Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Public Appointments 5th February 2016
Please find below a selection of Public Appointments currently or soon to open for applications. Please forward this on to any prospective candidates within your personal and wider networks. Please note that information and timings can change.
Full details of all public appointment opportunities can be found at: http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/
Positions currently open to applications
Member (x3) - Competition & Markets Authority - closes Monday 8 February
The Competition & Markets Authority works to promote competition for the benefit of consumers, both in and outside the UK. Their aim is to make markets work well for consumers, businesses and the economy.
Applications are sought from candidates who have business, commercial or financial experience. Successful candidates should have an understanding of competition, markets and consumer issues; the ability to develop strategy and provide strategic direction; the ability to influence and engage stakeholder and policy makers; effective analytical and problem solving skills; and strong leadership and communication skills.
● Time: 30 days per annum. ● Remuneration: £27,000 per annum.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact Saxton Bampfylde Ltd on 020 7227 0890
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Commissioner for Public Appointments - closes Monday 8 February
The Commissioner for Public Appointments regulates the processes by which Ministers (including Welsh Ministers) make appointments to the boards of national and regional public bodies.
Applications are sought from candidates with the personal credibility and integrity to command the confidence of Ministers, senior officials, public appointees and the public. Successful candidates should have the ability to lead and to engage effectively with stakeholders; excellent judgement and the ability to assimilate a range of evidence and perspectives; and an understanding of operating in a regulatory regime. Experience of governance in the private, public or voluntary sectors is desirable.
● Time: 2 days a week. ● Remuneration: £56,000 per annum.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
Chair - Low Pay Commission - closes Monday 8 February
The Low Pay Commission advises the Government on the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage through an annual report making recommendations on the future level of the minimum wage and related matters.
Applications are sought from candidates with the ability to lead strategically in a high profile environment. Successful candidates should have: an understanding of the relevance and issues surrounding the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage; the ability to analyse complex issues and financial information; and the capacity to work in a sensitive area under the pressure of close public scrutiny. An understanding of economics, particularly in relation to the labour market, would be an advantage.
● Time: 2 days per month. ● Remuneration: £530.96 per day.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Trustee - National Portrait Gallery - closes Monday 8 February
The National Portrait Gallery aims ‘to promote through the medium of portraits the appreciation and understanding of the men and women who have made and are making British history and culture, and to promote the appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media’. It holds the most extensive collection of portraits in the world.
Applications are sought from candidates with a sound understanding of the commercial / financial world and opportunities for increasing self-generated growth. Successful candidates should be able to raise funds for and act as an advocate for the Gallery; help the board provide advice and opinions to staff on the Gallery’s collection through the acquisition and commissions process and to contribute to future policy and strategic developments with innovative thinking; and an understanding of public life and the principles of good governance.
● Time: 2 days every 3 months month. ● Remuneration: un-remunerated.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
Members (x4) - The NHS Pay Review Body and Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration - closes Monday 8 February
The Secretary of State for Health is looking to appoint four new members to the NHS and Doctors’ and Dentists’ Pay Review Bodies, which provide independent advice and recommendations on the pay of NHS staff and doctors and dentists employed in the NHS, covering a total workforce of 1.6 million and a pay bill of almost £60 billion across the UK.
The Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration is seeking an economist member, a member representing Scotland and a member representing Northern Ireland. The NHS Pay Review Body is also seeking one member representing Northern Ireland.
Applications are sought from candidates with the ability to think strategically and to exercise judgement on complex and sensitive issues, along with the ability to analyse and interpret detailed information. Candidates applying for the economist post must also be able to demonstrate a record of achievement as an economist with the ability to apply expertise to labour market issues. Those applying for the posts representing Scotland or Northern Ireland must be able to demonstrate experience in a devolved context or knowledge of the public sector workforce in the respective country.
● Time: 15 meetings per year. ● Remuneration: £300 per meeting.
Full details are available on the Public Appointment website or for more information please contact [email protected]
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Science Member - Natural England – closes Tuesday 9 February 2016
Natural England plays an important role as the Government’s adviser for the natural environment, helping to protect England’s nature and landscapes for people to enjoy and for the services they provide.
Successful candidates should have: a demonstrable ability to see the bigger picture; experience of driving forward substantial change; and a collaborative style which commands the confidence of Ministers, fellow Board members and other senior figures as well as a wide range of stakeholders and be an excellent ambassador for Natural England. To complement the skills of existing Board members, applicants must also have knowledge and expertise in a scientific field relevant to the work of Natural England, such as the natural and/or ecological/environmental/marine sciences.
● Time : up to 36 days per year. ● Remuneration: £328 per day.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
Member - The Social Security Advisory Committee - closes Friday 12 February
The Social Security Advisory Committee’s remit is to provide independent advice to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions. It is also responsible for mandatory pre-legislative scrutiny of most DWP proposals for secondary legislation relating to social security matters.
Applications are sought from candidates with an excellent understanding of the objectives of, current thinking on and issues affecting welfare reform. Successful candidates should have the ability to understand and analyse the details of complex proposals and evaluate and advise objectively on the basis of that analysis; and a deep understanding of the political and financial context in which the social security system operates and the Committee’s advisory role.
It is desirable for candidates to have detailed knowledge of social security law; an understanding of the connections and interactions between the tax, tax credit and social security systems; current knowledge of issues relating to the benefits system and related policy areas in Wales; an understanding of the needs of chronically sick and disabled people; experience of the issues affecting the interest of employees; and expertise in addressing the challenges of effective communication with large and diverse customer groups.
● Time : 2 to 3 days per month. ● Remuneration: £256.80 per day.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Non-Executive Director (x3) - Ofsted - closes Sunday 14 February
Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. They inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people and services providing education and skills for learners of all ages.
Applications are sought from candidates with a proven ability to work at Board level with knowledge of how to add value as a Non-Executive Director. Successful candidates should have strong analytical skills; a sound understanding and experience of strategic and financial planning; a commitment to Ofsted as an inspector and regulator and Ofsted’s role in improving standards in education, children’s services and skills; and experience of driving and delivery change and improvements in a fast moving environment. For one role candidates should have a demonstrate either a significant senior-level finance background or a senior leadership (Chief Executive-level) background. Experience of early-years education experience and further years experience is beneficial for all roles.
● Time : 20 days per year. ● Remuneration: £8,282 per annum.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
Trustees (x3) - The Science Museum Group - closes Monday 15 February
The Science Museum Group is devoted to the history and contemporary practice of science, medicine, technology, industry and media. With 5 million visitors each year and an unrivalled collection the Group consists of the Science Museum, Museum of Science and Industry, National Railway Museum (York), National Media Museum and National Railway Museum (Shildon), it is the most significant group of museums of science and innovation worldwide.
Applications are sought from candidates with an understanding of, and commitment to, the mission and values of the Group, particularly an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects. Specifically candidates who can demonstrate experience of expertise in at least one of these specialist areas: digital strategy; museums, collection and/or research; and property expertise. Candidates should have an understanding of governance and the skills, intellect and outlook required to contribute effectively as a member of a high-calibre board; the ability to act as an advocate for the Group; and a commitment to grow the Group’s self-generated incomes.
● Time : 2 days per month. ● Remuneration: un-remunerated.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Chair of the Risk Committee - British Business Bank - closes Thursday 18 February
The British Business Bank PLC is the UK Government’s economic development bank charged with ensuring that finance markets serve the needs of the SME sector. The remit of the British Business Bank is to increase the supply of finance available and to create a more diverse and vibrant market.
Applications are sought from candidates with a current or recent background in financial management or audit. Candidates are expected to be a senior finance director or audit partner with experience of asset management; private equity / venture capital; corporate / wholesale banking; small and medium sized (SME) / commercial banking; or investment banking. Successful candidates should have experience of the Banks’s areas of activities which are debt orientated and investment focused; investment and strategic experience in SME / mid-market sub-sectors; investment knowledge; have either built a fund or be familiar with fund report and risk management; familiarity with the UK corporate governance model; and have strong communication skills.
● Time : 14 meetings per year. ● Remuneration: £25,000 per year.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
External Member - Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England - Thursday 25 February
The Bank of England is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Standing at the centre of the UK’s financial system, the Bank is committed to promoting and maintaining monetary and financial stability. The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England has responsibility for formulating monetary policy.
Applications are sought from candidates with a strong, proven knowledge of economics. Successful candidates should have technical expertise and experience needed to make independent monetary policy decisions; the ability to absorb large volumes of complex information and reach a reasoned and robust conclusion; be able to form their own views and decisions whilst working closely and constructively with other members; strong communication skills; and the ability to maintain discretion and engender trust in staff, peers and stakeholders.
● Time : 3 days a week. ● Remuneration: £137,787 per annum.
Full details are available on the Public Appointments website or for more information please contact [email protected]
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Stay up to date on http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk Chair and Non-Executive Directors roles on local NHS Trusts
The NHS TDA is responsible for making around 250 Chair and Non-Executive appointments to NHS Trusts and NHS charitable trustees each year. There are regular opportunities around England on these high profile local organisations. These rewarding and influential roles provide an opportunity to be involved in decisions that affect our communities. By governing effectively NHS boards build patient, public and stakeholder confidence that their health and healthcare is in safe hands. Non-Executive Directors work alongside other Executive Directors and share responsibility for decisions made by the Board, and the success of the organisation in leading the improvement of healthcare services for patients. You can find further information on these roles here. You can also follow @TDAappointments for the latest news.
Additional Roles
The public appointments website also contains details of many other interesting roles, including a Lay Advice Member for the Civil Procedure Rule Committee, a Chair of the Committee on Carcinogenicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment, Non-Executive Members for the Department for International Development Investment Committee, a Chair for the Electoral Commission, a Scotland Commissioner for the Electoral Commissioner, a MAPPA Lay Advisor for Wiltshire for the National Probation Service, and a Non-Executive Director for the NHS Trust Development Authority, a President of the Valuation Tribunal for England.
Forthcoming Opportunities Key positions expected to be advertised within the next few months.
The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) - Members ACAS aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. ACAS works with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance. ACAS provides free and impartial information and advice to employers and employees on all aspects of workplace relations and employment law. It supports good relationships between employers and employees which underpin business success.
Advisory Council on National Record & Archives - Members The Advisory Council on National Records and Archives is an independent body. It advises the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport on issues relating to access to public records and represents the public interest in deciding what records should be open or closed.
British Film Institute - Members The British Film Institute is a charity governed by a Royal Charter. It combines cultural, creative and industrial roles, bringing together the BFI National Archive and BFI Reuben Library, film distribution, exhibition and education at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX, publishing and festivals.
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Covent Garden Market Authority - Members Covent Garden Market Authority is responsible for the operation of the Market and for delivering Project Chrysalis, an ambitious and visionary redevelopment of the New Covent Garden site and the ‘third leg’ of the Nine Elms regeneration project.
Imperial War Museum - Trustee The Imperial War Museum was founded in 1917 to record the story of the Great War. Its remit was subsequently extended to cover the Second World War and today, IWM is a global authority on conflict and its impact focusing on Britain, its former Empire and the Commonwealth, from the First World War to the present.
Innovate UK - Chair Innovate UK’s main aim is to support business led research into the development and exploitation of science, technology and new ideas with the aim of increasing economic growth, productivity and improving quality of life in the United Kingdom. It does this by providing funding, expertise, advice, facilities and contacts - all of which help organisations develop and advance their ideas.
Legal Services Board - Member The Legal Services Board is an Independent body responsible for overseeing the regulation of lawyers in England and Wales. Its goal is to reform and modernise the legal services market place by putting the interests of consumers at the heart of the system.
Office of Rail and Road - Member The Office of Rail and Road is the independent safety and economic regulator for Britain's railways and monitor of Highways England. Its role is to ensure that the rail network in Great Britain operates safely, reliably and provides value for taxpayers and customers. As Highways Monitor ORR is responsible for monitoring Highways England's management of the strategic network of motorways and main 'A' roads in England.
Royal Botanic Garden Kew - Trustee Royal Botanic Garden Kew is an internationally important botanical research and education institution, it employs 750 staff. The organisation manages botanic gardens at Kew in Richmond upon Thames in southwest London and at Wakehurst Place, a National Trust property in Sussex which is home to an internationally important Millennium Seed Bank. The Seed Bank is also the site of multiple research projects and international partnerships with at least 80 countries. Kew also operates, jointly with the Forestry Commission, Bedgebury Pinetum in Kent, specialising in growing conifers.
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