Recruitment of cpd25 Chair
Are you our next cpd25 Chair?
We are saying goodbye to our current cpd25 Chair, Sara Burnett, at the end of July 2025 as she has reached the end of her terms of office. We are now recruiting our next Chair.
Overview of the role
The principal task of the cpd25 Chair is to lead the team of four Task Groups which provide the programme, and thus it is important that applicants have experience of supervising. The cpd25 Chair recruits new members to the Task Groups and recruits and appoints new Task Group Chairs as necessary in consultation with task group members.
They also liaise regularly with the M25 Administrator (Events & Programmes) to ensure that the programme is carried out effectively and covers its overall costs. They are also a member of the M25 Consortium Steering Group and an Officer of the Consortium (trustee of the charity and director of the company).
Main tasks
- Chair meetings of the cpd25 Working Group, which comprises the chairs of the Task Groups
- Chair the annual cpd25 planning day and ensure that the programme of events is planned and delivered
- Attend regular meetings of the M25 Steering Group (quarterly) and Officers (monthly)
- Make regular reports on cpd25 to the M25 Steering Group
- Meet regularly (usually monthly) with the M25 Administrator (Events & Programmes) and, where necessary, with the M25 Operations Manager.
- By invitation, speak at or chair cpd25 events
- Communicate regularly with the M25 Administrator (Events & Programmes), Task Group chairs and event organisers, and other M25 officials
What’s special about the role
This is a first class professional development opportunity in the sector. Sara Burnett, our outgoing cpd25 Chair, says of the role:
“I would strongly encourage anyone who has had involvement in cpd25 activities, or more generally in staff training and development within academic or specialist libraries, to consider this role.
While there is, naturally, a time commitment required, this is more than balanced by the experience and satisfaction that the role delivers. In addition to providing the opportunity to influence the cpd25 programme (in support of the M25 Consortium strategy), the post holder is key in encouraging and supporting the Task Group Chairs and their members, all of whom are fundamentally volunteering their time and energies on behalf of their organisations.
It is extremely gratifying to connect with a range of individuals who are so committed to the work of cpd25. All roles within the organisation provide the chance to meet and network with other professionals, from a variety of positions and at different points within their careers. I have found this element to be a real pleasure, as well as benefiting from the experience (as Chair and Trustee) professionally.”
How to apply
For the cpd25 Chair, there is a recruitment process which is led by the trustees. Applications are invited from staff with the appropriate skills and experience who work in M25 Member institutions.
Candidates should submit an application statement, not exceeding 400 words, outlining why they would be a good appointment to the role. The statement must also explain their motivation for applying and their intentions in the role.
Send the statement, in confidence, to the M25 Operations Manager, Jill Howard, by email (m25libadmin@london.ac.uk) no later than 4pm on Friday 21 March 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview with trustees in the w/c 24 March 2025. The appointment commences on 1st August 2025.
Please do consider applying and circulate this vacancy to your teams and networks. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sara Burnett, cpd25 Chair s.burnett@kingston.ac.uk For any questions about the application process please contact Jill Howard, Operations Manager m25libadmin@london.ac.uk
Key Dates
- 21st March – Deadline for applications
- w/c 24th March – Interviews to take place