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Non-Executive Chair wanted for the South Eastern HSC Trust

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The SEHSCT is one of five HSC Trusts established in 2007 responsible for the delivery of responsive and effective health and care services and for the ownership and management of hospitals and other establishments and facilities.  Each HSC Trust in Northern Ireland is managed directly by a Board of Directors which has corporate responsibility for its operation.  The Board of the SEHSCT is made up of five Executive Directors and seven Non-Executive Directors and a Non-Executive Chair.  Executive Directors and Non-Executive Directors are full and equal members of the Board.  Continue reading →

Non Executive Chair, sought for NI Blood Transfusion Service (NIBTS)

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The Department of Health is recruiting for a Non-Executive Chair NI Blood Transfusion Service (NIBTS)

The NIBTS exists to fully supply the needs of all hospitals and clinical units in the province with safe and effective blood and blood products and other related services. It is an independent, Special Agency of the DoH. It is responsible for the collection, testing and distribution of over 64,000 blood donations each year. The NIBTS is managed directly by a board of members, which has corporate responsibility for its operation.  The Board of NIBTS is made up of one Executive and four Non-Executive Members and a Non-Executive Chair.   Continue reading →

Board Members wanted at Victim Support NI

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Victim Support NI is a voluntary organisation which helps people affected by crime. It provides a free and confidential service and each year, Victim Support NI offers help to over 55,000 people who have been affected by crime. The organisation offers practical and emotional support through its Community service for those trying to deal with being a victim of crime, while the Witness Service takes witnesses, victims and their families through the court procedure when involved in a criminal trial.    Continue reading →

Non Executive Chair and Director wanted by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service

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The Department of Health is recruiting a Non-Executive Chair and a Non-Executive Director to the NI Ambulance Service (NIAS).
This is an exceptional opportunity to share your talents and expertise to make a positive difference to the lives of people in your community. We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all and appointments made on merit. We believe that the best Boards are those that reflect the communities they serve. We particularly welcome applications from women, people under 30 years of age, people with disabilities and people from the local ethnic minority communities as these are under-represented in Chair and Non-Executive roles.

Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds regardless of religious belief, gender, disability, ethnic origin, political opinion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or whether or not you have dependents.   Continue reading →

Trustees wanted at the Family Fund

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Join us as a Trustee and help to change the lives of disabled children.

Family Fund believes that all families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people should have the same opportunities as others. It can be a struggle financially, emotionally and physically for families raising a disabled or seriously ill child, and our grants and services help break down many of the barriers families face, improving their quality of life and easing the additional daily pressures.

The role

We are looking to appoint two exceptional individuals who will bring passion and commitment, as well as skills and experience, to our Board. Trustees play an active role in governing the charity and are responsible for setting vision, strategic priorities, and for ensuring that the charity complies with legal, charitable and financial requirements.

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Independent Chair wanted for HSC Pension Board

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The Department of Health is seeking to appoint an Independent Chair to the HSC Pension Board.

The Board has responsibility for assisting the HSC Pension Scheme Manager with securing compliance with the scheme regulations and other legislation relating to the governance and administration of the scheme and securing compliance with requirements imposed by the Pensions Regulator.

The Pension Board comprises 12 members (6 employer representatives and 6 member representatives). Employer representatives are drawn from HSC Trusts, the Business Services Organisation/the Regional HSC Board (representing smaller ALBs) and general practitioners. Member representatives are drawn from the main trade unions, together with representation from the British Medical Association/British Dental Association.
The Chair of the HSC Pension Board will lead the Board in monitoring performance, and ensuring accountability.    Continue reading →

Trustees wanted at Rosie’s Trust

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Rosie’s Trust is a unique Northern Ireland charity, officially registered with the Northern Ireland Charity Commission in April 2015.

Our mission is to maintain and support the special relationship and bond between owners and their companion pets. We will do this when this relationship is threatened by the impact of the owner’s terminal illness, advancing age or acute cancer treatment.

Our principle aim is to enable the owner and their pet to stay together.

Our services are offered at no cost to our clients. We are proud to enable the continuing relationship between people and their pets.

We aim to recruit 2 new Trustees to our board:

  • 1 member who will be Treasurer
  • 1 member with Marketing, legal or health&social care expertise.

To apply send your CV to julie@rosiestrust.org by 13th February.

Interviews will be held on 22nd February

Recruitment for Registration and Fitness to Practise Chairs and Committee Members

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NISCC is recruiting for three Lay Chairs and six Social Care Members (five social workers and one social care worker) to join our registration and Fitness to Practise Committees.

For all of these roles, you will need to be able to understand, evaluate and form judgements about complex information to make fair decisions. You must be able to work well in a team and communicate your views clearly and concisely. NISCC will provide you with training in the Rules and processes you must apply in each of these Committees. Appointments will be dependent on you successfully completing the training.

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Age NI Enterprises is on the search for Non Executive Directors

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Age NI Enterprises Limited is a subsidiary company of Age NI, the leading charity for older people in Northern Ireland. Our vision is a world where everyone can love later life.

The role of Age NI Enterprises Board is pivotal to developing a commercial platform to support Age NI to improve later life for all older people.

We are looking for skilled and commercially experienced people to apply to be Non-Executive Directors of Age NI Enterprises Limited.  We have identified the areas of expertise we are seeking, which will support the company on the next phase of its commercial journey.

We are seeking the following areas of expertise:

  • Retail
  • Marketing & Business Development
  • Social Enterprise
  • Leadership & Strategic Planning
  • IT/health care technology

We are also keen to hear from individuals who have other skills and expertise which could benefit the organisation.

To discuss the role and obtain a detailed information pack and application form, contact Cathryn Law on 028 9089 2626 or email board@ageni.org 

The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 10 November 2016 at 4:00pm

Age NI Enterprises Ltd is committed to providing Equal Opportunities to everyone. 3 Lower Crescent, Belfast, BT7 1NR.

Members wanted for the NHS Pay Review Body

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The Secretary of State for Health is looking to appoint one member representing Northern Ireland to the NHS Pay Review Body (NHSPRB), which provides independent advice and recommendations on the pay of NHS staff paid under Agenda for Change.

You must demonstrate the ability to think strategically and to exercise judgement on complex and sensitive issues, along with the ability to analyse and interpret detailed information. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate experience in a devolved context or knowledge of the public sector workforce in Northern Ireland.

Remuneration will be £300 per meeting for a time commitment of around 15 meetings per year.

The Secretary of State for Health determines the length of appointment, which will be for up to a maximum of four years.

For more information, please visit our website:

Cabinet Office Website Link

If you require an alternative format such as Braille, large print or audio please call Alex Staples on 020 7210 2713 quoting the reference NHSPRB – A16-80.

The closing date for all applications is midday on 28th July 2016.

The Department of Health values and promotes diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity for all.