Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
At any one time, around 23,000 people in Norfolk and Suffolk are receiving care and attention from the Trust. We believe in whole life care - seeing people in the context of their whole lives, understanding the importance of good physical health, friends, family, spirituality, culture, home, work, education and a sense of purpose and achievement to experience good mental health.
Nearly 3,800 full and part-time practitioners care for our service users in hospitals, in the community and in their own homes, whilst an additional 1,400+ staff provide non-clinical support, including cleaning, catering, delivering supplies, ward administration, information technology, human resources and financial services.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience.
We are committed to delivering quality driven mental health services. Every individual makes a valuable contribution. We are proud of our staff who have been commended for the care they provide. Do you value working positively, respectfully and together? If so, we'd love you to join us!
We will consider flexible working arrangements for our roles, please indicate in your application if this is something you require.
Job overview
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.
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.
Working for our organisation
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.
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Law, Public Policy) or equivalent experience.
* Minute taking qualification or similar experience.
Desirable criteria
* Professional governance qualification (e.g., ICSA) is desirable.
Experience
Essential criteria
* 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 criteria
* Familiarity with risk management and internal audit processes.
Skills
Essential criteria
* 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 criteria
* 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
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