Value for Patients Associate Director

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Value for Patients Associate Director The closing date is 28 December 2025 MFT's Value for Patients Associate Director supports the Value for Patients Director with strategic development of the Trust's "Value based Healthcare" approach that contributes to long‑term financial sustainability, and has emphasis on patient benefit, harm avoidance and equitability of access to treatment. The postholder will work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust continues to provide safe and clinically effective services for the people of Greater Manchester. MFT is committed to ensuring value for our patients and communities by making best use of our resources so that every patient receives the best possible care while optimising the use of our available healthcare resources. Main duties of the job The postholder is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of MFT's Value for Patient Programme and managing the Value for Patient Productivity and Programme Management Office (PMO) team, established to manage the large-scale financial improvement programme. This includes the development, monitoring, challenge and support to the delivery of the portfolio of programmes that support major productivity and cost improvement, and income recovery. The post holder will be expected to engage key internal and external stakeholders in the planning and delivery of these programme objectives through the management of change and improvement in order to secure optimal service outcomes. This role requires considerable collaborative working across all Clinical Groups, strong project management, facilitation and negotiation skills, and a 'can-do attitude' with a strong focus on delivery. The post holder will support the development and implementation of the Trust's annual Value for Patients Programme, so that performance and strategic targets are being met and are contributing to delivery of MFT's strategic and corporate objectives, including effective use of resources and financial improvement. The post holder will have an in‑depth professional knowledge and experience of financial management, hospital operations, performance management, information systems, and staff management through experience in an operational role. About us Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester. As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust‑wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high‑impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development. Join us to make a lasting impact—help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond. Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role‑specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage, and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Person Specification Qualifications – Academic/Professional Master's degree or equivalent job‑related experience/graduate calibre Evidence of continuing professional development The post holder will require in‑depth professional knowledge in a number of disciplines e.g. financial management, performance management, information systems, staff management acquired through training and experience over an extended period Experience Significant experience at senior level in a large organisation within the NHS or within a consultancy providing healthcare turnaround or PMO services Leading Programme Management Offices or efficiency programmes across one or more NHS Trusts Working with Boards and multiple stakeholders to deliver change Proven experience and ability in managing operational performance with tight financial constraints, demonstrating effective budget management Evidence of successfully leading significant organisational change in developing new models of healthcare delivery Demonstrate experience of building, maintaining and utilising successful relationships with all staff especially clinicians within complex organisations An understanding of the healthcare planning process and key national healthcare issues Demonstrate strong and credible leadership in being able to pull people together across systems and motivate them to deliver common aims and targets Demonstrate significant experience of situational leadership, human Knowledge and experience of handling the media Experience of developing alliances and partnerships within and across organisations Knowledge of the strategic direction of the local health economy Knowledge and Skills Highly effective communication skills – must be able to articulate complex issues to a wide range of recipients, both written and verbally Excellent presentation skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills, with the ability to engage, build and sustain relationships both within the Trust and within external organisations Able to demonstrate sound financial management skills and understand business‑centred approach to healthcare provision Excellent organisational and time‑management skills to meet competing priorities Able to take 'tough' decisions and calculated risks and see required action through Demonstrates strong commitment to action to achieve equality and diversity in the NHS workforce and for the community Excellent project management skills as project manager or sponsor Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Ability to share vision and engender ownership in others Exhibits a drive, energy and enthusiasm and resilience to drive through and achieve end results and improvements Knowledge of the strategic direction of the local health economy Other Requirements Ability to work flexibly Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously Ability to establish and maintain credibility Ability to persuade, negotiate with and influence others Ability to coordinate multiple projects Demonstrates drive and energy Demonstrable customer awareness Ability to communicate at all levels requiring tact and diplomacy to achieve results The post holder will require access to transport Use agreed project management methodology to plan and implement project deliverables, ensuring that targets and milestones are met and delivered on time Frequent periods of concentration analysing data and spreadsheets for periods of time as part of service reviews Prolonged concentration required for long periods of time, chairing and attending consecutive senior level meetings for 3 to 4 hours each on every day of the week investigating problems, analysis of performance data and policies, with interruptions requiring immediate response Imparting unwelcome news to the Board and Hospital Chief Executives and Directors e.g. where performance or financial targets not met Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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