Job Description. Project Officer. New post (12 months funding) MS Society Cymru. Wales (home based) Director, MS Society Cymru.

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1 Job Title: Project Officer Salary and Pay Band: C3 22,073-24,572 Hours: 35 Job Holder: Team (Directorate/ Nation): Location: New post (12 months funding) MS Society Cymru Wales (home based) Manager: Direct Reports: Director, MS Society Cymru None Part 1: JOB PROFILE MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: The project officer will work with health professionals, service managers and people with MS to establish delivery of MS specialist clinical appointments from specialist centres to rural hospitals via videoconference in several areas around Wales. 1 POSITION IN ORGANISATION: reporting to the Director, MS Society Cymru, and working closely with the SDO and ADO in the MS Cymru team

2 Director, MS Society Cymru Executive Assistant Project Officer Area Development Officer Service Development Officer Fundraising Manager Policy, Press & Campaigns Manager 2 SCOPE OF JOB: 1. Working with health services (70%) 2. Project development and delivery (15%) 3. Project management (10%) 4. External links (5%) 3 DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY: Day to day responsibility for managing workload and for delivering the project with remote supervision. No budgetary or line management responsibility

3 4 QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS LEVEL: Person Specification Qualifications Educated to at least A level standard Experience Proven experience of working within health care or a related field Has the ability to plan and manage project-based work Proven experience of working with decision-makers and clinical professionals in the health service and/or social services Has proven experience of working with loosely-structured groups, preferably in a voluntary organisation Experience of working positively in a diverse environment Knowledge and Skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade others of the benefits of change strong presentation skills proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office package especially Word, Excel, Outlook An understanding of disability and access issues confident in using different communication technologies the ability to communicate clearly and tactfully at different levels, both orally and in writing excellent organisational skills the ability to manage own time and prioritise with minimal supervision able to work as part of a team and on own initiative - 3 -

4 General Attributes demonstrate a willingness to develop skills on the role Ability and willingness to travel throughout Wales Full UK driving licence Part 2: MAIN DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Working with Health Services (70%) Work with clinicians and service managers to establish MS specialist telemedicine clinics at rural hospitals and GP surgeries. This will involve gathering their views on possible developments, persuading them of the benefits of this approach, arranging clinics and providing support for the clinics as necessary. Source training and support for clinicians and others in using videoconference equipment. Work with clinicians to establish GP advice service Seek to develop ways of delivering MS specialist support direct to people s homes by videoconference. 2 Project development and delivery (15%) Gather the views of people with MS to inform project development, by attending branch and support group meetings, questionnaires and other means. Promote the project amongst people with MS, clinicians and other relevant stakeholders. Developing relationships and links, and a communication system for the project. Help organise MS awareness events for GPs Organise other events as necessary to promote and develop the project. (3).Project management (15%) Assist the project evaluation process Identify opportunities for further project funding Prepare regular project reports - 4 -

5 (4). External links (5%) Work with the Rural Health Telemedicine Group (Welsh Assembly) and Neuro Response to take advantage of new developments in telemedicine and ensure shared learning from the project. Other Duties The post holder will need to travel extensively throughout Wales The post holder should be prepared to attend MS Society meetings in different parts of the country including MS National Centre. Some meetings may be during evenings or weekends. The post holder will be required to apply for a Disclosure check The post holder will be working in a developing environment and he/she will therefore be expected to undertake other appropriate duties as required for the effective operation of the MS Society. 1. Health and Safety: Responsibility for health and safety in the area under his/her control and ensure that he/she is familiar with the Society s policy statement on health and safety at work. 2. Equality and Diversity: Respect the unique contribution of every individual and work positively in an equal opportunity and diverse environment Job Holder s signature Print Name: Date: Line Manager s signature Date: 10/5/11-5 -

6 Print Name: Judi Rhys - 6 -