Job overview

The National Strategic Clinical Network for Diabetes (Diabetes Network) was established on the 1^st of October 2023, following the transition from the All Wales Diabetes Implementation Group. The Diabetes Network’s aim is to focus on providing a greater strategic direction for diabetes care across Wales, improve health outcomes and support delivery of enhanced quality care across Wales

Main duties of the job

To provide professional and strategic leadership to the network within their own area of expertise.

To provide strategic and clinical guidance and advice to associated Networks on the role and direction of the SCN for Diabetes.

To communicate the vision around future service provision of Diabetes care in a way which motivates the clinical community based on improving outcomes within a value-based context from national policy through to local delivery level.

To inspire colleagues to innovate and problem solve acting in the best interests of the population and take collective responsibility for decision making.

To directly lead the development of patient centered models of care in line with the Quality Statement for Diabetes.

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 24 MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.  

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.

Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion.  We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

 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/