Independent Members for LHBs

Independent Members are expected to work with their Executive Directors to develop strategy, policy and ensure sound governance. In addition they are expected to bring an independent view to the Board to challenge as appropriate financial and service plans.

The vacant posts are as follows.

•  Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Local Health Board (Band 4) – Community position
• Hywel Dda Local Health Board (Band 3) – Community position

The Independent Members will be appointed for up to four (4) years and the post is based on a notional time commitment of a minimum of four (4) days per month, but this will be subject to organisational demands. They are eligible to receive a remuneration of £15,936 (Band 4) and £13,344 (Band 3) and per annum for 4 days per month.

We are particularly interested in hearing from under-represented groups such as women, disabled people and ethnic minority individuals.

For more information or to apply go to website or for queries contact HR Helpdesk at the Welsh Government by e-mail: hr-helpdesk@wales.gsi.gov.uk or telephone: 029 2082 5454.

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 16 February 2012. Please note that there is a separate application form for each position. Please ensure you complete the correct one. It is expected that the interviews will be held in the week beginning 19 March.

A large print, Braille or audio version of this advert can be obtained on request from 029 2082 5454.

· Would you like to make a positive difference and influence local health services for the benefit of local people?

The Welsh Government is seeking to appoint a volunteer member to the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University CHC. CHC’s are the public’s independent ‘watchdog’ of the National Health Service in Wales. They represent the public interest and play an important role in influencing the way that health services are planned, delivered and improved.

CHC members are volunteers and their role is to act as the eyes and ears of patients and the public, listening to their concerns and working with the health service to improve the quality of patient care. The Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University CHC was established from 1 April 2010 with the following Local Committees:

Neath Port Talbot

Swansea

Bridgend

As a Member of the CHC you will be expected to commit between 21 and 35 hours per month, arrangements of which can be agreed between you and the CHC. Members are not paid but are able to claim remuneration costs and expenses.

Please note, you must be a trustee, employee or volunteer with a third sector organisation operating in the Local Committee (local authority) area concerned.

Each Local Committee will have three third sector places, nominated by the relevant County Voluntary Council. The CHC is looking for people from all walks of life – the most important requirement is a genuine interest in improving health services for your community. Some key skills which would be useful include: an interest in and understanding of local health issues; being able to work in a team and with a diverse range of people; and an ability to listen to others and exchange views.

For more information please contact: Neath Port Talbot CVS on 01639 631246 or email Tina Williams at tinaw@nptcvs.org.uk this will enable you to apply to be nominated. You will receive an application pack and application form.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Friday 4th November 2011.