Leitrim Association of People With Disabilities are glad to announce that we have a Board of Director Vacancy
Role: This is a very rewarding role as you are involved in making a significant difference to the lives of people with disabilities in County Leitrim. This role is voluntary [expenses will be covered?] and of a 3 year duration?
Director responsibilities
- Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis (typically board meetings are every 8 weeks
- Attend and participate in any special events as require
- Participate in sub committees as agreed
- Help communicate and promote LAPWD to the wider community
- Provide advice and support to the LAPWD Manager, either by telephone, email or in person, if required
- Become familiar with the finances, budget and financial / resource need of LAPWD
- Understand the policies and procedures of LAPWD
- Take leadership on particular area(s) as required
- Assist with the running of the Board in accordance with the rules of Good Governance
Person Specification
- Knowledge of the Community and Voluntary Sector
- Understanding of the running of a Voluntary organisation with special emphasis on Governance, Financial planning and organisational development
- A particular interest in Disability matters and the promotion of same
- Ability to work in a small team and a willingness to state personal convictions
- The ability to accept a majority decision and be tolerant of the views of other people
- A willingness to deal openly with staff and colleague Board Members whatever the issue
- Be prepared to offer personal and business skills and experience to support the work of staff when required
- A willingness to act as a champion for the organisation
- The ability to treat sensitive information confidentially
- Observe good practice for open and consistent communication
- Commitment to attend meetings every 8 weeks, be part of subcommittees as agreed and attend other events as required
For further information
If this role is of interest to you please email rosaleen@lapwd.ie or call Rosaleen at 071 9651000
A full induction will be given and the successful person would have to become an LAPWD member and approved by the Board of Directors.
