Job Description

Join Our Team at NHS Wales Joint Commissioning Committee
Position: Senior Project Manager (NWJCC)
Following the establishment of the NHS Wales Joint Commissioning Committee (NWJCC) on 1st April 2024 and a recent organisational restructure, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager (NWJCC), Joint Commissioning Committee (JCC) to support our journey as a newly formed organisation.
The NWJCC is a joint committee of the seven health boards in Wales, with a Chair and Lay Members. We support collaborative commissioning across Wales, with around 120 staff based in Mold and Nantgarw/Treforest.
Our mission to be The Centre of Excellence for Collaborative Commissioning, improving health and care outcomes across Wales. We commission around 220 services, from NHS 111 and ambulance services to specialised rare disease services, and mental health, operating a 1.14bn budget.
In this role, you will join a supportive, inclusive team, working with NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and UK provider organisations. We are seeking individuals who reflect our values of respect, trust, collaboration, and excellence--those who put patients and quality at the centre of everything they do.
If you're passionate about improving lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPTAPPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLYEMPLOYED BY NHS WALES
This post is a secondment until 8th February 2027 to cover a secondment, please obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying.
The Senior Project Manager will manage one or more specific large-scale projects across the organisation in collaboration with colleagues and partners including lead responsibility for the interpretation of national policy within the specialist area The project(s) may be part of a programme, or large stand-alone and they will be expected to be the planning lead with a high level of autonomy. Manage project staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
48,527 to 55,532 a year per annum
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-AC058-0226
Job locations
Unit 1 The Willowford
Treforest Industrial Estate
Pontypridd
CF37 5YL
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• Educated to Postgraduate Diploma level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Project and/or Programme management office qualification, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Masters level qualification

Experience
Essential

• Experience of management and managing successful projects
• Effective partnership working in the public sector
• Experience of effective stakeholder working with external bodies

Desirable

• Experience as a formal project manager
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• People Management skills
• Track record of complex problem solving in a project management environment
• Competent in the use of desktop applications

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications e.g., Excel, Power BI

Other
Essential

• Travel around Wales, and possibly further afield on a regular basis

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards

Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• Educated to Postgraduate Diploma level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Project and/or Programme management office qualification, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Masters level qualification

Experience
Essential

• Experience of management and managing successful projects
• Effective partnership working in the public sector
• Experience of effective stakeholder working with external bodies

Desirable

• Experience as a formal project manager
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• People Management skills
• Track record of complex problem solving in a project management environment
• Competent in the use of desktop applications

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications e.g., Excel, Power BI

Other
Essential

• Travel around Wales, and possibly further afield on a regular basis

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards

Skills Required