Digital Programme Manager
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Coventry, CV2 2DXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 October 2026
2 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust to join the Digital Department as a Digital Programme Man...
- Lead and manage the successful implementation of IT programmes and projects that impact the Trust (typically with timescales significantly in excess of six months, affecting 1500 plus Trust staff) against agreed project plans to time and within constraints.
- Identify, build and manage large multi functional teams of both technical and non-technical staff (often consisting of 30-50 project staff) in line with Trust procedures and best practice
- Set strategy for programme delivery ensuring alignment of project deliverables with strategic goals
- Work with the ICT Clinical Implementation Manager to identify programme benefits and ensure their delivery through specific projects
- Manage the dependencies and interfaces between projects to ensure their successful delivery in line with strategic objectives
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Qualifications
Essential: - oMaster's degree or equivalent, preferably in a relevant subject (or commensurate work experience) oPRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent experience
Desirable: - oManaging Successful Programmes qualification oDigital related qualifications Change Management Training Facilitation Training
Experience
Essential
- Proven successful delivery of high-profile programmes and projects
- A leader of large projects
- Experienced in managing large Teams Extensive experience as a project manager
- Experience in implementing change
Desirable
- Implementation of a PAS or similar clinical digital system
- Involvement in organisational change management projects Experience of negotiation and mediation
- Experience of cross organisational working between Acute and Primary care
- Substantive experience at a senior level in an NHS environment
Knowledge
Essential: - oThorough understanding of digital issues and its application within the NHS oBe able to manage and deliver large scale digital projects
Desirable
- Have a thorough understanding of current issues relating to the NHS. Use of digital systems in a clinical setting
- Knowledge of planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
Skills
Essential
- Expert user of MS Office and MS Project Able to motivate and lead change
- Able to quantify and balance competing project requirements
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Interpret and present complex and contentious information
- Ability to relate to, communicate with and influence staff at all levels in the organisation
- Ability to understand the strategic overview whilst giving due attention to detail
- Ability to identify opportunities, analyse options and develop creative solutions Ability to work across teams, departments and organisations in a complex environment
Desirable
- Understanding of change management techniques Strong analytical skills Strong interpersonal skills
- Be able to manage all aspects of work including monitoring and managing performance
- Be able to write reports and formulate policies Facilitation skills
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
- Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
How to apply
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First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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