Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health BoardAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Digital Transformation Senior Test Analyst to join the newly established Digital Transformation Team.Under the guidance of a Digital Transformation Programme Manager and working closely with Subject Matter Experts and Clinical Systems Manager, the successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with operational and clinical colleagues and the wider digital team to improve the outcomes of our patients, citizens, and families that we serve, as outlined in the Health Board''s strategy CTM 2030.Candidates will be expected to have an in-depth knowledge of testing methodologies and undertake a key role in planning the testing cycles within a complex digital transformation project. Skills include excellent communication and organisational skills.As a proactive and positive member of the team, the post holder will play a key role in supporting the implementation of key transformation project objectives which will enable and support the vital work of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB).The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobAs a Digital Transformation Senior Test Analyst, the post holder will develop and maintain the project test strategy on projects for which Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTMUHB) is responsible for in accordance with specifications and operational requirements of CTMUHB.To provide specialist advice, support, and plans on software testing in various areas of Digital & Data to ensure that the application performs to the requirements of its users and clinicians.All testing work is undertaken in accordance with the testing standards as well as policies, processes, and procedures as described by the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Test Framework.This post is Fixed Term/Secondment until 30th September 2026 due to funding.If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.About usCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.We live by our core values:We listen, learn and improveWe treat everyone with respectWe all work together as one teamWe are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15,000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.Job responsibilitiesDevelop and maintain effective written and verbal communication with individuals and larger groups of customers and stakeholders of all levels, explaining difficult and highly complex IT processes and issues as the senior testing contact.Arrange, lead and participate in meetings with various levels of internal and external customers and stakeholders to discuss and agree testing requirements, progress defects, problems and issues, and answer queries.Liaise as necessary with NHS staff at all levels on testing related matters, dealing with conflicting requirements and priorities. Refocus discussions where necessary, to resolve conflict and establish acceptable conclusions.Provide oral and written advice to customers in the use of testing of systems and services developed by the Digital Directorate.Conduct formal seminars on the benefits of testing systems and products.Produce testing documentation that provides all necessary information to allow continuing testing and improvements in testing of systems and services.Be able to communicate outcomes of testing through the provision of test reports.You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationDegree and IT Related QualificationDegree in information and IT related subject or equivalent qualifications and experience in a technical support, service management or business analysis role. ISTQB Expert in Software Testing or equivalent experience.PRINCE 2 foundation in project management. Knowledge in PRINCE2 project management and support development programmes.Testing QualificationISTQB Expert in Software Testing or equivalent experience.KnowledgeKnowledge and expertise in Software testing methodologies.Knowledge of load testing/automation to support the delivery of requirements in these areas. Knowledge of SQL to support defect investigations.Excellent knowledge of testing processes and an understanding of how this fits within an overall project lifecycle. Excellent knowledge of defect management and structured approaches to resolution of issues.Understanding of NHS Clinical/administrative Information and IT requirements.ExperienceSignificant experience in managing software testing in highly complex technology-based products.Experience of writing and implementing test strategies and plans for complex environments.Experience of working in an NHS, Healthcare or Public Sector environment.Skills & AttributesAbility to communicate with staff up to a senior level on complex business or clinical processes.Able to be proactive in problem identification and pursuit of resolution.Confident and flexible approach to work.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Test Analyst