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The CGIUKI Board call for prospective Board member

The CGIUKI Board (Board) is seeking to appoint a new Board member to assist in the effective management and control of The Chartered Governance Institute’s assets and operations in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland and the Associated Territories, Crown Dependencies and the Isle of Man (CGIUKI Division). 

In 2023-24 the CGIUKI’s group operating income was c£7.9 million and net assets c£37m. We have one vacancy on the board, and we would encourage all Institute members with the required experience to stand for election as we continue our efforts to drive the profession forward.

We are always on the lookout for fresh ideas, diverse experiences and new viewpoints in order to safeguard the future of the profession. This time, we specifically welcome nominations from Associates Members, Affiliated Members and early career professionals. Additionally, candidates with expertise in digital, social media or artificial intelligence are highly encouraged to apply. For further information on these requirements, please contact Cynthia Mora Spencer, Head of Secretariat.

We recognise the wide geographical diversity within CGIUKI and are aware that certain territories are underrepresented on our Board. Therefore, we actively encourage candidates from outside the UK to apply.

Role of the CGIUKI Board 

The Board has responsibility for the overall leadership of the division, setting its vision, mission and values and making sure its goals are met. It carries out this responsibility by reviewing and approving the division’s strategic aims, objectives and annual strategic and business plans, as well as the approval of the division’s group’s annual operating and capital expenditure budgets. The Schedule of Matters Reserved for the Board and Scheme of Delegation are available here.

There are currently 10 Board members. The CEO and the Finance Director attend meetings regularly, and other members of the Executive Team attend where appropriate. 

Responsibilities of Board members

Elected members of the Board have a role that is akin to that of a non-executive director. They are expected to:

• Have a genuine interest in, and a good understanding of, the work of the Institute and the profession it represents.
• Promote the success of CGIUKI and its members.
• Act as an advocate for CGIUKI with members, students, and the wider governance community to enhance CGIUKI’s reputation.
• Promote and demonstrate high standards of ethical behaviour and corporate governance.
• Exercise independent judgment, particularly avoiding any personal conflict of interest and ensuring that all relevant business, professional, and other interests are declared.
• Demonstrate an ability to analyse complex information, to question, probe and seek clarification in order to come to an independent and unbiased view.
• Review papers, attend meetings, ability to be part of a team and contribute to debates providing constructive challenge and when appropriate and complete actions as agreed.
• Comply with the CGIUKI Code of Conduct for Volunteers and Letter of Undertaking.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information and the business of the Board. 

Time commitment

A minimum of four meetings are held each year either at the Institute’s head offices in London or virtually by electronic means. Meetings that the successful candidates are expected to attend in 2025 are scheduled on 25 September and 25 November 2025.  

The annual general meeting of CGIUKI is expected to be around February each year. You might also be called upon to attend other Board meetings to deal with any urgent matters, although it is unlikely that this would occur often.  In addition, you may be asked to serve on committees and/or working groups of the Board which will require additional time commitments.

Period of Appointment

The appointment will be made for an initial period of three years. Commencing on 1 August 2025, Board members are eligible to stand for re-election for a second three-year period.  

Remuneration

Members are not remunerated for their service but can claim reasonable expenses incurred in carrying out their duties/or role according to CGIUKI’s expenses policy, available here.

Next steps

This is an exciting opportunity to support the work of the CGIUKI, so if you have the skills and experience described above, and are interested in joining the Board as member, please write a statement (500 words) detailing your experience and what you think you can bring to the Board. You must be nominated by two individuals, one of whom must be a member of a Chartered Body. Please also attach your CV or your LinkedIn profile.

Your expressions of interest should be emailed to Cynthia Mora Spencer, Head of Secretariat by midnight on Friday 9 May 2025.  The next election will take place between Tuesday 13 May 2025 and Monday 17 June 2025.

More information about the Board and the governance structure of CGIUKI’s Division of The Chartered Governance Institute can be found here.

We would encourage you to get in touch with to Cynthia Mora Spencer at the email address above as she will be happy to provide further information and or clarify any questions you may have about the process.