Independent Chair to the Board (Contract)

Work with a dynamic Welsh National Governing Body committed to transforming lives through the power of sport.

The Federation of Disability Sport Wales (FDSW) is seeking a dedicated, Independent Chair to support long-term company sustainability, provide strategic support and to promote and continue Welsh and International successes.

The company:

The Federation of Disability Sport Wales is a company limited by guarantee, with charitable status. It acts as the lead strategic body for the development of disability sport and physical activity in Wales. We are committed to supporting the Sector Vision of 'Uniting a proud sporting Nation', where every (disabled) person is hooked on sport, and we create a Nation of Champions. Disability Sport Wales transforms lives and does this by creating choice and opportunity through the provision of high quality education, training and learning opportunities, the nurturing of talent, and the fine tuning of elite performers.

The role:

The Independent Chair will provide strong leadership to the current FDSW Board, which is comprised of the President, a Vice-President and four elected representatives from the National Member Associations - Welsh Sports Association for People with Learning Disabilities, Welsh Paraplegic and Tetraplegic Sports Association, Welsh Association for Visually Impaired Bowls and Welsh Deaf Sport. There are a further 6 Directors appointed to the board, who also act as Trustees for the charity aspect of FDSW's delivery, with the addition of special advisors to the board in the areas of governance and media, communications and public relations.

* 5 Board meetings a year - majority held in Cardiff with at least one annually in North Wales to reflect geographic diversity of the board.
* 4-year term with opportunity to extend for another term.
* 1 day a month (equivalent) contact with DSW.

Head office location:

Disability Sport Wales has three office locations - head office is housed within the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens in the heart of Cardiff; with an additional location at Plas Menai National Watersports Centre, Caernarfon, and Deeside Leisure Centre, Queensferry.
Why should you apply for the role of Chair?

* Use your strategic insight to lead a high performing Board, and support a strong executive team.
* Align your personal values of equity and diversity to the culture and ambitions of DSW.
* Extend the diversity of knowledge, skills and experience within physical activity (including (disability) sport) and make a difference to the future of inclusive sport in Wales.

Please 'apply' to register your interest and request a full application pack. Closing date (for receipt of completed application packs): Midnight 18th December 2017


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