Strategic Implementation, Insight and Evaluation Officer

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Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Strategic Implementation, Insight and Evaluation Officer

The closing date is 19 November 2026

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Job summary

Are you curious, analytical and passionate about improving health and care services?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Strategic Implementation, Insight & Portfolio Management team, supporting the development of Dorset's Integrated Health Organisation (IHO) and a wide range of transformation programmes.

This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of strategic delivery. You will work across programme management, business analysis, insight, evaluation and improvement activity, helping turn organisational priorities into measurable outcomes.

From developing reports and board briefings to supporting workshops, analysing data and evaluating benefits, no two days will be the same. You will work closely with senior leaders and partners across the organisation and wider health and care system.

We are looking for someone who can gather and interpret complex information, produce high-quality written work, manage competing priorities and build effective working relationships. Experience of supporting projects, programmes or service improvement initiatives is essential. NHS, transformation, programme management or business analysis experience would be advantageous.

In return, we offer an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in strategic implementation, integrated care, portfolio management, evaluation and organisational improvement within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Main duties of the job

• Support the development of the Integrated Health Organisation (IHO) proposition through research, evidence gathering, stakeholder engagement and analysis.
• Support the development of strategic propositions, implementation plans, portfolio oversight arrangements, business cases, performance reporting, benefits realisation and evaluation activity through the provision of high-quality analysis, research, project management and stakeholder engagement support.
• Gather and interpret complex information, produce high-quality written work, manage competing priorities and build effective working relationships across stakeholders.
• Support the translation of agreed priorities into implementation plans, milestones, actions and deliverables.
• Support the identification of opportunities which may improve organisational performance, outcomes and productivity.
• Monitor progress against agreed milestones and support the production of performance and assurance reports.
• Contribute to the development of a culture of evidence-based decision making, organisational learning, continuous improvement and outcome-focused delivery across the Federated Dorset HealthCare and Dorset County Hospital.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

152-S118.26

Job locations

Dorset HealthCare

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel across Trust and partner sites as required for the role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience gained through employment.
• Qualification in project management, business analysis, improvement, evaluation or change management.

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Relevant experience supporting projects, programmes, service improvement, implementation initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources and producing evidence-based conclusions.
• Experience of producing reports, briefing papers, presentations or business documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Experience of monitoring progress against plans, milestones or deliverables and identifying risks, issues or dependencies.

Desirable

• Experience working within the NHS or wider public sector.
• Experience of portfolio, PMO or Transformation Management Office environments.

SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to analyse complex information and draw logical conclusions.
• Ability to produce concise and well-structured written reports.
• Ability to translate evidence into practical recommendations.
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and an evidence-based approach to problem solving.

Person Specification

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel across Trust and partner sites as required for the role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience gained through employment.
• Qualification in project management, business analysis, improvement, evaluation or change management.

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Relevant experience supporting projects, programmes, service improvement, implementation initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources and producing evidence-based conclusions.
• Experience of producing reports, briefing papers, presentations or business documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Experience of monitoring progress against plans, milestones or deliverables and identifying risks, issues or dependencies.

Desirable

• Experience working within the NHS or wider public sector.
• Experience of portfolio, PMO or Transformation Management Office environments.

SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to analyse complex information and draw logical conclusions.
• Ability to produce concise and well-structured written reports.
• Ability to translate evidence into practical recommendations.
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and an evidence-based approach to problem solving.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Transformation Director

Judith Dean

[email protected]

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

152-S118.26

Job locations

Dorset HealthCare

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

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