Non-Executive Director

Non-Executive Director

Salary:

Location: North West

Mountain Training England (MTE) maintains a Board of seven Directors and is recruiting to replace two of them. The Directors share the responsibility for overseeing the management of the organisation and implementing the strategic objectives of its Members.

Who are we looking for?

Applications are open to anyone who believes they fit the requirements in the person specification:

We would welcome applications from, but not exclusively, the following groups:

• People who have experience of working on/with committees
• Representatives of Member organisations

• People with an interest in the development of the Mountain Training awards

If you are unsure please drop us an email explaining your situation for some advice.

Role Description

The role of the Board of Directors is to set the strategic direction of the organisation, to oversee the implementation of that strategy and to ensure that the organisation is governed to the highest standards.

Directors’ Roles & Responsibilities

• Set the values of MTE with a clear vision and mission statement
• Set the strategy of MTE
• Oversee the work of the management team
• Risk management & monitoring of internal controls
• Finance planning and monitoring
• Policy framework
• Governance

Additional Responsibilities

As well as the above collective duties, you will be expected to use your skills and experience to advise fellow Directors and the Member organisations.

For example, this may involve producing papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues and providing advice and guidance.

Commitments

The Board of Directors of Mountain Training England meets four times a year. There are a further three meetings of Members per year. Meetings are usually held at the offices of the British Mountaineering Council in Manchester. Directors also participate in sub-committees and special project groups such as the Finance sub-committee, the Screening committee and Award Review groups.

Directors serve for a maximum of three years and are re-elected annually at the Annual General Meeting. At the end of the first three-year term of office Directors are eligible for re-election for one further term of three years. From time to time the positions of Treasurer, Vice-Chair and Chair become subject to renewal. Applications are invited and the Members appoint at the Annual General Meeting.

Directors’ Liability

MTE carries insurance for Directors’ liability.

Person Specification

As a member of our seven person Board you will share the responsibility for overseeing the management of the organisation and the implementation of MTE’s strategic objectives.

Desirable Attributes

• Seven principles of public life (Nolan’s): selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
• Sports governance experience
• Strategic vision
• Good, independent judgement
• Ability to think creatively
• Willingness to speak your mind
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of directorship
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team