Call for Nominations Independent Chair
A unique and exciting opportunity exists for a relevantly qualified and experienced individual to become the inaugural Independent Board Chair of the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability (ASAPD).
Background
The Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability (ASAPD) is a representative alliance between National Sporting Organisations for People with a Disability (NSODs), designed to collaborate, advocate, and facilitate inclusive sport and physical activity for people with a disability, impairment, or limitation.
Primary Purpose of the Board
- To govern the ASAPD in Australia
- To develop the strategic direction of ASAPD in
- Australia and to guide the implementation of the strategic plan
- To review and report on the financial and operational performance of the ASAPD
The role of the Chair
The Independent Chair Position Description – Board Chair – ASAPD.docx is responsible for leadership of the ASAPD Board, including:
- Guiding the development and delivery of the Strategic Plan
- Facilitating and ensuring sound decision-making processes for the board
- Setting goals and objectives for the board and ensuring that they are met
- Oversee and manage director conduct, ensuring alignment with organisational codes of conduct
- Leading strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders including member organisations, government, and sporting organisations
- Overseeing and facilitating board, committee and board member evaluation reviews and succession planning
- Guiding the development of appropriate policies to define the parameters within which the organisation should operate
- Facilitating board meetings, ensuring agendas are adhered to, and creating a culture of respect, trust, and openness
- Fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity
To be considered independent, the Chair must not have any interest, position, association, or relationship that might influence their judgement on issues before the ASAPD Board.
How to Apply
Persons interested in the role are invited to click the apply now button, providing:
Nominee Application Form Independent Chair Nomination Form – ASAPD.docx
Nominee Cover Letter (max one page) and CV. Applications to be forwarded to admin@asapd.org
Applications close – 5pm EDST January 15, 2022
Further information – email sportsgovernance@ausport.gov.au with the subject line ‘ASAPD Independent Chair enquiry’
