Non-Executive Director

Non-Executive Director

Board Members play a key role in shaping ABE’s future, helping us expand, innovate and continue to make a difference where it matters most.

We are seeking 2 Non-Executive Directors, who have strong interests in business education, international development and social impact, with an ability to inspire, energise and enthuse. The role offers the chance to shape ABE’s future, to have an impact on strategies and initiatives, that will ultimately affect the education and lives of thousands of young people all over the world.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with career experience in:

• Accountancy and Finance (Not for Profit)
• International development and global partnerships
• International sales and business development, preferably in education markets
• Learning technology, AI and online learning, digital assessment and educational product development
• Academic management and qualification governance
• Government, public projects, public procurement processes, and skills funding

As part of the Governing Body, Non-Executive Directors play an active part in ensuring effective governance, compliance with Ofqual regulations and requirements from other UK and international regulators. Promoting highest standards of corporate governance and best practices, ensuring adherence to ABE’s articles of association and relevant legislation, whilst overseeing its commercial and operational effectiveness, providing strategic support and constructive challenge as needed. Regularly reviewing strategies and goals, adding value to the strategic development process and monitoring ABE’s performance against objectives.

Non-Executive Directors help to ensure ABE’s long-term sustainability through fostering sound financial stewardship and robust strategic controls; reviewing and evaluating external and internal risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate risk management, business continuity, and that contingency measures are in place.

Assisting the Chair and CEO in senior leadership recruitment, panels and disciplinary processes as required, championing special projects and initiatives, as well as supporting the Chair in evaluating the CEO’s performance.

Building constructive relationships with the Chair and other Non-Executive Directors, offering expertise and support. Advocating for ABE within your professional networks to enhance its reputation and opportunities.

Non-Executive Directors strive to uphold ABE’s values by promoting equality and diversity among staff and stakeholders.

If you have a strong understanding of corporate governance, communication skills, empathy, are politically astute, with proven experience in strategic planning and execution at CEO or senior executive level and experience of working in complex and challenging international contexts, we look forward to hearing from you.

ABE is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse organisation. We believe that a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences is essential to our success. We encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions, as well as those with different national origins, life experience and perspectives.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply now' button below, please upload your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience, what you would bring to the role, why you are interested in joining the Board of ABE.

The closing date for applications is noon, Friday 2nd May 2025.

Please read attached Recruitment Pack for full details and key recruitment dates.