Non Executive Director

Hours: Voluntary 1 Board Meeting Per Month

Salary: Reasonable Expenses Only

To provide independent challenge to the Executive and a fresh perspective on its deliberations.

To help establish the overall strategic direction of the organisation in a period of change. To ensure that the statutory and governance duties of the organisation are discharged effectively; and that the interests of a wide range of stakeholders are properly considered. To instil a culture of continual improvement and performance management.

Role as a Member of the Board - Job description: Non Executive Director

• Ensure the organisation's statutory duties are discharged, that the organisation takes proper account of directions or guidance issued by Government and that it operates within the limits of its statutory powers.
• Establish the overall strategic direction of the organisation for the discharge of its statutory duties, which are under review and likely to develop.
• Promote an integrated ethos throughout the organisation and foster a culture where safety is paramount.
• Promote high standards of propriety and regulatory practice, including Better Regulation and the efficient and effective use of staff and resources.
• Promote the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in support of the organisation values; develop in the organisation's staff excellence and a commitment to deliver value for money.
• Ensure high standards of corporate governance, financial management and control are observed at all times.
• Ensure that relevant committees are established with appropriate terms of reference.