Band 8a Deputy Programme Manager – NIHR HealthTech Research Centre

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Devices, Digital and Robotics (NIIHR HRC-DDR), part of Research Development and Innovation at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. The HRC-DDR is a research infrastructure funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), supporting safe, effective and efficient translation of new healthcare technologies into routine care for patients. Our research themes of Medical Devices, Digital & Data Technologies, Robots & Autonomous Systems, and cross-cutting themes of Human Factors & Usability, Health Economics & Value Proposition, and Regulations, cover areas of unmet need in the translation of health and social care technologies.

We are looking to appoint a motivated Deputy Programme Manager to provide professional research management and leadership to oversee the delivery of the programme objectives. The post holder is required to work using their own initiative on a regular basis and manage their own workload; this will require excellent planning and organisational skills. The post-holder is expected to have line management experience and must be able to communicate information to a range of stakeholders in a range of formats to support and maintain strong relations with local, regional and national structures. Using their own judgment the post holder will be able to prioritise their workload effectively, demonstrate clear attention to detail and problem solve as necessary.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of this role is to co-ordinate and provide programme management and leadership to the NIHR HRC-DDR. This will involve close working relationships with key stakeholders, industry and clinical and academic staff. The post holder will specifically provide programme management support to the Director of the HRC, the HRC Programme Manager, Theme Leads, in addition to regional partners. They will support the achievement of the programme objectives and ensure that required reporting processes are adhered to. The post holder will work closely with the finance and governance teams within the Research Development & Innovation department to provide operational and financial support to the programme. The post holder will also work alongside research theme leads, portfolio manager and project research officers to ensure well-informed, coherent and co-ordinated delivery of HRC communications, research inclusion, patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) and training strategies to deliver overarching programme objectives.

The NIHR HRC-DDR are part of the national NIHR HRC Network, hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The NIHR HRC-DDR are leading the Workforce Development workstream of the network. The post holder will be responsible for leading NIHR HRC-DDR's involvement and engagement in national NIHR HRC Network activities and initiatives.

About us

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can; and offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.

UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.

Date posted: 25 March 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 2 years

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 304-1092038

Job locations: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH

Job responsibilities: Please see attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• Master's Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related discipline/ field
• Evidence of academic/ personal development

Experience Essential

• Significant management experience to include, project management, research, working within a NHS environment, working with clinicians and other health care professionals at all levels of the organisation
• Proven experience of managing research processes, including health technologies research
• Proven successful delivery of projects
• Experience in developing teams and individuals
• Experience in the day to day supervision/ management of staff and delivers training on a range of subjects
• Operational and strategic awareness
• Knowledge of change Management and impacts on Financial Management
• Knowledge of computerised management information systems to improve operational performance
• Knowledge of mandatory regulations such as Health & Safety
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance & Risk management
• Evidence of experience in risk management
• Evidence of innovation in service/ research terms
• Evidence of project work within the NHS/ University setting
• Evidence of good written and oral presentation skills

Additional Criteria Essential

• Ability to lead a team with proven credibility and authority
• Confident and the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Ability to balance priorities on a daily basis in a demanding environment and achieve demanding delivery targets
• Ability to pass knowledge and skills freely
• Ability to manage conflict in a constructive manner
• Ability to manage and initiate change
• Problem solve through innovation and new ways of working
• To represent the Trust and University of Birmingham in a positive manner at internal and external meetings, at all levels
• Ability to write complex reports
• Ability to present reports in a format that is easily understood by others
• Proven project management skills
• IT skills in use of Word, Excel, e-mail, power point and Patient Administration Systems
• Analytical Ability -- proven analysis of business performance information, ability to make decision on meeting business targets, highlighting performance information, ability to investigate and resolve issues (e.g. disciplinary issues)
• Effective communication skills with ability to receive and provide complex information with ability to persuade, motivate, coach, facilitate, influence and negotiate
• Ability to propose changes to practice in own area and other areas and implement policies in own area
• Planning and organising activities which require formulation, adjustment and co-ordination with other professionals within the organisation
• To work on your own initiative within broad occupational policies
• Composed and resilient
• Ability to delegate and work through to others
• Ability to understand the strategic overview whilst giving due attention to detail
• Ability to identify opportunities, analyse options and develop creative solutions
• Able to manage conflicts, prioritise and work well under pressure with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to lead a team with proven credibility and authority
• Confident and the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Able to work and travel across all UHB sites and external agencies as and when required
• Flexible approach to working hours to cover the requirements of the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Employer details

Employer name: University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH

Employer's website: https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm