directorates, ICBs, Trusts, clinicians, and operational leads.

Will the Improvement Programme Officer need to work independently?

Yes, candidates should have a proactive and self-motivated attitude with the capacity to work autonomously while supporting broader team goals.

Are there specific methodologies that the Improvement Programme Officer needs to apply?

Yes, candidates should have a deep understanding of project/programme management principles and the ability to apply appropriate methodologies to meet objectives.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Improvement Programme Officer?

Responsibilities include leading projects, consolidating project documentation, managing risks, engaging with working groups, and supporting the creation of business cases.

What types of business support functions will the officer manage?

The officer will manage functions such as developing and tracking business plans, managing risks, and reporting on progress.

What is the expected office attendance for this position?

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Is sponsorship available for candidates outside the NHS?

Yes, NHS England holds a Sponsor Licence and may be able to sponsor candidates from outside the NHS, provided Home Office requirements are met.

What salary range can candidates expect for this role?

Candidates will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band, and to qualify for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route, they’ll need to be paid at least £38,700 per year or the ‘going rate’ for the job, whichever is higher.

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NHS

We lead and support the NHS in England to deliver improved care for patients.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

NHS England is the national health service of England, responsible for overseeing the delivery of healthcare services and improving the health and well-being of the population. Their focus is on ensuring high-quality, accessible, and equitable healthcare for all individuals in England. NHS England works collaboratively with healthcare providers, professionals, and stakeholders to shape and implement policies, strategies, and initiatives that promote better health outcomes and address the healthcare needs of the population. They aim to continuously improve the healthcare system, enhance patient experiences, and support the delivery of efficient and effective healthcare services across the country.