Senior Project Manager

About the role

NHS Scotland's unique provider of a national tele-health and tele-care service, NHS 24, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their Transformation, Strategy, Planning and Performance Directorate within the Organisational PMO function.

Responsibilities

• Manage the successful delivery of projects that may consist of multiple complex work streams as part of the TSPP Directorate’s Programme of Work as prioritised by the Executive Team and in meeting the NHS 24’s Strategy.
• Support the wider directorate with strategy implementation, organisational change initiatives and provide support to the National Boards Collaborative.
• Support the transformation of NHS 24’s existing services and support functions through the provision of expertise across the Directorate’s structure: Engagement and Insights, Digital and TSPP.
• Lead in establishing the structure and format of project, engage key stakeholders through workshops, meetings to drive forward the programme of work.
• Lead projects using the appropriate project methodologies through to delivery at a local, organisational, or national level, depending on the scope and scale of the project.
• Communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Education to SCQF level 11 or equivalent experience with post-graduate professional education or equivalent experience of project and portfolio management, preferably within the health service.
• Hold a Programme/Project Management method e.g. PRINCE 2, Agile or MSP accreditation.
• Demonstrate significant practical experience in the management of large programmes of work, with a scope and range overarching several departments/an organisation, and expert knowledge of project management methodologies and best practice.
• Exhibit experience of, and knowledge of core business analysis work including data modelling, requirements capture, process design, requirements analysis, functional specifications, high-level design.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate professional education or equivalent experience of project and portfolio management, preferably within the health service.
• Hold a Programme/Project Management method e.g. PRINCE 2, Agile or MSP accreditation.
• Demonstrate significant practical experience in the management of large programmes of work, with a scope and range overarching several departments/an organisation, and expert knowledge of project management methodologies and best practice.
• Exhibit experience of, and knowledge of core business analysis work including data modelling, requirements capture, process design, requirements analysis, functional specifications, high-level design.

Skills

• Expertise in managing large programmes of work with a scope and range encompassing several departments or organisations.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Experience in leading projects using appropriate methodologies through to delivery.
• Ability to manage dependencies of varying complexity, potentially planning, and feeding into larger programs and portfolios.
• Experience in managing risks, commercial aspects, budgets, and resources.
• Ability to balance complex deliverables in an environment where priorities can change.

Benefits

NHS 24 offers a comprehensive benefits package including a temporary contract on Band 7 £52,845 - £61,466* (pro rata). Placement on salary scale is dependent on confirmation of previous relevant NHS service. We also offer a range of supportive policies to enhance your employee journey, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Bursary Scheme, and a range of learning and development opportunities. As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to 35 days annual leave (rising to 41) pro-rata, development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning, and classroom-based courses, enhanced pay for working public holidays, enrolment into the Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SPPA) pension scheme, and NHS discounts on goods and services. HELP, employee support and assistance. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual who is looking for a challenging and rewarding role that will contribute to the successful financial management of a public organization.