Independent Chair (Permanent)

Non Executive Director,
Chair, Table Tennis Wales

At an exciting time for Table Tennis Wales, we are currently seeking a Chair to drive the strategy and direction of the organisation. Our vision is that table tennis in Wales will continue to be a growing and successful sport.
We are looking for an individual with an interest in the sport sector who has the skills and abilities that can effectively lead the sport including integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
The Chair will lead and manage the Board of Table Tennis Wales and will be required to develop a vision, strategy and related policies in collaboration with the Executive Directors, staff and key volunteers. We strongly recommend that potential applicants read the person specification/role description to understand the role, commitment and the skills and competencies we are looking for.
Table Tennis Wales is a company limited by guarantee and all Board Members are Directors of the company. Table Tennis Wales is committed to equality of opportunity and the formation of a balanced, inclusive and skilled board and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or beliefs.
Please submit a CV with a supporting letter which sets out how you meet the person specification and your suitability for the role


Role Summary

TTW Chair Key Responsibilities
* To lead the board in promoting and directing Table Tennis Wales to meet its primary
objectives, including setting the organisation's vision, values and strategic direction
* With the board, to ensure TTW's organisational structure and capability, including the
resources available, are appropriate for implementing the strategy
* To ensure the effectiveness of the board in securing the long-term success of the
organisation and the sport of Table Tennis
* To manage, support and act as a trusted adviser to the General Manager, liaising
closely and holding them to account for the achievement of agreed plans while
maintaining a high level of staff morale, commitment and motivation
* To be an ambassador for the sport of Table Tennis and to assist the General Manager in
developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and funders
* To ensure the board maintains careful oversight of any risk and/or financial standing of
the organisation
* To ensure that decision-making is democratic, and everyone can make a full
contribution in meetings; enable the Board to function as a team
* Able to "lead from the front" in terms of demonstrating the highest standards of
integrity at all times. Ensure that Board and Staff aspire to best practice in all areas of
corporate and sport governance

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of effective leadership in an
organisation with multiple stakeholders. They will demonstrate credibility and gravitas to lead
the organisation and represent table tennis at the highest levels. An interest in sport and table
tennis is desirable.

Role Competencies

* Commitment to Table Tennis Wales, its values, goals and ethics
* Can drive and develop high performing boards
Can inspire with confidence and commitment, encouraging all Board members to
contribute to ensure fulfilment of strategic aims
* Understanding of the environment
Understanding the contribution sport makes to society and the funding available to
sports bodies
* Influencing skills
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to develop effective
partnerships and gain commitment
* Understanding of good corporate governance
Has experience of applying sound governance principles to decision-making, systems
and structures.
* Understanding of sports governance
Knowledge of sport-related governance standards and challenges, including important
areas such as safeguarding, anti-doping
* Highly developed communication skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to adapt communication and
messages to a variety of audiences
* Values-based behaviour
Displaying integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
Instils trust and confidence and behaves in a fair and ethical manner toward others
* Strong analytical skills
Ability to analyse and assess information to make effective decisions
* Business skills and experience
Experience of applying business principles. This might be within a corporate business,
membership, not-for-profit or sporting organisation.

Additional information

PLEASE SUBMIT A CV WITH A SUPPORTING LETTER ATTACHED, WHICH SETS OUT HOW YOU MEET THE PERSON SPECIFICATION AND YOUR SUITABILITY FOR THE ROLE


If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role then please contact either Rhian
Pearce, General Manager on:[Removed] or [Email Removed], or Neil O'Connell, Company Secretary on: [Removed] or [Email Removed] or Gareth Edwards, Director Executive Search at Acorn on [Removed] or [Email Removed]

TTW is committed to equality of opportunity and the formation of a balanced, inclusive and
skilled board. TTW positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible
candidates regardless of race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or beliefs.
Closing Date: 5pm, Friday, 27th April 2018

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