Trustee Chair

The Board of Trustees are looking for a Chair who will be responsible for the effective leadership and governance of the board, overseeing the strategic direction of InterAct via the delegated authority to the Executive whilst being an advocate for the charity. 

Principles 

• All prospective trustees must be willing to accept the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a director and a trustee as set out by the Charity Commission. 
• Trustees have and must accept ultimate responsibility for directing InterAct’s affairs. 
• Trustees should focus on the charity’s strategic direction and avoid becoming involved in day-to-day operational decisions and matters. Where trustees do need to become involved in operational matters, they should separate their strategic and operational roles. 
• All Trustees are also asked to embrace Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. 

Role summary 

The key activities of the Chair's role along with the board of trustees are to oversee InterAct’s strategy and financial sustainability; ensure the good governance of the charity; lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring it consists of a diverse range of people with the appropriate skills and experience required; advocate for InterAct where required and provide support and challenge to the CEO and Management Team. 

The Board meets quarterly, with additional working groups meeting when required consisting of Board members with appropriate skills and experience. 

For more information please download the role description or for an informal discussion please contact Vickie Perkins on 01245 801571.

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