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GDP: Role and Responsibilities of Staff Governors

GDP: Role and Responsibilities of Staff Governors

For new and continuing Staff Governors and those considering whether they would like to become a Staff Governor.

Overview

This one-day event, which forms part of our Governance Development Programme (GDP), will explore the crucial role of Staff Governors and how they can maximise their contributions to the governing body while managing the competing demands of their position. Stay updated on the latest developments in higher education policy and gain insights into the challenges and pressures faced by universities in today's landscape.

During this event, new and prospective Staff Governors will receive a comprehensive introduction to the responsibilities and requirements of their role. 

Learn from experienced Staff Governors as they share their valuable expertise and engage in meaningful discussions. Explore topics such as building effective relationships with other governing body members, navigating the process of raising difficult issues, and striking the right balance between supporting and challenging the executive.

This standalone one-day event is an opportunity to enhance your understanding of the Staff Governor role and discover strategies for success.

 

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Who is this event for?

This event will provide valuable insights for both new and continuing Staff Governors. It is also an excellent opportunity for those who are considering stepping in to the role.

 


Learning Outcomes

  1. Enable you to understand your role and responsibilities as a staff governor and your broader role as a member of the governing body, including knowledge of governance structures.
  2. Enhance your understanding of the wider HE policy environment and its impact on governing a higher education institution.
  3. Learn strategies for building effective relationships with other governing body members, navigating the process of raising difficult issues, and striking the right balance between supporting and challenging the executive. 

 



 

Speakers

Speakers for the event are being approached and will include experienced and newly appointed Staff Governors, along with professionals and experts in higher education policy and governance.

Aaron Porter

Associate Director (Governance)
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Advance HE
AP
Aaron leads on Advance HE governance activity through the delivery of our national Governor Development Programme which engages with around 900 governors across the UK on an annual basis. He has extensive experience leading reviews of over 25 governing boards. Aaron was previously President of the National Union of Students (NUS) and also chair of trustees for the organisation.

 

Delivery

This event will be delivered virtually through Zoom, with joining instructions sent out by the governance team two weeks before the day of the event.

Along with the joining instructions and links delegates will receive a copy of the programme, with finalised timings, topics, and speakers.

The event will be delivered as as a series of presentations, discussions and panels, with time after each for questions and comments.

For any enquiries regarding the event please contact the Programmes and Events Team at:

[email protected]