Board of Directors Chairperson

Job Title: Board of Directors Chairperson
Department: Governance
Position Type: Part-time
Campus: North and Lakeshore

Position Overview
Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the Chair’s principal responsibility is to facilitate HSF Board of Directors meetings and provide leadership to Board members. This is a NON-VOTING position and the incumbent must apply the Robert’s Rules of Order to ensure professional and productive meetings.

Responsibilities
1. Meetings:

• Develop meeting agendas with the Executive Director
• Preside over all Board meetings and Bi-Annual General meetings
• Guide and mediate Board actions with respect to organizational priorities and governance concerns
• Chair meetings according to accepted rules of order and drive Board discussion toward consensus

2. Board Performance:

• Ensure all Board members are aware of and fulfill their governance responsibilities as outlined in their job description
• Ensure the Board complies with HSF constitution and policies
• Ensure Board members are held accountable for their performance and representation
• Ensure the Board conducts its business effectively and efficiently

3. Administrative

• Prepare a short end-of-term report reflecting on the past year, offering suggestions for improvement

Minimum Requirements

• Flexible and accessible for all Board meetings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be observant and informed of the HSF policy procedures and constitution
• Previous HSF or BOD experience an asset
• Knowledge of Robert’s Rules also an asset

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mediation skills
• Organizational skills
• Time Management skills
• Decision making ability

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