Chairperson

Role Description

Purpose of the role

To provide leadership and direction to the Board enabling it to fulfil its responsibilities in providing sound governance and strategic direction for the club. To facilitate Board meetings and support staff with well-rounded and carefully considered decision-making.

Skills required

Has excellent people management skills.
Can lead and inspire staff and volunteers.
Understands the needs and process for strategic planning.
Has facilitation skills.
Can analyse information to make good decisions.
Will work collaboratively and listen to professionals.

Personal attributes of a good Chair include:

Dynamic and fair
Being highly motivated and able to instil that in others.
A confident communicator and good listener.
An objective decision maker.

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategy

Lead the formulation of club strategic plans and put in place regular reviews of the long-term goals.
Work with the General Manager to deliver operational strategy.

Relationships.

Provide constructive support to the General Manager, guiding and supporting their work.

Governance, Finance and Structure

Work with the Board, Management and Finance Director to set an annual budget and undertake long-term financial planning.
Liaise regularly with the General Manager and Finance Director to maintain a clear grasp of the club’s financial position.
Maintain careful oversight of any risk to reputation and/or financial standing of the club
Regularly evaluate the governance structure of the club to ensure it is effective and efficient, embracing support from external stakeholders where a change is required.

Core Responsibilities

Chair and develop the Board, building a high performing team of Board Members, drawing on each person’s skills and knowledge as they contribute to club objectives.
Send a quarterly updating report to members.
Monitor decisions taken at meetings and ensure they are implemented.
Lead the process of evaluation of the Board and its members.
If possible, identify and mentor a successor.

Responsible to: Board of Directors

Term of Office: Three years

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