Non Executive Director - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Non Executive Director - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are looking for someone with the following experience/knowledge (we are not expecting applicants to have experience in all areas):

1. Delivering strategic outcomes within the private, public, or voluntary sector.
2. ED&I experience at both operational and strategic levels.
3. Utilising an inclusive and independent mindset to check and challenge ED&I strategic success.
4. Lived experience across one or more under-represented communities, with an ability to represent those communities, and others, to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
5. Experience in non-executive roles.
6. An understanding about the impact sport has on young people & society.
7. Passionate about making a difference to local young people and a local business.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the EDI staff development group.
2. Support the EDI group to write an ED&I policy and development plan.
3. Provide ideas on how to raise the profile and importance of ED&I within Spark Active.
4. Help us engage with underrepresented groups.

Experience of working on a board, committee, or governing body along with the ability to forge strong partnerships/relationships would be beneficial. All applicants must be willing and able to travel to Boldmere (Sutton Coldfield) for board meetings.

We are looking for the following commitment from newly appointed Directors:

1. Meet a minimum of 3 times a year for board meetings (once a term). Most Board Meetings will be after 5pm-7pm. If holiday periods are suitable for board members, meetings may take place during the day.
2. Ability to offer additional support to the Chief Executive Officer (networking, business development, marketing, growth, and VIP events).
3. Attend additional subgroup meetings - the EDI Director will be expected to lead the inclusion & diversity group.
4. This is a voluntary position, but reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
5. Agree to an enhanced DBS check if appropriate.

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