Deputy Programme Manager

To work with key personnel within the consortium to co-ordinate all activities to secure a coherent approach to administration, communication, project development, and budget management.

To manage the ongoing coordination of a high quality project selection process which aligns with D4Ds objectives and manage the team to deliver the ongoing portfolio of R&D projects.

To deputise for the Clinical Director in representing D4D.

To work with the Clinical Director and the core team members to develop business cases for new D4D initiatives ensuring D4D continues to develop its national brand as a key player within the innovation landscape.

R&D Management

Provide advice and support to the clinical themes to ensure they are aligned with the overall R&D strategy of D4D.

Support the project managers and individual project leaders to develop and manage project plans with milestones and deliverables for all aspects of the D4D portfolio of projects using effective, structured methodologies.

Proactively monitor D4D’s overall progress, resolving issues and initiating corrective action as appropriate.

Ensure D4D’s governance arrangements meet the needs of the partners, STHFT as the host trust and are agreed by the D4D Executive Committee.

Co-ordinating, Communication and Relationships

Responsible for coordinating the input and establishing close working relationships with all NHS, charity and university partners.

Manage 3rd party contributions to D4D in support of R&D activities and PR and Communications.

Oversee formal D4D communications, including the preparation and delivery of presentations and reports to the D4D consortium, stakeholders and other relevant groups.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant organisations and individuals, including D4D members and external collaborators.

The NIHR Devices for Dignity HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) is a nationally funded resource established to address areas of unmet clinical need. Hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, it has received £3m from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to establish this new centre.

Mission: To develop innovative health technologies for people with long-term conditions, preserving their dignity and independence.

Launched in April 1, 2024, the NIHR Devices for Dignity HRC will be one of 14 HealthTech Research Centres across England. It will replace the successful NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostic Co-operatives (MIC), building on 15 years of experience in medical technology development.

The HRC will focus on developing technologies for long-term neurological conditions, diabetes, kidney care and rehabilitation. It will also play a key national role in improving women’s health technologies and addressing mental health aspects associated with long-term conditions.

This clinician-led collaboration brings together healthcare professionals, patients, academia, and industry partners from across the country. It includes universities and NHS Trusts in Cambridge, Coventry, Leeds, London, Manchester, Rotherham, and Doncaster, as well as Sheffield’s universities. The HRC will identify unmet needs, generate evidence, and accelerate new technologies into clinical practice.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Liz Pryde Job title: Head of Operations Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 0114 2713737