Lay Board Member

Job Description

The Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) is currently seeking a new lay Board member to help shape and deliver the organisations future work, as part of a 12-strong Board led by our Chair, Lord (Edward) Faulks QC.About IPSO IPSO is the independent regulator of most of the UKs newspapers and magazines. Our vision is a free and responsible press, reinforced by independent, effective regulation. We support high standards in journalism by enforcing the Editors Code of Practice and protect the public through our complaints process and other public-facing services.Over six years, IPSO has established itself as an independent, authoritative regulator that engages closely with a range of stakeholders with an interest in high editorial standards It has made several important interventions to maintain and improve press standards in areas of concern. This next period will see us develop a new, long-term strategic plan which deals with the challenges of regulating the rapidly changing but vitally important newspaper and magazine industry.Who we are looking forTo help us build upon our success and deliver our strategy we are seeking a new independent member to join our lay-majority Board.The successful applicant will be demonstrably independent, with experience of strategy, governance, and risk management gained through a senior position in public or commercial life. Because this is a lay role, candidates may not have recent ties to a publisher that is or could be regulated by IPSO, but should have an understanding and interest in the way news content is changing and the challenges this presents. They will be wholeheartedly committed to freedom of expression and to upholding the highest editorial standards.We are seeking candidates who will complement existing experience on the Board and would welcome applications from diverse backgrounds not currently represented.The Role of a Lay Board MemberIPSOs Board exercises strategic and governance oversight of the work of the organisation, providing constructive challenge to the Executive leadership. Board members are expected to make positive contributions to debate and to make their knowledge and expertise available to the organisation.IPSOs Board meets eight times a year, and members undertake other occasional duties outside meetings. The time commitment may increase depending on any subsequent appointment to one or more of the Boards sub-committees. Remuneration is £570.00 per month and reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed. The initial term of appointment is 3 years which may be extended upon the recommendation of the Appointment Panel by another 3 years.How to applyA job description can be obtained from our website.To apply, please provide a CV and letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the role by 1 June 2021 to recruitment@ipso.co.ukFor Informal enquiries please contact Michelle Kuhler, Officer Manager, on .The appointment will be made by IPSOs independent Appointment Panel. We expect interviews to be conducted via video conferencing in June.