We are seeking an individual to lead our board who has a passion and a strong commitment to the vision, mission, and aims of The Robertson Trust.
We are always looking to increase the diversity around our Board table and are keen to hear from people who bring their own distinct perspectives from different cultural or ethnic backgrounds and life experiences that will enrich our Board discussions and decision making.
The personal qualities of the Chair of the Board
- Commitment to the Trust’s Mission to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland and a belief it can be delivered as expressed in a consistent focus upon solution-building, using all of the Trust’s resources.
- Commitment to the Trust’s Values of Ambition, Integrity, Connection and Equity [new Value proposed in March 2024] and cross-cutting EDPR (Equity, Diversity, Participation and Rights), and Climate objectives.
- An open, inclusive, and authentic approach to engagement and communication which builds trust and credibility with the Board, Executive Team, Edrington and external stakeholders in different sectors.
- Highly developed capacity for reflection, learning and exercising decision-making skills consistent with evidence on the Trust’s position and potential.
Our new Chair will also embody the personal qualities that we expect from all our Board Members.
Personal Qualities of Board Members:
- Strategic vision (i.e. seeing the bigger picture and making links and connections to spot opportunities or avoid problems) to help us deliver on our objectives;
- A demonstrable commitment to EDPR (Equity, Diversity, Participation and Rights);
- Creativity to consider and apply different approaches to challenges the Trust may face;
- Confidence in your in your ability to make clear decisions and a willingness to speak out and deal positively with challenges by being constructive, collaborative and resilient;
- Strong communications skills: to engage effectively with staff and diverse stakeholders;
- Good listening skills, open to others’ views and welcomes feedback on own contribution.