Download Director Cardiovascular Health

Director Cardiovascular Health
Permanent - Full time
Title:
Director Cardiovascular Health
Team:
Cardiovascular Health Team
Position type:
Permanent Full Time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Company: Victorian Division
Hours per week: 37.5
Grade:
Location:
Effective date:
10
Melbourne Office
May 2016
ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT
The Heart Foundation is an independent charity whose purpose is to reduce premature death and suffering from heart, stroke and blood vessel
disease. As a federation of nine companies (a national company and eight state/territory divisions) we work together to achieve a national
strategic plan, For All Hearts Strategy 2013-2017 under the auspice of a Federation Agreement and guided by shared organisational values:
Visionary; Dynamic & Collaborative; Integrity; and Passionate.
The Victorian Division, led by the CEO has a Fundraising, Cardiovascular Health (CVH) and Finance team, all of which are supported by the
functions of Media and Communications and Human Resources.
The CVH team in Victoria prepares an annual operational plan which aligns with the goals and objectives of the national For All Hearts Strategy
2013-2017. Our activities address key areas of prevention under Healthy Hearts (eg. improving access to a healthier food supply, more active
living and smoke free environments) and under Heart Care (eg. early recognition and detection, improved access, and better management of
heart disease). We have a strong focus on addressing health inequity amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, those who are culturally
and linguistically diverse, from low socio economic backgrounds and from rural and regional Victoria.
The position reports to the CEO and works closely with the senior management team of the Victorian Division and with peers and colleagues in
the Heart Foundation offices across Australia. The CVH team works collaboratively with all other functions to ensure the Heart Foundation
Victoria meets its strategic and operational objectives.
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Position Purpose:
This position exists to provide leadership and direction to the Heart Foundation’s cardiovascular health (CVH) team in Victoria, with the aim of
translating national strategic goals into tangible program and policy outcomes at state level. This will be achieved by planning, implementing,
evaluating, and coordinating annual operational plans consistent with the Heart Foundation’s overall strategic plan, For All Hearts 2013 2017.
The Cardiovascular Health Director makes a major contribution to the Heart Foundation’s national strategy and operations, and to the Heart
Foundation’s ongoing organisational and cultural development.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Accountable for the development and
implementation of the annual Victorian CVH
Business plan and program of work
Major Activities
Outcomes
Develop the annual Victorian CVH Business
Plan consistent with the National Strategic
Plan.
Plan is in place; evaluation is undertaken;
and KPIs are met within agreed timelines.
Lead the implementation and evaluation of
the Victorian CVH Plan and regularly report
on progress to the CEO and Victorian Board
in alignment with agreed KPIs.
Communicate the CVH strategy and
activities across other areas of the Heart
Foundation, particularly through the
Divisional Management Team to maximise
opportunities for synergies and integration.
Ensure activities are consistent with Heart
Foundation policy (e.g. intellectual property,
legal and compliance, branding, corporate
relations).
Accountable for leading the Victorian CVH
team
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Lead the Victorian CVH team with a vision
and sense of purpose that is well
understood, embraced and effectively
implemented.
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CEO and other members of the Divisional
Management Team are informed and
engaged with the CVH agendas and
projects.
Key deliverables both internal and external
projects are consistently met in accordance
with Heart Foundation policies.
Positive feedback through cultural
audits/climate surveys and performance
reviews.
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Encourage initiative and reward excellence
by supporting and motivating staff and
recognising achievements.
Participate effectively in the Victorian
Divisional Management Team (DMT)
assisting in the achievement of
organisational objectives and values.
Individual and team achievement is high
and in line with expectation
Levels of staff turnover minimal
Team KPI’s are achieved
Evidence of active participation in DMT and
organisational objectives are achieved.
Identify opportunities to work collaboratively
with fundraising, marketing, media and
volunteers on health related projects and
activities.
Model appropriate behaviour in line with the
organisation’s values and support
compliance with all internal policies.
Demonstrable evidence that collaboration
has occurred through joint projects and
events.
Performance/staff feedback and cultural
audits
Ensure compliance with all relevant state
and federal legislation (e.g. OH&S and
workplace relations, fundraising acts).
Documentary evidence of meeting legislative,
regulatory and procedural compliance
Accountable for the Victorian contribution to
the national CVH strategy development
Ensure Victoria plays a strong role in the
development and implementation of the
Heart Foundation’s national strategic agenda
and Federation wide priorities for
cardiovascular health
Contribute constructively and significantly to
the Heart Foundation’s national
Cardiovascular Health Management Group
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CVH Business Plan is consistent with
nationally agreed priorities as outlined in the
strategic plan.
Demonstrable evidence of the CVH
Director’s participation in CVHMG.
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Accountable for the development and delivery
of the Victorian CVH advocacy and public
relations activities
Lead local and national committees and
working groups as agreed by the Board and
the executive management group (EMG) to
assist with the development and
achievement of the strategic plan.
Regular meeting schedules and constructive
feedback and output from committees
Maintain public awareness of the Heart
Foundation by developing means for
community engagement and mobilisation
Community engagement opportunities
highlighted and measured for effectiveness.
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Build high level partnerships and undertake
advocacy activity with a range of
stakeholders including Victorian state
government and political leaders
Represent the organisation effectively in the
media
Accountable for the effective operation of the
Victorian CVH Budget
Regular recruitment and review of
appropriate committee members
High quality, productive relationships are
established with relevant stakeholders
evidenced through meetings, funding and
policy outcomes
KPIs for media exposure/reach are met
Lead advocacy activity which is consistent
with national strategy and Victorian priorities.
Comprehensive advocacy plan is developed
in line with national priorities.
Prepare the Victorian health budget annually
and undertake budget re-forecasting
Budget prepared, approved and monitored
within agreed timeframes.
Ensure efficient planning, budgeting and
delivery of all programs.
Expenditure within budget achieved annually.
CHALLENGES:
KEY COMMUNICATIONS:
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Keep abreast of the evidence and policy environment across a
diversity of issues
This role is expected to deliver on strategic milestones and
program deadlines to a high standard, within tight timelines, budget
allocations and often with limited capacity.
The nature of the Federation means that balancing the demands
from State staff (CEO, health, marketing and fundraising), as well
as national staff can be difficult and delay decision making.
This role needs to collaborate with a diverse range of groups and
individuals with competing agendas and manage their needs and
expectations in working with the Heart Foundation and its strategic
objectives.
Striking a balance between focussing effort on national Federation
wide priorities with capitalising on state based opportunities can be
a tension.
Internally:
 Victorian Board and CEO
 Victorian Senior Management Team including Fundraising
Director, HR Advisor, Finance Manager and Senior Media Advisor
 Victorian CVH Managers and the team
 National Media and Advocacy Director
 National General Manager Health Outcomes
 National Data and Evaluation Unit
 National Cardiovascular Health Management Group
 National Research Program
 National Health Information Service
Externally:
 State politicians, ministers and advisors
 Senior Bureaucrats from a range of State Government
Departments including VicHealth
 VACCHO
 State-wide Cardiac Clinical Network
 Academic institutions and researchers
 Local Government
 NGOs – eg. Stroke Foundation, Diabetes Victoria, Cancer Council
Victoria, Kidney Health
 Media outlets
 Key professional organisations and industry bodies
 Donors and supporters
DECISION MAKING:
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
The decision making scope in this position is high.
Qualifications
 A tertiary qualification in public health or related discipline
 Post graduate qualification in a health/allied health related, health
management , economics discipline
Independently
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The coordination and approval of annual team business plans and
individual performance plans
Management of the CVH budget in Victoria including external
funding within delegations
Resourcing of CVH team
Contract management
Direct and mentor CVH staff
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Knowledge & Experience
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Experience of leadership of a health team
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Sign off budget expenditure within agreed limits ($10,000)
With input
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Development and delivery of the health elements of the Annual
Victorian Business Plan
Recruitment of new staff
External funding submissions (sign off)
Media on a contentious issue
Issues that may potentially be a matter of high risk and concern
Recommend action
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Changes to strategic direction or future activity
Out of budget expenditure
Expert advice on health related matters
External advocacy on an issue
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Skills
 High level senior leadership
 Participatory decision making
 Management skills (human resource, financial, project)
 High level strategic planning, analytical and critical appraisal
 Confident and competent public speaker with good media skills
 Excellent oral and written communication skills
 Proven collaboration and negotiation skills
 Competent with Microsoft Office applications
Provide Guidance
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Awareness of critical issues and current developments in
cardiovascular health from a prevention (primary and secondary)
management and population health based perspective
Sound understanding of Victorian political and health systems and
networks
Senior experience in public health or related domains
Experience in advocacy including demonstrable success in
negotiating and building partnerships at a senior level
Experience in leading successful, collaborative teams that work
together to achieve a common goal.
National and state based internal policies and procedures
Direct Reports (position titles):
Indirect Reports:
Budget Management:
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2016 Budget: $4.9M (core and external
project grants)
Healthy Hearts Manager
Heart Care Manager
Policy and Campaign Manager
Personal Assistant, CVH
Staff within the CVH team
Key Selection Criteria
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Relevant tertiary qualification in public health, public policy, allied health or other health related field
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Previous senior management experience with a proven ability to lead a high functioning team
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Sound understanding of the Victorian political and policy environment and how it relates to cardiovascular health
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Demonstrated experience in negotiating and building effective relationships with key stakeholders including government and nongovernment organisations at a senior level
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A proven confident and competent public speaker with an ability to communicate through the media and with diverse audiences
Essential Competencies:
Political Savvy: Can manoeuvre through complex political situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and organisations
function; anticipates where the land mines are and plans his/her approach accordingly.
Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is
future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough
strategies and plans.
Organisational Agility: Knowledgeable about how organisation’s work; knows how to get things done through formal channels and the
informal network; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the cultures of
organisations.
Priority Setting: Spends his/her time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many
aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus
Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and
successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a
feeling of belonging in the team.
Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful
manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain
Delegation: Clearly and comfortably delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; broadly shares both responsibility and
accountability; tends to trust people to perform; lets direct reports finish their own work
Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line
oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
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OUR VALUES
Visionary
We are able to see the “big picture” and articulate our vision of the future. We inspire each other to help turn this into reality. We are prepared
to take calculated risks and feel empowered to make change.
Dynamic & Collaborative
We work together to achieve the Heart Foundation’s vision. We communicate openly, debate the issues, and share our knowledge, expertise
and experience so that we can utilise each other’s strengths to best effect and learn from our mistakes and our successes. We are flexible and
make timely decisions that enable us to shape and adapt to our changing environment.
Integrity
We will be respectful and transparent in all our actions. We accept responsibility and stand up for what is right.
Passionate
We believe in what we do and are proud to work for the Heart Foundation. Our energy and enthusiasm drives our performance and creates a
positive and inspiring work environment.
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ORGANISATIONAL CHART
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Approval:
Incumbent
Manager
Name:
Kellie-Ann Jolly, CEO
Name:
Signed:
Signed:
Dated:
Dated:
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