Were offering a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of Northern Irelands most iconic sporting events. Belfast City Marathon Ltd is currently seeking applications for the next Chair of the Board of Directors . As Chair, youll play a pivotal leadership role helping shape the future of athletics across the region, overseeing the continued growth of our marathon events, and contributing to the broader sporting community in Northern Ireland. The Chair will be appointed for an initial term of four years, renewable for a further term of four years, subject to performance and board approval. The Chair ensures the board has a clear vision, strategy, and culture, and holds the chief executive and senior management team accountable for delivering the organisations objectives. The Chair also represents Belfast City Marathon at various functions, meetings, and media events, and consults with key stakeholders and partners. An effective Chair will provide leadership to the board, enabling them to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. The Chair will play an integral role in ensuring that appropriate decisions are correctly made, including developing the organisations aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document and legal and regulatory guidelines. The Chair will work in partnership with the chief executive to ensure that board decisions are acted upon and the organisation is managed effectively. They will understand the difference between the role the board plays in governance, developing and agreeing the strategic direction of the organisation and that of the chief executive and senior management team in applying that strategy to the day- to-day operations.