Basic Specialist Training (BST) Postgraduate Training Delivery Manager

Company DescriptionThe Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems. It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.Job DescriptionRole: BST Postgraduate Training ManagerSalary: €57,000 + benefitsContact: PermanentHybridClosing Date: 24 April 2026 at 16:00The appointee will be responsible for the following but are not limited to.National Postgraduate Medical Training ManagementOversee the delivery of national postgraduate medical training at BST level in accordance with approval received from the Medical Council and policies and procedures set out by the College.Manage the team responsible for BST training delivery in General Internal Medicine, Histopathology, Paediatrics and Obstetrics and Gynaecology, providing guidance, training and performance evaluationsHelp build a professional reputation for excellence in the development and delivery of Postgraduate Specialist training.Maintain standards of the BST training programme by implementing recommendations made by the Medical Council and the accreditation process.Assist in reporting to external bodies and agencies; NDTP, HSE, Medical Council, The Forum.Engage with Internal and External stakeholders to foster partnerships and collaborations; Director for BST, Regional Programme Directors and Advisors, National Specialty DirectorsActively engage and implement structures as set out by the Internal Medicine ProjectLead and motivate the BST team to achieve departmental/company goals, as well as meeting deadlines set out by HSE SLAEngagement in regional site visits to strengthen relationships with stakeholders and support traineesEngage with health and wellbeing function of college to support trainees with reasonable accommodationsAttend governance meetings (RPD, ETC and Hub&Spoke meetings) and provide metrics related to BST trainingOversee annual evaluations and allocations processes for BST teamImplement and monitor BST policies and procedures in conjunction with the Education and Training Delivery ManagerEnsure effective long-term planning and oversight in line with the annual training cycleFoster a collaborative and supportive team environmentAlign delivery strategies with the overall goals of the institution.Workstream budgetary management in conjunction with the Education and Training Delivery Manager and Head of Operations.Engage in Internal Medicine working group, workshops and implementation processesRequirementsThe successful applicant will have three years or more experience in a comparable education and training environment, with experience in postgraduate or undergraduate medical education desirable:A third-level qualification.Change champion.Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills with the ability to drive consensus among various internal and external stakeholders.Self-starter, proven leadership, and team-oriented skills.Excellent IT Skills (MS Suite, Quercus, and Kaizen), strong report writing skills and an appreciation of IT systems and solutions.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability together with excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.Experience in postgraduate medical education is highly desirable.Excellent organizational and project management skills.Proficiency in using CRM software.Attention to detail, analytical and planning skills required.Proven track record of managing projects to completion.Proven track record in complex stakeholder managementPractical experience in budgets.CompetenciesLeadership and Team ManagementStakeholder Engagement and CollaborationCommunication SkillsStrategic & Critical ThinkingIT Literacy/Reporting and Analytical CapabilityAdaptability and Resilience Why us?Leave: We offer 21 days annual leave with an additional 3-4 college days as well as long service leave to all employees. We also provide support for staff with Maternity, Sick, Parents, and Parental leave.Wellbeing: An Employee Assistance Programme with Spectrum Life is available to all staff members as well as annual flu vaccine.Flexible Hybrid working model: The RCPI offer a flexible 35-hour-a-week hybrid working model for all employees from their start date, giving staff the autonomy to work from home combined with time spent onsite.Pension: A defined contribution pension scheme of 1.5% Employee contribution and RCPI contribution from commencement date with an increase after 18 monthsFlexible Benefit: Pro-rata €1,500 annual flexible benefit upon completion of a successful probationary period.Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary.Learning & Development: We offer CPD options including study leave and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.Diversity and Inclusion: RCPI recognises the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We were recently awarded a Silver accreditation from Investors in Diversity. We are an open and inclusive organisation that celebrates and welcomes diversity. We lead initiatives that support, promote and demonstrate a culture of mutual respect, inclusivity, and diversity, as outlined in our Diversity and Inclusion policy.AccommodationsThe Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is an inclusive employer and in line with our policies you are invited to disclose any reasonable accommodations you require for applying, interviewing or working with RCPI. Please be assured this information will be treated as confidential and not used for the purpose of selection. If you have any queries, please contact Suzann Donnelly at suzanndonnelly@rcpi.ie.About UsThe Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems. It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.