Partnerships Director

It is important that ISPAH works in partnership with other (funding and non-funding) individuals and organisations to maximise efficiency and effectiveness in achieving its Vision, Mission and Goals through its professional activities. With this in mind, ISPAH is looking to appoint a new Board Member to lead its partnership portfolio.  

Roles: 

• Act as point of contact for external organisations wishing to partner with ISPAH  
• Maintain regular contact with ISPAH Partners (currently ProPASS and AHKGA) 
• Develop a clear and transparent process for obtaining ISPAH partnership status  
• Work closely with the governance lead to identify potential conflicts of interest  

• Liaise with the ISPAH Executive Committee to establish the types and levels of partnerships that ISPAH should engage in to meet its vision, mission, and goals.  
• Proactively approach relevant potential partners on behalf of the ISPAH Board   
• Prepare, negotiate, and finalise partnership agreements   
• Liaise with the IT Systems Director and the Chair of the Communications Committee regarding the promotion of ISPAH’s partnerships via its communication channels  
• Manage existing partnership agreements including timely review and amendments (where required)   

Requirements: 

• Senior figure in the field of physical activity and health   
• Experience collaborating with a broad portfolio of external partners (e.g., across academia, policy, practice)  
• Strategic thinker and negotiator