I found the 
As someone who is looking to move into a Non-Executive Director role I found Excellencia's 
Having attended this course in the last few months I can confirm its value. Having held NED roles in my favoured area of engineering and manufacturing David opens the mind to the potential of other sectors and using ones transferable skills. Have set a strategy for personnel growth as NED – if I could just stop getting interim assignments
is an essential introduction for those who seriously wish to pursue Non Executive Director Roles. The course, led by David Doughty an experienced and knowledgeable NED, is focused on the key information required to achieve your first position. It includes a discussion of the Non Executive Director Role, duties and liabilities, the relevant skill set and valid approaches to securing a NED position. The day includes case study work as well as interactive discussions of the course material. I thoroughly recommend this course which is good value for money.
David is a solid expert. The overview of the role of a NED was very well presented. Highly recommended.
An excellent course giving a clear picture of the role, the skills and characteristics required, the range of NED opportunities and the various routes to secure such positions. Particularly helpful focus on shaping your CV for this sector and the key skills required. As a bonus you also meet interesting people and useful contacts. A good career investment which will hopefully deliver quick, positive results.
I can thoroughly recommend this course and David. As well as meeting interesting colleagues, a great way to understand compliance, personal capabilities and skills needed to fulfil a NED role. A helpful and well structured intro into the NED world.
Helpful and fulsome in opening up the channel of Non-Executive Director as a career path. I know considerably more about what is required and expected now and, of real practical benefit, how to go about seeking and finding a rewarding role as an NED. Highly recommended.
This course is a must for any aspiring NED and even established NED's as a refresher. The content and its delivery were well paced, informative and challenging in equal measures, led by a seasoned expert whose capabilities provide a wealth of knowledge to be drawn upon. Incredible value for money and should be part of a suite of courses leading to a more formal qualification for aspiring NEDs. 100% recommended, you will not be disappointed.
I can thoroughly recommend this very well structured and informative course. It provides an excellent introduction to the remit, capabilities and attributes of NEDs.
A well structured and presented introduction to the responsibilities, challenges and attributes required of being a NED. It was thought-provoking. I have referred back to my copious comments in the comprehensive slide hand outs many times already
An invaluable course for anyone looking for NED roles. Expertly delivered, honest and action focussed. Extremely useful materials. Feel much better equipped for to pursue opportunities as a NED.
This course was excellent and greatly exceeded my expectations. The course format is interactive, with small-group teaching in a seminar/workshop format, led by an experienced Chartered Director who generously shared his personal experience
I found the course very helpful, as I wanted to understand in detail what a NED role entailed. I felt that I gained enough information not only to decide if this was the sort of role that I would be interested in, but also to be able to function in such a role. The guidance on seeking appointments was an added bonus. It was also an interesting day with a varied group of delegates and I would happily recommend it.
Having attended one of David's 
I had the pleasure of attending a recent 
A great introduction to the world of NEDs; well-structured and expertly delivered.
Having attended 
A really useful day for anyone with serious intentions of becoming a NED. The event was well structured with a good balance between the theory of corporate governance and NED responsibilities as well as allowing plenty of time for sharing experiences through group interaction
I found this very useful , John really knew his stuff and made this engaging and materials were spot on and good interaction with other members on the course which added to the skill sharing- I learned a lot.
I recently attended David's 
I attended this course shortly after starting my first Non-Executive Director role and found David’s expertise and insight to be invaluable. The course also covers practical things such as how to go about finding Non-Executive Director roles – and so last week (6 months after I attended the course) I started my second NED role, and have an interview for a third one next week. I can highly recommend attending this course for current or aspiring NEDs.
I recently attended Excellencia's NED course written and run by the highly experienced David Doughty. In one day you cover an enormous amount of ground where the topics include, Governance, Risk, Information, Due Diligence, Solvency, NED role including required skills, duties and liabilities and finally how to win a position. I recommend it highly.
Unlike many courses I have attended in the past, 
The course was a really thorough grounding in what it means to be a non-exec director and how you can apply your knowledge and skills to the role to good effect. The combination of useful information about corporate governance and directors' liabilities, a very experienced and insightful course lead in the form of David Doughty, and practical exercises about how to address particular situations that NEDs can expect to face made for a very interesting session, but also one which was directly applicable to my new role.
Well structured and informative course with plenty of time/room for group discussions. Ideal for anyone looking at NED roles.
Knowledgeable presenter Good solid coverage of core financial concepts - P&L, balance sheet, ratios
Philip had an excellent wealth of experience & practical knowledge of a wide number of industries and was really warm & welcoming- An asset to the course!
I recently attended David's one day introduction 
This one day course is an excellent overview, providing real advice and very helpful information for those Directors who are interested in developing a non-exec portfolio
Right from the start of the 
I found the 
I thought the course was enlightening and very rich in content. I particularly liked the balance of case study analysis with emphasis on a NED's key responsibility. It was well structured and I'm sure I speak on behalf of all those who were present, when I say that the course offers a great deal of value to any aspiring or even existing NED who wants to make a success of their role
I recently attended the Excellencia one-day course on 
The course was well constructed and delivered by David who has extensive knowledge of a range of boards, their structure and governance. It was particularly helpful to me as I am new to applying for NED roles and the guidance made me totally rethink what is required from the application process – i.e. this is not an operational role! The delegate group was of a suitable size to allow for interaction and sharing of ideas and experience
John delivered a thought provoking and insightful workshop. Ideal for Non-Executive Directors aspiring to fully understand sales and how to create strategic commercial value at board level
David Doughty’s obvious experience and credibility, the course material and structure and the quality of attendees meant that the course was worth every penny. I now have a full appreciation of the many balls to be juggled in order to become a successful Non-Executive Director
I had the pleasure of attending '
Well worth the time! Duncan has packed a lot of information into the course, which reminded me of all the things I should be thinking about, and doing something about in my own business, and also sent me away with some action items. Highly recommended!
Non-Executive Board Member - Wales Office
Body: Office of the Secretary of State for Wales (Wales Office)Appointing Department: Wales Office
Sectors: Business, Finance & Skills, Charity & Public Sector
Location: Cardiff/London
Skills required: Accountancy, Audit and Risk, Change Management
Number of Vacancies: 1
Remuneration: £8,330 per annum
Time Requirements: Up to 20 days per annum
Closed for Applications: 13/11/2020
This is not a ministerial appointment.
Vacancy Description
The Office of the Secretary of State for Wales is seeking to appoint a Non-Executive Board Member (NEBM) to serve on its Departmental Board and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee.
The term of appointment will be for an initial period of up to three years, which may be extended in further defined periods by agreement. The maximum total term of appointment is six years.
The successful candidate will be expected to take up the position on 4 January 2021.
Role of the Non-Executive Board Member
The role of the Non-Executive Board Member is to play a key part in the effective and successful governance of the Department. The main responsibilities being to:
- Ensure the Departmental Board and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee define the vision, values, culture and strategy of the organisation and set a high standard for ethics and responsible conduct of public business;
- Ensure the Departmental Board and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee maintain appropriate governance and internal controls, including ensuring sound financial, risk and performance management regimes are in place and the Department has the capacity to deliver;
- Actively challenge the Board on key issues including the Business Plan and Strategic Risks;
- Contribute to and attend meetings of other Non-Executive members across central government;
- Ensure the Department’s Senior Management Team is subjected to constructive challenge in respect of the performance of the organisation; and
- Provide counsel, advice and support to the executive team, acting as a sounding board and “critical friend” where necessary.
About the Office of the Secretary of State for Wales
The Office of the Secretary of State for Wales supports the Secretary of State and his Ministerial team in promoting the best interests of Wales within a strong United Kingdom. It ensures Welsh interests are represented at the heart of the UK Government and the UK Government’s responsibilities are represented in Wales.
Person Specification
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate that you have the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment. These are:
- An understanding of central Government accounting and finance and the role of the audit committee in scrutinising these;
- An understanding of the issues and challenges that Wales faces and the role of the Office of the Secretary of State for Wales in addressing these;
- A detailed knowledge of corporate governance procedures in the public sector;
- Experience of working as a Non-Executive Board Member on the board of a Government Department/Agency of Arm’s Length Body and has guided the strategic direction of that body;
- Sound judgement and an ability to work as an individual and as part of a team, with a constructive style and effective communication skills; and
- An understanding of the Welsh language would be helpful.
All Non-Executive Members, as well as Executive Board Members, are required to uphold the seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have, or be willing to obtain security clearance to Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) level. It usually takes between 6- 9 weeks to obtain the security clearance.
How to Apply
For more details on the role, and to request a candidate information pack, please contact [email protected]
This post is NOT regulated by The Commissioner for Public Appointments.
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