Head of CDIO Office

Are you an experienced business support leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working alongside senior leaders to drive organisational performance? We are seeking a Head of the Chief Digital and Information Officers (CDIO) office to play a pivotal role within our Digital Data and Technology Services (DDTS) Directorate, supporting strategic priorities, business planning, performance reporting and governance activities that enable the delivery of critical organisational objectives. This role sits at the centre of key directorate operations and stakeholder engagement activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and influential professional with experience of working alongside senior leaders, managing teams, coordinating complex workstreams and producing high-quality reports and analysis. You will be instrumental in ensuring effective planning, risk management, performance monitoring and business support across DDTS, whilst acting as a trusted advisor and key point of coordination for senior stakeholders and other staff within the Directorate., The Head of CDIO Office is responsible for coordinating and reporting on key cross-directorate activities on behalf of the CDIO, including performance management, risk management, strategic planning, learning academy activities and business planning. The role works closely with the DDTS Senior Management Team (SMT) and other stakeholders to support delivery of DDTS priorities. Your duties will include:

• Contribute to the prioritisation of key workstreams and liaise with stakeholders across DDTS and other directorates. Act as the first point of contact for the CDIO Office, supporting internal and external queries and new starters.
• Line manage support staff within the CDIO Office and be accountable for their work.
• Support strategic and operational risk management activities, including workshops, risk reviews, governance meetings, training, stakeholder engagement and escalation processes.
• Support the annual business planning process, facilitate planning workshops, liaise with corporate teams and provide updates on delivery.
• Maintain effective relationships across DDTS and wider NHSBT, ensuring the CDIO Office provides a coordinated support function.
• Present updates on behalf of the CDIO Office at senior management meetings, forums and Directorate-wide events.
  
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