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Chief Digital Information Officer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Healthcare
  • Manchester, +1

AI generated summary

  • You need senior digital leadership experience in healthcare, strategic vision translation, team development skills, strong stakeholder relationships, knowledge of digital trends, security issues, and supplier management.
  • You will drive digital strategy, optimize technologies, enhance cyber security, and foster collaboration for digital mental health innovations.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a senior digital leader within a complex organisation, ideally within healthcare, public services, or a similarly regulated environment.
  • Proven experience of setting, communicating and translating a strategic vision into deliverable operational plans, delivering large-scale digital transformation and managing significant capital programmes.
  • Proven success of leading, inspiring and developing high-performing and cross-functional technical teams, establishing and owning key performance indicators whilst raising performance levels and developing critical capabilities.
  • Proven ability to establish, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all colleagues, partners and diverse stakeholders (ideally at Board level) to deliver impact with excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Working knowledge of emerging digital trends and technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital health innovation (ideally), including regulatory and ethical considerations.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of industry standard security issues and processes.
  • Experience in supplier management, with the ability to establish and improve supplier performance standards and deliver value for money.

Responsibilities

  • drive the Trust’s digital vision and strategy, as we further advance our digital capabilities and become a data-driven, digitally mature organisation aligned with both national priorities and local community needs.
  • oversee the strategic use of digital technologies, cyber security, and the continued optimisation of our Electronic Patient Record, while enabling inclusive digital access and smarter ways of working across clinical and corporate services.
  • influence care at scale, collaborate with system partners across Greater Manchester and nationally, and position GMMH as a centre of excellence for digital mental health innovation.

FAQs

What is the application process for the Chief Digital Information Officer position?

Please do not submit your application via this platform; instead, visit https://gmmh-appointments.com for further information.

Who will the Chief Digital Information Officer report to?

The CDIO will report to the CEO, Karen Howell OBE.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Chief Digital Information Officer?

The CDIO will lead innovation, data strategy, and IT operations to improve mental health care and patient outcomes, drive the Trust’s digital vision and strategy, oversee the strategic use of digital technologies and cyber security, and optimize the Electronic Patient Record.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

Candidates should have proven experience as a senior digital leader in a complex organization, particularly in healthcare or regulated environments, along with a strong track record in digital transformation, team leadership, effective stakeholder relationships, and knowledge of emerging digital trends.

Is experience in supplier management required for this position?

Yes, candidates should have experience in supplier management, including establishing performance standards and delivering value for money.

What does the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provide?

GMMH provides inpatient and community-based mental health care across various locations, as well as specialist mental health and substance misuse services throughout Greater Manchester and beyond.

What can potential candidates expect from working in Greater Manchester?

Greater Manchester is known for its innovative environment, vibrant inner city, and a warm, welcoming community, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Can candidates contact someone for informal visits or questions?

Yes, candidates can contact Sarah Luxford, Partner, at gmmh@gatenbysanderson.com or call 07812 150 386 for informal visits or questions.

We provide life-changing mental health and substance misuse recovery services.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health services across Greater Manchester. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate mental health care that enhances the quality of life for individuals and their families. They focus on supporting mental wellbeing through comprehensive, patient-centered services and innovative treatments tailored to meet the needs of their diverse community.