INDEPENDENT MEMBERs OF UNIVERSITY COUNCIL and Chair of Finance Committee
Introduction
The University of York exists for public good. This sentence - the first in our University Strategy - signals that we combine academic excellence with social purpose.
We are a world-leading institution and a member of the prestigious Russell Group, bringing excellent research and teaching together with powerful engagement with the communities around us. Our founding values of excellence, equality and opportunity for all, anchored by the highest academic standards, are as true today as they were when the University of York opened its doors 60 years ago.
We are seeking to make a number of senior appointments to voluntary, key positions in the University’s governance. We are looking for exceptional individuals who can understand our past and contribute to creating a strong and compelling vision for the future, all in the context of robust and responsible governance.
The University of York strives to achieve a Council that is representative of the rich and diverse communities we serve.
We particularly welcome applications from female candidates, and candidates from minority ethnic backgrounds, who are under-represented on Council and leadership within the University.
The Council
The Council is the University’s governing body and trustee board, and is committed to promoting effective practice in all aspects of corporate governance, principally through its own arrangements, sub-committees and the University Executive Board (UEB) led by the Vice-Chancellor and President.
Council provides strategic advice and guidance to the
Vice-Chancellor and team, is responsible for the administration of the revenue and property of the University, and, in accordance with the Charter, has “general control over the University and its affairs, purposes and functions."
Council assumes ultimate legal accountability on behalf of the University, as well being the oversight body for the University’s relationship with Office for Students (OfS) - a non-departmental public body, which independently regulates the HE sector in England.
A University for Public Good
Founded on principles of excellence, equality and opportunity for all, the University of York opened in 1963 with just 230 students. In 2023 it is the home of more than 20,000 students across more than 30 academic departments and research centres.
Our vision is to be a university for public good and our strategy is built around our commitment to meeting four strategic objectives which are:
- Deliver curiosity-driven and action-orientated research
- Provide education that empowers
- Create a community without limits
- Demonstrate local commitment on a global scale
For further information on the University of York and our Vision of a University for Public Good, please see: www.york.ac.uk/vision-for-york/
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our Vision
Our university emerged from a campaign in this city in the 1940s and 1950s to ‘contribute to the amelioration of human life and conditions.’ Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is more important - and urgent - than ever, and so is at the heart of our 2030 Strategy.
Our Commitments
As a university that exists for public good, through purposeful action we are committed to equality of opportunity. Engendering inclusivity, and nurturing an environment where our students and staff can study, work and live in a community which fosters a sense of belonging, reflects our values and drive for demonstrable change.
What we gain from diversity is immeasurable. Our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy, which we developed in partnership with our staff and student communities, describes our commitment to create an inclusive environment where everyone can make a positive contribution to university life, the city, region and beyond. We are committed to recruit and retain a more ethnically diverse staff and student community; to create an accessible and inclusive campus, and embed the values and behaviours of inclusive responsibility and leadership.
We want to appoint colleagues who not only share our vision and purpose, but who have a genuine commitment to inclusivity in research, education, and partnerships. We see equality, diversity, and inclusion as critical to deliver on our extraordinary founding principles for the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion for all.
Will you join us on this journey?
https://www.york.ac.uk/about/equality/
THE CITY
People fall in love with York the moment they visit. Internationally acclaimed for its rich heritage and historic architecture, York’s bustling streets are filled with visitors from all over the world. Within its medieval walls you will find the iconic gothic Minster, Clifford’s Tower and the Shambles just a few of the many attractions. But it’s not all about our past.
Living in York
York is an ideal place to raise a family, with a great range of high-performing schools, both state and independent. We are also rated the safest city-based university in the UK (Complete University Guide Top 15 Universities in England and Wales with Low Crime Levels 2022). Whether you choose to live close to the city, in one of the surrounding villages or further afield, you will find a wide range of housing within a comfortable distance of York and the University.
Great location
Great rail and transport networks also connect you with other major cities in the UK. York is only a short train ride away from Leeds (20 minutes), Manchester (1.5 hours), London (2 hours) and Edinburgh (2.5 hours). We are also close to major road links including the M1 and M62.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
We particularly welcome applications for all roles from female candidates and candidates from minority ethnic or other under-represented groups, as these are currently
not well-represented on Council, its committees and leadership within the University.
Informal enquiries may be directed to
Paul Ellison, HR Recruitment Adviser
paul.ellison@york.ac.uk
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