Business and Performance Information Manager
Health Business Services (HBS)
Grade VIII
Job Specification & Terms and Conditions
Job Title and Grade / Business and Performance Information Manager (Grade VIII)Grade Code 0655
Campaign Reference / NRS03344
Closing Date / Tuesday 2nd February 2016 @ 12 noon
Proposed Interview Dates / February 2016
Taking up Appointment / A start date will be indicated at job offer stage.
Organisational Area / Health Business Services
Location of Post / Merchants Quay, Dublin 8 or Dr. Steevens’ Hospital, Dublin 8.
Informal Enquiries / John Smith, Deputy Director of HBS, Email: or phone (01) 8817039
Details of Service / The strategic framework for Reform of the Health Service 2012 – 2015 (“Future Health”) requires that the creation of new administrative structures in the health sector will not result in duplication of administrative functions across care groups or increases in administrative costs. It indicates that the new health structures will require use of shared services, particularly in relation to procurement, payroll and financial processing and management. In a time of significant change for the health sector in Ireland, the achievement of the ‘Future Health’ vision will require delivery of support services at a high quality and in a cost efficient manner that reflect the overriding objective of improving services to those who use our public health service, as well as helping those working in the service to deliver better services and demonstrating to taxpayers that value for money is being achieved.
Health Business Services (HBS) was created in March 2014 and is tasked with the delivery of a portfolio of shared service business delivery functions including Finance, Procurement, Estates, Enterprise Resource Planning and Human Resources. The HBS Strategypublished on the HSE website outlines the key priorities and actions for the period 2014-2016.
The Public Sector Reform Plan, published in November 2011 and further updated in January 2014, includes the implementation of shared service models within each sector as one of fourteen public service reform initiatives. The adoption of shared service models for support function delivery and some specialist services has a strong Government mandate and remains a key aspect of reform policy across the Public Service.
Reporting Relationship / Reporting to the Deputy Director HBS
Purpose of the Post / The Business and Performance Information Manager will support theDeputy Director of HBS in overseeing the introduction and delivery of a business monitoring system which will further develop the systematic collection, collation, measurement, benchmarking and reporting of data in line with the Key Strategic Initiatives as set out in the HBS Strategy 2014 – 2016.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities / HBS Business Information system
- Oversee the architectural development of a central repository of HBS data in respect of Enterprise Resource Planning Services (ERPS), Estates, HBS Finance, HBS Human Resources, Procurement and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in line with the HBS Strategy 2014 – 2016
- Undertake a HBS system wide data profiling analysis and make recommendations in relation to data content, consistency and structures
- Support HBS Services to further develop a hierarchy of robust performance indicators in relation to structures, processes, outcomes and quality improvement in line with the HBS Strategy 2014 – 2016
- Support HBS Services to set measurable profiled targets for performance indicators
- Pursue the collation of appropriate performance benchmarks to increase richness of business intelligence gathered
- Develop systems to ensure that data is collected and provided in line with agreed standard operating procedures
- Establish data definitions and minimum datasets through a metadata framework
- Oversee the application of interoperable standards in relation to data development and data transfer across services.
- Develop and deliver training systems and ancillary training guides to support HBS staff and services in the understanding and collection of valid and quality assured data
- Develop and oversee data audits; use audit findings to drive business logic and data consistency
- Ensure obligations under Data Protection are met
- Make recommendations in relation to real-time data collection at the point of service provision and advise on systems and software to support implementation
- Advise on an open access data system for HBS staff
- Present timely data and information in a manner that delivers analytical insight and supports the Heads of HBS Service in their operational, strategic, analytical and performance assurance roles
- Build and support the HBS Services’ capability to collate, analyse and report
- Assist in the understanding of business performance to support management and planning
- Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with HBS Heads of Service in relation to indicator review and development, metadata management, target setting and audit findings
- Provide appropriate support to operational systems and processes to aid the planning, development and continuing evolution of HBS
- Develop proposals for consideration by the HBS Heads of Service which identify areas for further review and development.
- To act as spokesperson for the Organisation as required
- Demonstrate pro-active commitment to all communications with internal and external stakeholders
General
- Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etcand comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.
To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications and/ or experience / Candidates must by the closing date for the receipt of applications possess the following as relevant to the role:
- Significantexperience at a senior level in business information systems; encompassing performance indicator development, data collection, data analytics,information management and outcome compliance
- Proven, documented experience of complex data interrogation and statistical analysis in a multi faceted organisation including high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to deliver analytical outputs to a high standard
- Proven track record of leading and delivering projects on time that are innovative and drive improvement
- A demonstrated record of supporting the delivery of change and experience of managing and working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Character
Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
Age
Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs
Other requirements specific to the post. / Access to own travel as post will involve travel
Skills, competencies and/or knowledge / Professional Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge and experience in developing and managing a system wide data repository
- Experienced in review and development of performance indicators that have supported and driven performance improvement
- Proven track record in the compilation of succinct reports, presentation of complex statistical and financial data and ability to interrogate variances on a service specific basis
- Knowledge and interest in developments and current thinking in relation to best practice in business information systems / business intelligence
- Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word and Excel and ideally in data management software
- Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet objectives within agreed timeframes and achieve quality results
- Ability to take personal responsibility to initiate activities and drive objectives through to a conclusion
- Evidence of effective project planning and organisational skills including an awareness of resource management and the importance of value for money
- The ability to improve efficiency within the working environment and the ability to evolve and adapt to a rapid changing environment
- A proven ability to prioritise, schedule and deliver on a wide variety of tasks and to manage competing demands and deadlines while consistently maintaining high standards and positive working relationships
- The ability to seek and seize opportunities that are beneficial to achieving organisation goals and strives to improve service delivery
- Demonstrated problem solving, numerical, analytical and decision making skills
- Ability to consider the range of options available, involve other parties at the appropriate time and level, to make balanced and timely decisions
- Practical experience and knowledge of evidence based decision making practices and methodologies
- Ability to beflexible, teamorientedandarelationship builderandhaveasignificanttrack record of achievement in the area
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate effectively in furthering the objectives of the role
- Excellentinterpersonalandcommunicationsskillsto facilitate work with a wide range of stakeholders
- Evidence of being a positive agent of change and performance improvement
- Demonstrate strong influencing and negotiating skills to achieve results
The candidate must demonstrate the following:
- Is personally committed and motivated for the complex role of Business and Performance Information Manager with HBS
- The ability to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and actively liaise with individuals and groups in the interest of project delivery
- Be capable of coping with competing demands without a diminution in performance
Campaign Specific Selection Process
Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview / A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements.
Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process.
Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation.
Code of Practice / The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”.
Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on
The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the job description may be reviewed.
This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned.
Business and Performance Information Manager (Grade VIII)
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Health Business Services
Tenure / The current vacancy is permanent and whole time.The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage.
Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004.
Remuneration / TheSalaryScaleforthepostis Grade VIII (01 July 2013)
€64,812 - €74,551 (7 points on scale)
Working Week / The standard working week applying to the post is 37 hours.
HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016).
Annual Leave / The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage.
Superannuation / This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004
Probation / Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71.
Infection Control / Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.
Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001
Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale (€ 64,812 as at 01.01.10) / Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale (€ 64,812 as at 01.01.2010) are designated positions under Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. Any person appointed to a designated position must comply with the requirements of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 as outlined below;
A) In accordance with Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, a person holding such a post is required to prepare and furnish an annual statement of any interests which could materially influence the performance of the official functions of the post. This annual statement of interest should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31st January in the following year.
B) In addition to the annual statement, a person holding such a post is required, whenever they are performing a function as an employee of the HSE and have actual knowledge, or a connected person, has a material interest in a matter to which the function relates, provide at the time a statement of the facts of that interest. A person holding such a post should provide such statement to the Chief Executive Officer. The function in question cannot be performed unless there are compelling reasons to do so and, if this is the case, those compelling reasons must be stated in writing and must be provided to the Chief Executive Officer.
C) A person holding such a post is required under the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 to act in accordance with any guidelines or advice published or given by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Guidelines for public servants on compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 are available on the Standards Commission’s website
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