Chief Operating Officer
British Association of Urological Surgeons
Salary
£80,000 - £85,000 per year
About the Organisation
BAUS is a registered charity and a professional membership association dedicated to ensuring the highest standards in the practice of urology for the benefit of patients. Urologists and urological teams treat a broad spectrum of conditions across all age groups. Urology is one of the most varied branches of surgery and encompasses diseases of the kidneys, bladder, and prostate, including incontinence, erectile dysfunction, infertility, cancer, and reconstruction of the genito-urinary tract. It caters to patients of both sexes and all ages, from children to older adults. BAUS supports healthcare professionals who treat urological patients to deliver excellent care by developing guidance for clinical practice, providing education, and fostering research. We have a membership of circa 2500 members from medical students to consultants & associated urological specialists practicing in the UK, and also have an international membership.
The motto of BAUS is ‘united strength is stronger’ and the Association’s strength continues to derive from the commitment and support of our members who make BAUS their professional home. The medical, political, and social landscapes in the UK have been fundamentally re-shaped - including by the challenges of COVID-19 – and it is therefore imperative for BAUS to have a clear focus going forward to ensure the Association remains relevant to its members and the services they provide for their patients. A new four-year strategic plan was published in 2023 which highlights three strategic themes – membership, education, and the provision of urological services – and two supporting themes – digital and communications, and widening participation.
About the role
The CEO will lead BAUS in achieving its mission, shaping and executing a strategic vision that strengthens the organization, supports its members, and ensures sustainability. Working closely with the Board, the CEO will be responsible for strategic oversight and implementation, external relations, and long-term planning while leveraging the COO’s operational expertise to ensure effective day-to-day management.
Responsibilities
Governance and Strategy:
- Provision of timely and appropriate advice, information, and recommendations to the Board on risks, and issues requiring Board decision or awareness.
- Contributing to the Board’s strategic thinking.
- Delivering the defined outcomes of the 2023-2026 strategic plan, which operationalizes the Board’s strategic aims.
- Supporting the Board on governance issues including board member recruitment/induction, training, and reviews of its performance.
- Ensuring BAUS’ compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements at Board and operational levels.
The leadership of BAUS:
- Lead on the operationalization of BAUS’ strategy across the organization.
- Oversee financial strategy development, ensuring robust and sustainable revenue streams that align with the organization's mission.
- Collaborate with the COO to monitor budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation, maximizing the efficient use of BAUS’ human, financial and other resources.
- Ensure the management, development, and administration of all employee and employment needs.
External Engagement:
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships and alongside the Board, manage BAUS’ external relationships, both locally and nationally.
- Drive advocacy efforts to influence policy promote the interests of members and ensure the views of the Association and its members are represented and publicized.
Member Engagement and Support:
- Direct and deliver an integrated, strategic approach to the Association’s communications with Members, which enables their initial recruitment and ensures ongoing retention, maximizing opportunities to remind Members of the value they gain from their membership.
- Stay attuned to member needs, working to ensure that services are relevant, impactful, and aligned with professional standards.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all member-facing initiatives to foster an inclusive environment.
- The CEO will be required to deal with people at all levels including; trustees, council members, BAUS members, staff and members of other professional associations, external providers and suppliers, and the general public. All members, colleagues, and external contacts must be treated with respect and courtesy.
Skills, Competencies & Experience
Skills and Experience:
- Managing the leadership function in a similar-sized organization or a senior leadership role in a larger organization (experience in the not-for-profit sector, health sector, and managing a membership organization is ideal).
- Developing and delivering strategic plans to drive both internal and external operational engagement.
- Leading organizational, functional, and budgetary initiatives, ideally in healthcare, and charity membership organizations.
- Strong understanding of governance, with experience of working alongside a Board.
- Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to represent the organization persuasively to stakeholders.
- Experience in methods used to evaluate strategic, operational, and financial key performance.
Personal Qualities and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and communication capabilities.
- Ability to articulate a clear strategic vision to staff, the Board, and members.
- Ability to interact with a broad range of individuals within an environment of change.
- Empathy and understanding to lead a strong ethical values-driven organization.
- Self-confidence, diplomacy, and thought leadership to think outside of the box, generate new ideas, and challenge the status quo.
- Willing to engage hands-on and “roll up sleeves” where necessary.
- Ability to lead and inspire colleagues, providing sound guidance and support.
- Enthusiasm and a genuine interest om our mission and a desire to contribute to its success.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree
Compensation & Benefits
- 25 days Annual Leave
- Plus Bank Holidays and Christmas and New Year.
- Pension Scheme 16% Employer Contribution
Working locations
- Hybrid model, working in the London office and remotely
How to apply
- Send an email to Paul Venning at [email protected] with a CV maximum of 2 pages and a cover letter by Monday 13th January 2025 at 11:30 PM.
Interviews
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The interview will take place on Friday 7th February 2025