We invite applications for the position of Board Member at VSIA “National Mental Health Center.”

The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Latvia Announces a Competition for the Position of Board Member at VSIA “National Mental Health Center” with Expertise in Change Management

Minimum Mandatory Requirements for Candidates:

Compliance with the requirements of Section 31, Paragraph 4 of the Law on Governance of Public Capital Shares and Capital Companies.
Impeccable reputation.
Compliance with the requirements of the Law “On the Prevention of Conflict of Interest in Activities of Public Officials.”
Academic or second-level professional higher education.
At least three years of experience in an equivalent senior management role within a relevant sector, or a senior management position requiring the competencies and knowledge necessary for professional execution of the board member’s tasks.
Proficiency in the Latvian language (C1 level or higher) and English language skills (at least B2 level) in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Additional Requirements (examples to be included in the CV):

Experience in managing change and development processes, including organizational structure, processes, and human resources.
Experience in implementing digital solutions, strengthening governance and control, or improving organizational efficiency.
Experience in developing and implementing operational strategies, understanding public capital company governance and operations, and knowledge of good corporate governance principles.
Knowledge and understanding of administrative and human resource management processes.

Desirable Requirements (may earn additional points; specific examples to be included in the CV):

Experience in managing or supervising large-scale projects (€500,000+), including the use of European Union financial instruments.
Experience in quality and process management.
Understanding of procurement processes.

Key Competencies:

Change Management (essential).
Strategic Vision (essential).
Decision-Making and Accountability (essential).
Leadership and Team Management (essential).

Salary:

€4,800 per month (gross).

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted by December 4, 2024 (inclusive) via email to [email protected] with the subject line: “Application for NPVC Board Member Position.”

Required Documents:

Motivated application letter.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Declaration of compliance with:
- Section 31, Paragraph 4 of the Law on Governance of Public Capital Shares and Capital Companies.
- The requirements of the Law “On the Prevention of Conflict of Interest in Activities of Public Officials.”
- Impeccable reputation.
Copies of higher education diplomas.
Copies of professional qualifications and certificates.

Candidates shortlisted for the second stage will be asked to submit a strategic vision (in a presentation format, up to 15 minutes) outlining the main future challenges for the “National Mental Health Center” and providing insights into key priorities and proposals for addressing them.

Data Processing Notice:

In accordance with the Personal Data Processing Law, the information provided in application documents will be processed to ensure the proper conduct of the competition. Your data may be shared with the Ministry of Health’s recruitment partner. The data controller is the Ministry of Health, contact: Brīvības Street 72 k-1, Riga LV-1011, email: [email protected]. You have the right to withdraw your consent to data processing at any time by contacting [email protected].

Selection Process:

The candidate selection and evaluation process will be conducted by a nomination committee in collaboration with a professional recruitment service provider. The committee is chaired by Aiga Balode, Deputy State Secretary for Digitalization and Change Management at the Ministry of Health.

Committee Members:

Santa Gulbe, Director of the Personnel and Document Management Department at the Ministry of Health.
Āris Kasparāns, Director of the National Health Service.
Ilze Nežberte, Consultant at the Cross-Sectoral Coordination Department of the State Chancellery.
Daiga Pētersone, Board Member of the Latvian Healthcare Management Specialists Association.
Ieva Leimane-Veldmeijere, Director of the Resource Center for People with Mental Disabilities “ZELDA.”

The evaluation process will include collaboration with the recruitment service provider to ensure a transparent and effective selection.