Welcome

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for your interest in the post of Director of Finance of NHS Orkney. NHS Orkney is an organisation of talented people who care, work hard and live up our values.

The role of Director of Finance is an excellent opportunity for an exceptional person who can evidence outstanding leadership qualities. We want a Director of Finance who can look after our finances in a style and manner that engages the Board, managers and our staff and through this contributes to improving the health of the people of Orkney and the care and services that our patient’s experience.

NHS Orkney is currently implementing a significant transformation agenda which includes a new build hospital and healthcare facilities, integration of health and social care alongside an improvement agenda that underpins our three quality ambitions: person centred, safe and effective care.

There is no doubt that this role offers a rewarding career opportunity where the successful candidate will join and add to the strength of our Executive Management Team and work closely and supportively in partnership with clinical and non clinical staff and their representatives to implement our Financial Strategy.

If you are inspired by the challenges this opportunity presents and believe you have the relevant skills, experience and qualities we are seeking, we look forward to receiving your application which will be given careful consideration.

Yours sincerely

Cathie Cowan
Chief Executive
NHS Orkney