Associate Director of Planning (Strategy, Transformation and Performance)

NHS National Services Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK seeks an Associate Director of Planning to shape a 10-year population health strategy. The role involves engaging with various stakeholders, championing innovation, and influencing policy changes to enhance health outcomes. Ideal candidates will have strategic leadership experience and a Master's level education. A supportive environment for professional growth is offered.

Benefits

Supportive environment for growth

Collaborate with passionate professionals

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-level strategic roles.
• Expertise in managing strategic improvements.
• Adept at building trust and navigating complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of a comprehensive 10-year population health strategy.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather insights and foster collaboration.
• Champion innovation and sustainability in strategic planning.
• Translate complex data into actionable priorities.
• Influence system-wide change across health and social care.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Masters level education with a relevant professional qualification

Job description

Fixed term / Secondment for 1 year

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Highland for a visionary and dedicated leader to shape the future of population health across our region. We are seeking an Associate Director of Planning to lead the development of a bold and inclusive 10-year strategy that will drive improvements in health outcomes and reduce inequalities.

This pivotal role will influence the strategic direction of our Board and requires a dynamic individual with exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. You will work collaboratively with our workforce, local communities, and key stakeholders to co-create a strategy that reflects the needs and aspirations of the people we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of a comprehensive 10-year population health strategy
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights and foster collaboration
• Champion innovation, equity, and sustainability in strategic planning
• Translate complex data and evidence into actionable priorities
• Influence policy and system-wide change across health and social care

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about making a meaningful impact on population health
• Experienced in high-level strategic roles within complex systems
• Skilled in managing strategic improvement, change, and development
• Educated to Masters level with a relevant professional qualification
• Adept at building trust, navigating complexity, and driving forward-thinking solutions

Why Join NHS Highland?

• Lead transformative work that will shape health outcomes for generations
• Collaborate with passionate professionals across sectors
• Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development

For more information please contact David Park – email: [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.