The National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) is seeking a new Independent Coordinating Group Chair. 

The NWSF is a UK-focused, voluntary network, working together in order to reduce water-related deaths and associated harm. It was established in 2004 following a Government review into water safety to bring together a number of pre-existing national groups with the ambition of creating a ‘one-stop shop’ for the prevention of drowning and water safety harm in the UK.

The forum is hosted by RoSPA and directed by a Coordinating Group, which is comprised of representatives from NWSF Advisory Groups along with specific members representing the following organisations: RNLI, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, National Fire Chiefs Council, RoSPA, RLSS UK, Water Safety Scotland and Water Safety Wales.

The purpose of the NWSF chair is to provide leadership and promote consensus in order to ensure that the NWSF’s objectives are achieved in line with its governance.
 

Key responsibilities:

• Act as a spokesperson and figurehead as appropriate

• Plan and prepare for the Coordinating Group meetings

• Chair the Coordinating Group meetings whilst providing sufficient consideration of issues

• Implement decisions and ensure tasks are clearly assigned and monitored

• Promote consensus among members

• Represent the NWSF to the RoSPA Board of Trustees

• Ensure Governance is followed by members and Advisory Groups.
   

For more information on the role and how to apply, view the Information pack and role descriptions.