It is important that Boards are made up of a cross section of the local community with members coming from all walks of life. We value the  different skills and experiences that members are able to bring to the Boards.

We are not looking for any special qualifications  but candidates must demonstrate they have the personal qualities, enthusiasm, commitment and time to make a full contribution to the work of a Board.

Personal qualities

IMB members should posses a number of personal qualities:

• Commitment to diversity, equality and human rights
• Effective communications skills
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Good listening skills
• Commitment
• Perseverance
• Integrity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Above all we are looking for people with the time, energy and enthusiasm to make a full contribution to the work of their local Board.

Each Board meets regularly, once per month, and has an elected Chair and Vice Chair. Board members work together as a team to raise any matters of concern and to keep an independent eye on the establishment they monitor. Every year they produce an annual report, which is published to the local community.

Being an IMB member is likely to take up an average of two to three days per month of your time, although this can vary slightly depending on your local Board and the size and nature of the establishment it monitors.

• What's in it for me?
  Being an IMB member be challenging, rewarding, fascinating and extremely worthwhile.
• How to Apply
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