- Contemporary and inspirational leader
- Proven ability to create and enable a vibrant organisational culture
- Committed to the provision of exceptional service to patients and the community
THE OPPORTUNITY
Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) extends from the Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Government Area in the south, to Coffs Harbour Local Government Area in the north and provides an extensive range of healthcare services across a geographic area of approximately 11,335 square kilometres.
With a budget of approximately $890M and a team of approximately 5,500, services are delivered through seven public hospitals and twelve community health centres. These services include the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute and Mid North Coast Brain Injury Service.
The MNCLHD Board, and the Secretary New South Wales Health, now seek to appoint an exceptional new Chief Executive.
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE
The Chief Executive provides pivotal and strategic leadership, direction and management of the MNCLHD and also contributes to meeting the wider strategic aims of New South Wales Health. With the Board, the Chief Executive is responsible for ensuring the district fulfils its statutory obligations and provides agreed services within budget to specified performance standards.
The broader range of skills, capabilities and attributes to be considered as an applicant for this significant leadership role are detailed in the information pack to follow but can be summarised as:
- Strong record of achievement in management at executive level in a significant and geographically dispersed organisation delivering health, human or other complex services.
- Proven track record of effective operational management at a senior level.
- Proven experience in leading improvement in organisational performance across clinical service delivery and corporate functions in a complex health service.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the health sector, in particular administration of the public health system.
HOW TO APPLY
Your application must include:
- A cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant that includes a brief response addressing the key selection criteria; and
- A specific response to the following targeted questions:
- The Purpose Statement of the Mid North Coast Local Health District is To deliver safe, effective, sustainable services that protect and improve the health and wellbeing of our Mid North Coast community. What about this statement has resonance for you and why is that?
- Implementing a strategic plan while meeting multiple operational KPIs and budget deliverables can be challenging. Describe your experience in developing a change ready organisational culture and what you personally pay attention to as a leader to get the balance right.
- An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.
As guidance, your response to the two targeted questions should be no longer then 1 – 2 pages.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 23rd February 2025. The reference number to include in your application is H25_5013.
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