THE PERSON
WE’RE LOOKING FOR...
QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL
ESSENTIAL
• Masters/Doctorate in research focused discipline.
• Experience in a board/sub-board level role
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE • Qualification in health strategy/health management.
KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL • Knowledge of population health methodologies • Understanding of Merseyside demographics and health data • Understanding of the components of a complex organisation and the processes of planning, financial control, performance management and governance, assurance and risk management.
• Experience working in a comparably complex organisation • Working in partnership with local and diverse communities • Providing a voice to marginalised groups and communities within society • Experience of overseeing significant financial budgets • Track record of achieving sustained service change and improvement with evidence of embedding organisational values successfully • Understanding of and exposure to community physical health and secure and community based mental health services.
DESIRABLE DESIRABLE • An overview of the Foundation Trust regulatory framework and Governor responsibilities • Familiarity with the changing political map of devolved English Government including knowledge of local systems and key stakeholders • A clear understanding of the legal duties, liabilities and responsibilities of non-executive directors.
• Proven track record of leadership and management within a provider of community based physical health services • A knowledge and interest in digital technologies in relation to the health and care sector.
• Ability to work as an effective Board member, individually and as part of a team • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with natural ability and willingness to actively seek out opportunities to communicate confidently about the Trust • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Chairing skills • Ability to interpret national Government policy • Ability to think and act strategically and articulate a clear sense of direction and vision to a diverse audience • Ability to engage, lead and develop relationships with a wide range of stakeholders • Able to relate and adapt to the perspective of others, including those with protected characteristics • Calm and rational approach to situations where conflict arises, a skillful diplomat with integrity • Shows commitment and compassion for service users and carers in a community physical health and mental health setting • Ability to demonstrate a collaborative and inclusive leadership style that is consistent with the Trust values • Able to embrace and champion the Trust’s values and behaviours • Commitment to ongoing personal development.
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