Assistant Director of Programmes

The Assistant Director of Programmes will be responsible for providing expert advice to the Executive Board on value and benefits realisation of digital transformation programmes; giving assurance to the Board on return on digital technology that is agile, fit for current and future purpose, safe and resilient and offers value for money

The Assistant Director of Programmes will set direction and provide overall strategic leadership for Programmes and projects , working closely with their peers, playing an active role in Strategy, Planning and Design as well as leveraging technology to support safe and high performing implementation of key Digital Technology projects and programmes. They will represent CAVUHB in digital programme delivery forums acting in the best interest of the Health Board and the objectives of NHS Wales and their national partners

Main duties of the job

Define the roadmap for how the digital portfolio of programmes and projects will be delivered in the Health Board.

Ensure that the digital programme & project resources meet the health board's short and long-term plans.

Create programme timelines for the deployment of new technologies.

Advise the board on digital advancements and their benefits to the organisation.

Maintain a service-focused outlook in choosing new technologies for the Health Board.

Horizon scan to stay on top of technology trends and developments.

Manages the programme and projects budgets and time frames.

Responsible for budget setting within these areas of responsibility.

Responsible for business case development to secure investment funding.

Ensure we have a robust and fit for purpose programme and project management standards & methodologies.

Ensure all technology solutions delivered by programmes adhere to regulatory standards.

Provide effective strategic Programme leadership and a clear vision

Ensure the experience of our service users is improved through the introduction of new technologies and digital services.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.