Job summary
- Main area
- ADMIN
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent: PA
- Hours
- Full time
- Home or remote working
- Job ref
- TS - 6768843
- Employer
- Arden and GEM Commissioning Support Unit
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Wellington House
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 pa
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/11/2024 23:59
Employer heading
FDP Senior Governance Secretariat Officer
NHS AfC: Band 7
Arden & GEM is a leading Commissioning Support Unit (CSU) working across the health and care system in England to provide transformational solutions, business support and clinical services. We work in partnership with other health and care organisations to design, develop and deliver better care for patients that improves health outcomes while making efficient use of resources. Regardless of function, specialism, or location, we are all united in our commitment to improving health and wellbeing for everyone.
Our services are built on a strong foundation of experienced people who build great relationships, a commitment to NHS values and a thorough understanding of our clients and the challenges they face.
Arden & GEM CSU is committed to supporting the redeployment of our at risk employees. In line with our policy, staff at risk may be given preferential consideration to posts that could be considered suitable alternative employment. We reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. We apologise if you experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle.
Job overview
The Senior Governance Secretariat Officer will play a critical role in ensuring effective governance and decision-making within the NHS’s Federated Data Platform programme. This position involves planning and managing meetings, creating briefing packs, maintaining action logs, and liaising with stakeholders to drive progress between governance meetings.
- Hybrid role with flexibility for home working, alongside monthly visits to the NHS office at its new location.
- Band 7, ranging from £46,148 to £52,809, dependent on experience.
- Full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week).
Main duties of the job
- Forward planning and preparation for all governance meetings, including creating briefing packs and chair briefings.
- Manage action logs and follow up on action points between meetings to ensure progress.
- Provide expert secretariat support, including minute-taking and distributing meeting outcomes.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and governance processes.
- Support the development of governance strategies and maintain the Terms of Reference for key groups.
Working for our organisation
The role is within NHS England’s Data and Analytics Directorate, which is driving transformation to improve the use of data in health and care. You’ll be working with the Federated Data Platform, a system designed to integrate data across Trusts and Integrated Care Boards to improve patient care and operational efficiency. The FDP connects systems that don’t usually communicate, enhancing care coordination and data-driven decision-making.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Governance Secretariat Officer will:
- Plan and organise governance meetings, ensuring all necessary materials, such as briefing packs, are prepared in advance.
- Manage action logs, ensuring follow-up and progress between meetings.
- Act as secretariat for meetings, recording minutes, and disseminating outcomes.
- Develop and maintain governance strategies, ensuring governance processes are adhered to.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support effective governance practices.
- Maintain accurate Terms of Reference for key governance groups.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Significant experience in coordinating projects and managing governance processes.
- Proven ability to handle complex meetings and senior stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience in minute-taking and maintaining detailed records.
- Excellent communication skills, engaging with diverse stakeholders
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in healthcare or the public sector, ideally within the NHS.
- Familiarity with governance practices in the public sector.
Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or with equivalent experience.
- Postgraduate qualifications in governance or project management are desirable.
Next Steps:
We value independent thinking and risk-taking. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas. Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment.
Visit our website at www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk to learn more about who we are and apply.
Note: We are not sponsoring this position, so applicants must be UK residents.
Person specification
Application Form
Essential criteria
- NHS Exp
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- [email protected]
- Job title
- AGEM TALENT CONSULTANTS
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 00000000000
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Arden & Gem Talent Solutions
- Telephone
- 07919 393975
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