Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Governance Officer. This pivotal role plays an integral part in ensuring the smooth operation and effective oversight of the organisation's governance framework. The Governance Officer will be responsible for providing critical support to the administration of board committees, ensuring that these committees function efficiently and in full alignment with the organisation's overarching strategic goals.
In this role, you will take on a variety of tasks that are crucial to maintaining the effectiveness of governance processes, including coordinating meetings, preparing documentation, and assisting with the implementation of governance policies. Your contributions will help ensure that the board and its committees are well-organised, compliant with regulatory requirements, and positioned to make informed decisions that drive the organisation forward. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, where your attention to detail and strong organisational skills will play a key role in supporting the long-term success of the organisation.
The base for this role is County Hall, Norwich.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to key governance bodies, including the Board of Directors, Board Committees, Council of Governors, Annual General Meeting, Annual Members Meeting, and other governance entities.
- Ensure the effective operation of board committees, supporting decision-making processes and maintaining alignment with the organisation's goals.
- Prepare agendas, reports, and documentation, and ensure that all meetings are conducted smoothly and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Support the development and implementation of governance policies and practices to maintain transparency, accountability, and operational excellence.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk?The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities - Please note the JD is currently going through job matching and may be subject to change.
If you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Some of the benefits you can expect:
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities - Please note the JD is currently going through job matching and may be subject to change.
If you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Some of the benefits you can expect:
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Law, Public Policy) or equivalent experience.
- Minute taking qualification or similar experience
Desirable
- Professional governance qualification (e.g., ICSA) is desirable.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a governance or corporate management role within a public sector or not-for-profit organisation.
- Experience in supporting senior management and/or board-level committees.
Desirable
- Familiarity with risk management and internal audit processes.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of corporate governance principles and practices.
- Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements related to governance.
- Awareness of public sector governance frameworks, including the NHS or similar organisations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Law, Public Policy) or equivalent experience.
- Minute taking qualification or similar experience
Desirable
- Professional governance qualification (e.g., ICSA) is desirable.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a governance or corporate management role within a public sector or not-for-profit organisation.
- Experience in supporting senior management and/or board-level committees.
Desirable
- Familiarity with risk management and internal audit processes.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of corporate governance principles and practices.
- Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements related to governance.
- Awareness of public sector governance frameworks, including the NHS or similar organisations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
