Chair - Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Body
- Welsh Government
- Appointing Department
- Welsh Government
- Sector
- Health and Social Care
- Location
- The Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan areas as well as across South and Mid Wales.
- Skills required
- Business / Commercial
- Number of Vacancies
- 1
- Remuneration
- £69,840 per annum
- Time Requirements
- 15 days per month
Campaign Timeline
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Competition Launched
20/12/2019
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Closed for Applications
17/01/2020 at 16:00
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Panel Sift
31/01/2020
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Final Interview Date
14/02/2020
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Announcement
21/02/2020 at 10:00
Vacancy Description
The Chair will be accountable to the Minister for Health and Social Services for the performance of the Board and its effective governance, upholding the values of the NHS, and promoting the confidence of the public and partners throughout Wales.
The Chair of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board will:-
Develop a Strategic Visionfor the Board’s services of the future, identifying and realising the inherent potential and skills within the organisation to develop an innovative and world leading service;
Provide strong, effective and visible leadership across the breadth of the Board’s responsibilities, internally through the Board and externally through his/her connections with a wide range of stakeholders and partners at community, local authority, Health Board and national levels;
Ensure the Board delivers effectively together the strategic and operational aims of the Health Board through delivery of strategic aims, policy and governance;
Be responsible for maintaining the highest quality of public health standards and practices, and improving quality and safety of healthcare;
Be accountable for the performance of the Board at community, local authority, Board and national levels through the agreement of a three year integrated medium term plan (IMTP) and an annual delivery plan and the annual evaluation of achievements against the plan in public by the Minister for Health and Social Services;
Hold the Chief Executive to account across the breadth of his/her responsibilities;
Work effectively with partners, in particular with other Health Boards, Local Authorities, the Third Sector and Social Partners, and also with primary care contractors, to ensure the planning and delivery of safe, effective services;
Provide the assurance and governance for the proper stewardship of public money and other resources for which the Board is accountable;
Provide the assurance for ensuring that the Board is governed effectively within the framework and standards set for the NHS in Wales;
Undertake an external ambassador role, delivering in the public spotlight and instilling public confidence.
Person Specification
The Chair will demonstrate the following qualities:-
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Ability to develop the strategic vision for the future;
Ability to provide systems leadership and to work with Health Boards, Welsh Government, community groups, patients and other stakeholders to develop and drive forward that strategic vision;
Ability to hold the executives to account for performance whilst maintaining a constructive relationship;
A broad understanding of governance issues and how governance applies to the corporate, clinical and information management.
Desirable
An understanding of health issues and priorities in the Swansea Bay Local University Health Board area and the ability to understand the role and work of the Board;
Ability to provide a knowledgeable, impartial and balanced perspective on a range of sensitive and complex issues;
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
Ability to lead and inspire staff, to look ahead and identify key issues for the Board;
Drive and determination, with the ability to instil vision and develop defined strategies to pursue long and short-term goals;
Ability to facilitate, understanding of complex issues while demonstrating respect for the views of others;
Ability to ensure a board works together effectively through their active involvement in a robust and transparent decision making process;
Ability to motivate and develop the board to define roles and responsibilities to ensure ownership and accountability;
Desirable
Strong interpersonal skills with personal impact and credibility to be an effective advocate and ambassador with strong influencing and negotiating skills;
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to be clear and succinct, and to be able to engage with people at all levels;
Sound judgement, sensitivity and political awareness;
Capacity to be independent and resilient.
The Chair must also demonstrate:-
A clear understanding and commitment to equality.
Additional Information
For further information regarding the selection process, please contact:-
The Corporate Shared Service Centre
Tel: 03000 255454
Email: publicappointments@gov.wales.
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role of the Chair please contact:-
Dr Andrew Goodall, NHS Wales Chief Executive.
Tel: 03000 251182 (Dr Goodall)
Email: Andrew.Goodall@gov.wales.
For further information about Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, you may wish to visit the Health Board’s web site: http://www.cardiffandvaleuhb.wales.nhs.uk/home
If you need any further assistance in applying for this role, please contact the Welsh Government’s Corporate Shared Service Centre Helpdesk on 03000 255454 or publicappointments@gov.wales.
For further information about Public Appointments in Wales, please visit www.gov.wales/publicappointments
How to Apply
To make an application, please visit the Welsh Government Public Appointments website here https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/7/adv/.
To apply for this role, click on the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board vacancy and click on ‘Apply’ at the bottom left hand corner. The first time you apply for a post, you will need to complete a registration form for the Welsh Government’s online application system. You will only need to register once, and you will be able to keep yourself updated on the progress of your application, and any other applications you make, via your registered account.
Once you’ve registered, you’ll be able to access the application form. To apply you will need to submit the application form and twosupporting documents.
The first document is a personal statement answering the questions on pages 3 and 4 of the Information for Candidates. This document should be no more than two sides of A4. Your application may be rejected if you exceed this limit. The second supporting document is a full, up to date CV.
The two documents should be uploaded to the “Reasons for applying” section of the online application form.