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ASC seeks two Board Trustees (two separate roles) who can help the charity extend its ambition and impact, hold it to account, and who will champion its cause. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of Trustees at the heart of a growing, global organisation. ASC are keen to add experience of the NGO or industry environment to the board on this occasion and are seeking two trustees with different experience backgrounds: Trustee Role 1 ASC are seeking a trustee who has experience of working in environmentally or socially focused NGOs, who might bring particular experience of aquaculture, agriculture, improver programmes and demonstrating impact, however ASC are also interested in hearing from those who have experience in the third or civic sector more broadly. Trustee Role 2 ASC are seeking to appoint an individual with experience in business relevant to our sector, particularly in brand, marketing, and retail. ——— Trustees are expected to attend all Board meetings of which there are four a year, two in person and two virtual, and prepare for meetings by reading the papers in advance. Trustees should expect to be asked to join one of the Board’s committees and participate in some project work outside formal meetings. Trustee Duties The duties of an ASC Trustee are to: Ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on delivering these, Ensure that the ASC complies with its governing document, charity law, company law, and any other relevant legislation or regulation, Ensure that the ASC pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, Ensure that the ASC applies its resources strategically in the pursuit of its objects, Contribute effectively to the Board of Trustees by giving clear strategic direction to the ASC, setting the direction of overall policy, and ensuring appropriate processes are in place to ensure policy is effectively developed, defining goals and targets, and evaluating performance against agreed targets, Safeguard the assets of the ASC – human, financial and reputational. Responsibilities Each ASC Trustee must have: A commitment to the vision of the ASC – a world in which aquaculture plays a major role in supplying food and social benefits for humanity while minimising negative impacts on the environment, Experience at a senior leadership level in a commercial, not for profit, or public sector environment, A willingness and ability to devote time, enthusiasm, and effort to the role, • Good, independent judgement, Integrity and the ability to identify and manage any conflicts of interest that may arise, An ability to contribute to complex decision making, weighing up different kinds of evidence and stakeholder input in taking decisions, Ability to question intelligently, think strategically, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and bring independence of thought, Ability to listen sensitively to the views of others, inside and outside the Board, and to work well with diverse people and perspectives, be a team player and gain the trust and respect of other Board and senior management team members, An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship, Demonstrable experience of building and sustaining relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives, A commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive Board and organisation, Good communication skills in English. Responsibilities/Duties Attend Board meetings, Attend intersessional meetings and requests for feedback or approval, Accept membership of a Board committee(s) and participate accordingly, Contribute to agenda planning for Board meetings, Contribute to the annual assessment of the Board and of its Chair, Vice Chair, Contribute to the Board’s feedback on the annual targets and appraisal of the CEO.Requirements
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Post Date: 7/11/2025 10:17:23 AM
Closing Date: 8/10/2025 12:00:00 AM
