Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen to join a team of pathway and system
integration leaders as part of the ICB in Leeds. The teams purpose is to
draw on a matrix of experts (including facilitation, programme management,
Population Health Management and Quality Improvement), to support partners to
integrate services, pathways, and resources around the needs of populations,
improving flow and reducing duplication.
The
main focus of the role will be the healthy adults population segment which in
Leeds encompasses the prevention and communities of interest/tackling health
inequalities agendas. The role will work within the planned care, cancer and
healthy adults team and collaborate on programmes across a number of key
focus areas both within and outside of this portfolio, as determined by
system needs and prioritisation.
The
post holder will manage a portfolio of services and pathways delegated by the
Programme Directors in line with agreed priorities. They will lead and
participate in matrix teams across the Leeds Health and Care Partnership to
enable the improvement of services and outcomes for agreed populations. The
post holder will develop and deliver programmes in support of the Partnership
priorities.
Main duties of the job
Main
Duties and Responsibilities
To support the Partnership in
improving the integration of services across providers and disciplines to
improve patient experience
To support the Partnership in
developing a more targeted approach which enables resources to be geared
towards where they will have greatest impact on health outcomes
Lead and monitor transformational
projects and programmes and drive transformational change, service
improvement and innovation with the programmes to ensure these meet agreed
milestones and intended outputs and outcomes, reporting progress through
agreed governance structures.
Work effectively with clinical
leaders to design and deliver key projects, including developing outline
proposals and full business cases using highly complex information, regularly
presenting the case for change to decision making groups, leading the
discussion using negotiating and re-assurance skills and ensuring agreed
outcomes.
With support from colleagues,
analyse a wide range of highly complex data sources, identify gaps in service
provision and develop strategies to tackle unmet need.
Prepare reports and deliver
presentations on highly contentious health issues to a wide range of
audiences
Working with partners, undertake
best value reviews of services to ensure lean, efficient and cost effective
services.
About us
NHS
West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing
inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of
the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations,
local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations.
We
are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values
diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values
and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives
and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that
delivers patient outcomes.
We
are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is
valued, your wellbeing is supported and all our colleagues can reach their full
potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the
community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected
characteristics.
We operate
a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We
actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves and are offered a working
Carer passport.
As a Mindful
Employer we are positive and enabling towards all employees and job applicants
with a mental health condition.
We are a Disability
Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the
essential criteria for an interview.Please inform
us of any adjustments you may require.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
is an important role for the Pathway and System Integration Business Unit,
which focusses on tackling health inequalities and in particular leads on the
programme delivery of the CORE20plus5 standards across our work plans, as
well as coordinating several system wide groups such as the Healthy Adults
Population Board and associated subgroups.
The
post holder will provide expertise and leadership to the system both in
regards of specific contracting and service provision in these areas, and in
terms of strategy and direction, advising and reporting to senior leadership
on direction of travel and progress and coordinating efforts to tackle health
inequalities across multiple population segments.
The
post holder will be confident in data analytics and will be capable of
identifying and driving improvement based on both qualitative and
quantitative data.
The
post will be a key liaison point with the WY health inequalities programme
and population health management team in this respect.
The
post holder will have the skills and behaviours to develop strong
relationships across a wide range of partners including the VCSE and Leeds
City Council. They will have the resilience and tenacity to navigate these
relationships in the current financial context, preserving and promoting
partnership working whilst delivering financial sustainability and best
value.
The
post holder will be passionate about prevention, improving population health
and particularly about improving the health of the poorest in Leeds the
fastest. They will deliver their work portfolio with a dedicated focus on
this direction of travel but also be open and flexible if required to work
with other population groups or service areas in line with emerging
priorities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
is an important role for the Pathway and System Integration Business Unit,
which focusses on tackling health inequalities and in particular leads on the
programme delivery of the CORE20plus5 standards across our work plans, as
well as coordinating several system wide groups such as the Healthy Adults
Population Board and associated subgroups.
The
post holder will provide expertise and leadership to the system both in
regards of specific contracting and service provision in these areas, and in
terms of strategy and direction, advising and reporting to senior leadership
on direction of travel and progress and coordinating efforts to tackle health
inequalities across multiple population segments.
The
post holder will be confident in data analytics and will be capable of
identifying and driving improvement based on both qualitative and
quantitative data.
The
post will be a key liaison point with the WY health inequalities programme
and population health management team in this respect.
The
post holder will have the skills and behaviours to develop strong
relationships across a wide range of partners including the VCSE and Leeds
City Council. They will have the resilience and tenacity to navigate these
relationships in the current financial context, preserving and promoting
partnership working whilst delivering financial sustainability and best
value.
The
post holder will be passionate about prevention, improving population health
and particularly about improving the health of the poorest in Leeds the
fastest. They will deliver their work portfolio with a dedicated focus on
this direction of travel but also be open and flexible if required to work
with other population groups or service areas in line with emerging
priorities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
Essential
- Significant prior experience of working within service redesign, pathway improvement or other commissioning functions
- Experience of leading and managing staff
- Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with external agencies/stakeholders
- Experience of using performance management/service improvement methodology
- Knowledge and experience of programme and/or project management
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or local authority (working cross-sector and cross-settings)
- Experience of working with clinicians/registered professionals
- Experience of co-production with service users or carers
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Clear written and verbal skills
- Able to provide, receive, convey and present information in a clear way
- Able to effectively manage resources (financial and others) to ensure delivery of a service/project
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
Essential
- Significant prior experience of working within service redesign, pathway improvement or other commissioning functions
- Experience of leading and managing staff
- Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with external agencies/stakeholders
- Experience of using performance management/service improvement methodology
- Knowledge and experience of programme and/or project management
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or local authority (working cross-sector and cross-settings)
- Experience of working with clinicians/registered professionals
- Experience of co-production with service users or carers
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Clear written and verbal skills
- Able to provide, receive, convey and present information in a clear way
- Able to effectively manage resources (financial and others) to ensure delivery of a service/project
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.
