We are currently seeking a Board Director with experience in some of the following:
* Ensuring compliance with the Charity Regulator's Governance Code.
* Ensuring Teach Tearmainn is complying with its charitable purpose for the public benefit.
* Developing and monitoring effective risk management strategies for Teach Tearmainn.
* Developing and monitoring internal systems that are transparent and accountable to stakeholders.
* Providing general expertise on all matters relating to corporate governance and law.
* Knowledge & understanding of the Domestic Violence/not-for-profit sector.
* A strong commitment to improving the lives of women and children impacted by domestic abuse.
Essential Experience, Skills and Personal Qualities:
* Minimum five years’ professional experience in a legal expertise role, e.g., a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister.
* Strong business acumen and the ability to understand complex corporate governance issues and risk quickly.
* Previous experience in change management processes, guiding organisational change including planning, implementing, and solidifying changes in an organisation.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Experience of membership of a Board of Directors is preferred.
* Ability to provide input to the strategic direction of the organisation and contribute with insight, oversight, and experience of strategy formulation in the sector.
Charities Regulator’s General Duties of a Charity Trustee:
* Comply with the charity’s governing document.
* Ensure the charity is complying with its charitable purpose for the public benefit.
* Act in the best interest of the charity.
* Act with reasonable care and skill.
* Manage the assets of your charity.
Board Meetings:
Board meetings are scheduled annually and take place approximately every 6 weeks. These meetings usually take place in person in Naas or Kildare Town. Board Sub-Committee meetings are also usually held online.
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