Programmes and Partnerships Manager

Job summary This role is open to current NHS employees only and is offered as a 4-month fixed-term contract. Lead on race equity across the NHS in the North West. We're seeking a values-driven, strategic Programmes and Partnerships Manager to take a senior leadership role in the NHS North West Race Equity Assembly. If you're passionate about anti-racism and experienced in leading complex programmes, this is your opportunity to shape system-wide change. The Assembly challenges racism and health inequalities, amplifying the voices of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities. Our flagship Anti-racist Framework supports NHS organisations to embed anti-racist practice. In this role, you'll lead the delivery and growth of the Framework, advising NHS Trusts and ICBs, supporting assessment processes, and helping organisations achieve and progress through accreditation levels. You'll also co-design new, evidence-based programmes, strengthen regional partnerships, and drive collaborative action on race equity. You'll oversee evaluation, reporting, and governance, ensuring transparency, impact, and sustainability. With excellent communication skills, subject expertise, and a people-centred approach, you'll influence senior leaders and support others to lead change with integrity and purpose Main duties of the job As Programmes and Partnerships Manager for the NHS North West Race Equity Assembly, you'll lead our Anti-racist Framework, supporting NHS Trusts and Integrated Care Boards to achieve bronze, silver, and gold standards. You'll coordinate the full assessment cycle, ensuring clear, consistent, and fair processes, while working with partners to embed anti-racist practice across leadership, workforce, and patient care. This strategic role involves shaping new programmes, managing budgets, project management expertise, and evaluating impact. You'll work closely with the Membership and Business Support Administrator to improve member engagement and ensure that lived experience drives our work. You'll advise on race equity policy and practice, present data-driven insights, and lead co-production with stakeholders including staff networks, EDI leads, and regional partners. You'll also build partnerships and drive income generation to support future sustainability. With excellent communication, data analysis, and leadership skills, you'll influence senior stakeholders while managing delivery across multiple programmes. This is your opportunity to lead bold, meaningful change across the North West health system and shape a more inclusive NHS. About us We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer. If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including: Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance Access to Continued Professional Development Involvement in improvement and research activities Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel Details Date posted 27 July 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 4 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours Reference number 311-H1034-26 Job locations Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust 225 Old Street, Ashton-under-Lyne Oldham OL6 7SR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities See the attached job description and person specification for full details about the roles requirements. Job responsibilities See the attached job description and person specification for full details about the roles requirements.