Job summary
This is a senior leadership role, responsible and accountable for the strategic leadership, direction and operational management of Leicester this is a senior leadership role with full responsibility and accountability for the strategic leadership, direction and operational management of Leicester Hospitals Charity.
The postholder will lead the Charity's long-term vision and growth, ensuring the effective stewardship, governance and development of charitable funds to maximise impact for patients, colleagues and the communities served by University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
We are seeking an exceptional senior leader with experience in NHS charity leadership. Proven experience of leading an NHS charity at a senior level, including strategic fundraising, charity governance, income generation and stakeholder engagement, is essential.
The successful candidate will hold overall accountability for charity strategy, fundraising performance, financial sustainability, governance compliance, risk management and organisational effectiveness. They will work closely with Corporate Trustees, senior Trust leaders, donors, partners and external stakeholders to ensure the Charity continues to grow its reach, reputation and impact.
This role requires a highly credible and visible leader who can operate confidently at Board and executive level, providing expert advice on charity governance, regulation and best practice, while driving innovation and sustainable income growth.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will:
Provide strategic leadership for Leicester Hospitals Charity, shaping and delivering its vision, priorities and long-term development.
Lead the continued growth and service development of the Charity, ensuring delivery of ambitious and sustainable fundraising strategies.
Oversee all fundraising activity, including appeals, campaigns, donor development and high-value income opportunities.
Identify and secure major philanthropic, corporate and partnership opportunities to maximise charitable income.
Act as the Charity's senior professional adviser on governance, regulatory compliance, ethical fundraising and sector best practice.
Serve as the senior ambassador and public face of Leicester Hospitals Charity, representing the Charity internally and externally.
Work closely with Corporate Trustees to support effective decision-making, strategic oversight and performance assurance.
Maintain oversight of all charity policies, governance frameworks, risk registers, audits and impact reporting.
Lead financial planning, budget management and risk reporting for the Charity, ensuring robust stewardship of charitable funds.
Provide effective leadership and line management to the Charitable Appeals Team, fostering high performance and professional development.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder holds full accountability for charity strategy, income generation, governance, financial performance, risk management and organisational effectiveness. The role leads the development and delivery of a multi-year transformational growth strategy, with responsibility for increasing annual charitable income to £5m+ over the next 35 years, positioning Leicester Hospitals Charity as a high-performing NHS charity with regional and national credibility.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy within agreed governance frameworks, the Director of Charity acts as the Trusts senior charity specialist and principal advisor to the Charitable Funds Committee and Trustees. The postholder provides visible, inclusive and compassionate leadership to a multi-disciplinary team across fundraising, finance, marketing and operations, embedding a high-performance, donor-centric and values-led culture.
Full responsibilities are detailed in the job description and person specification for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder holds full accountability for charity strategy, income generation, governance, financial performance, risk management and organisational effectiveness. The role leads the development and delivery of a multi-year transformational growth strategy, with responsibility for increasing annual charitable income to £5m+ over the next 35 years, positioning Leicester Hospitals Charity as a high-performing NHS charity with regional and national credibility.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy within agreed governance frameworks, the Director of Charity acts as the Trusts senior charity specialist and principal advisor to the Charitable Funds Committee and Trustees. The postholder provides visible, inclusive and compassionate leadership to a multi-disciplinary team across fundraising, finance, marketing and operations, embedding a high-performance, donor-centric and values-led culture.
Full responsibilities are detailed in the job description and person specification for this post.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent senior leadership experience
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience within a charity or not-for-profit organisation
- Proven track record of developing and delivering fundraising or income growth strategies
- Experience of governance, risk management and financial oversight
- Experience of leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of working with Trustees or Board-level committees
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare environment
- Experience of major gifts, legacies or capital campaigns
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to engage, influence and build credibility with senior stakeholders, donors and partners
- Manage and discuss highly confidential, sensitive or contentious information
Skills
Essential
- Strategic and commercial thinking. Ability to apply appropriate judgement when considering options where all the information may not be available.
- Financial acumen and budget management skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills
Desirable
- Experience using CRM or fundraising systems
- Public speaking and media engagement experience
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against long-term strategic objectives
- High level of planning and organisational skills with many variables
- Strong ability to adapt plans to ensure success of the Charity
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly across Trust sites
Desirable
- Resilience and adaptability within a complex environment
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse highly complex financial and performance information and datasets
- Sound judgement in balancing opportunity, risk and compliance
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent senior leadership experience
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience within a charity or not-for-profit organisation
- Proven track record of developing and delivering fundraising or income growth strategies
- Experience of governance, risk management and financial oversight
- Experience of leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of working with Trustees or Board-level committees
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare environment
- Experience of major gifts, legacies or capital campaigns
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to engage, influence and build credibility with senior stakeholders, donors and partners
- Manage and discuss highly confidential, sensitive or contentious information
Skills
Essential
- Strategic and commercial thinking. Ability to apply appropriate judgement when considering options where all the information may not be available.
- Financial acumen and budget management skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills
Desirable
- Experience using CRM or fundraising systems
- Public speaking and media engagement experience
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against long-term strategic objectives
- High level of planning and organisational skills with many variables
- Strong ability to adapt plans to ensure success of the Charity
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly across Trust sites
Desirable
- Resilience and adaptability within a complex environment
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse highly complex financial and performance information and datasets
- Sound judgement in balancing opportunity, risk and compliance
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
