•References
–Important to
follow up on references provided by the candidate
–Specific
questions should be asked so that a determination
of whether the applicant is suitable can be
undertaken
–References from
charities that the applicant has previously
worked with would be a valuable source of
information
•Interviews
–Interviews with
members of the nominating committee
would give an opportunity to discuss the applicant’s
skills, interests, background and availability
for a director position
–Any doubts
about the candidate’s suitability could be addressed at this point