Find out about what's involved with being a governor at the University of Wolverhampton.
The Board of Governors has responsibility for ensuring that there are in place measures for effective management of the University of Wolverhampton and for planning its future development.
Governors are not managers of University business however - that is the remit of the Vice-Chancellor. You will operate at a strategic level in determining the University's mission and ensuring this is done in a financially prudent way thereby helping drive the University forward. See a full role description for member of Board of Governors (PDF - 50k - opens in new window).
The Board meets on a regular basis at least four times a year, usually on Thursday evenings. There are also strategic “away day” sessions and events at the University, such as the degree awarding congregations.
Being a Governor is a chance to give something back to the community and influence the regeneration of the region. It offers the chance to expand your skills base and inter-act with other professionals.
The University's Board consists of individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds. It is important to have a real interest in higher education and Governors are encouraged to understand the academic work and profile of the University.
Being a Governor is very much a learning process. Everyone has their own individual skills but essential qualities are integrity, commitment, objectivity and leadership. Appointments are made only following a careful evaluation and matching of personal and professional skills with the needs of the Board.
Naturally, these needs for particular skills may change over time so any mismatch today would not necessarily mean a mismatch in the future and the appointments process may therefore be a protracted one.
If you're interested in becoming a Governor then call 01902 322626 and arrange a no obligation visit to the University.
Read the role description (PDF - 49k - opens in new window) and if you wish to pursue your interest further, send a brief CV to the Secretary to the Board and Director of Corporate Governance, University of Wolverhampton, MA Building, Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY.
Don't forget to include a statement about why you would like to participate in University governance and what particular personal and professional skills you could bring to bear for the benefit of the University.
All expressions of interest are considered by the Nominations Committee of the Board at least annually and shortlisted applicants are interviewed by the Vice-Chancellor and the Chairman of the Board of Governors before any decision on appointment is reached.
