Corporate Governance Manager | East of England Ambulance Service Trust

• Ensure that the Board and its Committees run efficiently and effectively, that they are accurately minuted and that Directors and Non-Executive Directors receive appropriate support

Plan Committee agendas in negotiation with the Non-Executive Chairs and Executive Lead by providing advice and assistance and develop Annual Plans of Board and Committee business

• Develop a proactive relationship with Board/Committee members, acting as a point of contact with directors and providing ongoing advice and support regarding the discharge of their duties
• Ensure an understanding of the Care Quality Commission and other regulator guidelines and requirements and how they impact on corporate governance

• Support the implementation of the Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions, BGAF, Terms of Reference etc and associated governance policies and procedures across the organisation ensuring compliance with the highest standards of governance
• Undertake Fit and Proper Persons testing, if required, on all directors on appointment and on an annual basis
• Ensure the rollout of a comprehensive induction programme, if required, for all new director appointments, including supporting the establishment of stakeholder and interview panels, liaising with NHSE to support appointments
• Provide advice on the Constitution and code of conduct, ensuring transparency and accountability in the conduct of the Trust’s business, as appropriate

At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

This advert closes on Thursday 10 Oct 2024