Programme Office Manager - Strategy, Programmes & Innovation

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare system in Scotland is seeking an experienced PMO Manager to lead the management of digital projects and ensure governance compliance. In this role, you will coordinate project requests, maintain project management processes, and engage with key stakeholders to enhance digital services. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in a health or public sector PMO, strong governance understanding, and excellent communication skills. Join us to shape digital transformation in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a PMO or large-scale digital programme within health or public sector.
• Strong understanding of project governance, lifecycle management, and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the PMO function within the Digital Directorate.
• Lead the governance process for new project requests.
• Maintain and evolve project management processes and tools.

Skills

Project governance

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

PRINCE2 or equivalent certification

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Join NHSGGC Digital Team to manage the dedicated Programme Management Office

Shift Pattern - Monday-Friday (9-5)

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the PMO function within the Digital Directorate, including oversight of project pipelines and resource allocation.
• Lead the governance process for new project requests, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and compliance with NHS GGC standards.
• Maintain and evolve project management processes, templates, and reporting tools.
• Support governance groups.
• Provide expert guidance to project leads and stakeholders on delivery assurance, risk management, and benefits realisation.
• Monitor progress against the Digital Delivery Plan and elevate issues as required.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in managing a PMO or large-scale digital programme within health or public sector.
• Strong understanding of project governance, lifecycle management, and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Familiarity with NHS governance structures and digital transformation priorities is highly desirable.

Desirable

• PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent project/programme management certification.
• Experience working with digital health systems and data governance.

Why Join Us

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is at the forefront of digital transformation in healthcare. This role offers the opportunity to shape how digital services are delivered across one of the UK’s largest health boards, contributing to better care, better value, and a better workplace.

NHSC Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

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