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International Diabetes Federation Chief Executive Officer


The International Diabetes Federation is an umbrella organisation for a worldwide network of over 200 national diabetes associations in more than 160 countries. Headquartered in Belgium and founded in 1950, the IDF is a charity whose mission is to strengthen these associations so that there is a strong global voice to promote the care and treatment of people with diabetes and support leading edge clinical research focussed on both cure and prevention. With a prestigious reputation in scientific, clinical and academic circles the IDF promotes the advancement of diabetes health through scientific meetings, congresses and influencing at the highest levels of government, international organisations and industry.
Our recent progress including securing political commitment at the United Nation to build tangible momentum in tackling the causes of diabetes and ensuring essential medicines are available to the 371 million people with this chronic condition. There is more to do and we remain highly ambitious to strengthen our capabilities to do more.
We are now seeking an outstanding individual to lead the Federation forward as Chief Executive Officer. Working closely with our new President, Sir Michael Hirst, our Board and General Council, you will provide visionary leadership and management across the full range of the IDF’s activities ranging from publishing, professional education, policy development and advocacy. You will also support our international regions develop strength and capacity to drive change and mobilise at all levels, including advocacy at national government level.
To succeed in this role you will need to combine strategy and policy development with a strong interest in people development, organisational effectiveness and delivery. You will have well-developed diplomacy skills and thrive in a complex international stakeholder environment, implementing our strategy and supporting the governance of the Federation’s activities through working collaboratively with our Board and President.
For more information, please visit www.harveynash.com/idfceo
Please email your CV and covering letter to:kat.kamsika@harveynash.com quoting reference number HN7210E. For a confidential discussion, please email your details to Frank McKenna, Managing Director of Healthcare (frank.mckenna@harveynash.com) or Anita Acavalos (anita.acavalos@harveynash.com). Closing date is 18th March 2013. Harvey Nash is a global executive search consultancy. Harvey Nash plc is an agency advertising a permanent role.