We are seeking to recruit two Lay Directors to join our Governing Board to replace the directors that are standing down at the AGM in September.
We are looking for candidates with previous board experience and strong diplomacy and listening skills. The successful applicants will also have a keen interest in acupuncture and a passion for promoting it as a valid healthcare choice.
Person specification and skills:
- clear, strategic thinker
- good, independent judgement
- ability to think creatively
- maintenance of confidentiality and duties under the GDPR and data protection legislation
- ability to demonstrate integrity, objectivity, accountability and openness
- willingness to speak their mind and be prepared to make unpopular recommendations to the Governing Board
- strong diplomacy and listening skills
- understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a director
- director-level experience
- ability to work effectively in a team and accept collective responsibility for decisions taken
- commitment to the BAcC and its objectives
- willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the BAcC, with a focus on your area of expertise
Additionally, we are seeking individuals with one or more of the following:
- senior level experience in licensing
- links with government especially the health sector
- experience in membership services
- experience of designing and working with an effective strategic risk management
- experience in public relations
Commitment:
- four Governing Board meetings per year
- up to two additional away days
- ad-hoc interim meetings by agreement
- committee participation by agreement
For further information on the role, please see the candidate pack.
In order to apply, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the person specification to support@peoplesmarthr.co.uk by 10am, Wednesday, 21 August 2024,
Online interviews will take place on Monday, 2 September 2024.
The BAcC reserves the right to close applications early depending on volume of applications.
British Acupuncture Council
August 2024
