Board Chair (Non Executive Director (voluntary))
Organisation: Amateur Football Alliance
Salary: Voluntary
Location: Meetings in Old Street, N1, London (and Online)
Contract type: Volunteer (Part time)
Closing date: 15 April 2025
Job Description: See the recruitment pack here.
To apply go here.
Role Description
The Amateur FA is looking to appoint a Non-Executive Director who will act as the Board Chair. We are looking for an individual with skills and experience in a Board context with the desire to support grassroots football and encourage a safe environment across Amateur FA football.
We are looking for an ambassador for the organisation who can act as a custodian of the highest standards of integrity, inclusion, respect and governance. The Board is constituted of up to 14 members (to reduce to 12) and will be led by the person appointed into this role.
Role Title
Chair of the Board of Directors
Reports to: Accountable to the Membership of Amateur FA
Role Purpose
The Chair will:
1. Be responsible for the leadership of the Board of Directors and be accountable to the Membership of Amateur FA.
2. Oversee the affairs of the Association and ensure that the Board meets its obligations and responsibilities.
3. Hold the CEO and Board to account for the performance of the Association.
4. Ensure that each Director fulfils their duties for the effective governance of the Association.
5. Effectively manage and moderate Board discussions and decisions.
6. Act as an ambassador for the Association and role model the AFA’s values.
7. Performance manage the Chief Executive Officer.
Direct Reports
Chief Executive Officer
Location
The Amateur Football Alliance offices are based at Unit 3, 7 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7SL. The Chair will be expected to attend the office and engage in homeworking as appropriate.
Estimated Time Commitment
The role requires a commitment to attend up to 6 Board meetings a year, normally held on a Monday and lasting around 3 hours. The Chair is also required to attend General Meetings and other ad hoc events.
Remuneration or Expenses
This is a voluntary role with no financial remuneration. County FA Expenses will be paid in line with the current Expense Policy.
Responsibilities
1. Serve as a Director of the Association and lead the Board in setting the strategy.
2. Execute the responsibilities of a Company Director in accordance with the Companies Act (2006).
3. Ensure a clear division between the Board’s management and oversight role.
4. Lead the Board in the approval of the long-term financial plan and annual budget.
5. Set the agenda for Board meetings in consultation with the CEO.
6. Chair Board meetings effectively, ensuring timely and clear information.
7. Create an environment of psychological safety, respect, and inclusion.
8. Demonstrate transparency and accountability.
9. Monitor the delivery of the strategic plan.
10. Manage the performance of the CEO.
11. Lead the Board in identifying actions to support diversity targets.
12. Represent the Association at meetings and functions.
13. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Board.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential:
1. Excellent meeting chairing skills.
2. Listening skills to ensure all voices are heard.
3. Strategic leadership and management skills.
4. Ability to create a positive Board culture.
5. Understanding of the relationship between Chair, CEO, and Senior Independent Director.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to form productive relationships.
Desirable:
1. Performance management experience.
2. Positive coaching and mentoring.
3. Experience with Board Skills Audit.
4. Recruitment and selection skills.
5. Experience motivating volunteers.
Knowledge
Essential:
1. Knowledge of Board Director responsibilities.
2. Understanding of the Companies Act (2006).
3. Knowledge of Safeguarding Requirements.
4. Interest in Grassroots Football.
5. Awareness of the County FA Governance Code.
Desirable:
1. Knowledge of key legislation including Health and Safety.
2. Risk management.
3. Customer experience and engagement.
4. Succession planning.
Qualifications
Essential:
1. No specific qualifications are essential.
2. Understanding of the volunteer/professional relationship.
3. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Desirable:
1. Additional qualifications may be required for specific functions.
Additional Information
Enhanced DBS Check required? Not required
Check Companies House Disqualified Directors Register? YES
Clean full driving licence? Not required
The Amateur Football Alliance is committed to achieving equality and fairness in employment and service delivery. We welcome applications from all sections of society.
If you do not have the formal qualifications specified but can demonstrate skills or experience of an equivalent standard, we would be interested in your application.
We are proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer and are an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply
To apply go here. Fill in your contact details, upload a covering letter and your CV.
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