Member - Life Sciences Hub Wales Ltd (Welsh desirable)
- Body
- Welsh Government
- Appointing Department
- Welsh Government
- Sectors
- Charity & Public Sector, Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, Science & Technology
- Location
- Meetings will be held in Cardiff at the Life Sciences Hub, 3 Assembly Square, Cardiff Bay, but there may be occasions when meetings will be held at other locations.
- Number of Vacancies
- 8
- Remuneration
- Members will receive £282 per day (up to a maximum of £15,000 p.a.)(Pro rata).
- Time Requirements
- 12 days per year
Campaign Timeline
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Competition Launched
08/05/2017
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Closed for Applications
24/05/2017
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Panel Sift
09/06/2017
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Final Interview Date
28/07/2017
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Announcement
02/10/2017
Assessment Panel
- Panel Member
- Mick Maguire
- Added
- 08/05/2017
- Panel Role
- Panel Chair
- Positions
- Director, Sectors and Business, Department for Economy & Infrastructure Departmental Official Departmental Official
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- Panel Member
- Cari-Anne Quinn
- Added
- 08/05/2017
- Positions
- Head of Life Sciences – Life Science Hub Wales, Sectors and Business Other Panel Member Other Panel Member
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| Political Activity | No political activity |
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| Notes | - |
- Panel Member
- Bob Hudson
- Positions
- Director, NHS Wales Health Collaborative Independent Member Independent Member
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- Panel Member
- Ifan Evans
- Added
- 08/05/2017
- Positions
- Deputy Director, Technology & Innovation, Department for Health & Social Services Other Panel Member
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Vacancy Description
The Hub has been established by Welsh Government and is one of the delivery elements of the Welsh Government’s vision for Life Sciences in Wales, which aims to deliver ambitious growth in the sector, to ensure ongoing development of the in Wales to deliver significant economic impact by 2022.
Officially opened in July 2014 by Welsh Government the Hub has become a successful focal point for public and private sector specialists and strategic partners, covering all sector activities ranging from funding to business support to international development and promotion.
The Hub’s mission is to connect, inspire and accelerate growth of companies in this sector, placing Wales on the international map as a preferred location to establish and grow successful life science companies.
The Board will be involved in the development of a repurposed vision and mission for the Hub to include developing opportunities to broaden the scope of the Hub and create value from NHS-industry engagement.
The Hub is the nerve centre of a vibrant and prosperous Welsh life sciences eco-system and brings together academic, business and clinical and professional services, funding organisations and Government to provide a commercially driven fusion of talent and expertise.
The Hub has been established as an independent arms-length subsidiary company of the Welsh Government.
Boards Role
The primary duty of the Board is to ensure the Welsh Ministers receive value for their investment in the Life Sciences Hub.
The role of the Board is to:
• Provide effective leadership; defining and developing strategic direction and setting challenging objectives;
• Promote high standards of public finance, upholding the principles of regularity, propriety and value for money;
• Ensure that the activities of the Hub are conducted efficiently and effectively; and
• Monitor performance to ensure that the Hub fully meets its aims, objectives and performance targets.
To do this the Board must ensure that effective management arrangements are in place to provide assurance on risk management, governance and internal control.
The Board of the Hub will comprise a Chair and up to 9 Board Members.
Person Specification
The Minister for Skills and Science is seeking to appoint Board Members for the Life Sciences Hub Wales Ltd. Applicants are sought with an interest and knowledge of the Life Sciences sector in particular in industrial, clinical/NHS Management roles with a commitment to generating and developing opportunities for achieving economic growth and developing the industry-NHS interface. Consideration will also be given to candidates from outside the Life Sciences sector who can demonstrate similar skills and experience.
Board Members will:
• Ensure that the Welsh Ministers receive value for Government’s investment in Life Sciences Hub Wales Ltd.
• Have the same general legal responsibilities to Life Sciences Hub Wales Ltd as any other director. The Board as a whole is collectively responsible for promoting the success of Life Sciences Hub Wales Ltd by directing and supervising the Hub’s affairs.
• Assist with the development of robust processes and appropriate due diligence is undertaken to ensure public funds are safeguarded.
• Contribute to strategic development and decision-making, regularly attend Board Meetings, contributing to discussions and providing challenge.
• Serve on any sub-committees of the Board, such as the Audit and Remuneration sub-committee and keep abreast of any matters arising.
• Work with Welsh Government officials and the Chair to develop appropriate metrics and performance indicators for the Hub and to help monitor performance against these.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
• An understanding of the obligations involved when serving on a board and the credibility to do so. The Candidate to demonstrate their ability to contribute to discussions, offer challenge and engage in the decision making process.
• Demonstrate an interest in, knowledge and understanding of the sector including the challenges and opportunities available.
• Candidates to demonstrate that they have the ability to credibly represent a wide range of perspectives for example by having a strong network already in place or the ability to develop and maintain a credible and effective network.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Welsh Language
Board Members – Welsh desirable Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential to undertake the duties of this role. However, it is essential for the board as a whole to increase its Welsh language skills.
All Board members are expected to display an understanding of and empathy towards the Welsh language and one of the Board Member roles will be appointed on the basis that Welsh language skills are essential.
Additional Information
For further information regarding the selection process, please contact:
The Corporate Shared Service Centre Tel: 029 2082 5454 Email: sharedservicehelpdesk@wales.gsi.gov.uk For further information regarding the role of the Life Sciences Hub Wales Limited and the role of Chair please contact:
Sarah Dawkins – Life Sciences Sector Team – Tel: 03000 254516 Email: Sarah.Dawkins1@wales.gsi.gov.uk
If you need any further assistance in applying for this role, please contact the Welsh Government’s Corporate Shared Service Centre Helpdesk on 029 2082 5454 or SharedServiceHelpdesk@wales.gsi.gov.uk
For further information about Public Appointments in Wales, please visit www.gov.wales/publicappointments