Could you be our new Chair?
Our fantastic Chair’s tenure will be coming to an end in 2026, so we are looking to appoint her successor to help Student Minds improve university communities so that every student gets the mental health support they need to reach their goals.
At Student Minds, we’re working to improve university communities so that no student is held back by their mental health. So it should come as no surprise that we are keen to reflect the communities we serve, maintain a diverse board and ensure student voices are represented. This is key to our mission and our continued impact.
We are open-minded about the professional background of this individual and are mostly looking for someone with experience of leading effective, inclusive teams, of chairing complex organisations or meetings, and in building influential cross-sector partnerships.
Key responsibilities
Student Minds Chair is expected to commit to the following:
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Preparation and attendance at four board meetings a year. Board meetings are held online and take place on weekdays from 5 - 7.30 pm.
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Preparation and attendance at two in-person board away days each year, usually from 12.30 - 5 pm. These usually take place in Leeds and include a lunchtime or evening social.
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Monthly supervision calls with the Chief Executive
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Annual in-person appraisal of the Chief Executive
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Support with board appraisals and recruitment
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Ad-hoc meetings and conversations with the senior leadership team as required. This usually constitutes approximately a further five working days a year.
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Attendance at relevant task-group meetings and/or committees.
So, if you want to help shape the future of student mental health, download our recruitment pack to find out more!
How to apply?
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For more information about the role responsibilities please download our recruitment pack that is linked
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Download and complete our application form which is available via the link
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Complete the Equality Monitoring Form.
Application process
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Application closing deadline: Monday the 5th January at 11.59 pm - make sure you send your completed application form by this date
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Interviews: 27th January, with our Chair, Trustee and CEO
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Appointment: subject to approval by the Student Minds Board
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CEO (Chief Executive Officer) - (Volunteer Role)
MINDSET Charity: Architecting a National Movement for Men’s Wellbeing
MINDSET Charity is a new, ambitious UK-based organisation dedicated to supporting men on their mental wellbeing and self-improvement journey. We aim to become a leading, beloved, and recognised charity that provides activities, events, and projects that bring men together, spread joy, build community spirit, and offer a non-judgemental space to learn, grow, and talk.
We are seeking a visionary, experienced, and highly committed CEO to lead the organisation from its current inception phase to full registration, national recognition, and operational success.
The Opportunity: Lead, Register, and Scale
This is the most critical and high-impact volunteer role within MINDSET Charity. You will be responsible for establishing the entire infrastructure, strategy, and public profile of the charity, working very closely with the Founder and the Board of Trustees. We are looking for a pioneering leader ready to commit significant time and expertise to create a sustainable organisation that truly changes lives.
Key Responsibilities (What You Will Achieve & Lead)
1. Registration & Governance (Immediate Focus):
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Charity Commission Registration: Lead the entire process of registering MINDSET Charity as a legally compliant, fully registered charity with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (and/or Scotland), the the help and support of the Board of Trustees.
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Governance Establishment: Work with the founding team/trustees to establish the formal governance structure, Articles of Association, and all necessary legal documentation to ensure robust compliance and ethical operations.
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Policy Foundation: Oversee the creation of all essential foundational policies, including financial controls, safeguarding, data protection (GDPR), and risk management.
2. Strategic Vision & Growth:
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Strategic Roadmap: Develop and execute the inaugural 3-5 year strategic plan, defining measurable objectives for growth, impact, and geographical reach across the UK.
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Financial Sustainability: Design and launch initial fundraising strategies, grant applications, and corporate partnership frameworks to secure the long-term financial health of the charity.
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Brand & Profile: Act as the primary external representative and spokesperson for MINDSET Charity, building relationships with media, partners, stakeholders, and the community to establish us as a beloved and recognised name in men's mental health.
3. Operational Leadership & People:
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Programme Oversight: Steer the development and successful launch of our core activities, events, and community projects.
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Team Building: Strategically recruit, lead, and motivate the founding team (including the Head of Volunteer Programme), ensuring a positive, dynamic, and non-judgemental "family" culture permeates the entire organisation.
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Impact Measurement: Establish clear metrics and reporting processes to measure and demonstrate the charity's positive impact on men's mental wellbeing and community spirit.
Your Essential Skills & Experience
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Executive Leadership: Proven experience (volunteer or professional) in a senior leadership, CEO, or Executive Director role, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.
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Charity Establishment: Direct experience with, or deep knowledge of, the process of registering a charity with the UK Charity Commission and establishing robust governance.
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Strategic Vision: Ability to conceptualise a clear, achievable path to national success and build a compelling case for support (fundraising).
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Compliance & Governance Acumen: Excellent understanding of UK charity law, safeguarding, financial oversight, and governance best practices.
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Communication & Advocacy: Exceptional public speaking, written, and stakeholder management skills, capable of inspiring trust and representing the charity's mission with authority and empathy.
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Commitment: The founding CEO role requires a significant, regular, and sustained time commitment (to be discussed) to drive this critical setup phase.
Why Lead MINDSET Charity?
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Defining Legacy: This is a rare opportunity to be the founding executive who designs and steers a vital national charity from day one.
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Maximum Impact: Directly address the pressing issue of men’s mental wellbeing and create a recognised national asset that offers hope and community.
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Autonomy: Work closely with the trustees/founders to implement your vision for success and cultural excellence.
If you are ready to be the architect of our future and lead the movement for men's wellbeing, we want to hear from you.
To Apply: Please submit your CV and a comprehensive covering letter detailing your relevant experience, your approach to charity establishment, and why the mission of MINDSET Charity resonates with you.
MINDSET Charity
Supporting Men Through Their Mental Wellbeing and Self Improvement Journey
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Emmaus UK is currently undertaking feasibility work to consider the incorporation of an SPV which can become a Registered Provider of Social Housing on behalf of the Emmaus federation in the UK. This is an exciting prospect and would unlock significant potential to achieve our strategic objective to help more people.
To ensure that we are best positioned to pursue this opportunity we are looking to build the expertise of the Emmaus UK Board in:
· Housing Association/Housing Expertise or relevant regulatory expertise - providing strategic input as we develop the subsidiary and proceed with becoming a Registered Provider
· Legal expertise - ideally in a relevant field e.g. charity or corporate governance, housing, property, regulation etc
· Property Acquisition and Development - to support us with providing high quality services and managing sustainable growth
Joining the EUK Board at such a significant moment will enable you to play a key role in the future of Emmaus. You will be an integral part of developing the movement and central to making strategic decisions within EUK as the national body.
Further details:
Location: Home based online meetings. Two annual face-to-face meetings
Reporting to: EUK Chair and board of trustees
Remuneration: This role is voluntary. Any travel expenses will be reimbursed.
The attached applicant pack contains further details including the role description and more about Emmaus UK.
To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to the EUK Governance Manager the Email address can be found in the application pack.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday 31 December 2025.
Those shortlisted will be informed on Tuesday 06 January 2026 and invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on either Monday 12 January 2026 or Wednesday 14 January 2026. All applicants will be informed of the interview outcome by Friday 16 January 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.