Chair of Trustees for Environmental Charity
Experienced charity chair of trustees wanted to guide the board and ensure the effective governance of our Charitable Incorporated Organisation as we create ‘gardens for good’ to improve wellbeing, boost biodiversity and enhance employability.
What difference will you make?
You will make a real difference by ensuring sound governance of our small and successful organisation as we create ‘gardens for good’ to improve wellbeing, boost biodiversity and enhance employability.
What are we looking for?
* Strategic, leadership, and interpersonal skills to effectively guide the board and the organisation.
* Ability to lead meetings, manage relationships, and ensure the board fulfills its responsibilities.
* Key skills include strategic thinking, communication, conflict resolution, and a deep understanding of the charitys mission and operations.
* A pragmatic person with attention to detail, and an interest in improving mental health and wellbeing and boosting biodiversity.
What will you be doing?
We are looking to recruit an experienced charity trustee who can help us steer the direction for the next 5 years whilst ensuring strong and sound governance.
The chair of trustees for a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) foundation charity leads the board, ensuring effective governance and strategic direction. They oversee board meetings, support the chief executive, and represent the charity publicly. The chair also ensures the board focuses on long-term goals and complies with legal and regulatory requirements, including the charity's governing document.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading the Board: Preside over trustee meetings, set the agenda and facilitate discussions to ensure effective decision-making.
* Supporting the Chief Executive: Provide guidance and support to the chief executive or head of staff, acting as a point of contact between the board and staff.
* Strategic Direction: Ensure the board focuses on long-term strategic goals, setting the charity's direction and monitoring progress against plans.
* Governance and Compliance: Promote high standards of governance, transparency, and accountability, ensuring compliance with governing documents and relevant laws and regulations.
* Public Representation: Represent the charity at external events, meetings, or in the media.
* Ensuring Effective Decision Making: Ensure board decisions are carried out and take urgent action when necessary between meetings.
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