Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustWe have an exciting opportunity for a full-time band 5 Project Co-ordinator to work into the AHPs, Psychological Services & Social Work Directorate. This is a fixed term and/or secondment position until March 2025.
The Project Coordinator will provide administrative, programme and project support to the Director and Deputy Directors of AHPs & Psychological Services relating to projects funded within the AHPs, Psychological Services & Social Work Directorate.
We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who is keen to develop their skills as a Project Coordinator. You will need to be organised, adaptable and resilient to manage the different aspects of this role.
Previous experience working in this type of role will be beneficial but not essential.
Main duties of the jobYou will manage the day-to-day operational tasks of the various projects in conjunction with project team members responsible for each project. This will include updating project plans, drafting highlight reports and supporting communication and engagement as required.
You will organise, be involved in the facilitation and support of improvement events and project delivery activities in liaison with more senior colleagues, and effective communication with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will ensure the effective and efficient co-ordination of all project activities under the direction of the Project Leads. You will keep project documentation up to date, organise and minute meetings, progress and monitor actions and write and update progress reports.
You will have excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills with the ability to work well as part of a team, as well as using your own initiative to prioritise and complete tasks and work requests.
You will possess excellent and up to date IT and administration skills and be able to demonstrate good attention to detail and accuracy in your work. You will monitor project budgets and link in with finance colleagues regarding project expenditure and financial disbursements.
About usYour development is important to us, you will be fully supported by the AHP Operations Manager as well as the Director and Deputy Directors of AHPs and Psychological Services. You will receive regular supervision, an annual appraisal, training and workplace opportunities to develop your skills.
The Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job responsibilitiesYour base will be St Nicholas Hospital in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne; however, there will be opportunity to work remotely for part of the week as the role allows. Occasionally you may be asked to attend other locations across the Trust localities as service needs dictate.
Please note: Internal secondments will need to be approved by your line manager prior to interview.
You will need to demonstrate the values of the Trust and promote empathy, kindness, and respect at all times.
We welcome your application.
Person SpecificationEducation and QualificationsEducated to degree level or equivalent experiencePRINCE2, project management, (or equivalent experience) and change management.Knowledge and ExperienceKnowledge of information systems. Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelKnowledge of Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Adobe Acrobat.Experience of working in a service improvement roleExperience/skills in project management/support approachesSkills and CompetenciesComputer literate, with knowledge and skills in using relevant systems and advanced keyboard skillsStrong analytical, organisational and communication skillsAbility to write clear concise reports, letters, minutes and documents using a good standard of EnglishAbility to balance priorities and progress multiple tasksProven ability to work and complete tasks independently and forge long-term working partnershipsChange management and project management skillsRole SpecificMust have diplomacy and ability to gain trust and build rapport with individuals and organisations.Must be reliable in their work commitments and flexible and professional in their approach.Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines including being self-motivated and organising workload.High focus on customer service and user requirements and reliable in their work commitments.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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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