United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Health Governance Advisor

The Opportunity

We currently have an opportunity for a Health Governance Advisor and are looking for a high calibre individual, who is a qualified and registered health professional, to join us in our central London office on a 6 months fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension. The role will involve up to 20% international travel.

In this role you’ll work closely with our Medical Director and make a significant contribution to the provision of strong governance to support the safety and quality of our Health and Nutrition programming activity across the world. You will assist the Medical Director in the baselining activity and lead on the development of an agreed set of global standards.

In order to be successful you will bring proven experience in the application and management of clinical governance, an understanding of the management of organisational risk, and first-hand experience of health programmes in low income countries. Sector experience is desirable but not essential.

On a personal level you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive and collaborative approach, strong networking skills, and cultural awareness.

The role has a competitive package in the context of the sector, including a pension scheme and a 30 days annual leave.

The organisation

We employ approximately 17,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 60 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards 3 breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday


• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,


• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

Application information

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.