Program Manager

Job DescriptionPlease email CV and Cover Letter directly to Dr Nicky Huskens, ##### and #####. We will not review applications through LinkedIn Easy Apply. How to apply:Please send an up-to-date CV (2 page max) along with a cover letter (1.5 page max), addressing the following:Evidence of relevant experience and skills for the jobWhy you are interested in this positionWhat you will bring to the role Application deadline: we will interview strong candidates on a rolling basis.Programme Manager - Tessa Jowell Academy (Paediatrics)Are you passionate about building a community to improve care for children with a brain tumour? A unique opportunity to join a fast-growing health organisation working on national transformational programmes, backed by the UK government and major cancer charities. We are looking for a creative, personable and highly-organised individual to help establish and manage the paediatric arm of the Tessa Jowell Academy. The Academy is a free national learning and networking platform with over 1,000 members that provides training, peer-learning and networking opportunities to NHS professionals working with patients with brain tumours. The individual will join the Mission at a crucial point of growth, bringing together the paediatric brain tumour community to develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing UK children's neuro-oncology services. They will design and deliver webinars and courses, establish professional networks and develop resources to share best practice, alongside NHS experts and charity partners. The position is highly collaborative within a dynamic team, and the individual would work closely with the team to build on insights collected by the paediatric Centre of Excellence programme and the existing Adult Academy.
The role will take an active approach in driving the improvement of paediatric NHS brain cancer treatment, care and research across the UK. This is the ideal opportunity for an individual looking to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with a tight-knit supportive team on varied work with measurable impact. Experience in project management and exceptional communication skills and empathy are essential. Salary: £38,000-40,000 for 37.5 hours a week based on experienceContract type: Full-timeLocation: Office is based in leafy Highgate, North London – hybrid working offered Main duties of the job: Work with the rest of the TJBCM team to design and set up the paediatric arm of the TJ Academy, building on the success of the established adult AcademyLead the paediatric Academy to a high standard, facilitating the improvement of children's brain cancer treatment, care and researchBuild and grow a community focused on upskilling, tackling inequities and sharing best practice to drive changeLead expert committees and national networks of healthcare professionals to co-design and deliver solutions Design and facilitate expert-led workshops in cross-specialty topicsCreatively design social media and marketing contentDrive the growth of the programme by tracking impactAbout usTJBCM designs and delivers a national portfolio of eight transformational programmes focused on research, precision medicine, improving patient care and training NHS staff. Our work is funded and supported by the government through the NIHR, as well as ten different cancer charities. Over 90 NHS doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and scientists from across the UK work daily with the Mission to design and deliver its programmes, which are jointly delivered with its partner organisations.
The Mission is a small but growing organisation with six employees and a pool of research assistants to support the core team. By joining the TJBCM, you will have the opportunity to become the seventh full-time employee in a successful, fast-paced, growing start-up with digital and data health programmes, with a unique purpose of improving treatment outcomes nationally. www.tessajowellbraincancermission.org
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Program SummaryThe Tessa Jowell Academy is a free national learning and networking platform, connecting NHS brain tumour centres to collaborate and share excellence in treatment, research and care. The Academy offers bespoke features and content to empower all NHS healthcare professionals to learn and network with peers, with the overall aim of elevating the standards of treatment and care nationally and improve the educational offering for professionals working with brain tumour patients. Features include: monthly workshops, courses, skills training, a peer to peer connect service, a national clinical trials finder, a library of shared resources and much more. The Academy is currently only for professionals treating adults with brain tumours. With the Mission's expansion into paediatric neuro-oncology, the Tessa Jowell Academy (Paediatrics) programme manager would be joining the Mission at an exciting moment of growth. The new employee will start by working with the TJBCM CEO to design the strategy and launch of the new Paediatric arm of the Academy. Once launched, they will independently lead on design and delivery of content, community management and continued development of the platform.
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Job summary Responsibilities and duties:Content Creation and Programme DeliveryWorking with the CEO to strategise and design the new Tessa Jowell Academy (Paediatrics) programme; opportunity for significant creative input.Successfully launch and manage the AcademyCreatively market new workshops, sessions and working groups across the TJBCM website and social media channelsLead expert committees and national networks of healthcare professionals to co-design and deliver solutions to unmet needsDesign and facilitate expert-led workshops in cross-specialty topicsRun surveys, coordinate groups over different communication platformsProgramme management Plan, create and update project timelines and documentation to ensure timely and successful deliveryWrite and co-ordinate grant applications to grow Academy outputManage project scope and scheduling Determine daily prioritiesEnsure efficient and on-time delivery of project tasks and milestonesFollow proper escalation paths and provide timely reporting of issues and challengesStakeholder ManagementCoordinate members, tracking actions and resolving member challenges Work with clinicians and patient organisation representatives from across the UKReport to TJBCM, DHSC and NHS leadership Programme and overall TJBCM strategy support Provide ongoing support to other TJBCM programmes where needed, in particular the Adult Academy. Help to grow the TJBCM size and impact and be part of a fast-growing team delivering measurable impact to cancer healthcare and research 3. Person Specification We are looking for an adaptive, driven and creative Programme Manager who will help establish and grow the Tessa Jowell Academy (paediatrics). The ideal candidate will be a highly-organised team player, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and a clear growth mindset. They will have an aptitude for connection, empathy and building relationships. An interest in health and education is ideal, as well as a proven track-record in managing complex projects with a range of stakeholders.Experience EssentialInterest in public healthExperience in project management with multiple stakeholders: experience in executing medium-scale projects from inception to completion. Experience facilitating events/workshops/coursesExperience working in health or scientific work environmentsDesirableExperience working with the NHS, other healthcare or research organisations, children's organisations or charitiesExperience delivering virtual events Skills Essential·
Ability to manage a complex and multifaceted workloadExcellent interpersonal skills and listening skills·
Excellent written and verbal communication skills: demonstrable experience in writing engaging content for scientific audiencesAbility to present information appropriately and maintain a high level of accuracy and consistent attention to detail Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative and a pro-active approach A keen eye for new opportunities and areas of growth Confidence with digital applications (Microsoft Suite, Teams/Zoom, Google Suite)DesirableExperience with WordPress and CanvaDemonstrable experience in writing engaging content for healthcare professionals·
Evidence of a motivating and consultative management styleKnowledge EssentialBSc in biological or medical sciences and/or evidence of a strong background in public healthDesiredMSc or PhD in biological, medical or social sciences with an interest in public healthIf you do not fit every requirement, we still encourage you to still apply noting your other experience relevant to the role. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to achieving a working environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs, age or sexual orientation.What we offer:Generous holiday with office closure over ChristmasFlexible hours and working style: Opportunity to work from home with a minimum of three office days a weekHealthshield membershipExcellent networking opportunities: you will work with the leadership team of several leading cancer charities, senior clinicians and scientists from around the world, NHS officials and DHSC membersDedicated on the job training and regular feedback on workOpportunities to develop and grow in your career: the TJBCM is an ambitious and growing company with many national and international opportunities in its futureA fun team that loves team socials, happy hours and making the most of leafy Highgate