Senior Project Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join the National Pathology Programme, hosted by NHS Wales Performance & Improvement. This position will support the delivery of priority actions outlined in the Pathology Statement of Intent (2019), specifically focused on the recovery from COVID-19, while also aligning with the Diagnostic Recovery Transformation Plan for Wales (2023–2025).The initial focus of this role will be the National Digital Cellular Pathology (DCP) project in Wales. The post holder will support the completion of the project specification and its transition into the procurement phase. The applicant will have extensive knowledge of project management and will have experience of tailoring project management methodologies. They will have the ability to liaise, develop and build relationships and effective lines of communication with stakeholders at all levels especially within the Pathology service.The post holder will be based at River House, Ynys Bridge Court, Gwaelod-y-Garth, Cardiff however, staff are spending the majority of time working from home. There may be a need to travel across Wales to successfully meet the requirements of the post.The post holder will lead and manage projects within the Programme , including the Digital Cellular Pathology (DCP) project and other workstreams aligned with the MAG report. The post holder will be responsible for planning, delivery, monitoring, prepare progress reports and evaluation of projects to ensure agreed objectives are achieved within defined time, cost and quality parameters.They will progress recommendations from the MAG report, translating these into clear, deliverable actions that support modernisation, standardisation and digital transformation across pathology services in Wales. The role requires effective management of complex workstreams, risks and interdependencies, and close collaboration with Health Boards, Welsh Government, and other key stakeholders.NHS Wales Performance and Improvement works in partnership for and on behalf of Welsh Government, in and with the NHS in Wales and is hosted by Public Health Wales.Our key purpose is to drive improvements in the quality and safety of care - resulting in better and more equitable outcomes, access and patient experience, reduced variation, and improvements in population health.We do this by providing strong leadership and strategic direction – enabling, supporting, and directing NHS Wales to transform clinical services in line with national priorities and standards.To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Alan Deacon Job title: National Pathology Programme Lead Email address: alan.deacon@wales.nhs.ukCaity Thomas - Programme Managercaity.thomas@wales.nhs.uk