Independent Governors - Royal Agricultural University : Job Details

Independent Governors

Location: Cirencester

The Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester is looking for three Independent Governors to help us achieve our vision to be the UK’s global university for sustainable farming and land management, enabling communities across the world to thrive in harmony with nature.

The Royal Agricultural University "RAU" has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector.

We are looking to recruit three Independent Governors to join our Governing Council. We are looking for a strong personal commitment to higher education and to the environment and land-based economy, as well as to the vision, mission and purpose of the University.

We welcome applications from a range of backgrounds such as finance/accounting, land and property, the higher education sector and other professional specialisms.

We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place where everyone is welcome and we can all be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are currently underrepresented.

Membership of the Governing Council is not remunerated, but Independent Governors are entitled to reclaim all reasonable travel and similar expenses incurred in the course of University business in accordance with our expenses policy.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the RAU, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Closing date for applications: 4 April 2025