Orkney NHS Board serves 22,000 people across 70 islands, with 800 staff and an annual budget of £85m. The Board is responsible for delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care and improving health and wellbeing.
Role Summary
We are looking for a non‑executive board member who can apply their knowledge for the benefit of the Board and who has the capacity and commitment to grow into the role. As a non‑executive member you will contribute fully to the work of the Board, including participation in governance committees, maintain public confidence, support strategic direction, provide scrutiny and assurance, uphold ethical standards and promote a healthy organisational culture.
Information Session
Information session: Wednesday 11 March, 11:00–12:00. To sign up, email: ork.corporategovernance@nhs.scot.
Further Information
If you have any questions about the role please contact Davie Campbell, Interim Board Chair, NHS Orkney at david.campbell15@nhs.scot.
Skills And Experience
- Orkney resident with demonstrable experience of living and working as part of the local community
- Analysis and decision making
- Constructive and supportive challenge, influencing and strong communication skills
- Appreciation of the NHS Scotland Values of:
- Care and compassion
- Dignity and respect
- Openness, honesty and responsibility
- Quality and teamwork
Applicants will be asked for the following in their application
- A Statement of Interest explaining why you are interested in being part of the NHS Orkney Board, maximum 250 words
- Evidence against Essential Criterion 1 ‘Orkney Resident with demonstrable experience of living and working as part of the local community’ using no more than 500 words.
- A Tailored career and life experience history with a maximum length of 500 words. This should include information from your professional, personal and voluntary experience relevant to the role and the requirements we have set out.
Remuneration and Time Commitment
With effect from 1 April 2026, non‑executive members receive £312 per 8‑hour working week, paid monthly (non‑pensionable) and reasonable expenses. This equates to a salary of £16,224.
You must be able to make a firm commitment to spend at least 8 hours per week (52 weeks per year) on Board business, averaged out across the year with some weeks needing more time and some less.
Applicant Information Pack
Before you begin your application, please read the Applicant Information Pack. The Pack includes further information on the role and additional details on the criteria being assessed.
To Apply For These Roles, Follow These Instructions
- Fully read the Applicant Information Pack.
- Download and complete the Application Form.
- Click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this advert and complete the personal information and conflict of interest questions.
- When prompted, attach your completed application form.
- Save and submit your application.
Please note that you will not be able to update your answers or supporting documents once the online application is submitted. Late applications will not be accepted by the selection panel.
Equality Statement
Scottish ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life, with different experiences and points of view are encouraged to apply for public appointments. Scottish ministers particularly welcome applications from protected characteristics and groups currently under‑represented on Scotland’s Public Bodies. These include women, disabled people, young people, black and minority ethnic groups and LGBTI+. The public appointments process promotes, demonstrates and upholds equality of opportunity for all applicants.
If you have a disability and require an adjustment at any stage of the public appointments process, please get in touch with the Scottish Government, Public Appointments Team by e‑mail at public.appointments@gov.scot.
Further Information
- Public Appointments – Guidance and Support for applicants
- FAQ’s about the application process
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