Purpose and Objectives

To represent the MSC membership at Board level and enable Millwall FC to build and sustain the closest possible relationship with its current fan base.

To enable the views, interest and aspirations of the fan base to be taken into the fullest possible account whilst providing a stronger foundation for growth of the fan base, both in the local community and across the adjacent region.

Role Description

Non executive Board member of Millwall FC with full access to all relevant information and shared accountability for Board decisions. Particular responsibilities for effective two way communication between MFC and MSC members including rational articulation of the views, interests and aspirations.

To enable much greater utilisation by MFC of relevant key skills, knowledge and ideas offered by MSC members. To act as an ambassador for MFC in relation to the media, local communities and their political representatives. To liaise fully with the MSC committee including regular attendance of their monthly meetings.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

A long term, forward looking fan who understands the history and spirit of Millwall Football Club who is able to recognise through personal experience, the ongoing issues faced by members at both home and away fixtures. To recognise and honour boardroom confidentiality, aware of business management, PR, marketing and media relations with boardroom experience being advantageous.

Qualities

A fit and proper person within the Companies Act who is able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders. The successful candidate must appreciate that significant media interest may be generated by their appointment, an unblemished history and character would is therefore an essential requirement. Able to use rational persuasion to present ideas and plans at all levels. Naturally inclusive. The Fan Director will also agree to continue to attend matches as a paying supporter.

Time Commitment

Able to be flexible on timing and availability. The successful applicant should expect the hours required to be quite intrusive into their existing schedule.

Nomination Process

Open to all MSC members who qualify under Companies Act by application to MSC in writing. Applications to be supported by a proposer and three seconders, all of whom must be MSC members. Applications to be vetted by MSC committee against these Terms of Reference. Short listed candidates to be interviewed by MSC committee with final selection by postal vote of all MSC members. Appointment subject to MFC Board approval.

Term of Office

Three years, depending on appropriate conduct and performance in relation to the Terms of Reference.