Job Description
Ensure Operational Continuity - Maintain day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure the organisation remains functional and responsive to student needs during the investigation.
Support and Safeguard Sabbatical Officers - Provide structured support to sabbatical officers, especially where they are involved in the investigation, ensuring their wellbeing and ability to fulfil representative duties
Reinforce Governance and Compliance - ensure governance structures and procedures are fully adhered to / enacted and, if necessary, make recommendations for improvement.
Stabilise Financial Management - Conduct a rapid financial health check, ensure robust financial controls are in place, and oversee transparent financial reporting, rebuilding trust and ensure solvency and liquidity.
Build Trust with Stakeholders - Act as a credible and neutral figure to re-establish confidence. Communicate openly about steps being taken to address concerns.
Strengthen Risk Management - Identify and mitigate organisational risks, particularly reputational and operational, arising from the investigation. Ensure trustees and officers understand risk frameworks.
Provide Leadership and Staff Reassurance - Offer visible, empathetic leadership to staff and volunteers. Address morale issues and ensure service delivery continuity through clear communication and support.
Ensure Effective Board Functio...