British Society for Heart Failure (BSH)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join the Board of Trustees at the British Society for Heart Failure (BSH). This is a unique opportunity to shape national policy, strengthen fundraising and support a growing organisation working to improve outcomes for over 1 million people living with heart failure in the UK. 

About Us

BSH is a national charity and professional membership organisation connecting clinicians and experts to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart failure. With a rapidly growing profile and a bold ambition through the 25in25 campaign, we are working to reduce mortality from heart failure and drive system‑wide change through research, education, awareness and policy influence. 

The Opportunity

As Trustee (Policy & Fundraising), you will play a key strategic role on our Board, providing expert advice on: 

• Fundraising and income generation strategy 

• Policy development, lobbying and influencing 

• Commercial opportunities and organisational sustainability 

You will also act as a Link Trustee to the CEO, supporting performance, governance oversight and organisational effectiveness, and chair the CEO Performance and Remuneration Panel. 

Who We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates with: 

• Senior leadership experience (charity, public, or commercial sectors) 

• Expertise in fundraising, policy, lobbying or commercial strategy 

• Strong governance, strategic thinking and decision‑making skills 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities 

• A commitment to improving healthcare outcomes and driving impact 

Time Commitment & Terms

• Approximately 1–2 days per month 

• Board meets 4–5 times per year (mix of virtual and London‑based meetings) 

• Voluntary role (expenses reimbursed) 

• 3‑year term, with potential for reappointment 

Why Join Us?

• Influence national policy and healthcare improvement 

• Support an ambitious, growing charity at a pivotal moment 

• Contribute to a mission with real and measurable patient impact 

• Work with a committed, expert Board and leadership team 

Key Dates

• Closing date: 2 August 2026 

• Interviews: 19 August 2026 (virtual) 

• Start date: September 2026 

Please see the full pack here.

Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement to: admin@bsh.org.uk

For an informal discussion, contact: anna.clodfelter@bsh.org.uk

The Deadline for submitting data to the NHFA is 31st May 2026.

Please note this coincides with a bank holiday weekend. So, you may wish to ensure all data is submitted prior to that weekend.

There will be no extensions to the deadline. Please ensure that for all submitted records, under admission data, where you have ticked specialist inpatient care was with a HF Cardiologist (1), you must also tick Other Consultant Cardiologist (6).

The same principle also applies where follow up is with a HF Cardiologist.

Finally, thank you for all the hard work involved in submitting data. It is invaluable and much appreciated.

The Heart Failure Audit Team.

Nominations Open!

The award will recognise an individual or team of professionals who have demonstrated excellence in Heart Failure Care. It will be presented to Nurses and/or Allied Health Care Professionals who are able to demonstrate the pillars of Leadership/Innovation/Transformational & Visionary attributes.

Nominate here