Project Manager

Are you an experienced and motivated professional with a passion for driving transformation and improving health and social care outcomes? We’re looking for two Project Managers to join our Strategy & Transformation team.Post 1: Full time, permanentPost 2: Full time, fixed term / secondment for 6 monthsThe role supports the delivery of the Highland Health & Social Care Partnership’s (HHSCP) strategic transformation portfolio, which includes programmes across primary care, adult social care, mental health, and vaccinationskey areas of strategic focus for the Partnership.As Project Manager, you’ll play a central role in coordinating activity, ensuring alignment with national and local priorities, and supporting the delivery of improved outcomes for people and communities across Highland.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage complex projects across health and social care settings.Engage with a wide range of stakeholders to support collaborative transformation.Provide project planning, risk management, and performance reporting.Drive continuous improvement and embed change in line with strategic priorities.Essential Skills And ExperienceProven experience in project and/or change management within a complex organisational environment.Any relevant private sector experience that can be applied in the NHS. Experience of leading the development and/or implementation of quality and improvement plans. Experience of developing and producing project plans and strategies. Experience of managing and motivating a team of three or more people. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to make a real difference in how services are delivered across Highland.For more information please contact Lauren Baird, Programme Manager NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.Additional Information For CandidatesYou should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposesPosts close at midnight on the indicated dateFor help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accuratelyPlease check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updatesPlease contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issuesWe recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using JobtrainOnce you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendmentsSome of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS HighlandNHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through .