Independent Board Directors
Posted: November 2012
Closing date: 7th December 2012
Independent Board Directors
The Exercise Movement and Dance Partnership (EMDP) is seeking independent directors
for its Board. These would be voluntary positions with the remit to help form and influence
the strategic direction of the organisation in the Sport England 2013-17 funding cycle and
beyond.
About EMDP
EMDP is the Sport England funded umbrella governing body for exercise, movement and
dance in a sport and physical activity context. It was founded in 2006 with support from
Sport England and three founder partners – the Keep Fit Association, the Fitness League
and the Medau Society.
EMDP's vision is ‘’More people enjoying lifelong good health & wellbeing through exercise,
movement & dance’’. Its mission is to increase the participation levels and quality of delivery
of EMD by working in Partnership at all levels.
The key area of focus in the upcoming 2013 – 2017 funding cycle is exercise, movement
and dance in a sport and physical activity context mainly for women and girls from the age of
14 delivered through EMDP’s three strategic and operational pillars of;
1) Acting as the umbrella governing body for exercise, movement and dance (EMD) in a
sport and physical activity context
2) Providing administrative functions and support for affiliate teachers and
organisations.
3) Providing training in EMD.
The Board
EMDP is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. The company has been incorporated
since 2006. The EMDP Board is made up of two nominees from each of its founder partners
and four appointed independent directors (including the Chair).
The Board meets four times each year, normally on a Friday; in London from 11.00 am until
3.00 pm. Meetings are usually held at the offices of the Sport and Recreational Alliance
offices in London. The Board has three sub-committees that normally meet quarterly: the
Management Committee, the Finance Committee and the Marketing and Development
Committee. Board directors, particularly Independent directors are encouraged to join at
least one subcommittee.
The Role
Directors can serve up to two four-year terms. It is anticipated that the time commitment is
one to two days per month after the induction period. This includes attendance at up to four
Board meetings and membership and participation in at least one of the Board Committees..
Expenses will be paid in accordance with EMDP’s expense policy.
The duties of a director are:
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To ensure that EMDP complies with its Articles of Association, company law and any
other relevant legislation or regulations.
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To ensure that EMDP pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association.
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To ensure EMDP applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects.
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To contribute actively to the role of the Board in giving firm strategic direction to the
organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating
performance against agreed targets.
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To safeguard the good name and values of EMDP.
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To ensure the effective and efficient administration of EMDP.
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To ensure the financial stability of EMDP.
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To protect and manage the property of EMDP and to ensure the proper investment of
its funds.
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To appoint the chief executive officer(s) and monitor their performance.
In addition to the above statutory duties, each director should use any specific skills,
knowledge or experience they have to help the Board reach sound decisions. This may
involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing
advice and guidance on new initiatives or on other issues in which the Director has special
expertise.
Key Competencies
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A high level of objectivity and independent judgment
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A high level of integrity and probity
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Ability to think and act strategically
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An understanding of financial management
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An ability to work in partnership
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A commitment to equity and equal opportunities
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Experience as director of a company
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Ability to communicate concisely and effectively
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An enthusiasm for exercise, movement and dance
Skills and Experience
As a growing sports governing body with a need to deliver our whole sports plan and
generate increased commercial income to supplement grant income, EMDP is seeking
directors with experience in one or more of the following:
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Sector knowledge
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IT and social networking
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The Generation of commercial sponsorship and revenue streams
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Financial experience in not-for-profit organisations
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Partnership building
How to apply
Please submit a CV and letter of application to daran@emdp.org
For an informal discussion on the post of EMDP director, please contact Innes Milne (Chair)
on 07785 114143 or Daran Bennett (Chief Executive) on 07767 848448.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 7th December 2012.