Job summaryThe Design and Collaboration Manager is responsible for the development and delivery of innovation and collaboration practices, programmes and services within Q. This role plays a central part in how Q influences the wider health and care system by building strong, trusting relationships with prospective and existing partners. By championing Qsexpertiseanddemonstratingthe value of collaborative improvement, the role helps to position Q as a credible and supportive partner.A core aspect of the role is designing and leading projects and programmes that enable practitioners, seniorleadersand patients to make progress on complex challenges. By creating spaces where people can think differently, test ideas and learn together, the role directly contributes to building the conditions that allow improvement to spread and sustain.This role is a core part of the Servicesteam. It will alsocontribute to the development and delivery of member offers.Main duties of the jobAs Design and Collaboration Manager you will:Design and deliver impactful improvement programmes using service design, systems thinking and innovation approaches.Facilitate collaboration and learning through engaging workshops, coaching and participatory activities with diverse stakeholders.Lead projects from idea to impact, bringing together evidence, insight and people to deliver meaningful change.Build trusted partnerships and grow new opportunities, developing relationships, proposals and services that expand Q's impact.Shape and strengthen Q's work, contributing to learning, innovation and an inclusive approach across everything we do. About usQ is a membership community collaboratively accelerating the improvement of care in the UK and Ireland. We learn together, support each other and share insights to address health system challenges. And we provide a range of paid for services that draw on our expertise in improvement, innovation and transformation to help deliver sustainable change in health care organisations and systems. We operate as a distinct unit within the NHS Alliance, working in active partnership with the wider organisation, with a view to potential increased integration during 2026 and beyond.The NHS Alliance is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff. We offer a range of inclusive employment policies including family friendly policies and flexible working and we have range of channels to support staff from different backgrounds including our staff networks and a staff forum.The NHS Alliance is committed to being a flexible employer. We understand the value and benefit to our employees being able to work flexibly and our agile working principles are designed to empower our people to work with optimal flexibility and minimal constraints to support a work life balance and take care of employee health and wellbeing.You will receive an excellent benefits package, including 30 days annual leave (plus
Design and Collaboration Manager in Kennington employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
