EIL Intercultural Learning (EIL/AFS Ireland) is an Irish not-for‑profit educational charity focused on intercultural learning opportunities for students and adults, operating under Irish charity law with a complex governance structure.
Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled board member with legal expertise in Irish charity law, governance, employment law, risk, compliance, safeguarding or corporate governance to support the continued development of our educational charity.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the strategic direction and governance of the organisation as a Board member and charity trustee.
Provide legal and governance insight to support Board decision‑making.
Assist the Board in ensuring compliance with charity law, company law, safeguarding obligations and regulatory requirements.
Promote best practice in transparency, accountability, and ethical governance.
Act in the best interests of the charity and uphold its mission, vision and values.
Skills and Experience Required
Legal expertise: currently practicing as a solicitor or senior legal counsel.
Governance and compliance leadership: strong knowledge of non‑profit or corporate governance.
Experience in charity law, governance, employment law, compliance, litigation risk, contracts or corporate governance.
Understanding of the governance responsibilities of charity trustees and CLG directors in Ireland.
Ability to bring practical, solutions‑focused legal judgment to a complex organisation.
Charities Regulator’s General Duties of a Charity Board Member
Comply with the charity’s governing document.
Ensure the charity is complying with its charitable purpose for the public benefit.
Act in the best interest of the charity.
Act with reasonable care and skill.
Manage the assets of your charity.
Board Meetings
The board meets 6 to 8 times per year. Three meetings are held online between 19.00 and 21.00, and three are in person at our Cork office, usually between 11.00 and 15.00. The first meeting of the year is a full day in person.
Board Committees
The successful candidate will be part of the HR & Governance committee. The organisation also has an Audit & Risk committee.
Compensation
This is a voluntary role and is not remunerated.
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