Assistant Project Manager Coventry
Job description
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust is one of the largest and most successful hospitals in the region offering both general and specialist services across our two hospital sites, University Hospital, Coventry and the Hospital of St Cross, Rugby. In February 2020, the Trust received an overall rating of ‘Good’ from the Care Quality Commission. This was achieved through hard work and commitment from all of our staff. The COVID 19 pandemic has been challenging for the whole NHS but we are proud of our track record over this time. We were honoured to be part of history, with the Trust administering the first COVID-19 vaccine outside of clinical trials anywhere in the world and playing a pivotal role in the biggest vaccination campaign in the NHS’ history. The Trust was also recognised this year when we were chosen on behalf of the NHS for a six-part BBC Hospital programme to showcase the NHS response. As our team is expanding with exiting new projects, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of our stimulating Strategic Delivery Portfolio which encompasses all our transformational, digital and strategic change programmes and projects. As part of the Strategy Directorate, you will work in collaboration with our Strategy and Comms & Engagement teams as well as our Transformation directorate colleagues to support the organisation in the delivery of our strategic objectives. 1. Support the successful delivery of the small projects within an acute hospital environment, managing conflicting demands, whilst minimising any potential disruption or disturbance to patients, staff, or other visitors. 2. Planning, co-ordination, and management (including of small budgets) of a number of different projects or work streams at any time. This will include liaison with various key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the demands of the Trust are appropriately met. 3. Developing and monitoring projects using project management tools and templates ensuring appropriate reporting at all levels. 4.Effectively document and monitor project risks in line with organisation priorities. Awareness of mitigation and contingency planning. Support the identification, documentation, and monitoring of benefits to ensure projects deliver against agreed deliverables. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. 1. Provide, receive and interpret information to ensure successful delivery of the projects. Recognise complex information and escalate accordingly. 2. Effectively document and monitor project risks in line with organisation priorities. Awareness of mitigation and contingency planning. Support the identification, documentation, and monitoring of benefits to ensure projects deliver against agreed deliverables 3. Plan and support the implementation of changes. Recognise when there is a need to adjust deliverables to meet unexpected circumstances 4. Produce and maintain the formal project documentation required throughout the project lifecycle including the collection of information to support review and/or development of policies and procedures 5. To work to tight deadlines under pressure in a complex environment. To contribute to management and administrative processes and structures including managing resources 6. To be competent in the use of applications including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams. 7. Promote the use of Trust project management tools and systems, including PM3, and gain the knowledge to become an expert user who is able to assist clinical and corporate teams. 8. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, and issues in relation to projects 9. Ability to respond to stakeholder needs and support the identification of appropriate service developments 10. Ability to work effectively and simultaneously across a range of operational areas. For further details please see the attached job description.
