We’re looking for a new Chair of the Board!
Our Chair of the Board, Toussainte Reba, is stepping down after 3 years as Chair, and we’re looking for someone to lead our Board as we work towards our 2023-2026 Business Plan.
The Chair has the responsibility for leading a dedicated group of Trustees, Members and Volunteers through collective decision-making and leadership. We hold 8 Board Meetings a year, as well as our Annual General Meeting in October and Spring General Meeting in April.
You will have proven leadership skills working at a senior level (paid or voluntary), experience of chairing and facilitating meetings, and the ability to be both strategic and “hands on” in the role.
What are we looking for?
- Lead the board and the organisation to enable it to fulfil its purpose
- Lead the long-term strategy and direction of the organisation
- Ensure an effective relationship between:
- the Board and the staff/volunteers
- the Board and the external stakeholders/community
- Act as a spokesperson and figurehead as appropriate.
- Plan and prepare the Board meetings and AGMs with others as appropriate.
- Chair Board meetings.
- Ensure adequate support and supervision arrangements are made for FoWG employees (currently two part-time staff members) and any other staff/volunteers that are directly managed or report into the Board.
- Support long-term succession planning for the Board
- Fulfil all statutory requirements related to the role of Chair.
Download the full recruitment pack.
How to apply?
Please email your CV and a cover letter describing why you would be good for the position and why you want to apply to secretary@brixtonwindmill.org by Monday 22nd April 2024.
