Board member role profile
We're looking for committed individuals to join ITI's Board and help shape the future of the translation and interpreting profession. We welcome applications from people who share our vision and want to make a meaningful contribution to our mission.
Purpose of role
To work with fellow Board members to set ITI's strategic vision and objectives in line with our mission and regulatory requirements, through good governance and effective strategic planning.
Key relationships
To maintain collaborative relationships with other Board members, the Chief Executive, staff team members, and external advisers and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
Leadership
To provide organisational leadership alongside fellow directors, helping to shape ITI's vision and mission and ensuring that our obligations to stakeholders and members are reflected in our strategy and policies.
Governance
To ensure that ITI meets its legal and financial responsibilities, including managing risk, and to support good practice in all governance matters.
Strategy
To contribute to setting strategic aims and priorities, both short and long-term, that will achieve ITI's desired outcomes.
To help identify current and future opportunities and threats, and contribute to developing responses to address these.
Board effectiveness
To help ensure the Board operates efficiently and effectively through appropriate delegation and internal controls.
Operational performance
To monitor and assess operational performance against agreed targets and budgets, ensuring ITI is managed efficiently and effectively.
To consider stakeholder and member feedback and learn from comparable organisations to support continuous improvement.
What we're looking for
Personal qualities
A genuine commitment to ITI's vision, mission and values, demonstrated through your engagement and behaviour.
Sector knowledge
A good understanding of the translation and interpreting profession, with the ability to apply your knowledge and experience to support ITI's development and member services.
Self-management
The ability to manage your time effectively, including preparing thoroughly for Board meetings and completing any agreed tasks.
Leadership
A collaborative approach to leadership, supporting fellow directors and the staff team to achieve our strategic priorities and objectives.
Strategic thinking
An ability to see the bigger picture and understand the external environment we operate in. You should be able to consider the short, medium and long-term implications of opportunities and challenges, and contribute ideas on how ITI can respond proactively to evolving needs.
Working collaboratively
A team player who works well with others toward shared goals, demonstrating respect for different perspectives and helping everyone contribute meaningfully.
Decision-making
The ability to engage with operational information and contribute effectively to Board discussions, asking constructive questions while respecting different viewpoints and ITI's decision-making processes.
Networking and advocacy
Willingness to use your connections and communication skills to promote ITI's mission, act as an advocate for the profession, and support the professional development of others in the ITI community.
Information about the practical details of being a Board member, such as the time commitment and remuneration, can be found on the Board nominations and elections FAQs webpage.
We provide comprehensive induction and ongoing support to all directors.