Risk and Resilience Planning Advisor

Risk and Resilience Planning Advisor

NHS Tayside is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team in providing advice and support to all staff across NHS Tayside in driving forward the Risk Management & Resilience Planning priorities for the organisation.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week; there will be no change in full time pay.

• Working in close partnership with the Head of Risk & Resilience, and colleagues in the Directorate of Public Health, Acute Services, Health and Social Care Partnerships, multi‑agency partners and Scottish Government.
• Providing advice and support to staff across NHS Tayside on Risk Management & Resilience Planning priorities.
• Being involved in a variety of projects to meet national, regional and local requirements.
• Delivering training sessions and influencing stakeholders on risk and resilience matters.

• Knowledge of Risk Management and Business Continuity Management or Emergency Planning.
• Excellent communication, influencing and analytical skills.
• Ability to deliver training sessions.

Hours of work: 37 hours per week.

Informal enquiries to:
Hilary Walker, Head of Risk and Resilience, extension 40771 or Sharon Cassidy, Risk and Resilience Planning Advisor, extension 40766.

• You should apply by completing the application process on Jobtrainli>
• Do NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
• Short‑listed applicants will be contacted by email.