Summary: The role of Chair for Qualifications Wales involves providing strategic leadership to the Board, ensuring that qualifications offered in Wales meet the needs of learners, employers, and the economy. The Chair will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to develop strategies and ensure compliance with statutory and financial requirements. This position requires a commitment of approximately five days per month and involves travel for face-to-face meetings across Wales. The initial appointment is for three years, with a maximum of six years, and the role is not pensionable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide vision and strategic leadership to the Board.
• Develop effective working relationships with the Chief Executive and Directors.
• Formulate Board strategies and ensure compliance with statutory and financial requirements.
• Represent the Board's views to the public and the Cabinet Secretary for Education.
• Ensure all Board members are fully briefed on their appointment terms and responsibilities.
• Advise Welsh Ministers on the needs of Qualifications Wales during Board appointments.
• Attend annual performance reviews conducted by Welsh Ministers.
• Ensure effective collaboration between the Board and Qualifications Wales Executive Board.
• Work with the Chief Executive to implement appropriate governance arrangements.
• Ensure governance arrangements meet legal responsibilities set by statute.

Key Skills:

• Proven leadership and organizational development experience at Board level or equivalent.
• Strong interest in education and understanding of the education system in Wales.
• Ability to inspire and engage staff and stakeholders with an inclusive approach.
• Exceptional communication skills, including media handling and public engagement.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate, persuade, and influence.
• Experience managing complex relationships at a senior level in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Ability to ensure financial transactions are accounted for transparently and systematically.
• Understanding of the public sector context and commitment to public life principles.
• Demonstrated commitment to equality and diversity principles.

Salary (Rate): 377

City: Newport

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other