Governance Committee

The Committee has delegated authority from the Board in accordance with its Terms of Reference and reports to the Board through the Chair of the Committee.

Membership:

The membership of the Committee will comprise:

• The Chair of the Committee, as appointed by the Board (usually a Trustee);

• At least one other trustee; and

• Up to three other individuals with recent and relevant audit and/or risk management experience.

Further information as to the function of the Governance Committee can be found in the Terms of Reference as set out in the Governance Manual.

Term of Appointment:

Appointments to the Committee are made by the Board on the recommendation of the Nominations Committee and shall be for a period of up to four years, which may be extended for no more than one additional four-year period.

Requirements:

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Experience developing, reviewing and refining an organisation’s governance structure.

• Experience in working at senior level in a business environment and / or relevant qualifications in governance or human resources.

• Experience in taking steps to ensure that governance bodies are diverse and inclusive.

• Experience of assessing competencies, developing and using competency frameworks and skills matrices.

• Experience with providing guidance on board structure, composition and best practices for effective governance.

• Experience in developing, implementing and reviewing performance assessment models for boards and / or committees.

• Knowledge of charity governance arrangements.

• Experience of working within a membership organisation.

• Experience of working within a complex, global organisation.

• Ability to provide specific and constructive feedback.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to debate issues constructively to reach a consensus.

• Highly effective listening skills, with the ability to respond to different viewpoints and draw on own and others’ expertise in developing thoughts and ideas.

• Ability to analyse and interpret evidence and information quickly in order to make informed and robust decisions.

• Works supportively and builds team cohesiveness with other Committee members and the executive who support the Committee.

Personal Attributes

• Contributes effectively as a member of a high calibre and accomplished committee.

• Understands and accepts the responsibilities of the role.

• Able to bring energy to implementing improvements and bringing about change when required.

• Demonstrates sound and independent judgment and has an inclusive, consultative, collegiate and supportive style.

• Embraces the diversity of professional disciplines within Ciarb’s membership and takes into account the expectations of different communities.

• Available to commit the necessary time and effort to fulfilling the role requirements.

• Embraces/commits to Ciarb's values and behaviours.

Time Commitment:

The Committee will meet at least twice a year by video-conference with the possibility of one face-to-face meeting each year to be held in London at Ciarb HQ. Additional meetings may take place at the request of the Chair.

Remuneration and Expenses: 

The roles are non-remunerated but expenses incurred in the proper performance of members’ duties will be reimbursed in accordance with Ciarb’s Expenses Policy.

Application Notes:

A covering letter of no more than 750 words along with your CV is required to complete your application. The deadline for applications is 1700hours GMT+1 by 27 September 2024.

If you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Interviews are scheduled to take place  from the week commencing 21 October 2024. 

Ciarb reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.