Aspiring female leaders are being sought by the Women in Bus and Coach Initiative (WiBC) for an opportunity to join its Board of Directors for a one-year term.

Designed to be a ‘career-defining experience’, successful applicants are set to gain insight into the strategic decision-making processes, industry dynamics and leadership responsibilities that come with serving on a Board of Directors.

The competition, designed to select a mentee for a mentored director role, aims to provide a platform for talented women to gain invaluable experience, mentorship and exposure at the highest level of organisational leadership. Through this initiative, WiBC seeks to break barriers, challenge norms and cultivate the next generation of female leaders in the bus, coach, and community transport sector.

“This competition is a testament to our commitment to fostering inclusivity and promoting gender diversity within our industry” – Louise Cheeseman, Chair of Women in Bus and Coach

Louise Cheeseman, Chair of Women in Bus and Coach, said: “This competition is a testament to our commitment to fostering inclusivity and promoting gender diversity within our industry. We believe that empowering women in leadership positions not only drives innovation and creativity but also fosters a more inclusive and resilient industry.”

The selected mentee will have the unique opportunity to work closely with seasoned industry professionals, gaining insights into strategic decision-making processes, corporate governance and industry trends. Additionally, they will actively contribute to shaping the organisation’s vision, mission and strategic direction.

“By offering mentorship and hands-on experience, we aim to empower future female leaders to realise their full potential” – Lorna Murphy, Director of Women in Bus and Coach

Lorna Murphy, Director of Women in Bus and Coach, said: “We are thrilled to provide a platform for a woman who represents the next generation of leaders to step into this mentee management role and make meaningful contributions to our organisation. By offering mentorship and hands-on experience, we aim to empower future female leaders to realise their full potential and drive positive change in the bus, coach and community transport industry.”

Entries

The competition will be open to anyone who identifies as a woman, who currently works in any role in the bus, coach and/or community transport sector, and who demonstrates exceptional leadership potential, a passion for the road passenger transportation industry and a commitment to gender equality and diversity. Applicants will be required to submit a CV (up to two pages) and a one page covering letter to include a statement outlining their vision for women in leadership roles within the sector.

The deadline for submissions is 24 May 2024 and the selected mentee will be announced on 19 June. Interested candidates can apply by submitting their CV and letter to [email protected]

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