Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager of programmes or projects, ideally within an NHS setting, to work within a vibrant R&D department delivering world class research to our service users. Supported by a small team of Project Managers and researchers, the post holder will primarily oversee delivery of the Mental Health Missions Midlands Translational Centre - further details for which can be found at Midlands Mental Health Translational Centre - University of Birmingham. The current programmes of work include, digital platforms for stratified recruitment to clinical trials and standardised clinical endpoint and increasing access to Clinical Research Facilities.

In addition to this, you will support the Head of Department in leading programmes of change and developing and rolling out the Trusts R&D strategy.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for the creation, management and successful delivery of projects and programmes in the Research and Development Department and in line with the Trusts strategy. Responsible for fiscal management of project and programme budgets, the effective line management of designated team, temporary project team members, assigned staff and honorary placement staff and the effective management of stakeholders. Leading on array of projects linked to world class research in mental health, the post holder will provide operational and programme management across the department, at the direction of the Head of Department and the Senior Management team. Providing peer review support to colleagues for the development of project paperwork, presentations and reports, leading on own projects or initiatives to support the Head of Department and deputising for the Head of Department as and when required.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Graduate or equivalent professional qualification
• Qualification(s) relevant to this position, Prince 2 practitioner or MSP or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Desirable

Skills

Essential

Desirable