UHSussex values: Compassion, Communication, Teamwork, Respect, Professionalism and Inclusion
- Demonstrate clear commitment to and understanding of the Trust’s values
- Track record of success in embedding culture and organisational values that inspire staff to deliver outstanding patient care and outcomes
Education, Qualifications and Development
- Evidence of Master’s degree or equivalent experience
- Evidence of management and leadership development
- Appropriate professional qualification
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Leadership Style
- Significant and successful track record as an inclusive, values-driven, visionary leader at Chief Executive level in a large, complex organisation or system, ideally within an acute NHS environment or international equivalent
- Evidence of an inspiring, compassionate leadership style, with the drive, energy, and enthusiasm to build relationships, motivate and empower staff to deliver outstanding care despite challenging circumstances and sustained pressure
- Visible commitment to learning and continuous improvement
- A credible and influential leader with integrity, high standards, political acumen and emotional intelligence
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- An effective decision maker who is resilient under pressure and experienced in dealing with conflicting priorities and challenges
- Success in overcoming challenges, implementing change at scale and building collegiate teams that achieve strategic, operational, and financial goals
- Demonstrable ability to deliver sustainable performance in complex circumstances
- Experience of building a values-based, positive culture in a large, multi-site organisation
- Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills to engage with staff, external stakeholders and the media
- Experience of operating in the public eye, and within a complex accountability framework
- Expert understanding of the dynamics and complexities of the NHS, and the significant health inequalities present in the local population
- Commitment to the values and ethical standards of UK public service, meeting fit and proper persons requirements
- Proven ability to design and implement clinically led, innovative and ambitious strategies and systems to achieve organisational goals on a reliable, sustainable basis
- Experience of providing leadership at a place and system-level, building and sustaining strong relationships and successful alliances across organisational boundaries with all health and care partners
- Building relationships within and outside an organisation to support strong civic partnerships
- Experience of clinical research and innovation, shaping regional approaches and influencing national healthcare priorities
- Experience of implementing improvement methodologies and best practice from local, national, and international peers
- Commitment to excellent corporate governance, with an advanced approach to risk management, assurance systems and holding to account
- An in-depth understanding of digital systems and their potential to transform healthcare
- Strong analytical and data-evaluation skills, and an eye for detail
Personal Qualities and Attributes
- Respected for openness, honesty and integrity
- Primary commitment to quality and safety for patients and staff
- Professional credibility, gravitas, insight and curiosity
- Able to build relationships and work constructively and collaboratively with the Board, clinical and all other staff, partners and stakeholders
- Committed to recruiting, developing, empowering and retaining the best staff at all levels in the organisation
- Resilient with a determination to overcome challenges, learn from mistakes, recover from setbacks and deliver improvement
- Commitment and passion for improving the reliability, accessibility and impact of healthcare services for the benefit of patients
- Motivated to translate innovation and research into measurable health improvements, establishing the Trust’s position as a leader in the field
- Commitment to promoting and celebrating equality and diversity in the workplace and in service delivery
- Curiosity and willingness to learn from others, internally and externally