OF THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
LIAISE WITH THE CONTRACT MANAGER Whilst the Board has responsibility as the employer of the Contract Manager (CM), the Board is usually represented through the Chair in managing the working relationship with the Contract Manager – in effect acting as Line Manager. This responsibility may include appropriate delegation to other Directors. In coordination with the Contract Manager, the Chair will ensure that the most relevant and robust performance management information is available to inform discussions and strategic decisions at both Board and operational levels. The Chair will ensure that the Board fulfils its duties in relation to the sound financial health of SBSP Ltd and maintains comprehensive systems that support robust financial accountability. DEVELOP AND ENCOURAGE BOARD MEMBERS Taking the lead in inducting, coaching and developing individual Board members, with a view to enhancing the Board’s overall effectiveness as a team and assisting with succession planning. With the Directors and key funding partners, committed to reviewing the board make-up and governance arrangements so that they are most effective. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT Ensuring that peer and self-assessments of performance are undertaken regularly for all members of the Board, including the Chair. The Chair may delegate aspects of his or her authority but remains accountable for the action of the delegate. PROMOTE EQUITY AND EQUALITY To enable equity in practice and strive for equality across the organisation. REPRESENT SWANSEA BAY SPORTS PARK To represent Swansea Bay Sports Park Limited (including its integrated key facilities such as the Wales National Pool Swansea) on external bodies and at external events, where appropriate. Act as an ambassador for Swansea Bay Sports Park and its placement within the region. To support communication and engagement initiatives on behalf of Swansea Bay Sports Park including media activity.
MANAGE BOARD MEETINGS To Chair and manage Board meetings throughout the year in compliance with the Articles. Set the board agenda, in conjunction with Directors and employees. Ensure that the Board members receive accurate, timely and clear information. Ensure that Board decisions are executed efficiently and effectively. To provide an independent approach to SBSP decisions. STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE To subscribe to, uphold and champion the Nolan Principles – Seven Principles of Public Life ( see Appendix ). To lead the Board and staff in defining the strategic direction and priorities, and ensure there are appropriate resources available to deliver. To enable the Board to monitor and review risk associated with delivering the business plan and understand the likely impact on business, whilst at all times maintaining a high standard of governance. To take responsibility for the implementation of a Board Development plan to ensure continued effectiveness and representativeness of the overall Board. Monitoring the implementation of the annual business plans, major contracts and aligned objectives. Manage and maintain robust frameworks to identify, record and manage conflicts of interest transparently. To lead the Board and business through business transformation, informing and understanding the wider strategy of Swansea Bay Sports Park and the Partners.
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