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Leadership Opportunity for a Strategic Governance Chair

1 month ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom S&You Full time
About Wales Lacrosse

Wales Lacrosse is the national governing body for the sport of lacrosse in Wales, responsible for leading, developing, and governing the sport throughout the country. Our organisation provides opportunities for players, coaches, and officials to engage with the sport at an international level, as well as building links within the lacrosse community in Wales.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chairperson to lead our governance, financial management, and overall administration. As a key member of our Executive Committee, you will chair our Board meetings, work closely with our CEO and other committee members to ensure effective delivery of our objectives, and grow the game of lacrosse in Wales.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide effective leadership of the Board and affairs of Wales Lacrosse.
  • Ensure the governance of Wales Lacrosse is efficient, effective, and fit-for-purpose.
  • Support the delivery and evolution of Wales Lacrosse's strategic plans.
  • Lead the review of those strategic objectives from time to time to assess progress and ensure they are still appropriate.
  • Preside over Board meetings, ensuring discussions are focused and productive, and that members of the Committee are fully involved.
  • Build a strong and cohesive board, facilitating robust discussion and debate.
  • Establish a sub-committee structure with clear Terms of Reference to ensure that all areas have appropriate oversight and expertise.
  • Scrutinise performance and decisions taken by the Board and/or sub-committees to meet agreed targets, monitoring, assessing, and reducing any potential risks.
  • Set the tone for ethical behaviour, integrity, and professionalism within the Board and organisation by upholding a culture of open communication and collaboration.
  • Liaise with the Finance Director to ensure that funds are spent properly in the best interests of the sport, and accounted for transparently.
  • Help to prepare and submit any statutory documents that are required, including annual reports and audits.
  • Lead the appraisal of the CEO and members of the Executive Committee's performance on an annual basis, ensuring they are held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives.
Requirements
  • Previous experience of working in a non-executive role, ideally within a national governing body.
  • Previous Chair experience would be welcome but is not essential.
  • Excellent credentials in governance matters at Board or executive level.
  • An understanding of the role of the Chair and their legal duties and responsibilities.
  • Proven ability to lead and work effectively as part of a diverse team.
  • Experience within the Volunteer Sector.
  • Some knowledge of lacrosse would be advantageous, as would a personal connection to Wales.
Skills and Qualities
  • Excellent planning, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Good strategic vision.
  • Ability to receive input and advice, and to exercise independent judgement.
  • Corporate and political networking ability, particularly within Wales.
  • Diplomacy with good ambassadorial skills.
  • An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with an ability to negotiate and influence.
  • Comfortable addressing and dealing with the media.
Salary and Benefits

This is an unpaid position, although reasonable expenses will be reimbursed, including travel, subsistence, and accommodation costs. We are looking for a candidate who can commit to the role for a period of three years, with a six-month probationary period. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leadership and governance, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are passionate about lacrosse and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please get in touch.