Chief Delivery Officer

Strategic Leadership and Operational Delivery Provide executive leadership for operational performance across Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, ensuring delivery of national and local performance standards. Lead the development and implementation of effective systems, processes and performance frameworks that support operational excellence, productivity, efficiency and high-quality patient care across the Group. Transformation and Service Improvement Lead the development and implementation of the Group's standard operating model, driving large-scale transformation, service redesign and continuous improvement programmes. Work collaboratively with Executive colleagues to optimise capacity, improve patient outcomes, identify opportunities for shared services and support the delivery of the Group's long-term strategic objectives. Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Act as the Trust's Executive Lead for Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Business Continuity. Ensure robust plans, training and testing arrangements are in place to meet statutory requirements, maintain organisational resilience and provide assurance to the Board regarding emergency planning and compliance. Leadership, People and Culture Provide visible, inclusive and inspiring leadership across the organisation, fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment and continuous improvement. Develop high-performing teams, support talent and leadership development, and ensure staff are equipped to deliver safe, effective and compassionate services. Partnership Working, Governance and Assurance Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the Trust across the wider health and care system. Ensure effective governance, risk management and performance oversight arrangements are in place, providing assurance to the Board and supporting the delivery of safe, sustainable and high-quality services. Job description Job responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Operational Delivery Provide executive leadership for operational performance across Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, ensuring delivery of national and local performance standards. Lead the development and implementation of effective systems, processes and performance frameworks that support operational excellence, productivity, efficiency and high-quality patient care across the Group. Transformation and Service Improvement Lead the development and implementation of the Group's standard operating model, driving large-scale transformation, service redesign and continuous improvement programmes. Work collaboratively with Executive colleagues to optimise capacity, improve patient outcomes, identify opportunities for shared services and support the delivery of the Group's long-term strategic objectives. Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Act as the Trust's Executive Lead for Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Business Continuity. Ensure robust plans, training and testing arrangements are in place to meet statutory requirements, maintain organisational resilience and provide assurance to the Board regarding emergency planning and compliance. Leadership, People and Culture Provide visible, inclusive and inspiring leadership across the organisation, fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment and continuous improvement. Develop high-performing teams, support talent and leadership development, and ensure staff are equipped to deliver safe, effective and compassionate services. Partnership Working, Governance and Assurance Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the Trust across the wider health and care system. Ensure effective governance, risk management and performance oversight arrangements are in place, providing assurance to the Board and supporting the delivery of safe, sustainable and high-quality services.