Be a Deputy Chair Volunteer

The Deputy Chairs stand in for the Chair when required and can help with decisions between meetings.  Sometimes the Deputy Chairs can help with the organisational side of meetings and may also have responsibility for specific functions.  The Deputy Chairs can also represent the charity at events and external meetings.

Tasks can include:

•  Acting as a figurehead of the organisation and setting its strategic direction

• Representing the organisation publicly and speaking on its behalf

• Taking an overview of the organisation and its work

• Ensuring the governing document and policies are complied with

• Authorising action to be taken between meetings of the full Governing Body

• Ensuring the effective working of the Governing Body

• Leading and managing Governing Body and general meetings

• Preparing the agenda for meetings (usually with the secretary) and disseminating necessary advance information

• Working with, supervising and supporting the Chief Executive Officer

• Acting as a channel of communication between the trustees and staff

• Signing legal documents

• Supporting and encouraging other Governing Body members and staff

• Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan

• Acting as a signatory on cheques, contracts and applications for funds

• To ensure a duty of care for all members is maintained

• To have a working knowledge of Halliwick Association of Swimming Therapy and its role

• To attend club activities regularly

• To communicate with Trustees and members

Skills required for this role: 

• Good communicator

• Competent IT skills

• Good listening and problem-solving skills

• Understanding of Governance in Charitable organisations

Time commitment: A suggested time commitment is around 4 hours per week, Monday – Friday, days and hours are negotiable with the organisation.
Expenses reimbursed: Travel expenses are reimbursed.
Training: Induction and training is provided.
Selection procedures: An informal discussion, application form completion, 2 references and a disclosure and barring check (cost met by organisation).
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact us using the form below.