NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Management Office (PMO) Manager to lead and coordinate the governance and delivery of digital projects across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. This pivotal role will oversee the intake and triage of new project requests, ensure adherence to governance frameworks, and support the delivery of the NHS GGC Digital Delivery Plan. You will work closely with governance groups, programme boards, and delivery teams to ensure projects are initiated, managed, and closed in line with best practice and strategic priorities.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Location based in Smithhills Street
- Permanent Contract
- Full-time Position (37 hours per week)
- Shift Pattern: Monday‑Friday, 09:00 – 17:00
Key Responsibilities
- Support delivery of the Digital Programmes, for example facilitating and coordinating the systematic review of interdependencies between programmes; collating and analysing data; drafting reports; and developing and implementing action plans that support service improvement.
- Develop and maintain a robust content management system for Standard Operating Procedures, guidelines and protocols, ensuring timely review, revision and distribution.
- Provide regular training for staff across the Directorate on the maintenance of web pages/SharePoint sites to enable the Directorate and groups to content manage relevant sections, including regular and ad‑hoc training in uploading documents, content and systems management.
- Project manage the work of defined work streams, taking account of policies and procedures, and ensuring successful completion of projects within agreed timescales.
- Effectively manage project resources, including day‑to‑day coordination staff allocated to specific projects, equipment and budget; authorise travel and other staff/patient expenses incurred during any project.
- Provide full administrative support and coordinate an agreed programme of work, including the preparation of agendas in consultation with the Chair’s, overseeing the collation and distribution of papers, taking accurate minutes of meetings and ensuring timely follow‑up of any outstanding actions.
- Actively participate in project group meetings, providing advice on related issues.
- Work collaboratively with other groups and administrators to ensure maximum use of available resources and avoid duplication of effort; implement and maintain a stock control system for information materials.
- Support groups in the production of clear, concise and timely reports, drafting reports, collating, interpreting, and analysing data as required.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent or demonstratable experience
- Experience in managing a variety of projects
- Committee and minute‑taking experience
- IT skills, proficient in all Microsoft packages
- Flexible and innovative approach
- Intuitive and proven team player
- Ability to motivate others
Desirable
- Understanding of Clinical Governance issues and relevant legislation
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Rowen Paton – Strategic Development Programme Manager – Rowen.paton@nhs.scot – 07738258541
Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
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