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Managing Director at The Alternative Board (Bristol North)", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
\'\'I attended the 19th July course in Bristol and found it to be very informative. Not only was there a wealth of technical information provided but there were numerous case studies - based on real incidents - which were really thought provoking.I would happily recommend this course to anybody who is considering taking up the challenge of being a Non-Executive Director Andy Farrall Founder Director of Management and Safety Training Ltd", "Marketing for Non-Marketing Directors

\'\'Right from the start of the Marketing for Non-Marketing Directors course, the importance of marketing strategy to the future of any company was made plain; Duncan was very clear about the pivotal nature of the role of the board in marketing strategy, and the consequences - for the long-term sustainability of the company - of failure to engage. I consider myself duly forewarned! Chris Jones Managing Director Meta Mission Data", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
I can recommend this course, it is very informative and will confirm research, skill requirements, responsibilities and legal obligations for a successful NED (NXD) role. Good interaction, networking with delegates and time for Q&A. Jim Gaudoin, Director of Bruel & Kjaer VTS Limited", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
Excellent course giving a clear picture of the role, the skills and characteristics required, the range of NED opportunities and the various routes to secure such positions. As a bonus you also meet interesting people and useful contacts. A good career investment. Mark Lambert, Non-Executive Director", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
I found the course very helpful, as I wanted to understand in detail what a NED role entailed. I felt that I gained enough information not only to decide if this was the sort of role that I would be interested in, but also to be able to function in such a role. The guidance on seeking appointments was an added bonus. It was also an interesting day with a varied group of delegates and I would happily recommend it. Julia Iball, Managing Partner at Henmans LLP", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
\'\'I thought the course was enlightening and very rich in content. I particularly liked the balance of case study analysis with emphasis on a NED's key responsibility. It was well structured and I'm sure I speak on behalf of all those who were present, when I say that the course offers a great deal of value to any aspiring or even existing NED who wants to make a success of their role Poku Osei Programme Director at Babbasa", "Having attended one of David's Social Media seminars in the past, can I highly commend anyone still sitting on the bottom rung, watching everyone else climb the social media engagement ladder, to attend, listen and be enlightened by what David will no doubt convey Sam Finlay Experts in Creating Engaging Video & Animated Videos that Explain the Value of What You Do.", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
A well structured and presented introduction to the responsibilities, challenges and attributes required of being a NED. It was thought-provoking. I have referred back to my copious comments in the comprehensive slide hand outs many times already Simon C Jones, Interim Transformation Leader and Hidden Value Discoverer", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
Having attended this course in the last few months I can confirm its value. Having held NED roles in my favoured area of engineering and manufacturing David opens the mind to the potential of other sectors and using ones transferable skills. Have set a strategy for personnel growth as NED – if I could just stop getting interim assignments Tony Hurley, Interim Manager in Manufacturing Recovery", "How to become a Non-Executive Director
\'\'David is a solid expert. The overview of the role of a NED was very well presented. Highly recommended. Jean-Philippe Perraud Founder at NEDonBoard", "I found the How to become a Non-Executive Director workshop really insightful and useful in helping understand both the role of an NED and with creating your own plan on becoming an NED. I would recommend this workshop to anyone who is considering doing just that. Dave Harrison Co-Founder and Director at 10Eighty", "Thank you for the interesting session on Social Media that I attended recently.
It was very thought provoking, and I left armed with a list of actions to take to improve the on-line presence of my business.
Thanks again. Sarah Schofield Owner of SchofieldVA, providing a wide range of business support services", ], numQuotes: 53, fadeDuration: 2, fadeoutDuration: 2, delay: 20, quotesInit: function(){ if (this.numQuotes

House of Commons - External Commissioner

 NED Vacancies, Paid Role, Public Sector
Mar 022021
 
House of Commons – External Commissioner

External Commissioner - House of Commons

Location: London
Date Posted: 22/02/2021
Closing Date: 07/03/2021
£15,000 – 25 days/year

Vacancy Description

The House of Commons Commission is responsible for the administration and services of the House of Commons, including the maintenance of the Palace of Westminster and the rest of the Parliamentary Estate.

Once a year the Commission presents to the House for its approval the ‘Estimate for House of Commons: Administration’, covering spending on the administration and services of the House for the financial year. The Commission provides the non-executive governance of the House by Members, but it does not manage day to day operations

The Role

The House of Commons (Administration) Act 1978 requires the Commission to have two External Commissioners. The contract of one of the current Commissioners is due to expire and we are now looking for a replacement. Individuals will be engaged through a contract for services with an initial term of 3 years with the possibility to extend for a further 2 years.

The contract value is £15,000 for an estimated 25 days works each year.

Please do take the time to read the attached candidate pack thoroughly before submitting any application.

Person Specification

Required Knowledge and Experience

  • Essential
    • Senior executive leadership experience within a complex organisation in either the private, public or not-for-profit sectors.
    • Experience of non-executive work on public or private sector boards, including participation in ancillary non-executive duties such as senior appointment processes.
    • Excellent analytical skills combined with strong decision-making skills that have been tested and proven on complex and sensitive issues.
    • Extensive experience of successfully managing relationships with a range of senior stakeholders, which demonstrates the ability to work in a complex political environment.
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and respect.
    • A commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • Desirable
    • Experience of assurance and/or audit processes.
    • A combination of commercial and public sector experience.
    • Familiarity with the workings of Parliament.
    • Experience of leading and managing major programmes of organisational change, OR experience of the delivery of digital or estates projects.

Candidates should also not be active members of a political party and will be subject to restrictions on political activity once appointed.

Additional Information

Please note: A key stage of the recruitment process is that the successful candidate’s appointment will be debated in the House of Commons, a public event where their CV may be discussed.

How to Apply

Candidates are required to submit a CV and supporting statement to be considered. Successful candidates at application stage will be invited to interview. Please note more than one interview stage may be carried out for the selection of this position. Please be aware that following interviews with the panel, there will be further stages of the process before an appointment is made.

All applications must be submitted on a House of Commons application form.

To apply to this position, please click here.

Attachments

This post is NOT regulated by The Commissioner for Public Appointments.

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