Job summary
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, one of the UK's largest Integrated Health Boards, is seeking an Executive Director of Public Health to drive positive change and improve the well-being of our diverse community.
You will report directly to the Chief Executive and work both autonomously and collaboratively with clinical and managerial colleagues to shape and innovate our array of services, ensuring that public health values are at the core of everything we do.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a high calibre individual to undertake the role of Executive Director of Public Health, with a proven track record in public health at a senior level.
> Exceptional communication and influencing skills, coupled with the ability to build effective relationships, are essential.
> Your commitment to delivering public health principles and your success in developing the field of public health are key.
> Your experience in developing and implementing strategy, policy, and cultural improvements in large, complex organisations will be highly valuable.
As an Executive officer member of the Board, the Director will hold corporate responsibility jointly with other Board members for the strategic direction, corporate policy making and development and delivery of the organisation's objectives.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description. For an informal discussion and a copy of the Candidate Pack, please contact the Goodson Thomas team on 029 2167 4422 orinfo@goodsonthomas.com
As a cornerstone of our community, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board employs over 16,000 dedicated professionals and offer over 100 specialist services. Our mission, Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together underpins our commitment to delivering exceptional care and support.
We envision a future where every individual, regardless of their background or location, has an equal opportunity to lead a healthy life. Our values guide us, and we've embraced a behavioural framework that ensures they're not just words but measurable actions. We believe in setting a high standard for our leaders, expecting them to exemplify the behaviours and values we expect from all our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description. For an informal discussion and a copy of the Candidate Pack, please contact the Goodson Thomas team on 029 2167 4422 orinfo@goodsonthomas.com
As a cornerstone of our community, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board employs over 16,000 dedicated professionals and offer over 100 specialist services. Our mission, Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together underpins our commitment to delivering exceptional care and support.
We envision a future where every individual, regardless of their background or location, has an equal opportunity to lead a healthy life. Our values guide us, and we've embraced a behavioural framework that ensures they're not just words but measurable actions. We believe in setting a high standard for our leaders, expecting them to exemplify the behaviours and values we expect from all our staff.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register/GDC Specialist List or UK Public Health Register (UKPHR)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of public health practice at senior level
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register/GDC Specialist List or UK Public Health Register (UKPHR)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of public health practice at senior level
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
