Every year the Government makes over a thousand public appointments to the boards of public bodies, which collectively spend over £200bn a year. Varying from arts councils to the National Health Service, these boards impact upon the lives of people living across the UK. HM Government Public Appointments supports government in the appointment of individuals to such public bodies, typically Non-Executive Director and Chair roles. Becoming a public appointee provides an opportunity to play a real part in shaping our society and the decisions that affect our lives. Responsibilities include: * setting the organisation’s strategy, agreeing business plans and recruiting key staff; * holding senior staff to account on how the body is managed, business plans are delivered, and budgets are spent; and * representing the work and views of the body to ministers, parliamentarians, stakeholders and the wider public. Public appointees have a unique opportunity to develop new skills, widen their network and gain valuable board experience to help progress their careers. Appointments vary in time commitment and remuneration, and are normally held for a period of three to five years. For further information on public appointments, and roles currently available please register on our website.
