Independent NED: Growth, Tech & Governance

South East Consortium; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional housing organization seeks a confident and energetic Independent Non-Executive Director to shape its future. The ideal candidate will work closely with the CEO and Chair, guiding strategic growth and supporting commercial transformation. This role requires strong experience in governance, finance, or community leadership. The organization aims for a diverse Board that reflects the communities served and encourages applications from all backgrounds. The commitment is up to 20 days per year, with hybrid meeting arrangements.

Qualifications

• Energetic, curious, confident and forward-thinking mindset.
• Experience in strategic oversight within a governance context.
• Ability to represent the organization with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with CEO and Chair to embed new structure.
• Shape and scrutinize the delivery of new strategy.
• Support digital, commercial, and organizational transformation.
• Strengthen governance and financial resilience.

Skills

Technology, digital transformation or data insight

Commercial strategy, business growth and market development

Finance, audit, risk and investment planning

Procurement, supply chain or public sector commissioning

Governance, compliance and assurance

Partnerships, community leadership and stakeholder influence

Job description

A regional housing organization seeks a confident and energetic Independent Non-Executive Director to shape its future. The ideal candidate will work closely with the CEO and Chair, guiding strategic growth and supporting commercial transformation. This role requires strong experience in governance, finance, or community leadership. The organization aims for a diverse Board that reflects the communities served and encourages applications from all backgrounds. The commitment is up to 20 days per year, with hybrid meeting arrangements.