Strategic Improvement Manager

4 weeks ago


Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR Full time

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the NIHR team as a Senior Strategic Improvement Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and influencing the development of integrated plans for the delivery of the Commitments theme/priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver team/cross-organisational projects or activities that support the Strategic Commitments.
  • Build and maintain targeted stakeholder relationships and networks across and beyond NIHR to ensure engagement and alignment with the Commitments.
  • Work collaboratively with the Comms and Engagement function to develop and implement communications and stakeholder engagement plans.
  • Put in place effective programme management approaches for the implementation of the Commitments.
  • Assist the Chair and lead senior manager to ensure effective governance of the Public Partnerships Programme Board.
  • Lead or contribute to the development of high-quality resources and learning materials.
  • Provide high-quality responses to stakeholder enquiries and effective signposting.
  • Lead or facilitate team/project events, workshops, and meetings, and represent NIHR at meetings and events.

Requirements

  • Degree in health or social sciences or equivalent skills/experience.
  • Experience of managing public or community involvement/engagement, ideally in the health and/or care sector.
  • Strong applied public partnerships knowledge in at least one of the 5 Strategic themes.
  • Experience of leading or delivering improvement goals in an area of work, involving other teams or organisations.
  • Experience of delivering successful stakeholder engagement for a strategy/project/programme.
  • Experience of working with stakeholders at all levels to generate commitment to, and achieve delivery of, shared goals.
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills, to persuade those outside your management control, and at different levels, to take ownership of work/improve practice/align work/deliver results.
  • Excellent communication skills orally and in writing, including the ability to convey complex material tailored to the needs of different audiences.
  • Effective planning/organisational skills to deliver multiple and fluctuating priorities with demanding deadlines.
  • Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and able to show how you would apply it in this role.
  • Highly IT literate with the ability to competently employ the various functions of Microsoft/Google.

What We Offer

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position, 0.8 FTE. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and highlighting your experience against the required criteria. Please quote REF1062X in your application.



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