• Raising NGA’s profile regionally and locally, improving contacts and building relationships, knowledge, expertise and access through partnership development which will inform and improve NGA’s services and products
• Supporting local associations of governors and trustees and other relevant regional and local organisations
• Increasing the reach of NGA and bringing in new business for the NGA including membership, training, consultancy and e-learning. identifying and capitalising on new opportunities

Partnerships, Networks and Regional Support

• Build and sustain relationships with regional partners and key stakeholders including LAs, MATs, dioceses and governance associations.
• Develop regional partnership strategies, outlining growth opportunities • Gather intelligence on local needs to inform NGA’s services.
• Represent NGA at regional events and deliver workshops or presentations.
• Support and strengthen local associations of governors and trustees.
• Contribute to regional forums and networking opportunities.
• Act as the regional escalation point for member concerns
• Represent regional governance concerns in national policy discussions
• Identify and elevate emerging governance risks or innovations
• Support development of national and regional conferences and local programmes

Business Development

• Build and sustain relationships with regional partners including LAs, MATs, dioceses and governance associations.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow NGA membership, Learning Link and services.
• Develop and manage a regional business pipeline using NGA systems.
• Maintain strong relationships to secure renewals and ensure high service quality.
• Responsibility for the financial targets within the region, and collectively responsible as part of the Governance Development Team
• Contribute to bids and proposals where required.

Team and Organisational Responsibilities

• Share insights with NGA teams to enhance services, guidance and e‑learning.
• Work collaboratively with the Governance Development team, providing cover in other regions.
• Follow NGA policies, maintain accurate records and promote equality and diversity.
• Participate in staff meetings, member events and organisational projects as a subject matter expert.
• Carry out reasonable duties as required by the Head of Governance Development.