The integration of Health and Adult Social Care continues to be a key strategic goal locally and across Scotland, ensuring services are delivered at the right time and in the right place. To support our ongoing transformation and integration journey, we are delighted to welcome applications to the post of Chief Finance Officer for our Joint Integration Board.
This is a pivotal leadership role requiring exceptional financial insight, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of public sector governance. You will work closely with the Chief Officer and the Integration Joint Board (IJB) to shape and deliver a sustainable financial strategy that supports the IJB’s vision and Strategic Plan. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial governance, leading the development of medium‑term financial planning, and providing high‑quality professional advice to support informed decision‑making. Your leadership will be key in ensuring public funds are used effectively, efficiently, and in the best interests of the people of Dumfries and Galloway.
Responsibilities
* Shape and deliver the IJB’s financial strategy and annual budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and long‑term sustainability.
* Provide expert financial analysis and strategic options appraisal to support transformation, reform, and the delivery of best value.
* Influence financial decision‑making at the highest levels, working collaboratively with NHS, Council, Scottish Government, and third and independent sector partners.
* Ensure robust financial governance and medium‑term financial planning.
* Provide high‑quality professional advice to support informed decision‑making.
* Ensure public funds are used effectively, efficiently, and in the best interests of the people of Dumfries and Galloway.
Qualifications and Attributes
* Strategic financial leader capable of developing and implementing sustainable financial strategies that support integrated health and social care services.
* Trusted advisor who brings clarity, objectivity, and influence to complex financial decisions, ensuring sound governance and public accountability.
* Collaborator able to lead across organisational boundaries, aligning financial planning with shared priorities and delivering value for money.
* Demonstrated compassion, openness, respect across all levels of the organisation, and commitment to excellence through sound financial leadership.
To find out more about working with NHS Dumfries and Galloway and for an insight into our friendly, beautiful corner of Scotland, visit https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/workwithus/.
Equality and Diversity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Public Protection
Public protection practice encompasses the recognition and management of risk in order to prevent or reduce harm to children, (including unborn babies), young people and adults. All public protection legislation, and NHS Dumfries and Galloway (NHSDG) policies and guidance are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and the principles of these Conventions underpin all NHSDG core business.
Right to Work in the United Kingdom
NHS Dumfries and Galloway has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. All prospective employees must have the appropriate right to work in the UK or be eligible for a work visa.
Professional Registration
Vacancies requiring professional registration require full United Kingdom registration with the appropriate council (e.g., NMC, HCPC, GMC, GDC).
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