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THE NAZARETH TRUST
CHIEF
EXECUTIVE
RECRUITMENT
CANDIDATE BRIEF
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INTRODUCTION
FOr OvEr 150 yEArS JESUS’ HOME TOwN HAS SEEN THE rEMArkAbLE UNFOLdING
OF A STOry OF qUIET, EFFECTIvE ANd prACTICAL SErvICE TO ANyONE IN NEEd.
HISTORY
The Nazareth Hospital was started in 1861 by Dr Kaloost Vartan, Dr. Vartan was an Armenian who had grown up in
Constantinople (Istanbul), received his medical training in Edinburgh, and was supported by the Edinburgh Medical
Missionary Society (EMMS) which was founded in 1841. Immediately after graduation Dr Vartan left for the Middle
East and eventually settled in Nazareth where he established a clinic which included a 4-bed hospital ‘ward’.
At the time this was the only hospital, and Dr Vartan the only registered physician, between Jerusalem and Beirut.
In 1866 the Directors of EMMS agreed to take on the support of the work in Nazareth, a commitment that continues to
the present day. The history of the Hospital and its Nursing School is interwoven with periods of international conflict,
social upheaval and political change. Throughout all of this the work has experienced God’s grace, protection and
provision.
In 2000 EMMS reorganised as two separate charities - EMMS International, which supports a range of healthcare
projects in Africa, India and Nepal, and EMMS Nazareth, which owns, operates and supports the expanding work of the
hospital and allied ministries in Nazareth. EMMS Nazareth, which operates under the name The Nazareth Trust, is a
registered Scottish company (SC225661) and charity (SC032510) and is also registered in Israel as a foreign owned
company and not-for-profit organisation (No:560019945).
CONTEXT
Nazareth lies in the Galilee region in the north of the modern-day State of Israel. Following World War II, United
Nations’ proposals for the division of Palestine suggested that three areas - Gaza, the West Bank of the Jordan and a
northern enclave abutting on Lebanon and including Nazareth - should be under Palestinian Arab rule with the
remaining territory constituting the new State of Israel. These proposals were overtaken by the First Arab Israeli war
(1948), and while the West Bank and Gaza remained under Arab rule, the northern enclave was incorporated into
Israel. As a result Nazareth and the surrounding region are home to the main concentration of Palestinian Arabs with
Israeli citizenship.
Nazareth is a rapidly growing city that has doubled its population to around 80,000 in the last 40 years.
The demographic has also shifted from a predominantly Arab Christian community to the present pattern where
around 70% of the local population are Arab Muslim. In addition, the more recently established town of Nazareth Illit is
predominantly Jewish. These changes are reflected in the demographics of the staff and service-users of the Trust.
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VISION
In and through the name of Jesus of Nazareth we aim to:
n Be known globally as a place where peace and reconciliation, possible through Jesus, become a reality – in families,
in work teams, across communities and across the country.
n Be recognized as a hospital which provides healing through excellence in the quality of holistic care, value for
money, integrated local services and effective outreach to the surrounding area.
n Be a place of learning and personal development where all staff are encouraged to reach their full potential.
n Provide a Christian volunteer programme, known for its quality, with an extended network of alumni who will be
advocates for the work of the Trust across the world.
n Attract and retain talented professionals, and encourage all staff to give their best in the furtherance of the overall
mission of the Trust.
SERVICES
The Nazareth Trust (the Trust) incorporates four distinct but interrelated activities.
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the Nazareth Hospital EMMS (NHE),
the School of Nursing (SoN),
SERVE Nazareth.
the Nazareth Village - all based on an extensive site overlooking the main town to which the hospital moved in
1911.
In addition The Trust maintains a Head Office in the UK.
THE HOSPITAL
The NHE operates as a private ‘not for profit’ organization, and regional general hospital operating within the Israeli
healthcare system. It has 146 beds, around 500 staff, offers 24 hour emergency access and provides a wide range of
services including medicine, surgery, maternity, paediatrics, psychiatry and intensive care. There is a busy renal dialysis
service, a neonatal unit and a recently opened (2014) cardiac catheterisation suite.
The hospital, which is affiliated with the Bar Ilan medical school, maintains education, training and research
programmes and takes an active role in regional and national healthcare programmes and activities.
For much of its history the NHE operated as a traditional ‘mission’ hospital with most senior posts being occupied by
short or long-term expatriate staff. Changes in the regulatory arrangements within Israel over recent decades
significantly limit such arrangements and the hospital is now staffed by recruitment within Israel, largely from the local
Palestinian Arab community.
The hospital has always made its services available, where needed, to the relatively underprivileged Palestinian
population of the neighbouring northern West Bank. In the last year regular medical ‘outreach’ clinics have been
undertaken to a specific area of the West Bank, in the field of primary care paediatrics. It is hoped this work will
develop further.
SCHOOL OF NURSING
The School of Nursing was established in 1924, the only Arab Nursing School in Israel. Today more than 200 Jewish
and Arab students are being trained. The School has a strong record of academic excellence as reflected in its
students’ performance in national examinations.
SERVE NAZARETH
Set up in 2010, SERVE is a ministry which facilitates short and longer-term volunteers from around the world to
engage with local ministries both within and beyond the Trust’s activities. Its emphasis is not simply on the placement
and organisation of voluntary activity but on providing a formative personal and faith development experience for
volunteers.
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THE NAZARETH VILLAGE
Following the retrieval of 1st Century archaeological remains found on an unused area of the Trust’s campus, the
Nazareth Village opened in 2000 as an authentic recreation of local life in the time of Jesus. It is now regularly visited
by tour groups and local schools. The Village was enabled, funded and run by dedicated charities in the USA and Israel
but management has very recently been passed to the Trust (2015).
HEAD OFFICE
The Trust’s Head Office is based in the UK and has a staff of three in addition to the current CEO. This team support
various aspects of the work in Nazareth, facilitate the work of the Trust Board and have an active role in encouraging
donation and prayer support, principally in the UK.
GOVERNANCE
The Trust is constituted as a Christian charity. Its primary objective, as expressed in the Memorandum of Association
under the Companies Acts, is
“THE RELIEF OF SICKNESS, POVERTY OR SUFFERING BY THE ESTABLISHMENT, MAINTENANCE
ETC OF MEDICAL MISSIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES AND IN
CONFORMITY WITH CHRIST’S OWN ExAMPLE AND COMMAND “HEAL THE SICK, AND SAY TO
THEM, ‘THE KINGDOM OF GOD IS COME NIGH TO YOU IN ISRAEL AND/OR ELSEWHERE.”
Oversight of the Trust resides with a duly constituted Board of Trustees who are appointed for three year terms with
the potential for serving up to three consecutive terms. The current Board comprises nine members who represent a
range of professional backgrounds and are based either in the UK, USA or Israel. The Board meets three or four times
per annum, either in Nazareth or the UK.
FINANCE
The School of Nursing, SERVE and the Nazareth Village are principally resourced through income from their respective
service users.
The NHE operates within the Israeli health service which is essentially funded through taxation and free at the point of
delivery. Ministry of Health funding is distributed to four healthcare organisations (Kopat Holim) with whom the NHE
makes individual activity-based contractual agreements. A few services, particularly maternity and psychiatry, are
funded directly without these contractual arrangements.
The Trust also benefits from, and depends on, the support of a range of individual and organisational donors,
principally in the UK, USA and Israel.
The total turnover of the Trust (excluding Nazareth Village) for the year ended 31 December 2014 was NIS 157m
(approximately £27m). Some 97% of this income comes from the provision of clinical services with the balance from
nursing student fees, donations and other sources. The national healthcare budget in Israel, as in most developed
countries, has not kept pace with increased demand and rising costs and as a result the financial position of the NHE is
under significant pressure. In 2014 total operating costs exceeded income with the result that a small operating deficit
was reported.
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THE KEY CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES AHEAD
ACAdEMISATION OF NUrSE EdUCATION
Israel is moving towards requiring all newly registered nurses to have a primary degree. The SoN cannot
independently achieve degree-granting status and in order to sustain its current programme would require some
pattern of affiliation with a larger college or university, a move that would potentially involve transfer of oversight of
the SoN and the consequent loss of its explicit Christian ethos. Active discussions are underway regarding potential
academic partners; the nature of the relationship that might be agreed with such partners and the possibility of
alternative approaches such as the provision of transition nursing courses for students with existing primary degree
qualifications.
FINANCE AND FUND-RAISING
The NHE financial settlements are tightly negotiated and securing funds for the replacement and addition of
equipment and the development of the hospital estate is a constant challenge. The Trust therefore has a significant
dependence on donor support and there is a recognised imperative to enhance current fund-raising strategies, both in
regard to direct donations and the development and consolidation of links with partner organisations supportive of
the Trust’s activities. The Trust is currently working towards International Aid Agency status which, it is hoped, will give
access to new sources of funding.
ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE
Following its recent transition there is a requirement to consolidate the management and activities of the Nazareth
Village into the work of the Trust.
The NHE is currently moving to a devolved management structure based on clinical ‘Divisions’ (Directorates in the UK).
This represents a significant change with regard to staff and financial governance, policy-making and strategic
decision-making.
ACCREDITATION
In keeping with other Israeli hospitals the NHE is currently pursuing JCI accreditation. This involves an extensive and
time-consuming review of policies, practices and services. This has, and will continue to have, organisational and cost
implications, at least into 2016.
CHRISTIAN WITNESS
The Trust operates in a complex cultural, political and regulatory environment with constraints, particularly in regard to
the NHE and the SoN, regarding activities which may be seen as proselytising. The SERVE programme, the Nazareth
Village and the NHE chaplaincy services offer opportunities for explicit expression of belief but there is a recognised
challenge to find enhanced, credible approaches to demonstrate the Christian gospel, and to enhance and maintain
the Christian ethos of the work. The recent (2015) appointment of a Spiritual Director is, in part, intended to support
such efforts.
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
There are a number of areas of actual and potential service development in the immediate future:
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extension of existing outreach work within the West Bank;
increased cooperation with the other two hospitals in Nazareth (both run by Catholic orders and smaller than NHE);
enhanced paediatric services in partnership with CURE International.
The Trust is also exploring a long-term capital investment programme, along with partner organisations,
to enhance the Nazareth Village facilities and extend the existing hospital buildings.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – The Nazareth Trust (TNT)
OVERALL JOB PURPOSE
To provide effective and Godly leadership in the development and delivery of an agreed strategy and the
organisational objectives for the Trust and its various ministries (The Nazareth Hospital, the School of Nursing,
SERVE Nazareth and the Nazareth Village).
LOCATION
Nazareth, Israel. The CEO may choose to live anywhere within a reasonable commuting distance of Nazareth and will
need to travel internationally on a regular basis.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Accountable to the Board of Trustees and line managed by the Chair of Trustees.
Line manages Executive staff team in Israel (currently 6 people) and staff team in the UK office (3 people).
Government and key health care leaders both within the Nazareth and Galilee area and nationally.
Community and faith group leaders locally and nationally.
Leaders of key Christian organisations and major churches who have an interest in the Arab world, health care
provision and the maintaining of Christian witness in Israel.
The Scottish Charities regulator (OSCR) and other statutory bodies both in the UK and Israel as required.
Key supporters both locally and internationally.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREA
1. SpIrITUAL LEAdErSHIp
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To provide spiritual leadership, together with the Spiritual Director, for the Executive team and the wider Trust by
personally living out the Trust’s statement of faith and values.
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To enhance and maintain the Christian ethos of the work.
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To develop the Christian witness of the Trust particularly within the local community and in conjunction with partner
organisations and churches.
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To represent the Trust as appropriate at Christian network events/conferences and to profile its work.
2. STrATEGIC LEAdErSHIp
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To lead the Trust with vision and integrity, setting a clear direction to ensure it achieves its mission strategy with
measurable objectives.
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To build a robust and effective organisation in accordance with its aims and purpose.
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To work with the Board of Trustees to develop a strategic plan that seeks to achieve the Trust’s aims, ensuring
(together with the executive staff) the effective delivery of strategic goals and plans.
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To maintain a business plan for ensuring growth and the long-term financial viability of the Trust.
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To model and encourage a style of relational leadership that enables staff and stakeholders to engage
wholeheartedly with the Trust.
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To ensure the Trust’s ethos is consistently upheld and implemented.
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3. OpErATIONAL LEAdErSHIp
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To keep the Board well informed, providing regular reports and liaising closely with the Chair.
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To lead, encourage and motivate the executive team in delivering the Trust’s key performance indicators,
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To provide a high level of professionalism and establish a culture of accountability, effective stewardship and
good governance.
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To develop sound budgetary policies and best practice management (structures and systems) to ensure the
efficient and effective operation of the Trust and the development of its staff.
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To ensure full compliance with Israeli government regulations and Scottish charity law.
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To lead and develop an effective fundraising strategy and income generation plan that secures the financial
sustainability of the Trust.
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To ensure financial and other reporting systems are maintained to a high standard to satisfy the needs and
requirements of the Israeli government, the Charity regulators, supporters and other relevant stakeholders.
4. rELATIONAL LEAdErSHIp
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To strengthen and enhance the reputation of the Trust within the Christian community internationally and within
the UK.
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To promote the Trust locally and internationally, acting as spokesperson and ambassador for the organisation,
engaging with appropriate forums and networks.
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To build strong and trusting relationships with the trustees, staff, supporters, key stakeholders and other likeminded organisations.
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To establish and sustain healthy, collaborative, and operational relationships between the Trust and other
organisations/networks/churches and individuals.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
An inspiring, relational and diplomatic leader is sought to engage with the vision and values of The Nazareth Trust and
to work relationally to promote and develop the ministry.
The successful applicant must have a heart-commitment to the Christian faith and share the vision and ethos of
The Nazareth Trust.
This is an occupational requirement under the UK Equality Act 2010.
JOB ROLE - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
EDUCATION
n Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience in the following is required:
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Leadership of teams
Strategic thinking and planning
Managing organisational change
Management experience in a large and complex organisation
Previous cross-cultural experience at a senior level
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
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Previous work in the Christian Sector
Previous work in the healthcare sector
Previous experience in the Middle East
Knowledge of Arabic/Hebrew
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES
n Spiritually mature – has a passion for God and a passion for people, combined with a strong sense of vocation.
n High standards of integrity – is consistently fair, honest, tolerant, dependable, caring, open and loyal.
n Trust builder – reflects the values and aspirations of followers and accepts that leadership is a responsibility,
not a privilege. Seeks to serve others first.
n Discernment – able to demonstrate insight, wisdom and judgement in work situations, ensuring justice is carried
out and sound decisions are made.
n Relationship builder/networker – puts a high priority on the development of healthy relationships where people feel
empowered, enabled and released to achieve their full potential.
n Emotional and social intelligence – highly self-aware, empathetic listener, and is able to read others.
n Resilience – constructively tough-minded and flexible in the face of stress or conflict.
n Facilitative team leader – able to inspire and lead an effective team in a wide variety of situations, under pressure as
well as at less fraught times.
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Cross-cultural awareness– able to see things from a different perspective and manage own attitudes and reactions.
Consequential thinker: able to understand processes, logical flows and the impact of decisions and outcomes.
Sharp-minded – able to think clearly and quickly and offer astute resourceful judgement.
Diplomatic – able to skilfully deal with a wide range of people and cultures with ease and tact and without giving
offence.
n Efficient organiser – able to plan, prioritise, delegate, implement, monitor and evaluate strategies and tactics,
in a calm and well organised manner.
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n Operational overseer – able to ensure operational efficiency across all areas of the organisation, balancing big
picture thinking with operational progress.
n Efficient implementer – able to get things done and achieve targets and goals.
n Problem-solver – with a constructive attitude towards risk, able to use limited resources creatively to maximum
effect.
n Creative communicator – able to communicate effectively face to face and in writing with up to date knowledge of
social networking technology.
n Public speaker – able to communicate publicly in a manner which is confident, skilful and articulate.
n Negotiator/influencer – able to use the understanding of others to influence outcomes and to negotiate to resolve
differences while maintaining support.
n Relationship management – able to manage high value relationships effectively in ways that maximise benefit to
the Trust.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
n A passionate and devoted Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness
in maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude when connecting with people both internally and externally.
n Able to agree and be committed to the Trust’s vision and ethos.
n A heart for, and understanding of, the Middle East and its multi-faith culture.
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REMUNERATION
SALARY
In the region of £75k depending on experience.
HOLIDAY
25 days per year, plus 10 public holidays in Israel.
BENEFITS
Contributory Pension Plan.
LOCATION
The job will be based in Nazareth, Israel and the expectation is that the appointee may
choose to live within a reasonable distance of Nazareth. There will be significant travel
nationally and internationally.
CAREER CHALLENGE
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for the right person with a heart to serve in the
Middle East and the right experience and competencies. The Nazareth Trust has grown
considerably over the last few years and needs a CEO who will model wise, relational and
inspirational leadership to the team and provide effective management of the Trust as well as
very ably profiling the heart of the work to an international audience.
APPOINTMENT PROCESS
The Chief Executive Officer will be appointed by a selection committee consisting of members of the Board of Trustees
of The Nazareth Trust.
As well as advertising the post, an executive search exercise is being undertaken by an external consultant who will
support the selection committee in the discharge of its duties, both to assist in the assessment of candidates against
the requirements for the role and to identify the widest possible field of qualified candidates.
Applicants are invited to submit a Cv with a covering letter, which must include answers to the following job-specific
questions:
1. Describe how you have worked cross-culturally and diplomatically across a wide variety of people and cultures?
2. Your ability to build a positive, high-performing and empowered executive team will be critical to this role.
Describe a time when you have done this effectively and outline the outcome.
3. Explain how you have managed high value relationships effectively in ways that have maximised the benefit to an
organisation. What did you do? What was the outcome?
4. Which elements of this role at The Nazareth Trust most excite you and where would you want to focus your efforts?
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS ON 19 JUNE 2015.
For further enquiries or an opportunity to discuss this post with someone, please use this email address:
mailto:[email protected]
First interviews will take place week beginning 27th July 2015 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The appointment will be made subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and a medical examination.
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