EACC Chair
Job Role: EACC Chair
Remuneration: Reasonable expenses
Role type: Voluntary / Part-Time
Could you help us navigate uncharted waters of public policy?
Policy and regulation have become increasingly unpredictable. The challenge of keeping ahead of change is great, and success is dependent upon the capacity to look long and wide.
The RYA is seeking a new Chair for its committee responsible for public policy. Whoever fills this important voluntary role must be able to bring out the best from the talented members of the committee.
We need someone who has:
- Expertise in domestic and international strategy, media relations, policy development, regulation, lobbying, government consultation and governance
- Experience of working within a complex, multi stakeholder environment and political context including an understanding of membership organisations and the voluntary sector
- Sound understanding of sustainable business practice and strong commitment to promoting and embedding diversity and inclusion
We need someone who can:
- Bring out the best in a high-calibre group of expert volunteers and staff
- Encourage diversity within the committee
- Help guide decisions on when and how to intervene in public policy decisions
- Foster positive relationships with colleagues and with external partners
The EACC is a Policy Committee of the RYA Board. The committee supports the purposes of the RYA by providing strategic oversight and key decision making in the context of the RYA’s domestic and international external relations and public policy positions and engagement.
The EACC is constituted of voluntary members with a broad range of expertise enabling it to provide critical leadership, support and challenge to the RYA in navigating the complexities arising from a changing and increasingly unpredictable external affairs and policy landscape.
The EACC meets up to four times annually. Members are also involved in projects, engagement and mentoring opportunities outside of formal Committee meetings.
Please see the accompanying documents for a full description and Terms of Reference.
To apply:
- Please complete this volunteer interest form
- Selected candidates will be invited to a formal interview (in person or online)
- A recommendation is then made to the RYA Board for ratification
- Outcomes are confirmed in writing to all candidates
Closing date for applications: 30 March 2025
Interviews: 04 April 2025
The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity.
As an equal opportunity and disability confident employer, we celebrate and welcome diversity in all its forms and believe that a diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity, and creativity.
We are dedicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidates who are currently underrepresented at the RYA.
