Job Title: Programme Manager – Health and Social Care
Location: London / Hybrid
Salary: £32,000 – £44,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of digital technology. With over 1000 members (the majority of which are SMEs) across the UK, techUK creates a network for innovation and collaboration across business, government and stakeholders to provide a better future for people, society, the economy and the planet. By providing expertise and insight, we support our members, partners and stakeholders as they prepare the UK for what comes next in a constantly changing world.
The Health & Social Care Programme is one of the largest at techUK. The Programme represents over 350 members in the health and care tech sector and has strong relationships across relevant Central, Devolved and Local Government departments. The Programme works on behalf of a range of exciting technology companies revolutionising health and care, and working closely with NHS bodies (including Trusts and ICSs), the Department for Health & Social Care, and other key organisations such as NICE and the MHRA. This role acts as a link between the tech sector, policymakers, and customers in health and social care, ultimately delivering maximum value to techUK’s members.
Role Purpose:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing techUK’s Health and Social Care Programme alongside an existing Programme Manager, Junior Programme Manager and will report to the Head of Programme. The position requires the ability to work on a large range of activities, from high profile research projects to supplier engagement events. You can expect to engage with senior officials and tech leaders from across the health and social system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Programme in the implementation of techUK’s Health and Social Care Programme
- Support the Head of Programme in delivering the objectives of the Health and Social Care Council (the body representing industry), including the smooth running of Council meetings, and delivering stakeholder engagement activities
- Successfully lead, manage, and deliver the programme of industry events and meetings, including identifying stakeholders, chairing virtual and in-person briefing events, and arranging workshops and roundtables
- Manage techUK’s partnerships and relationships with key NHS and social care bodies
- Contribute to thought leadership blogs to be published on the techUK website and also for trade journals
- Managing Working Groups/Forums to provide value for members, such as the techUK Interoperability and Health Data Forum
- Raise the profile of the programme through effective use of social media and developing blogs for publication on the techUK website and trade journals
- Help manage relationships with members to ensure maximum value from techUK membership
- Assist the Head of Programme and the Business Development team in the finding and recruiting of new members through research and articulating, explaining and showcasing the benefits of membership
- Produce summaries of key policy documents and support the preparation of public policy submissions to regulatory reviews or government consultations
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:
Core Competencies:
- A self-motivated individual who is comfortable managing several projects at once
- A team player who is comfortable working with relevant teams across techUK
- Strong interpersonal skills and good at building relationships with senior level stakeholders
- Highly effective communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information effectively to a range of audiences
Essential Knowledge and Experience:
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of the Health and Social Care technology market
- Strong knowledge of public policy and public affairs
- Strong interest in the UK tech and health sectors and techUK’s mission
- Experience of writing reports, briefing notes, and responding to public sector consultations
- Has a proven track record and experience of building and managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- A good understanding of how a trade association operates
Desired knowledge and experience:
- A proven track record of managing events, including briefings, workshops and roundtables, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
- Account management and business development experience
Additional Information:
This is a full time role based out of techUK’s London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy.
This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.
The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment.
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Candidates with experience of; Health and Social Care Project Manager, Health and Social Care, Project Manager, Health and Social Care Technology, Technology Programme Manager, Public Sector Project Manager, Public Affairs Programme Manager may also be considered for this role.
