ICN CEO Position Opening

Geneva - International Nursing Leadership Opportunity
Founded in 1899, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) is the oldest and widest reaching health care organisation for health professionals in the world. As a federation of national nurses’ associations (NNAs), ICN represents nurses in more than 130 countries. Operated by nurses for nurses, the organisation works to ensure quality nursing care for all, sound health policies globally, the advancement of nursing knowledge, the presence worldwide of a respected nursing profession and a competent and satisfied nursing workforce.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic nurse to build on ICN’s successes and lead it through the next stage of development.

The Chief Executive Officer will:

• In collaboration with the President and the Board, provide vision and strategic direction to the organisation and its member national nurses associations.
• Act as the promotor of ICN policy, operating as a global leader in nursing and in health, building alliances with key stakeholders and continuing to raise ICN’s profile and impact.
• Provide effective leadership and management to the organisation, inspiring and motivating the staff, ensuring financial viability and seeking means for diversifying income streams.
• Have a high level of emotional intelligence with an understanding of and sensitivity to the complexities of operating within the international arena.
• Be an excellent advocate and negotiator, with strong interpersonal and networking skills, and a track record of managing a high performing organisation.
• Be responsible for financial management including budgeting, cost control, impact assessment, fund raising and change management.
• Have significant experience working in board-governed, not-for-profit membership organisations.
• Be a registered nurse with significant leadership experience at national and international levels together with very strong political skills, and a successful track record of advocating and influencing policy.

Fluency in English is essential for this role; the ability to work in French or Spanish is desirable
If you are interested in applying for this position please send to CEOrecruitment@icn.ch the following information:
-       A letter, high level narrative, indicating the reasons of your interest in the position
-       A CV/résumé including a minimum of 3 references.
Applications must be received no later than 30^th September 2015.
You will find the job description for this position here: JOB DESCRIPTION
For any additional information on the position, please contact CEO@icn.ch
Source: ICN Website