Board of Directors Criteria and Core Competencies
1. Governance
- 1.1. Demonstrates an understanding of the distinction between governance and management and acts appropriately in a governance role.
- 1.2. Shows a good appreciation of the Society’s mission and strategic plan, able to evaluate and provide insight into strategic direction.
- 1.3. Contributes to the achievement of the HTAi’s objectives by effectively applying knowledge, experience and expertise to the issues confronting the Society.
- 1.4. Provides insights into Board effectiveness and identifies opportunities to enhance Board application of governance models and frameworks.
2. Knowledge and Judgment
- 2.1. Demonstrates adequate knowledge of the HTA to understand and question the assumptions upon which the Society’s business plans are based.
- 2.2. Demonstrates sufficient knowledge of financial matters to judge financial indicators of the Society’s performance.
- 2.3. Appropriately questions data and information presented to the Board for its deliberations.
- 2.4. Demonstrates an ability to identify the costs, benefits, and risk implications of Board decisions.
3. Participation, Preparation, and Availability
- 3.1. Evidences diligent preparation for meetings (is prepared, knows material and actively participates).
- 3.2. Arrives on time, is attentive and present for the duration of all meetings.
- 3.3. Available when needed, accessible and approachable.
- 3.4. Accepts and volunteers for tasks and related work that furthers the strategic direction of the Society.
- 3.5. Chairs at least one of the Board advisory Committee.
- 3.6. Serves at least on two Board advisory Committees.
4. Communication
- 4.1. Respects the confidentiality of the Society’s business information and the deliberations of the Board.
- 4.2. Contributes meaningfully and knowledgeably to Board discussions, providing valuable input and advice to management.
- 4.3. Expresses views frankly and openly in Board meetings.
- 4.4. Listens to, respects, and encourages the expression of opinions by other Board members.
5. Teamwork
- 5.1. Demonstrates a high standard of personal values and ethics and expects ethical behaviour by members of the Society.
- 5.2. Interacts well with other Board members, Secretariat, and membership as appropriate.
- 5.3. Shows sensitivity to complex relationships that exist among various stakeholders of the Society: Policy Fora, Interest groups, partners, and sponsors.
- 5.4. Understands the importance of solidarity in Board decisions, even though the Director may not agree with the decision taken.
6. Overall Board Performance
- 6.1. Makes a positive contribution to the long-term viability of the Society and the succession of the Board.
- 6.2. Demonstrates an ability to assist the Board in meeting the strategic objectives of the Society.
- 6.3. Contributes to consensus-building and decision-making by consensus.
- 6.4. Shows an understanding of and willingness to respond to members’ needs.
- 6.5. Contributes to the overall effectiveness of the mission and preferred future of the Society.