Volunteer Non-Executive Director Governance only role

About the Organisation

NXT Pathway is a newly formed Community Interest Company (CIC) delivering community benefit programmes that support people at key life stages. Our work focuses on skills development, employability, confidence building, wellbeing and community connection.

The CIC is founder led operationally and is building a strong, independent governance structure in line with various funder requirements.

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an Independent Non-Executive Director to strengthen governance, provide oversight and act as an independent safeguard for funders.

This role is non-executive and governance only. It is not involved in day to day delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide independent oversight and constructive challenge

• Act in the best interests of the CIC and its community purpose

• Attend and contribute to quarterly board meetings

• Support compliance with Companies House, the CIC Regulator and funder requirements

• Act as an authorised bank signatory, as required by grant funders

• Review and approve key strategic decisions and policies

• Uphold standards of accountability, transparency and integrity

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is independent (not related to, or financially dependent on, existing directors)

• Is willing to be appointed as a Director on Companies House

• Is comfortable acting as an independent bank signatory 

• Understands the difference between governance and operations

• Can commit to a light touch role of approximately four meetings per year

Previous board experience is welcome but not essential. First time CIC or charity directors are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Background (any one or more)

• Governance, compliance or risk

• Finance, audit or oversight

• Education, employability or community services

• Public sector, NHS, local authority or professional services

• Charity or CIC board experience

Lived experience and a commitment to community benefit are highly valued.

Time Commitment and Term

• Around four board meetings per year (approx. 1 hour each, therefore 4 hours in total)

• Occasional ad-hoc document review

• Initial 12 month term, with the option to extend by mutual agreement

Location

Meetings are primarily remote, with occasional in person meetings in the West Midlands if necessary and agreed.

Remuneration

This role is unpaid, in line with CIC regulations.
Reasonable out of pocket expenses are reimbursed where prior agrrements are made.

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in:

• Strengthening governance

• Meeting funder requirements

• Ensuring independence and accountability

• Enabling grant funding that benefits the wider community

Next Steps

We welcome expressions of interest via email: info@nxtpathway.com

An informal conversation can also be arranged: 07592 401 700