Chief Data Officer

We are looking for a dynamic and inspiring leader to be the new Chief Data Officer (CDO) for Digital Health & Care Wales (DHCW) and a national figure across NHS Wales.
About the Role: As Chief Data Officer, you will be a visible leader at national level, and an ambassador beyond Wales, championing our ground breaking work on data platforms, standards and architecture. This is a senior position in DHCW providing professional and strategic leadership to teams across our organisation. You will work at the most senior level across NHS Wales, driving the adoption of data standards, leading the design and transition to a new modern data architecture, delivering the transformative National Data Resource programme, and shaping strategy and future roadmaps for health and care data in Wales.
Lead the development and implementation of strategic delivery plans for data, ensuring alignment with Welsh Government policy priorities and organisational strategies.
Provide expert guidance on data issues, including data platforms, standards, architecture, and programs, to drive effective patient care and decision-making.
Champion the development and promotion of data standards and information governance policies across the organisation.
Foster stakeholder engagement at both internal and external levels, collaborating with NHS Directors, Welsh Government and other key stakeholders to advance data initiatives.
Lead and manage a team of approximately 100 people, overseeing the planning and performance of data programmes and services.
Act as a system leader at the national level, providing technical expertise and influencing strategic direction for health and care data in Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is part of the NHS Wales family and has an important role in changing the way health and care services are delivered through technology and data. The organisation supports frontline staff with modern systems and access to important information about their patients, while empowering the people of Wales to manage their own health through digital NHS Wales services.
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
Join our game changing, life-saving team and start making a real difference to health and care services in Wales.
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Why Join Us: This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of health and care data in Wales, contributing to improved patient outcomes and service delivery. You will be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to building a modern data infrastructure to support digital innovation and transformation.