Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to carry out a one-year research project exploring the feasibility of establishing a community-based hub for older people affected by dementia in Lewes and District. This project is inspired by the successful Sage House Model (see Dementia Support at Sage House | West Sussex Dementia Services & Support ) and aims to improve wellbeing and reduce health and care costs. The outcome of the project will be a comprehensive feasibility report and recommendations for next steps regarding a physical, public-facing integrated hub that will serve the local community.

Given the system-wide, multi-agency context, candidates should ideally have a good working knowledge of the East Sussex health and social care landscape, and excellent communication skills to engage with the wide range of stakeholders. We will also welcome candidates who have lived experience of being affected by dementia in addition to their professional experience.

You Will Also Have

• Proven experience in project management, preferably within the health and social care sector.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough research and analysis and to report the results verbally and in writing.
• Passion for improving the lives of older adults and those affected by dementia.

This is a part-time, fixed-term role for one year, 30 hours per week. This community project is funded by the Friends of Lewes Victoria Hospital, has oversight by the East Sussex Dementia Working Group (a multi-provider collaborative group reporting to East Sussex Mental Health Oversight Board) and will be supported by existing leads and Dementia service providers within East Sussex. Clinical leadership and project management support and supervision will be provided by Sussex Partnership Trust.

The postholder\’s main base is open to negotiation. They will be expected to have some physical presence in the project area and a base may be available with primary care colleagues in Lewes for part of the time. Some travelling around the Lewes District is to be expected as part of the community engagement. Some hybrid working will also be possible.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Padmaprabha Dalby Job title: Clinical Director, Older Adult and Dementia Email address: padmaprabha.dalby@nhs.net Telephone number: 01903 803466

Candidates can additionally contact Ian Dyer, Programme Manager for Mental Health Integration at ian.dyer@eastsussex.gov.uk to learn more about the project and role. #J-18808-Ljbffr