About the role

The Council is seeking to appoint two individuals to serve as Independent (‘Lay’) Members on the Governance & Audit Committee (established under the Local Government (Wales) Measure 2011 (as amended by the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021).

1 x Governance and Audit Lay member – to start 26.09.2026

1 x Governance and Audit Lay member – to start 30.05.2027

The appointment will be for a minimum of 5 years with potential for extension for up to 10 years. The role requires flexibility, with an average commitment of 5–7 daytime meetings per year (lasting one to three hours), plus preparation, training, and development. All meetings are held remotely.

The Governance & Audit Committee advises the Council, Cabinet, Committees, and Officers on governance, financial oversight, risk and performance management, complaints, and internal control. It ensures effective governance systems and compliance with internal audit procedures. Applicants must be 18 years old or over and meet the following criteria (see the Role Description and Person Specification for full list of criteria):

• Not be or have been a member, co-opted member or employee of the Council within the last five years;
• Not be an employee or Member of the Council or another Local Authority;
• Not have any personal, legal or contractual relationship with Ceredigion County Council (including employees, members or former staff), or any other relationship/activity, which might represent a conflict of interest;
• Not have been convicted of any offence;
• Not be an undischarged bankrupt;
• Not have significant business dealings with the Council nor have a formal connection with any political group;
• Not be the holder of significant office in an organisation being grant aided/supported by the Council; and
• Not be disqualified from holding office as a member of the Local Authority.

Fees will be paid for undertaking duties in line with the Council’s Schedule of Member Remuneration.

Further details, including the Role Description and Person Specification. 

If you believe you meet the above requirements and are interested in becoming an independent (lay) member of the Governance and Audit Committee, please submit an application.

If you would like to discuss the role, or would like further information, please contact Katy Sinnett-Jones, Governance Officer on 01545573062 / katy.sinnett-jones@ceredigion.gov.uk.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.