Management Board Member – SNOMED International

United Kingdom

SNOMED International is a not-for-profit organization that owns, administers and develops SNOMED CT, the world’s most comprehensive clinical terminology.

The safe, accurate and effective exchange of health information is an essential foundation to improve healthcare around the world. We strive to determine the best global standards for health terminology and to engage with the global healthcare community to improve SNOMED CT and patient safety.

Dear Candidate
Thank you for expressing interest in joining the Management Board of SNOMED International, which I have the privilege to chair. I believe that you would find that being a member of the Management Board would be a most rewarding opportunity, and one that I would hope would excite your interest.
We are honoured to be trusted by the General Assembly of our member countries around the globe to ensure that health standards make a tangible and sustainable difference to patient outcomes everywhere.
You will be aware of our flagship standard, SNOMED CT (SCT), however, you may not be aware of just how powerful a contribution it makes to all aspects of healthcare; from clear and accurate documentation at the point of care, which also enables the safe transfer of information among diverse systems, to deep and vital clinical research.
We are at a critical stage in our development and we have made significant progress on an ambitious strategic road map, which guides us and which we oversee; we also have the challenge of ensuring the alignment of our SCT standard and those of the World Health Organization as well as harnessing the fast-evolving world of analytics, genomics and artificial intelligence. The judgement, experience and contribution you will bring will be essential to our ability to achieve these undertakings and to further enhance global healthcare.
The Management Board Appointment & Review Committee of the General Assembly are responsible for shortlisting and interviewing candidates. If you are successful in your application, you will be very warmly welcomed onto our diverse and respected Management Board. Whilst we are a small and eclectic group of passionate people, we are aligned and dedicated to the success of our mission to improve the health of humankind.
For a confidential discussion, please contact our professional advisors on this appointment, Alumni Global, who would be delighted to assist further.
I very much look forward to your application.
With best wishes
Joanne Burns
Chair
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Summary & Context of the Management Board Member Appointments
SNOMED International is a diverse international healthcare organization committed to the safe, accurate and effective exchange of health information as an essential foundation to improve healthcare around the world. We strive to determine the best global standards for health terminology and to engage with the global healthcare community to improve the adoption of our widely recognized terminology, SNOMED CT, and its application and support to patient safety and enhance clinical decision-making.
The Management Board, which is accountable to our General Assembly (GA), has responsibility for ensuring the effective oversight and governance of the organization and for providing support and critical challenge to our Senior Management Team.
We are seeking three exceptionally committed, collaborative and experienced individuals to join the Management Board and support the development of SNOMED International’s strategy and mission.
As a member of our board of directors, you will join a small, multi-talented, international group of individuals who come together four times each year in support of SNOMED International. You will play a critical role in reviewing the performance, direction and progress of the organization and bringing your deep professional skills and understanding to strengthen and continuously improve our activities.
The Role of the Management Board
Oversight
- Ensures that the activities of SNOMED International are carried out under the terms of its Articles.
- Oversees the stewardship of the organization; approves the work plan and budget; monitors financial management and business performance.
Strategy & Risk
- Establishes the strategic directions of the organization.
- Ensures that Management has systems in place to identify the principal risks and appropriate systems to manage these risks.
- Ensures that procedures and practices are in place to protect SNOMED International’s assets and reputation.
Performance & Succession
- Ensures the performance of the organization is continually monitored. Ensures that any performance problems that are identified by monitoring activities are addressed by the SMT.
- Reviews succession planning for the CEO and the Senior Management Team.
- Acts as ambassadors for SNOMED International.
Competency
- Governance/Board: Experience in serving on public sector, private sector or not-for-profit boards. Experience with good governance policies. Experience in Health would be beneficial.
- Leadership: Experience serving as a Committee Chair, or in other senior roles in program development, leadership or implementation. Experience in Health would be beneficial.
- Strategic Planning/Focus: Experience with planning, evaluation, and implementation of a strategic plan. Focus on long-term goals and strategic outcomes. Experience in Health would be beneficial.
- Business Experience: Experience in a senior level in an international profit or non-profit organization active in health care. See general notes for relevant areas. Evidence of financial acumen and ability to manage portfolio finances.
- Risk Management: Experience in the process of identifying risks and ensuring that management has implemented appropriate systems to manage risk. Experience in Health would be beneficial.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, experience in providing the information members of the organization need to feel positively engaged in the operation of SNOMED International. Experience in Health would be beneficial.
Specialist Skills
The 2020-2025 strategy has taken the organization to new territories, where new and potentially disruptive technologies will play a key part, new areas of health and medicine are already prevalent (e.g. Genomics), analytics and research are increasingly integrated with direct care ecosystems, Information Technology and HealthTech start-ups are evolving and appearing at an ever increasing rate, and Governments across the world are introducing more and more initiatives to support digital health innovations.
There are a number of skills that the GA believe are important for SNOMED International in order to grow and deliver on its mission in the coming years. These skills are highlighted below.
Management Board Member 1:
- Profile: We are seeking candidates with strong Executive leadership experience, strategic acumen, and Digital skills. Additionally, candidates with a solid track record of managing and interacting with national government organizations in a related field are also of highly valuable. This profile would suit an experienced Board member, or individual exhibiting the required attributes, to become Vice Chair of the Management Board.
Management Board Member 2:
- Profile: We seek someone with expertise in Genomics and data science who can provide guidance at board level on the development of the sector and opportunities to achieve standardisation and interoperability into clinical settings.
Management Board Member 3:
- Profile: For this role, we are interested in candidates with an AI/ML/LLM skillset, preferably with experience in HealthTech and overseeing an entrepreneurial approach to development and implementation of AI within complex environments. Experience with leading-edge AI capabilities/services is essential.
All applications must include:
- A full curriculum vitae/resume
- Quoting the relevant role reference number: A039362
- A covering letter highlighting the aspects of the job description and SNOMED International that particularly attract you to the post (Microsoft Word document)
- Contact details for three referees, these will not be contacted without your permission. (References should validate a minimum period of six years employment)
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (which you will be redirected to once you have submitted your application) *
Monitoring
One of Alumni Global’s and SNOMED International’s objectives is to ensure that its workforce is reflective of the local community and therefore we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups. So that we can successfully achieve these aims, while it is not mandatory we would encourage every applicant to complete the “Equal Opportunities Monitoring form” so that we can measure the effectiveness of our efforts. The Recruiting Manager does not have access to the Monitoring Information Sections of the application form at any stage of the process and the information provided will be kept entirely confidential.
For a confidential discussion on this role please contact:
Frank McKenna, Global Managing Director or Michael Earnshaw, Director of Research, on +44 77 1905 59 71
Candidate adjustment
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the recruitment process please can you advise us so that we can ensure this is accommodated.
Key Milestones:
Closing date: 2nd August 2024
GA Informal Meetings: w/c 19th August 2024
Final Interviews: w/c 26th August 2024
Informal Meetings with MB Chair: w/c 2nd September 2024
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