Role Summary
We’re looking for an outstanding leader with deep expertise in AI and digital transformation to join our Transformation Team. This senior leadership role will shape the future of how we adopt and embed AI across the Royal Devon, ensuring that innovations are delivered safely, ethically, and at pace.
You’ll be responsible for the strategic design, planning, and delivery of complex programmes, while also leading and developing a talented team.
About the Role
The Senior Programme Manager (AI and Digital) will play a pivotal role in the Royal Devon’s AI and digital transformation. Responsible for driving the safe and ethical adoption of AI and digital technologies, the successful candidate will build organisational capability and culture while ensuring that staff are supported to understand, trust, and adopt AI and automation.
Working in close partnership with operational, clinical, and strategic colleagues, you’ll lead the delivery of the AI Transformation Framework - from process redesign and proof-of-concept pilots to building long-term organisational capability.
This is a role that demands both visionary leadership and hands-on delivery, balancing strategic oversight with practical execution to guide the Royal Devon into a new era of digital innovation.
If you have the following, we would love to hear from you:
Working hours/week Monday - Friday (Flexible/Hybrid working available).
Interview Date: Thursday th May 6
Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.
For further information please contact: Danielle Hamilton, Project Support Officer, As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
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