Non Executive Directors – GCHQ


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Reference number

304808

Salary

£1,000
per day up to 20 days per year

Job grade

Other

Contract type

Fixed Term

Length of employment

2 years with a potential to review

Business area

At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online. Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from threats including seriou

Type of role

Other

Working pattern

Flexible working

Number of jobs available

3

Contents

Cheltenham, London, Manchester

Job summary

Shaping the future of UK Intelligence 

A role as a Non-Executive Director at GCHQ will give you unique insight into the world of national security and a chance to help shape the success and future of the UK’s largest intelligence agency.

We’re seeking specialists with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Board of Directors in several key positions. The time commitment for each of these roles is up to 20 days each year. Before you apply, please ensure there are no conflict of interests, including other roles in your portfolio, or national security conflicts. 
 
Diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission in achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are seeking individuals with a passion for, and experience in actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, and organisational culture change. 

Job description

Non-Executive Director, Strategy Lead and Lead NED 
As our trusted strategic advisor, you’ll help set our future direction as we adapt and succeed in a fast-paced world. You’ll ensure cultural alignment, embedding our purpose, values and strategy, as well as high levels of accountability, governance and best practice, as we tackle complex modernisation. 
 
Non-Executive Director, Technology and Digital Lead 
Bringing recent and extensive experience of technological innovation, you’ll help us navigate an ever-changing digital landscape and ever-evolving threats. You’ll bring independent oversight and counsel to the board, so we’re primed for advanced services and future-proofing processes at scale. 
 
Non-Executive Director, Audit & Risk Lead 
As Chair of GCHQ’s audit and risk committee (ARAC), you’ll help the Board and Director fulfil their responsibilities for risk, control and governance. You’ll also ensure we operate within the risk appetite and risk management framework agreed, providing the independent view on related matters. 

Person specification

For further information on person specific criteria, please click through to our application website.

While our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills, we all share a passion for making a positive difference for our country. To be eligible to apply for any of these roles, you must meet our nationality and residency criteria: 

  • You must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, your application will still be considered 
  • You must normally have been resident in the UK for 7 out of the last 10 years (this is particularly important if you were born outside the UK 
  • However, you will be considered if you have (for example) served overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of Her Majesty’s Government, studied abroad or lived overseas with your parents 

What’s involved in vetting 
Successful candidates must undergo Developed Vetting, which is the highest form of security clearance. As part of the vetting process, you will complete a number of vetting forms including a financial questionnaire and you’ll have a confidential security interview with a trained vetting officer. Developed Vetting clearances are subject to review. 
 
Your discretion is vital 
Please limit the number of people you talk to about any of these roles to your immediate family and/or partner. Successful candidates will not normally be able to disclose that they are a Non-Executive Director for GCHQ. 

Details available upon application

Selection process details

For further information and a confidential discussion, you are encouraged to contact confidential@recruitmentoffice.org.uk in the first instance. 

Closing date 17th August 2023 at 2355. 

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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  • Email : confidential@recruitmentoffice.org.uk

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