Director of Programme Delivery

The post holder is responsible for leading the 4 programmes of work which will include:

• Quality Plan
• Integrated Neighbourhoods, community transformation
• Children's and Young People post transition of services
• Resetting our operational mode
  
  Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust (KMMH) are seeking an outstanding senior leader to take on the pivotal role of Director of Programme Delivery, leading the Trust's most complex and strategically critical programmes as part of the trust new five-year strategy.
Operating at a very senior level, this Band 9 role carries Trust-wide accountability for the delivery of four high-impact programmes which include our Quality Plan, Integrated Neighbourhoods (community transformation), Children's and Young People post transition of services and resetting our operational model. Working in close partnership with Executive Directors, clinical leaders and operational leaders, the postholder will ensure programmes are delivered at pace, with clear governance, robust assurance and measurable benefits, and that change is embedded sustainably into everyday practice. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring credibility at Board level, strong capability to work across the wider organisation and clinical directorates, and the ability to influence in a complex environment. The successful candidate will bring a strong track record of leading large-scale programmes, excellent judgement, and a delivery-focused, values-driven leadership style. This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of mental health services across Kent and Medway and to make a meaningful difference to the lives of people who use our services., We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together.