Chairperson - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Acorn Recruitment Limited

Acorn Recruitment Limited

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Acorn by Synergie is delighted to be working with Football Association Wales to appoint their next Chairperson.

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) was founded in Wrexham in February 1876 and is the third oldest association in the world that is responsible for the governing of football in Wales.

The purpose of the Chair is to oversee the effective governance of the organisation and providing strong strategic insight and commercial acumen to ensure the Board fulfils its duties and responsibilities and has maximum impact for football in Wales.

Principle responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Leadership:

Lead the Board in setting strategy and ensuring targets are achieved
Ensure the Board regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities
Ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the Association

Governance

Ensure the Association fulfils its objectives as set out under the Rules
Ensure the Board observes high standards of corporate governance and acts in accordance with the Articles of Association and all decisions comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Association
Ensure that the governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for the Association

Efficiency and Effectiveness

Chair meetings of the Board effectively and efficiently
Ensure that all Board members are fully engaged and that decisions are taken in the best, longterm interests of the Association and football in Wales
Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and develop and maintain an open and supportive relationship
A track record of successful delivery at Board level, either in an executive or nonexecutive capacity, within a large and/or complex organisation
General interest and enthusiasm for sport and an understanding of the positive impact and a strong appreciation of the role that sport can play in society
Strong strategic insight and commercial acumen
Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the FAW and its strategic objectives
Demonstrate strong interpersonal and relationship building abilities
Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the company
Ability to foster and promote a collaborative team environment
Ability to speak Welsh would be advantageous but not essential

Time commitment:
Your time commitment will average 2 days per month. Meetings held in venues between North and South Wales with option to join virtually.

Term of office: 4 years (with mid-term review)

Voluntary position with travel expenses and subsistence paid.

Application deadline: 3rd April

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.