Calling All Non-Executive Directors in the Housing Sector: Sharpen Your Skills and Drive Impact

Are you ready to elevate your impact as a Non-Executive Director (NED) in the housing sector? Whether you're newly appointed, experienced, or aspiring to join a board, this workshop is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies to excel in your role and support the critical work of housing organisations.

Why This Matters

In a time when housing associations face growing challenges—ranging from tenant satisfaction and financial sustainability to regulatory compliance and enhancing diversity—effective board leadership is more important than ever. As a NED, you play a vital role in shaping strategy, ensuring accountability, and delivering value for tenants and communities.

What You'll Gain:

1. Housing Sector Context

• Navigate the complexities of housing governance.
• Understand how NEDs balance oversight, strategic direction, and support to executive teams.

2. Legal and Fiduciary Responsibilities

• Get to grips with the legal and fiduciary duties of NEDs in housing, including charity law and compliance.
• Learn how to make sound, informed decisions and manage risks effectively.
• Understand your duty to act in the best interests of tenants and the organisation.

3. Strategic Leadership in Housing

• Provide strong strategic direction that aligns with your association's mission, vision, and values.
• Scrutinise executive decisions, monitor KPIs, and ensure accountability to regulators and tenants.
• Champion financial sustainability and long-term resilience.

4. Regulatory and Ethical Responsibilities

• Meet the RSH's expectations for housing sector boards.
• Address key issues like tenant voice, diversity and inclusion, and community impact.
• Gain clarity on how to foster trust and uphold ethical governance standards.

5. Practical, Scenario-Based Learning

• Dive into real-life case studies, including how to handle governance failures, conflicts of interest, and tenant concerns.
• Develop practical solutions to sector-specific challenges through interactive discussions.

6. The Bigger Picture

• Explore the importance of board diversity, collaboration, and ongoing professional development in shaping the future of housing governance.

Who Should Attend?

This training is tailored specifically for NEDs in the housing sector—current or aspiring—who are passionate about making a difference. If you're seeking to sharpen your governance expertise and lead with confidence in an increasingly complex environment, this session is for you.

Your Takeaways:

• A clear understanding of your legal, fiduciary, and strategic responsibilities as a housing NED.
• Practical tools to provide oversight, challenge effectively, and drive positive outcomes for tenants and communities.
• Enhanced confidence in navigating regulatory expectations and governance complexities.

Secure Your Spot Today!

Register now and join a community of housing leaders committed to driving impact, strengthening governance, and delivering value for tenants.