Senior Manager, People & Organisation Development (Organisation Development)

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Manager for Organisation Development (OD) to join our People & Organisation Development (P&OD) team. This pivotal role will collaborate with the Chief of P&OD to cultivate and sustain an organisational culture rooted in trust, engagement, and empowerment. The Senior Manager will play a crucial role in enhancing collaboration and co-creating a better workplace for the WH family, while ensuring our operational strategies align with the evolving needs of the healthcare landscape.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Change Management

• Lead or oversees the development and execution of Change Management initiatives at the organisational level, effectively balancing people-focused engagement with project management.
• Facilitate change management initiatives and assess current development programmes to ensure they align with WH’s vision, goals, and desired culture.
• Support stakeholders in navigating the complexities of change and enhance their change implementation capabilities.
• Design inclusive processes that encourage participation from system members during change initiatives.
• Manage stakeholders across various organisational levels and clusters, ensuring comprehensive engagement and support.

Translational Simulation as a Service

• Spearhead the establishment of Translational Simulation as a service within WH.
• Collaborate with the WH Simulation Committee to strategically develop and oversee the use of translational simulation to enhance health service performance and deliver value-driven care.
• Intervene in system dynamics to improve relationships, team performance, and care interfaces.
• Diagnose systemic issues such as culture, professionalism, and patient experience through simulation.
   

OD Consultancy Work

• Partner with internal leaders across departments and professional groups to enhance organisational capabilities in managing change and driving improvements.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of people strategies that align with strategic and operational plans.
• Guide clients through the OD consulting process, from contracting to executing and evaluating interventions.
• Utilize data analysis to support clients in making informed decisions and planning actionable steps.
• Facilitate the development of evaluation plans to measure the success of programmes and identify improvement areas.

General Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other P&OD leads on cross-cutting organisational projects.
• Work alongside NHG OD practitioners to contribute to cluster-level initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in organisational behaviour, psychology, social work, sociology, communications, or related field; healthcare experience is an advantage.
• A postgraduate qualification in OD/Organisational Psychology or certificates in established OD programmes are preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based and data-informed interventions.
• Proven track record in leading teams and managing projects at various organisational levels.
• Strong project management and facilitation skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity and complexity.
• Lateral thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for research and continuous learning.
• Proficient writing and analytical skills.
• Resourcefulness and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Strong leadership abilities and mentorship qualities.
• Comfortable with long working hours at time and may require to run workshops or event on weekend as requested.

If you are passionate about fostering an organisational culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement in healthcare, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead transformative change at WH.