Charity Director
Swansea Bay Health Charity
Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking an accomplished Charity Director to lead Swansea Bay Health Charity and maximise the impact of charitable giving for patients, staff and communities.
This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced charity or fundraising leader to apply their skills within the NHS, working at strategic level with Trustees and senior leaders to grow income, influence and charitable impact across Swansea Bay.
Reporting to the Director of Insight, Communications and Engagement, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, direction and administration of the Charity, ensuring strong governance, effective fundraising and the responsible use of charitable funds
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the development and delivery of the Charity’s strategy and business plans
Advising and supporting the Board of Trustees and Charitable Funds Committee to meet their governance and statutory duties
Growing income through strategic fundraising, partnerships and major donor relationships
Acting as custodian of the Charity’s brand and raising its profile
Ensuring robust financial management, compliance and value for money
Leading, developing and motivating the Charity team
About you:
You will be a senior charity professional with strong experience in fundraising, charity operations or strategic income generation, and a sound understanding of governance and financial stewardship. You will be confident working with Trustees and senior stakeholders, an effective communicator, and motivated by delivering meaningful social impact.
Experience of the NHS or health charities is welcome but not essential; we are keen to hear from candidates who can bring fresh thinking and best practice from the wider charity sector into an NHS context.
If you are passionate about using charitable resources to make a real difference, this role offers the chance to do so at scale within a values‑driven public service organisation.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Please see the attached job description for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
