Programme Manager For Multi-trust Maternity Information System

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of a key ambition of the Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS) in Kent and Medway. The aim is to enhance digital technology, allowing women, birthing people, and clinicians to access necessary information while ensuring safe and personalized care.

The role requires strong leadership and programme management skills, particularly in digital projects and clinical stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have experience leading the implementation of clinical systems across multiple acute trusts.

Main duties of the job

• Coordinate the joint re-procurement of maternity information systems across Kent and Medway.
• Ensure alignment with each trust's local timeline for procurement and implementation.
• Lead local implementation teams during different phases of the programme.
• Ensure the procured system meets clinical and technical needs in a cost-effective manner.
• Support provider trusts in resolving local challenges impacting implementation.
• Deploy data and metrics recording capabilities for consistent data collection across trusts.
• Build relationships with the ICB digital team and NHS digital teams for best practices.

About NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board promote flexible working arrangements to support NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board's staff's personal commitments while maintaining high service standards. Regular supervision and access to training opportunities are part of NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board's commitment to staff development.

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board's organization values diversity and encourages applications from all community areas, promoting equal opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

• Masters level education or equivalent experience at a senior level.
• Extensive knowledge of the specialist area.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Understanding of healthcare policy in the South East.
• Experience managing budgets and financial processes.

Competencies

• Proven experience in programme/project management.
• Outstanding communication skills.

Attributes

• Strategic thinking and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to make decisions on complex issues.