Board Director - Tourism & Public Governance

VisitBritain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense reimbursement

Public service role

Job summary

The British Tourist Authority (VisitBritain/VisitEngland) seeks a new Board Member to contribute to governance and strategic oversight. The appointee will attend meetings in London and travel nationally to represent England and Britain in tourism matters.

Applicants should demonstrate governance experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive, evidence-based decision making within a public body context.

Qualifications

• Understanding of public bodies and governance
• Ability to provide constructive challenge at board level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship-building

Responsibilities

• Contribute effectively to board discussions and support the Chair
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Treasury rules for public money
• Support delivery of aims and objectives set with DCMS
• Collaborate with national tourism bodies to align activity and funding

Skills

Governance

Strategic thinking

Communication

Judgement

Inclusion

Job description

The British Tourist Authority (VisitBritain/VisitEngland) seeks a new Board Member to contribute to governance and strategic oversight. The appointee will attend meetings in London and travel nationally to represent England and Britain in tourism matters.

Applicants should demonstrate governance experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive, evidence-based decision making within a public body context.