Strategy Manager

In 2020, the NHS became the world's first health service to commit to reaching net zero in response to the profound and growing threat to health posed by climate change. The team is responsible for supporting this commitment.
We are seeking Strategy Managers to lead our national programme. This is an exciting time to join the team, and to play a part in the delivery of a modern, efficient and productive health service. We are seeking highly organised and capable strategists, with experience in both developing policies and strategies, and managing complex programmes and projects with multiple interdependencies.
There are opportunities to lead (1) an efficient, effective, and professional programme management function, including reporting, internal business planning and prioritisation, as well as provision of high-quality secretariat support, and (2) the development and implementation of policies and strategies to support NHS net zero goals, including providing subject matter expertise and in-depth analysis to address key challenges.
Joining a skilled, passionate, and friendly team, the post holder will work in a mutually supportive way across the function, to ensure that our shared objectives are achieved within a positive, collaborative, and quality focused environment. The post holder will also deputise for the Senior Manager and Head of Strategy, and support their work with the Chief Sustainability Officer, leading across national strategic objectives., As a Strategy Manager in the Greener NHS function, the post holder will work across the organisation as part of a dynamic team, delivering the Long-Term Plan sustainability commitments alongside the strategy to deliver a net zero NHS. We are seeking Strategy Managers to lead our national programme. This is an exciting time to join the team to make a significant impact on the NHS's journey towards sustainability, and to play a part in the delivery of a modern, efficient and productive health service.
The roles would suit organised and capable strategists, with experience of managing programmes and supporting delivery of complex packages of work with multiple interdependencies. One of the roles will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of sustainability policies and strategies, engaging and managing a wide range of stakeholders, and providing expert guidance on climate and health issues. The other will lead the provision of an effective and professional programme management function, including business planning and prioritisation, reporting, and high-quality secretariat for the national board., + Develop and implement policies and strategies that support the NHS's net zero goals, using strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Lead the planning and delivery of agreed Greener NHS projects, including management of interdependencies within NHS England and with other NHS national bodies and Governmental departments.
+ Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across NHS England and external partners, managing engagement to foster collaboration and build buy-in to strategic initiatives and solutions.
+ Apply knowledge of climate change and healthcare to inform policy development, strategic planning and decision making, ensuring an evidence-based approach.
+ Prepare high-quality briefings, papers, and reports for senior leaders, boards, and external stakeholders, distilling complex information into clear, actionable insights that guide decision-making.
+ Help to manage and mentor more junior members of the team.
+ Horizon scanning for the identification of trends and innovations in health and healthcare.
+ Work flexibly across the Greener NHS portfolio, adapting to shifting priorities and contributing expertise to various projects and initiatives as needed.
Our commitments to you
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes. We strive to ensure our people feel trusted, valued and empowered. We're passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow and excel, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that. We welcome your talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro-divergent.
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The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
+ Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
+ Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
+ Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
+ Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
+ Delivering value for money.
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Our Organisation
The NHS is building a culture that is positive, compassionate and inclusive - and we all have our part to play.
As employers we are committed to protecting and promoting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our colleagues. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution and supports us to be an Employer of Choice, while helping our colleagues to deliver high quality services for our patients and communities.
As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Talk to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's a job share, part time, hybrid working or another flexible pattern. In addition, although the role advertised may have a 'home' office base indicated, we remain committed to supporting flexibility around workplace locations. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.