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Job description

(On Application, please provide a detailed cover letter outlining where you meet the essential criteria) The post holder will be responsible for leading and managing the development of key projects and business cases within NIAS including all stages from initial concept to business case development and approval through to leading project management & implementation working with clinical and operational teams and external stakeholders. The post holder will be required to develop networks and relationships, working with the relevant key stakeholders within NIAS, HSC and other external organisations linked to specific projects. This is an important role influencing service delivery, policy development and organisational change through Key projects based on the analysis and research of current and future organisational requirements, taking into account wider HSC policy initiatives, strategic service development and advancement of technologies.

Responsibilities

• Developing business cases for keys projects including those exceeding NIAS delegated limits of £1.5m to the standards as set out by The Northern Ireland Guide to Expenditure Appraisal and Evaluation (NIGEAE) for external approval by DOH and DOF
• Developing business cases by conducting suitable in-depth research using various methodologies (desktop research, questionnaires, surveys, interviews and workshops) to assess need and inform strategic context for project development.
• En suring that each business case brings together detailed information whichis informed by strategic policy, assessment of need, financial appraisal, benefits appraisal and risk profiles and communicating such information.
• Managing the development and implementation of project plans to achieve project deliverables using relevant project methodologies.
• Managing arrangements for procurement including the development of any specifications for equipment, managed services and conditions for delivery. Ensuring any procurement is carried out within the framework of the NI Public Procurement Policy.
• Overseeing benefits realisation activities associated with the investment in relevant projects co-ordinating with project teams for the development of suitable benefits management tools.
• Providing analysis on quantitative and qualitative benefit outcome data to contribute to and inform continuous service improvement and influencing strategic direction.
• Developing, managing and maintaining excellent working relationships and communications with all stakeholders, both within NIAS, key partners and within the wider HSC network acting as a key communicator and champion for relevant projects.
• Continuously engaging with stakeholders across relevant project(s) through both formal structures and relationship building to ensure that aims, outcomes and processes are agreed and that collaborative working relationships are achieved.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• (Please note Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates as proof of all qualifications)
• A relevant university degree or equivalent professional qualification and have worked for at least 3 years in a senior management role or project development/ management role.
• Or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a project development /management role to include a minimum of 3 years senior management experience.
• Hold a relevant project management qualification such as Prince2 or Managing Successful Programmes.
• Demonstrate management of a range of successful projects using a recognised methodology from initiation to benefits realisation.
• Demonstrate evidence of writing approved business cases.
• Demonstrate evidence of ability to research, collate, interpret and analyse complex information to develop business cases to bring a project from initial concept through to development and implementation.
• Have worked with a diverse range of stakeholders to influence and negotiate on challenging deadlines and service changes in order to achieve successful outcomes.
• Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment.
• This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.
• Effective planning and organisational skills with a proven ability to prioritise own workload and manage conflicting priorities effectively across one or more projects.
• Ability to work on own initiative, exercising appropriate judgement, decision making and problem solving.
• Effective oral and written communication skills including experience in conducting presentations, meetings and the ability to write reports and project documentation.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the Northern Ireland Guide to Expenditure and Appraisal (NIGEAE).