The Sydney North Health Network (SNHN) is seeking to appoint a Board Director to contribute to the achievement of our strategy and governance outcomes. The Sydney North Health Network operates the Northern Sydney PHN, one of the 31 Commonwealth-funded Primary Health Networks (PHNs).

SNHN is heading into its 9th year of operation and remains firmly focused on supporting the community who are at greatest risk of poor health outcomes, striving to achieve the quadruple aim of better population health, better experience of care, better value for the system and doing so with an exceptional workforce.

SNHN is specifically seeking candidates with experience in

• Consumer engagement within community sector entities (including health services)
• Strong existing relationships within the local health sector and a respected reputation in local community networks and relevant organisations.
• An understanding of the needs of diverse communities with diverse cultural perspectives, and its impact on primary care delivery.
• An understanding of and skills in the areas of risk, compliance, corporate governance principles as well as financial literacy highly regarded.

Living or working (including volunteer work) within the area of Sydney North Health Network and understanding the needs of the Sydney North region is a requirement.

Previous experience as a director and formal training in directorship/corporate governance will be highly regarded. A background in legal training would also be favourable.

About the Role:

• Initial three-year term
• Remunerated position
• Sydney-based not for profit

As part of an experienced Board, you will be responsible for setting corporate objectives, strategies, and policies, overseeing and monitoring the performance and purpose and ensuring the organisation has processes in place to adhere to relevant standards and values.

As one of our board members is coming to the end of their term, we are seeking a new board member with experience, capabilities and qualification in the areas listed below.

• Community engagement – knowledge of current community needs and the ability to assimilate, synthesise and cogently communicate on local issues.
• Strategic thinking – the ability to look beyond operational issues and drive the achievement of the vision for the organisation.
• Financial and corporate governance literacy – ability to analyse and interpret financial data and a strong knowledge of corporate governance.
• Community – a thorough understanding and connection to the Sydney North region. Sharing SNHN’s values and focus, working collaboratively to make a difference for the people in our community.
• Collaboration – function as an effective member of the board and management team; have the curiosity and capacity to question and courage to interact in robust discussion where necessary.
• Integrity – fulfil the director’s duties and responsibilities acting ethically, with appropriate independence, and putting SNHN’s interests before personal interests.
• Emotional Intelligence – work well in a group environment; listen, be tactful, assimilate and review complex information, and give guidance as appropriate.
• Active contributor – demonstrate a genuine interest in SNHN, its work, impact on the community and culture.

The incoming director will be expected to undergo the following checks:

• National Police Clearance Check.
• Working with Children Check (or willing for a check to be performed)
• Reference Checks (2) from past Boards/employers.
• AICD or equivalent Membership if applicable

About SNHN

SNHN has an important role in supporting and strengthening primary healthcare in the Northern Sydney region and we believe this is best achieved by working collaboratively with our network of local health providers including General Practice, Allied Health, the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) and other public and private health and social care services. This is reflected in our approach to commissioning, which aims to drive improvements in quality, safety, integration and person-centredness.

A key focus of the SNHN is to assist over 900,000 people in our region to care for their own health and when necessary, effectively navigate a (complex) health care and support system. This is achieved by working together with a network of health professionals including General Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Allied Health Providers, the NSLHD and other health and community services.

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

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Please submit your expression of interest (maximum 1 page) and CV (Maximum 2 pages) with your application by the closing date.

Please refer to the role description and skills matrix attached below.