Chair Trustee

Palace for Life Foundation

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Key Responsibilities Leadership and Governance Lead the Board in setting the Foundation’s strategic direction and ensuring effective governance, working in close partnership with the management team. Act as a link between the Board and the management team, particularly at Chief Executive level. Act as a conduit between the Foundation and CPFC, maintaining a strong relationship between the two. Ensure the Board fulfills its duties to provide sound financial oversight and manage risks. Chair Board meetings, ensuring they are productive and efficient. Promote a culture of openness, transparency, and constructive challenge within the Board. Provide oversight and guidance to the Chief Executive, including facilitating their professional development. Engage with staff members across the Foundation periodically to understand their needs, challenges, and contributions, fostering a culture of open communication and collaboration. Promote an effective safeguarding culture, supporting the trustees in developing their individual and collective understanding of safeguarding, as well as having an awareness of safeguarding arrangements across the organisation. Ensure active participation and engagement from all Board members, and oversee the process for trustees' induction, succession planning, and exit, maintaining a robust and dynamic Board. Essential Criteria Passion for Crystal Palace F.C.: A strong affinity with CPFC and a passion for its role in the community. Community Insight: An understanding of the South London community and the challenges faced by young people, particularly in areas of deprivation. Strategic Leadership: Proven experience in a leadership role, with a track record of effective governance. Partnership Building: Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including statutory and voluntary organisations. EDI: Demonstrable experience in championing and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in a leadership capacity. Political Acumen: Understanding of the political landscape and the ability to navigate it to benefit the Foundation’s mission. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of representing the Foundation to various audiences.

1 or 2 days per month

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Josie Carter

SE25 6PU

SE25 6PU

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