Strategy, Partnerships & Innovation Programme Manager

St Mary's Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's Hospital recherche un Manager de Programme pour la Stratégie, Partenariats et Innovation. Ce poste clé conçoit, coordonne et met en œuvre des initiatives stratégiques visant à innover les soins de santé. La personne idéale possède une expérience solide en gestion du changement et en leadership, et se passionne pour l'impact sur les patients et les communautés.

Benefits

Développement de carrière

Flexibilité au travail

Initiatives de bien-être

Reconnaissance des employés

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans la conduite de changements stratégiques.
• Capacité à travailler avec des équipes cliniques et des groupes de patients.
• Expérience dans la conception et la livraison de programmes.

Responsibilities

• Coordonner et mettre en œuvre la stratégie organisationnelle.
• Foster l'innovation et gérer les partenariats clés.
• Travailler dans une équipe de direction senior.

Skills

Leadership stratégique

Collaboration

Analyse de données

Compétences en gestion de projet

Compétences en communication

Education

Diplôme de niveau universitaire

Qualification en stratégie ou en science de l'innovation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Strategy, Partnerships & Innovation Programme Manager, London

Client: St Mary's Hospital

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: 19fe99210022

Job Views: 5

Posted: 25.06.2025

Expiry Date: 09.08.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

The work of the strategy, research, innovation & improvement directorate primarily focuses on the delivery of the third strategic goal – ‘to build learning, improvement and innovation into everything we do’. The directorate includes sub-functions of improvement, innovation, strategy & partnerships, sustainability, population health & equity, and life sciences. Each of these sub-functions leads on the development & delivery of key strategic programmes through practical implementation, use of improvement methods, capability building, and development of partnerships across specific subject areas prioritized nationally. We seek a dynamic Strategy, Partnerships & Innovation Programme Manager to support our Executive Director, Prof Bob Klaber, in delivering our ambitious objectives. This role is pivotal in coordinating and implementing our organisational strategy, fostering innovation, and managing key partnerships. The responsibilities of the post holder are detailed in the job description. You will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery, fostering innovation, and building meaningful partnerships that benefit our patients and communities.

Interviews will be held on Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th July (virtually).

Some candidates may progress to a 2nd interview on Monday 21st July (in person at St Mary's Hospital).

Main duties of the job

Please carefully review the Job Description and Person Specification as they clearly outline the responsibilities, skills, and behaviors required. If you wish to discuss the role further, our Exec Director Bob Klaber is available as a contact.

The portfolio is diverse and fast-moving; the post holder must work flexibly and be an active part of the senior leadership team, shaping the direction of our strategy, innovation & partnerships work.

Our most important requirement is kindness—a core value and behavior expected of all staff. We value curiosity, learning, and inclusivity of diverse voices. When applying, please explain how you will contribute to these values through your work and leadership.

Regarding AI, while we have an AI strategy, we advise caution in its use in your application. We value high-quality, logical, evidence-based writing that reflects your values and what matters most to you. Applications will be evaluated with significant weighting on this aspect.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare, you will work with leading clinicians and achieve extraordinary things with a vibrant team that embodies our values: expert, kind, collaborative, and aspirational. We offer career development, flexible working, wellbeing initiatives, staff recognition, and optional benefits such as Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, and leisure memberships.

We are committed to equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job-sharing options. Please discuss these during your interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description and person specification, outlining key tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge, are available as attachments with the job advert.

Person specification

Education/qualifications

Essential:

• Degree level education
• Postgraduate qualification or relevant experience
• Strategy, innovation, and/or improvement science qualification or relevant experience

Desirable:

• Experience in implementing strategic change programs
• Formal coaching/mentoring/training qualification
• Project/program management qualification
• Research degree (e.g., PhD, MD)

Experience

Essential:

• Significant experience leading strategic change in complex environments
• Experience working with external staff (e.g., commissioners, patient groups) to deliver improvements
• Experience working with clinical staff, including senior clinicians and academics
• Experience designing, developing, and delivering programs or projects

Desirable:

• Experience collaborating with corporate teams to improve care quality and efficiency
• Experience supporting change in politically sensitive settings
• Experience within or with large NHS providers
• Experience working with communities and third sector organizations

Skills/knowledge/abilities

Essential:

• Ability to employ various tools and techniques for planning, delivering, monitoring, evaluating, and sustaining improvements and change, including coaching project teams
• Strong understanding of research and evaluation methods, including impact evaluation and ROI
• Proficient IT skills (email, Microsoft Office)
• Budget management skills, including external funding
• Ability to work in a matrix structure and collaborate across expertise
• Data analysis skills from multiple sources for project planning and reporting
• Risk assessment and mitigation skills
• Excellent writing and presentation skills to articulate strategic priorities

Please regularly check your emails for communication throughout the recruitment process. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and possibly text message.

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