Trustee

Established in 2013, our client, a philanthropic foundation with a strong heritage in charitable giving, supports a wide range of charitable organisations and signature programmes aimed at achieving positive social and environmental impact.

The Foundation’s mission is to promote sustainable livelihoods through education and reduce inequality by supporting initiatives that focus on Equity, Water and Creativity, as well as through its flagship programmes: Waterschool and Creatives for Our Future.

Trustee
Unremunerated (travel costs and reasonable out of pocket expenses are covered)
UK Based, Remote, with some travel
Time Commitment – 4 board meetings per year plus preparation time and the opportunity to attend events on behalf of the Foundation

Our client is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join the esteemed board of trustees of their Foundation. Since its inception, the Foundation has reached over 2 million people in 100 countries through 89 partnerships, advancing progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic and strategic leader who brings:

• Leadership experience, ideally within a corporate or family foundation, or through close collaboration with businesses
• A strong understanding of how decisions are made in business or family enterprise settings, with appreciation for how philanthropy, brand and commercial objectives intersect
• A proven track record in fundraising, particularly in securing and growing income through corporate partnerships, as well as exploring diversified income streams
• Deep understanding of the UK charity sector, governance and regulatory context
• Expertise in advocacy and engagement, with the ability to build networks, act as a connector and amplify the Foundation’s work

Due to the current composition of the board, the new trustee must be UK based.

Our client is committed to empowering individuals and communities through innovative projects and partnerships. If you are enthusiastic about driving positive change and ready to engage in meaningful philanthropic work, we invite you to apply for this impactful trustee role.

The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported, and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.

To Apply
Applications should be made via the Prospectus website - please view the role on the site by clicking 'Redirect to recruiter'

Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Sunday 27th July
Online Interviews with our client: Wednesday 6th August