Independent Advisory Group (IAG) Chair

About Travalyst

Travalyst is a global independent not-for-profit organisation working to identify – and help bring about – the systemic changes needed in order to bring sustainability information to the mainstream to help people make more informed travel choices. We believe tourism can, and must, play a key role in achieving a sustainable future for our world; so we’re convening the key players, and catalysing the necessary action, to change the impact of travel, for good.

The Role

We're seeking an experienced and inspirational leader to Chair our Independent Advisory Group (IAG) whose role is to provide independent advice to the Travalyst Board and Secretariat on the delivery of Travalyst’s strategy. As Chair, you'll provide independent strategic guidance, critical insights, and expert advice to shape Travalyst’s initiatives and impact. This role requires a commitment of approximately 1-2 days per month over an initial two-year term (with the possibility of renewal).

Job Requirements

You are a visionary leader passionate about sustainability and global travel transformation.

You bring:

• Exceptional people and leadership skills, with a talent for managing nuanced discussion, driving consensus, and building trust.
• Strategic business acumen and proven experience guiding high-impact advisory groups.
• Strong understanding of the travel and tourism space is preferable, to inform robust decisions on complex and nuanced topics.
• A neutral stance with no current ties or conflicts with our coalition partners.
• Strong credibility and network within sustainability, travel, or related sectors.
• Commitment to fostering collaborative, inclusive discussions and outcomes.
• An affinity for the vision and mission of Travalyst, and an appetite to navigate the tensions inherent in driving system change and bringing stakeholders on the journey.
• Proficiency in English language and able to chair in English.
• Ability to attend meetings during EU-compatible business hours.

Benefits

The IAG Chair will be offered an annual honorarium, in recognition of the critical role played by the IAG and the time commitment required for full participation and leadership. Additionally, pre-approved reasonable out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed, where required.

Application Details

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while providing strategic leadership and critical insights. If you have the expertise, passion, and 1-2 days per month to dedicate, we invite you to seize this opportunity to shape the future of travel sustainability.

Help us make travel a lasting force for good. Find out more about Travalyst by visiting us at www.travalyst.org.