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Reference: 2399347
Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL 31ST MARCH 2027 DUE TO FUNDING.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We areseeking an experienced and dynamic leader to head a team of policy specialists and drive the successful delivery of an ambitious programme of work. This role will lead policy development, oversee complex programmes and projects, and ensure delivery against organisational priorities.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record in programme and project management, alongside significant experience of leading and developing high-performing teams. They will be an inspiring leader, able to motivate, support and empower others while managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality outcomes.
A key aspect of the role will be championing a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture, fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement across the team.
In return, we offer great benefits including hybrid and flexible working, a fantastic NHS pension, excellent annual leave, cycle to work and car lease schemes, childcare voucher schemes, plus many more.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities:
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Lead, manage and develop a team of policy specialists.
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Oversee the delivery of a diverse programme of work, ensuring objectives are met on time and to a high standard.
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Drive effective project and programme management across multiple workstreams.
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Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performance culture.
Public Health Wales works to achieve a healthier future for the people in Wales. If you are enthusiastic and motivated and want to make a difference to the people in Wales, then this is an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly talented, cross-functional, dynamic and friendly team.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£58,379 to £65,723 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
028-AC197-1026
Job locations
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of this role, there will be a requirement to work 1 days per month from our Cardiff office. Additional attendance may be required, for example, for key meetings, training, events, or to support service delivery. Applicants should ensure they are able to meet this requirement. Office attendance expectations may be reviewed in line with organisational and service needs.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of this role, there will be a requirement to work 1 days per month from our Cardiff office. Additional attendance may be required, for example, for key meetings, training, events, or to support service delivery. Applicants should ensure they are able to meet this requirement. Office attendance expectations may be reviewed in line with organisational and service needs.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive management experience in a senior role including staff management
- Experience of successfully leading and implementing projects / programmes at a national level.
- Experience of successfully leading and implementing project driven change management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise, plan and prioritise a complex strategic programme to meet appropriate deadlines typically involving other disciplines/organisations
- Ability to work closely with people in other disciplines and form professional working relationships
- Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organisation
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members and other staff
- Can demonstrate initiative, creativity, flexibility and a personal ethos of continuous improvement
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive management experience in a senior role including staff management
- Experience of successfully leading and implementing projects / programmes at a national level.
- Experience of successfully leading and implementing project driven change management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise, plan and prioritise a complex strategic programme to meet appropriate deadlines typically involving other disciplines/organisations
- Ability to work closely with people in other disciplines and form professional working relationships
- Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organisation
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members and other staff
- Can demonstrate initiative, creativity, flexibility and a personal ethos of continuous improvement
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
Cardiff, Wrexham, Swansea
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom