We are seeking the ideal candidate who has the vision and passion to lead forward the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP), raise the profile and quality of our visitor product, deliver a sustainable tourism offer and successfully position Northamptonshire as a great place to live, work, visit and enjoy through a rich and diverse cultural offer. The successful post holder will drive prosperity of the sector for both the immediate and long term; our ideal candidate will have excellent leadership skills in business, an understanding of government policy and sound knowledge of the private, public not-for-profit sectors.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
1. Extensive professional experience with significant leadership accomplishments in business, government and / or the not-for profit sector.
2. A commitment and understanding of the Visitor Economy Sector and the vision for growth and success. Previous experience and success as a Board Chair.
3. Excellent people skills coupled with a natural affinity for public speaking.
4. Savvy diplomatic skills and a natural ability to cultivate relationships, persuading, convening, facilitating and building consensus across a diverse range of stakeholders.
The principal role of the Chair is to manage and provide leadership for the Board of the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP). The Chair is accountable to the Board and acts as a direct liaison between the...