Job Introduction
The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA) are seeking to appoint two Independent Persons for standards matters.
THE GLCCA
The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (CCA) is a newly established body which has taken on devolved powers from the government to shape a better future for Lincolnshire and its residents.
Led by the newly elected Mayor, and bringing together leadership from across Greater Lincolnshire, the new Authority will work collaboratively to invest in infrastructure, support local businesses, and promote sustainable growth while protecting the area’s rich heritage and natural environment.
THE ROLE OF AN INDEPENDENT PERSON (STANDARDS)
Under the Localism Act 2011 the GLCCA has adopted an agreed Code of Conduct for Members which reflects the Nolan Principles of Public Life and has in place arrangements for dealing with allegations that the code has been broken by the Mayor or its Members. The advice of a duly appointed Independent Person will be sought by the Authority before it reaches a decision on any allegation and individual Members may also seek advice from an Independent Person if they are subject to an allegation.
We are looking for two Independent Persons who can interpret the Code of Conduct, balance differing views, and bring an independent and informed perspective to the process. They will have a demonstrable interest in democracy and local government and be able to act objectively to make reasoned judgements based on evidence.
Our appointed Independent Persons will assist the GLCCA in promoting high standards of conduct by the Mayor and elected, appointed and co-opted Members of the Authority. They will play a key role in upholding the adopted Code of Conduct and the seven principles of public office, namely: selflessness, honesty, integrity objectivity, accountability, openness and leadership.
APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS AND ELIGIBILITY
Applications are accepted from candidates over the age of 18 who are able to attend meetings in Greater Lincolnshire during the daytime. Candidates may apply for the GLCCA roles of Independent Member for Audit Committee and Independent Member for Overview and Scrutiny Committee which are currently being advertised.
An Independent Member cannot be a currently serving Councillor, Co-Opted Member or employee of the GLCCA or of any of the Constituent Councils in Greater Lincolnshire (North Lincolnshire Council, North East Lincolnshire Council or Lincolnshire County Council) or of a Parish Council of one of those authorities or have held such a role within the previous five years. They also cannot be a close friend or relative of any of those persons.
In addition, Independent Persons for the GLCCA will not be a member of a political party, nor have any conflicts of interests with the Combined Authority.
Applications are accepted from candidates currently undertaking this role at another Local Authority, as long as they are not legally restricted as per the caveats above.
Successful applicants will be appointed for 2 years and renumerated for the services that they provide. An allowance of £500 will be payable annually, along with £100 per case referred, and £100 for each formal meeting attended that is relevant to a case referred.
HOW TO APPLY
We are welcoming expressions of interest in these roles that include:
- a current CV; and
- A personal statement of no more than 2000 words stating how you meet the Job Description/Person Specification document
sent by email to nicola.calver@greaterlincolnshire-cca.gov.uk by 5pm Wednesday 30th April 2025.
Interviews will be held via teams on Thursday 15th May 2025.
Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any appointment can be confirmed.
For an informal discussion about the role, or if you have an accessibility or disability need that means you might require changes to the application process, or if you have questions about your eligibility to apply please contact Lisa Tremble, GLCCA’s Interim Monitoring Officer at lisa.tremble@greaterlincolnshire-cca.gov.uk or Nicola Calver on 01522 555620.
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