Job summary
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for making a difference? Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a dynamic Head of Charity to drive our charitable strategy, lead fundraising, and inspire a culture of innovation.
The Head of Charity is responsible for the vision, strategic leadership, and delivery of all functions related to charitable income generation for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. This senior role oversees all aspects of the Health Charity's operations, with a prime focus on leading fundraising to drive optimum performance. Currently there are over 90 charities that operate within or are associated with the Cardiff and Vale Health Boards remit, this role will be key in aligning and co ordinating the work of these stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for the population. The postholder will operate independently, aligning annual plans and delivery to meet strategic needs, managing departmental functions, interpreting organisational policies, and ensuring compliance with all legal frameworks.
A key focus is driving donor-centric partnerships, providing exceptional supporter experiences, and building strong stakeholder relationships. The Head of Charity acts as a dedicated ambassador for the Health Board, committed to transforming patient care through a business-minded and innovative approach to development.
Main duties of the job
This is a unique opportunity for an inspiring leader with a proven track record in charity management and fundraising to join a forward-thinking healthcare organisation. Building and nurturing relationships--both within the Health Board and across the wider community and charity sector--is at the heart of this role.
We are seeking someone with outstanding communication skills, strategic vision, and the confidence to champion our charity's mission and values. Cardiff and vale UHB are committed to your professional development, and we offer a wide range of opportunities to enhance your skills and advance you in your new career.
We are looking for candidates who will:
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 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Master's degree or equivalent training and extensive, relevant experience at senior leadership level within a fundraising setting.
- Specialist subject matter knowledge gained through relevant post graduate qualification or extensive experience in fundraising.
Desirable
- oAdditional qualification or training in relevant subject such as marketing or business management.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of achieving high fundraising performance, across a number of fundraising streams, in a charity, university or other relevant setting.
- Evidence of delivery against stretching fundraising targets.
- Proven ability to build, manage and develop key stakeholder, donor and partner relationships.
- Experience of developing sustainable income streams in a charitable organisation.
- .Experience in managing external relations and communications.
Desirable
- Experience of fundraising in a healthcare setting and/or wider charity sector.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS and its processes and workings.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Leadership skills and the ability to motivate a diverse team of staff, friends and volunteers.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge of the charities fundraising sector.
- Excellent communication abilities and the ability to build positive and effective working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of fundraising strategies.
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to CAVUHB Values and Behaviours
- Evidence of operating with political sensitivity in high-profile settings.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Master's degree or equivalent training and extensive, relevant experience at senior leadership level within a fundraising setting.
- Specialist subject matter knowledge gained through relevant post graduate qualification or extensive experience in fundraising.
Desirable
- oAdditional qualification or training in relevant subject such as marketing or business management.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of achieving high fundraising performance, across a number of fundraising streams, in a charity, university or other relevant setting.
- Evidence of delivery against stretching fundraising targets.
- Proven ability to build, manage and develop key stakeholder, donor and partner relationships.
- Experience of developing sustainable income streams in a charitable organisation.
- .Experience in managing external relations and communications.
Desirable
- Experience of fundraising in a healthcare setting and/or wider charity sector.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS and its processes and workings.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Leadership skills and the ability to motivate a diverse team of staff, friends and volunteers.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge of the charities fundraising sector.
- Excellent communication abilities and the ability to build positive and effective working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of fundraising strategies.
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to CAVUHB Values and Behaviours
- Evidence of operating with political sensitivity in high-profile settings.
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).
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).
