Senior Delivery Manager

This is a Fixed Term post for 23 months due to funding.

We are looking for a skilled and driven
Senior Delivery Manager to support the delivery of a targeted Lung Cancer Screening with integrated smoking cessation Service for Wales. Lung cancer is the third most common type of cancer in Wales but is by far the leading cause of cancer deaths. This pivotal role will ensure the digital delivery of this high-impact new public service to time, within scope, and aligned to strategic and operational priorities.

You will apply agile methodologies across multiple work streams facilitating ceremonies, coaching teams, and fostering collaborative, adaptable ways of working. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and external partners to help shape an effective, future-ready screening service.

If you're passionate about digital transformation, agile delivery, and public health innovation, this is your opportunity to make a real difference

Facilitate the effective digital delivery of the service, combining agile methodologies with other project management approaches to work seamlessly across the Programme. Coordinate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, ensuring team collaboration and alignment with programme delivery milestones.

Develop and maintain delivery plans, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure timely reporting to relevant stakeholders and key delivery partners. Act as a key contact for stakeholders, translating complex digital concepts into accessible language and promoting transparency across teams.

Coach and mentor cross-functional teams to embed agile practices, encourage self-organisation, and promote a culture of responsiveness and high performance.

Manage delivery documentation, budgets, and ensure compliance with NHS governance and information standards. Support change processes and stakeholder engagement through clear communication and structured implementation.

For further information on Public Health Wales please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health agency 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.

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Join Public Health Wales as a Senior Delivery Manager and be at the forefront of transforming how we deliver key digital services. You will drive agile delivery, facilitating sprints, coaching teams, removing obstacles, and ensuring milestones are reached on time, within scope, and to defined quality standards. From improving team performance to translating complex ideas for non-technical audiences, your leadership will have a visible impact on the new health service for Wales.

What You Will DoAgile Champion:
Lead ceremonies, embed best practices, and tailor agile approaches across Scrum, Kanban, and Hybrid delivery models. Ensure Outcomes:
Manage risks, track progress, and ensure digital and data projects are aligned with business goals. Engage Stakeholders:
Bridge communication between technical teams and senior leaders, turning ideas into actionable steps. Drive Change:
Support digital transformation with robust planning, governance, and change management practices. Lead Teams:
Train and mentor individuals, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to team growth and professional development. Maintain Plans:
Support delivery speed and progress transparency by maintaining plans and managing complexity.

What You Have to Offer

A strong communicator and influencer with a passion for coaching high-performing teams. Skilled at working across complex environments involving multiple stakeholders particularly in healthcare or the public sector. Comfortable managing multiple priorities, risks, and team dynamics. Practical experience in leading delivery.

Full details of the position are available in the Job…