Public Appointment Opportunities in The Department for Environment,
Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)

Do you have an interest in the natural environment, sustainable development, animal welfare, food, farming or fisheries? Could you help tackle some of the critical issues affecting the world we live in by sitting on the Board of a Defra sponsored Public Body?

In Defra we know that a diverse mix of people adds strength to the capability of our boards, so we are looking for people from all backgrounds - and you don’t necessarily need to have previous board experience. So if you’ve ever thought about a public appointment, now is the time to do it.

Working at the National Audit Office

“I’ve always wanted to do a job which helps to make real improvements to the everyday lives of people. Although I previously enjoyed studying, and later working in academia as an LSE Health Policy Research Assistant, I wanted to be based in a setting where my analytical skills would be applied to the cut and thrust of public policy, examining how public bodies use financial resources to deliver services in the most effective and efficient way.

The Charity Commission:
Making Good Intentions Count

The Charity Commission is an immensely rewarding place to work. Not only do we see the difference charities make, we have an impact on their role in both the UK and abroad. So we understand that charities need more than good intentions to succeed – it’s our job to ensure that they deliver on these too.

Profile: Bexley Council

More to offer.

With the bright lights of central London and the ‘Garden of England’ both only a stone’s throw away, Bexley’s able to offer all the benefits of capital, countryside, coast and continent on it’s doorstep.

Bexley’s really strong on the education front. We are passionate about providing environments where our pupils can be inspired to learn, whatever their age.

Profile: Appointments Commission

Could you use your skills to make a difference to the NHS?

Across the country hundreds of men and women use their professional skills as part-time, non-executive directors, helping to lead their local NHS.

Profile: The Electoral Commission

The Electoral Commission is an independent body set up by the UK Parliament. Our aim is integrity and public confidence in the democratic process. We:

The National Trust

The National Trust is about so much more than stately homes and conservation. There is a chance for everybody to get involved on many different levels. We aim to foster links between people and places through community projects like our Heritage Lottery Fund funded ‘Whose Story?’ project in the West Midlands, and our ‘London Voices Project’, working with local black and minority ethnic communities, and families.

A beacon of excellence

Waqar Azmi, Chief Diversity Adviser to the Civil Service, outlines the government’s plans and commitment to diversity

“When I took up my post, I agreed on the need for the civil service to be three things: relevant to people, a force for change that capitalises on diversity and a beacon of excellence for everyone in society. This will enable policies and services to be developed in a way that results in better outcomes for everyone and enable Government to work with communities more effectively.

Profile: Piece of a Fast Streamer – Laura Jayawardane

For the past 2 years, I have worked on the Civil Service graduate programme, the Fast Stream. I joined the Fast Stream immediately after completing my degree in International Relations and History at the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE). When I applied, I saw the programme as an excellent opportunity to work in a job where I would be given early responsibility, feel challenged and work on issues that matter and more importantly, make a difference in society. When I was appointed to the Home Office as a Fast Streamer, the job lived up to and exceeded my expectations.

Public Appointment Opportunities in The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)