FLC advises NERC on the following areas:
- digital
- sustainability
- public engagement
- diversity and inclusion
- wider strategic questions of the moment
Its responsibilities are to:
- provide advice, or be available for consultation, on specific papers or policy areas being considered by NERC Council
- oversee the development and implementation of NERC’s net zero pathway
- provide advice on the implementation of NERC’s digital strategy and use of digital approaches across NERC’s portfolio
- direct funding governance oversight of a £1.5 million sustainability themed funding line, including spend for diversity and inclusion enrichment activity, where FLC makes recommendations on programme spend to the NERC Executive
- provide challenge and oversight of plans for delivery against the current NERC public engagement strategy and development of future public engagement strategies
- act as NERC advocates within the community and beyond and share community perceptions and insight with NERC
Being a member will:
- help you develop your insight into the way a complex funding institution is governed and led
- enhance your knowledge of relevant issues by working alongside professionals from across NERC’s existing boards and committees
- provide you with the opportunity to establish or grow your network with other businesses and sectors
- help you develop a deeper understanding of board governance
- help you build and cultivate your personal brand
- enhance and expand your strategic thinking capabilities
- provide you with the opportunity to travel across the UK
Time commitment
Members will ordinarily be appointed for a period of two years with an option to extend for one year (on the agreement of both NERC and the member).
Including meetings, preparation time and invitations to participate in other NERC activities on an ad hoc basis, it is expected that:
- members commit five to 12 days per year, approximately a day per month
- you must obtain approval from your employer for the time required for this role
- members attend board meetings in person. These will be held in various locations around the UK
Remuneration
Where eligible for remuneration, members will receive £200 per meeting and one day preparation time per meeting.
We anticipate remuneration will be for a minimum of five days and up to a maximum of 12 days per year.
Travel and subsistence expenses in line with policy will be paid as appropriate if eligible.
Whether or not you are eligible for payment does not affect your eligibility for appointment, meaning you may still be appointed even if you cannot receive a fee.
