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Non-Executive Director of NHS Blood and Transplant

Body
NHS Blood and Transplant
Appointing Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Sector
Health and Social Care
Location
London
Number of Vacancies
1
Remuneration
The NHSBT NEDs receive remuneration at the standard rate of £7,883 per annum.
Time Requirements
Two to three days per month.

Campaign Timeline

  1. Competition Launched

    02/02/2022

  2. Closed for Applications

    14/03/2022 at 12:00

  3. Panel Sift

    08/04/2022

  4. Final Interview Date

    04/05/2022

  5. Announcement

    08/06/2022 at 14:00

Announcement

An announcement has been made on the outcome of this appointment.

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) – non-executive director Charles Craddock has been appointed as a non-executive director of NHSBT for 3 years from 1 June 2022. The appointment will involve a time commitment of 2 to 3 days per month. Remuneration for the role is at a rate of £7,883 a year. This appointment was made in accordance with the Cabinet Office Code of Governance for Public Appointments. The regulation of public appointments against the requirements of this Code is carried out by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. The appointment is made on merit and political activity played no part in the decision process. However, in accordance with the Code, there is a requirement for appointees’ political activity (if any declared) to be made public. Charles Craddock has not declared any political activity.

Date: 08/06/2022

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Vacancy Description

Ministers are seeking to make a NED appointment to the board of the NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT).

The Department of Health and Social Care values and promotes diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.

The boards of public bodies should reflect the population they are there to serve. Boards also benefit from fresh perspectives, and we are always keen to encourage candidates with private sector experience to consider applying for our roles.

As a Non-Executive Director, you will work with the new Chair, six other non-executives; and the Chief Executive and her Executive team to govern the activities of NHSBT. With them you will share the corporate responsibility for the decisions of the Board and the performance of the organisation. In particular you will:

  • contribute to the development of strategy, agreeing the goals, business plans and objectives of the organisation, taking into account the policies of the various UK health departments as necessary.
  • monitor and review performance; ensuring that financial controls and systems of risk management are robust and effective.
  • help shape an inclusive and high performing culture in NHSBT through engaging with and providing ideas and guidance to the NHSBT team.
  • demonstrate a commitment to patient safety and to patients and staff being able to properly raise concerns.
  • represent the Board, as required, at official occasions and visits to NHSBT sites.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

To be considered, you must be able to demonstrate that you have the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment:

  • a career record of achievement, with an ability to operate effectively on the board of a high-profile national organisation that operates in a complex system, including supporting its strategic development and providing scrutiny, support and challenge to the executive team.
  • an understanding of corporate governance and a commitment to the principles of public service, with the highest standards of personal propriety in relation to governance and accountability.
  • sound judgement, based on an ability to consider complex and often sensitive issues, from an informed and balanced viewpoint.
  • an understanding of the broad role of NHSBT with an ability to articulate some of its key challenges.
  • In addition, the candidate must be a medically qualified haematologist.

Desired Criteria

  • Experience in stem cell and/or academic research.

Additional Information

NHSBT is a Special Health Authority dedicated to saving and improving lives. They are an essential part of the NHS providing a wide range of services making the most of absolutely every donation – from blood and organs to tissues and stem cells.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in the appointment of a NED to the NHSBT.

The Department of Health and Social Care’s Appointments and Honours Unit is managing this recruitment campaign.

To make an application please email your CV, a Supporting letter and completed Monitoring form to appointments.team@dhsc.gov.uk – please quote ref: VAC-1743 in the subject field.

If you are unable to apply by email, please contact Kully Kanda on 0113 25 4677.

Applications must be received by midday on Monday, 14 March 2022.

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