The BDA's Selection Committee are looking for a Wales based dietitian to join us to assist in the recruitment processes for the Board.
The Selection Committee is appointed by the Board of Directors to lead the recruitment process for Directors and other senior appointments on governance committees, to interview candidates, undertake skills and competency-based analysis for advertised roles and make recommendations on appointments to the Directors.
While it is independent, the Selection Committee will take direction from the Directors on the skills or experience being sought and support the recruitment and appointment of suitable company Directors and senior Board or Committee appointments from both within the profession and externally., This role is for a Wales based dietitian to join the Selection Committee from October 2024, for a term of 3 years.
The Selection Committee have between 4-6 meetings per year, with a busier recruitment season in the Summer, in preparation for the BDA's AGM which usually takes place in September/October.
When recruiting, usually 2-3 members will form the panel for an induction, with the CEO joining in some cases.
Selection interviews will be conducted via teams in most cases.
The Selection Committee will be appointed by, and be accountable to, the Board of Directors. Selection Committee members will be appointed for a period of 3 years and may be reappointed once for a maximum of a further 3 years.
(the full role description and person specification can be downloaded here)
The Selection Committee Members
The candidate will need to be able to:
* Act in the best interests of the company, exercise their skills and judgment in the recruitment process and avoid any conflicts of interest.
* Be familiar with the strategic role of a company Director, or other strategic appointments in membership associations, and have a good understanding of the principles of Company Law
* Be familiar with the principles of good governance and the need for external input into senior appointments
* Have experience of recruitment or appointment at a senior or strategic level
* Act in a professional and collegiate manner with fellow Selection Committee members.
* Be confident to chair and participate in interviews.
* Contribute to an Annual Report for the Board of Directors and the AGM.
* Be aware of the BDA's strategic plan and business priorities and supports them through the appointment of suitable company Directors.
* Act with complete confidentiality at all times
* Support the BDA Equalities strategy and contribute to the appointment of people who reflect the wider society.
Estimated Time Commitment
Company Directors and other senior roles are recruited for terms of office of 2/3 years, in rotation.
Usually, the appointment process will take place annually but, as and when vacancies arise in between, there may be recruitment activity more frequently. It is likely there will be around 4-5 days required during the year. Additional time may be required for Selection Committee meetings and/or training.
Most of the Selection Committee meetings will be conducted via teams, there may, however be invitations to events run by the BDA which you will be encouraged to attend in person.
Term of Office:
This post is normally for a period of 3 years with the opportunity to serve a maximum of two terms of office Members of the Committee will be invited to stand down in rotation, to ensure continuity but also provide succession planning., All actual expenses incurred will be reimbursed and a daily fee of £200 will be paid. This will include the time taken in reading papers and recruiting/ interviewing.