Opportunity: Advisors needed
Are you looking for an opportunity to influence the work of a small, dynamic organisation?
Do you have specialist expertise in:
- The health and pharmaceutical industry
- Clinical expertise of relevance to people suspected of or living with neurological conditions.
- Public Affairs and public policy expertise, particularly in health
- Digital and data transformation
Apply now!
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a range of individuals to assist the Neurological Alliance Trustee Board with strategic leadership, guidance and specialised advice to help ensure that the organisation is well managed, forward thinking and resources are used appropriately.
Advisors will:
- Act as an ambassador for the Neurological Alliance and uphold our ethics and values
- Be supportive of the mission, vision and goals of the Alliance (https://www.neural.org.uk/about-us/) including a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and involvement of people affected by neurological conditions in our work and those we seek to influence
- Assist the Board and staff to provide leadership in forming strategy, setting policy and achieving the aims through objectives which can be monitored.
- Offer specialist advice and support to the Board of Trustees to support the continuous development and improvement of the charity.
- Offer advice and support to the staff team regarding the continuous development and improvement of the charity.
- Assist staff to network within the wider health and care sector.
Advisors will act as observers to the Board, and do not participate directly in decision-making.
We are keen to hear from people who have specific experience and expertise in:
- The health and pharmaceutical industry
- Clinical expertise of relevance to people suspected of or living with neurological conditions.
- Public Affairs and public policy expertise, particularly in health
- Digital and data transformation
Time commitment
Up to six full working days per year at a minimum for three years, to attend board meetings and sub committees as required, and our annual strategy away day (generally held face to face in London). Advisors are not expected to attend every Board meeting, only those relevant to their area of expertise.
Benefits of getting involved
As an advisor, you will have an opportunity to share your expertise, experiences, networks, and education with a small but influential infrastructure body. You will have the opportunity to build your own network, and be part of a movement to improve health and care for people affected by neurological conditions.
This post is not remunerated however essential travel and subsistence expenses are payable on completion of our expenses form. People with lived experience will be compensated in line with the Alliance’s remuneration policy and processes.
The role description
Further description about the role is available in the role description below
About you
We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and walks of life, particularly people from often underrepresented groups. These include disabled people and/or people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. We promote equity, diversity and inclusion through our work and within and beyond our organisation.
For this role, we are looking for someone with:
- Experience and expertise in at least one of the following areas: The health and pharmaceutical industry; Clinical expertise of relevance to people suspected of or living with neurological conditions; Public Affairs and public policy expertise, particularly in health; and digital and data transformation.
- Excellent communication and team-working skills.
- The ability to provide sound advice to the Board and staff team on your area of expertise.
- An understanding of measures of success in your area of expertise.
- A knowledge of the type of work undertaken by the Alliance as well an understanding of the voluntary sector and other relevant networks.
- A commitment to the time required to fulfil the role.
How to express your interest
Please fill out this form to express your interest: https://forms.office.com/e/ehGhFtqnjr
The form should take no more than 20 minutes, depending on the level of detail provided in your answers.
Please complete the form no later than 14th January 2025. If you need this form in an alternative format, please contact us.
When you have completed the form, a member of the Neurological Alliance team will get in touch to confirm next steps. This will likely include a short discussion with a Trustee and member of staff.
Contact
For more information or if you have any questions please contact us:
01923 882 590
