About this role - Independent Board Committee Member
We’re looking for independent (non-trustee) members to join our Board’s Audit and Risk Committee, and Strategic Implementation and Finance Committee.
Our Board of Trustees sets our strategy, values and culture, and oversees their implementation. The Board agrees our annual plan, budget and performance targets. It monitors the charity’s performance and is responsible for managing risk and our compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Three committees have been established to consider Board matters in more detail. Each committee brings together trustees and independent (non-trustee) members with the specific skills, knowledge and expertise required to provide effective oversight of the areas delegated to them.
Audit and Risk Committee
This committee plays a vital role in overseeing our systems for internal control, risk management, assurance, and compliance, including internal and external audit. We’re looking for one Independent Board Committee Member with experience in audit, risk management or compliance, preferably within the non-profit sector to join this committee.
Strategic Implementation and Finance Committee
The committee is responsible for assessing corporate and strategic performance, ensuring the adequacy of progress in achieving objectives, and reviewing systems for measuring and monitoring strategic performance, including financial aspects. We’re looking for two Independent Board Committee Members with expertise in investment management, strategic marketing, or systems implementation in organisations undergoing transformational change to join this committee.
Terms of appointment
Independent Board Committee Members serve a three-year term, with the option to be reappointed for a further three-year term at the discretion of the Board. This role is voluntary and is unpaid.
Download our Independent Board Committee Member role description
Time commitment
Being an Independent Board Committee member involves:
- Attending four committee meetings during the year (these are online, daytime meetings during the week)
- Preparing to attend committee meetings by reading the papers provided
- Between meetings, committees may be required to take part in phone or email discussions with the Chief Executive, other staff and volunteers, as necessary.
Learning and development
You will have regular check-ins with the chair of the committee and access to our Board Reading Room, which holds a comprehensive range of internal and external resources to support you to be effective in this role.
You will take part in induction sessions and other development opportunities. You will also be required to complete and maintain compliance training throughout your term.
How to apply
We’re working with Starfish Search Ltd to help us to identify candidates with the expertise each committee needs. Follow the link below to find out more about how to apply.
Online interviews will take place on Thursday 13 June 2024 with a panel of trustees. The panel will recommend candidates, who will be appointed by the Board of Trustees.
You can apply for this role until Monday 13 May.
