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Improvement ManagerinCardiffinCardiffPUBLISHED SUN 20 OCT 2024

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Would You Like To Become a Key Player In Improving Patient Safety Across NHS Wales?

If you have a Passion for Improvement, Come and Join Our Team in Improvement Cymru.

Improvement Cymru is the national quality improvement service for NHS Wales. Our goal is to work with NHS Wales and its partner organisations to achieve sustainable, measurable improvements so that health and care services are safe, reliable and effective. Our work is described in our Improvement Cymru strategy published in 2021.

We are recruiting to 1x full time permanent post based in Cardiff.

This post offers an opportunity to be part of Improvement Cymru at a busy and exciting time as we:

  • Work with the NHS Wales to progress our programme of Safe Care Together
  • Support our Safe Care Collaborative in partnership with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Health Boards and Trusts, which will run until 2024.
  • Work with global improvement experts, Welsh Government and colleagues across NHS Wales.

You’ll be joining an ambitious team, comprising some of the most qualified and experienced Improvement professionals in NHS Wales. Together we lead, embed and champion Improvement across the service – national coordination of local support for safe, reliable and effective care. We offer the opportunity for you to develop your knowledge and skills in Improvement Science. You will be required to utilise this knowledge by coaching our NHS colleagues in the workplace to support their local improvement work.

Our strength comes from our teams having a powerful combination of backgrounds and experience. We want to recruit our new team members from diverse backgrounds with a mix of skills and experiences – we welcome applicants from all sectors, including the NHS.

The Successful applicant will be allocated to the South East regional team within Programmes, but with ongoing opportunities to matrix work with other Improvement Cymru teams and projects. The post has national responsibilities and the ability to travel across Wales, including overnight stays, will be necessary for all postholders.

The NHS Wales Executive provides a central guiding hand, working in partnership for and on behalf of Welsh Government, in and with the NHS in Wales. The Executive is hosted by Public Health Wales.

We are a national support function delivering ‘A Healthier Wales’ vision of a whole-system approach to providing excellent health and social care across Wales.

The Executive’s role in supporting this vision is to provide strong national leadership and strategic direction enabling, supporting and, where necessary, intervening to ensure the delivery of national priorities and standards, to improve the quality and safety of care. The Executive will drive improvements to achieve better, fairer healthcare outcomes for the people of Wales.

Our organisation is guided by Public Health Wales’ Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliItjO guidance on the application process, please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliItjO further details / informal visits contact: Name: Keely McCarthy Job title: Senior Improvement Manager Email address:

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Useful skills for an Improvement Manager:
To work as an Improvement Manager in the UK, you should possess a combination of technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are often sought for this role:
1. Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies (such as PRINCE2, Agile, or Six Sigma) to plan, execute, and oversee improvement projects.
2. Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve processes.
3. Process Improvement Techniques: Knowledge of process improvement methodologies like Lean, Kaizen, or Total Quality Management (TQM).
4. Change Management: Skills in managing and guiding organizational change, including understanding the human element involved in change initiatives.
5. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to present findings, facilitate meetings, and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
6. Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build relationships, influence others, and work effectively in cross-functional teams.
7. Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to identify problems, brainstorm solutions, and implement the most effective course of action.
8. Stakeholder Management: Experience in managing relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their needs, and working collaboratively.
9. Financial Acumen: Understanding financial principles and cost management to support improvement initiatives that align with budgetary considerations.
10. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and shifting priorities as improvement initiatives evolve.
11. Attention to Detail: The ability to pay close attention to details to ensure accuracy and quality in improvement efforts.
12. Technical Skills: Familiarity with relevant software tools for data analysis, project management, and reporting (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or specific project management software).
Qualifications
- Educational Background: A degree in management, engineering, business administration, or a related field is often preferred.
- Certifications: Professional certifications in relevant areas (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, Lean Management, or Project Management Professional (PMP)) can enhance your qualifications and credibility.
Experience
- Relevant work experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or a related field is typically required. Experience leading teams and successful projects is also beneficial.
 


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