The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is looking to recruit new members to join two of its governing board sub-committees.

The CIH is recruiting for its audit and risk and governance, ethics, remuneration and nominations committees.

The two committees are a part of the governance structure that manages CIH’s management and leadership. Responsibilities include setting and spearheading the direction of the organisation, laying out priorities and maintaining strong performance.

Ideal applicants would support the governing board and the trustees in managing the delivery of business targets. The two committees consist of trustees from the governing board and independent members.

The audit and risk committee looks into risk, accountability, compliance and the effectiveness of the CIH’s operations.

For this role, the organisation is looking for applications from those who can present a thorough understanding of audit and risk principles; knowledge and experience of one or more specific disciplines within a challenging environment, such as finance, audit, compliance and quality assurance; and senior level experience within the private, public or not-for profit sectors.

The governance, ethics, remuneration and nominations committee assists with matters of legal, ethical and functional responsibility and the effectiveness of the CIH’s operations. The organisation is looking for applications for this committee from those who can demonstrate a thorough understanding of governance, ethics and HR conduct; alongside the aforesaid knowledge and experience of one or more specific disciplines together with the aforesaid senior level experience. 

The organisation is looking for applicants who are well-qualified and who as a committee member, can support the organisation and both of its committee chairs.
 
The CIH is particularly interested in applicants for both committees who have committee experience in finance and human resources.
 
Sue Leppington, director of finance, commercial and corporate services at CIH, said: “The purpose of the Chartered Institute of Housing is simple. 

“We want to provide everyone involved in housing with the skills, support and knowledge they need to be the best they can. We also want to shape housing and community agendas.”

 Leppington added: “To achieve these things, we want to ensure that CIH is an accountable, strategic, modern, inclusive and dynamic organisation that is not only fit for purpose but also is prepared to face future challenges.

“The audit and risk and governance, ethics, remuneration and nominations committees are an important part of this, helping us to deliver on our key business objectives.

“If you are an effective decision maker and passionate about professionalism and are committed to excellent governance and the role housing can play in the future of our communities, then we want to hear from you.”

Applications should be submitted via CIH governance team. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31 July. After applicants are shortlisted, interviews will take place over two days, from 10 August to 11 August.
 
For more information and details on how to apply, visit: https://www.cih.org/about-us/get-involved/join-a-cih-committee/.
 
The position is not paid, however reasonable expenses will be paid in accordance with CIH policy. 
 
For an informal chat about any of the roles, reach out to governance@cih.org.