Logo of Huzzle

Home

Matches

Explore

Manage

Find 50,000+ jobs, internships & events from 6,000+ top companies on Huzzle using AI

Project lead

image

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, Prince2 qualification, project management expertise, strong communication skills, and experience with MS tools. Must adapt information systems and demonstrate leadership.
  • You will lead project meetings, monitor progress, communicate complex issues, generate reports, liaise with management, and mentor junior staff in project management and communication skills.

Requirements

  • Degree or Technical qualification which incorporates systems management to degree level or significant proven experience of successful project management
  • Prince2 Foundation or equivalent project management qualification
  • Evidence of expertise within a specialism
  • A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to the relevant service area
  • Ability to work with sensitive information and approach issues diplomatically
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and use initiative and judgement in decision making
  • Post-graduate or Management qualification, plus Degree or in-depth theoretical study of a broad range of techniques/processes relating to the specialist area.
  • Prince2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification
  • A full understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to the relevant service area
  • Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices, requiring expertise within a specialism, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or equivalent experience
  • Experience in adapting/designing information systems
  • Experience of using a range of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Proven experience of building effective working relationships
  • Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience
  • Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the specialist service area
  • Evidence of development of specialist practice and able to demonstrate the impact of this on service change/development
  • Experience of MS Project and MS Visio
  • Evidence of effective inter-personal communication skills
  • Evidence of good time management skills
  • Able to plan and prioritise effectively
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to motivate others
  • Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
  • Ability to effectively commute between various Trust sites and around the wider geographical region

Responsibilities

  • To assist the project sponsor in the overall project design and implementation phases.
  • To arrange and lead relevant meetings at various stages throughout the project, both internally and the wider Integrated Care System where required.
  • To monitor project progress ensuring timelines are met and risks and mitigating actions identified and escalated where appropriate.
  • To lead and present complex, sensitive and challenging professional communication processes that may impact on staff, the team, the organisation, partner agencies, and carers, where there are barriers to understanding.
  • To demonstrate a sound level of inter-personal skills when providing information of a non-clinical nature to staff, carers, public/external agencies, maintaining the Trust standards of customer care.
  • In conjunction with service leads generate monthly reports, or more frequent if required, to provide progress updates to the Service Planning and Transformation Group.
  • To regularly liaise with senior managers on performance.
  • To support less experienced staff in the development of their project management and communication skills.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Project Lead?

The main responsibilities include assisting the project sponsor in project design and implementation, leading meetings, monitoring project progress, communicating complex information, generating reports, liaising with senior managers, and supporting less experienced staff.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree or technical qualification incorporating systems management, a Prince2 Foundation or equivalent project management qualification, and evidence of expertise within a specialism are required.

Is experience in project management essential for this role?

Yes, proven experience of successful project management and an understanding of work procedures and practices are essential.

What skills are necessary for a Project Lead?

Essential skills include effective inter-personal communication, time management, planning and prioritizing, the ability to motivate others, and the ability to commute between various Trust sites.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the organization?

Yes, the organization is committed to staff development and offers various opportunities for professional growth.

Is there a preference for certain software experience?

Yes, experience with Microsoft packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is essential, while knowledge of MS Project and MS Visio is desirable.

What type of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a forward-thinking and dynamic work environment that values staff contributions and prioritizes customer care.

Are there any specific characteristics desired in a candidate?

Candidates should demonstrate ethical values, the ability to work effectively in a team, and a commitment to equality and diversity.

Can we discuss flexible working arrangements?

Yes, if the advertised work pattern does not meet your needs, you are encouraged to apply and discuss alternative working arrangements.

What sort of support does the organization provide for staff well-being?

The organization offers health and well-being support, as well as a range of benefits that go above and beyond standard offerings, including an enhanced leave package.

image

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Caring, Learning & Growing Together.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of mental health, learning disability, community and addictions services to people from Hull and the East Riding, a population of almost 600,000. The Trust also provide forensic services to patients from the wider Yorkshire and Humber area and employs approximately 3000 staff in locations across 70 sites. As a Teaching Trust, we work closely with our major academic partners, Hull York Medical School and Hull University, nurturing a workforce of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals.