Non-Executive Director - Board

Travalyst appointed its first official Board of Directors in March 2023 to support delivery of its ambitious mission of changing the impact of travel, for good.

We are now seeking to expand and further strengthen the Board through the appointment of up to four new Board Directors over the next twelve months.

We encourage applications to be made by 31 March 2026 wherever possible. Applications will be reviewed sequentially.

As a Board Director you will share collective responsibility for the governance and long-term success of Travalyst. You will help shape strategy, oversee performance and risk, and ensure the organisation operates with integrity, independence and accountability.

This role requires a deep commitment to the mission of making travel more sustainable, sound judgement, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in governance and strategic oversight. Previous board experience is desirable but not essential. In addition, candidates must not hold commitments or interests that would materially impair their independence or ability to act solely in the best interests of Travalyst.

• Provide collective governance and strategic oversight, ensuring the organisation delivers its mission, remains financially sustainable, and operates ethically and in accordance with its purpose and legal, regulatory and best-practice expectations.

• Shape and steward organisational strategy, working with the Chair, CEO and Board to set direction, monitor performance, and respond effectively to risk, opportunity and external change.

• Discharge statutory duties as a UK Company Director, including acting within powers, exercising independent judgement, promoting the success of the Company, applying appropriate care and diligence, and managing conflicts of interest transparently.

• Oversee financial health and assurance, including approval of budgets, scrutiny of financial performance, and ensuring robust systems of control, risk management and accountability.

• Hold the executive to account while offering constructive support, acting as both a critical friend and trusted adviser to the CEO and leadership team.

• Lead, where appropriate, an occasional Board Committee or working group on a subject of strategic importance, collaborating with the Travalyst management team to ensure effective oversight, alignment and delivery.

• Act as an ambassador for Travalyst, representing the organisation positively and responsibly with partners, funders and stakeholders, and protecting its credibility and independence.

• Contribute relevant expertise and perspective to Board discussions (e.g. sustainability, travel and tourism, finance, legal and governance, technology, advocacy, community well-being or fundraising), while prioritising the collective interests of the organisation.

• Support Travalyst’s impact, sustainability and equity ambitions, including oversight of theory of change, impact measurement and the embedding of equity, diversity and inclusion in strategy and governance.

• Participate fully in Board business, including regular attendance, thorough preparation, informed debate, and sound decision-making based on evidence and good judgement.

• Handle information responsibly and uphold collective responsibility, maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion during and beyond the term of appointment, except where doing so would be unlawful or unethical.

• Engage in induction and ongoing development, contributing to continuous improvement in Board effectiveness.

• Support and/or lead fundraising and external engagement where appropriate, ethically leveraging networks and contributing to a strong culture of philanthropy and partner engagement aligned with Travalyst’s mission and values.

We are seeking Board Directors who bring:

• Extensive experience in a senior leadership or Board level role within complex multi-stakeholder organisations in Travel, Technology and/or Sustainability.

• Proven track record in setting strategic direction and business oversight, with good decision-making abilities and strong facilitation skills.

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