Remote Head of Governance & Risk — 12-Month FTC

Mary's Meals; Glasgow; Remote; GBP 44,895 - 54,872; Full time

Job summary

A leading international NGO is seeking a Director of Governance and Risk for a 12-month contract in Glasgow. This role involves providing strategic leadership across governance, risk, and compliance while managing high-performing teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in governance or risk in international contexts and possess outstanding communication skills. The position supports the mission of the organization and offers a salary of £49,884 annually.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in governance or risk in an international context.
• Proven ability to operate in culturally diverse environments.
• Expertise in risk management and knowledge of legal frameworks.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills.
• Track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the governance, risk and assurance strategy.
• Embed a culture of risk awareness and compliance.
• Oversee legal and corporate governance frameworks.
• Provide strategic oversight of security and crisis management.
• Support the Board with high standards of governance.

Skills

Leadership in governance

Risk management

Strategic oversight

Communication skills

Team building

Job description

A leading international NGO is seeking a Director of Governance and Risk for a 12-month contract in Glasgow. This role involves providing strategic leadership across governance, risk, and compliance while managing high-performing teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in governance or risk in international contexts and possess outstanding communication skills. The position supports the mission of the organization and offers a salary of £49,884 annually.