Senior Policy Advisor - System Architecture (Maternity Cover)

Lead policy influencing strategy develop and drive proactive, member-informed influencing plans, producing credible recommendations for national policymakers and responding quickly to emerging issues. Act as a recognised subject matter expert on system architecture and the NHS operating model gather insight from members and the wider system, and provide insight, briefings and clear policy positions to stakeholders. Ensure policy alignment and coherence contribute to policy work across The NHS Alliance which relate to system architecture and the NHS operating model, ensuring outputs are consistent with wider organisational priorities and positions. Represent and promote our policy work internally and externally support senior leadership to influence national debates through media, events and stakeholder engagement, raising the profile of members work. Lead delivery of projects and programmes scope, plan and manage key projects, ensuring the are delivered effectively, on time, and to a high standard. Build and manage strategic relationships develop strong relationships with members, partners and stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and joint policy or delivery initiatives. Support organisational sustainability and growth contribute to membership recruitment and retention, business planning and the development of commercial and contract opportunities and income streams. Provide leadership and team management line manage staff, support their professional development, and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team culture.