Job overview

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has an exciting opportunity for a fixed term/secondment to the role of Deputy Director of Strategy, Planning and Partnerships. This crucial role will lead on key strategic and delivery issues for the Health Board and will work directly with Executive Directors, Local Authority and Third Sector leaders as well as Clinical Leads in shaping the design and implementation of its strategic plans. The individual will also work with colleagues in neighbouring Health Boards in the development and implementation of Regional Plans, translating strategy into delivery plans.

This is a pivotal role in transforming the way health care is provided across Gwent and the broader South East Wales region over the coming years. The role will be accountable for developing long term strategy for the organisation and wider Gwent partnership. Reflecting a growing and ageing population, increasing demand for our services, changing technology and new models of care, the post holder will develop plans to deliver a sustainable health care system with our partners whilst engaging with the local communities to shape services to meet the outcomes that are important to people.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Director will be the organisational lead for the Regional Partnerships Board and oversee the Regional Partnership Board Programme Management Office and associated revenue and Capital Programmes of over £50m. The Deputy Director will also work closely with the Senior Planning Team to ensure that key clinical service redesign and the capital programme is delivered on time and within the specifications agreed and ensure that all specialist services are planned on a sustainable basis. The post holder will also be accountable for the Organisations Programme Management Office, supporting the translation of strategy into clear and deliverable programmes of change.

This post is fixed term / secondment for 24 months to cover a secondment.   If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.  

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

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.