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Women's Aid Luton is seeking a visionary and dedicated Chair of the Board to lead and support the transformation and growth of our small yet impactful charity.
Women’s Aid Luton supports over 800 of society's most vulnerable women and children each year, helping them escape horrific abuse and violence. We provide a safe haven across our five refuges in Luton, operate a helpline, and offer bespoke assistance for families. Our services include access to legal advice, mental health support, employment assistance, and resettlement aid.
One of our refuges is dedicated to women from South Asian communities, with staff who speak Punjabi, Bengali, and Urdu. We also have a refuge for single women with complex support needs, such as mental health issues and drug and alcohol dependencies, often stemming from the trauma of domestic violence and abuse.
In addition to our direct support services, we focus on prevention and intervention by working with schools to raise awareness of domestic abuse. We are committed to disrupting exploitative and abusive relationships to prevent loss of life and reduce the long-term economic and social costs to society. Our services contribute to creating a safer, more compassionate community, supporting women and children from diverse socio-economic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, including those with complex needs.
With the current challenges facing our sector, we are focused on creating financial sustainability and resilience within the organisation, focusing on a robust funding strategy and a dynamic response to risk.
Our current Chair will come to the end of their term next year, and therefore we’re seeking a new Chair to support the charity in delivering our vital work.
The Chair of Trustees is a pivotal role within our organisation. Your leadership and dedication will be instrumental in ensuring we not only maintain but also expand our vital support and services for those in need. By guiding our strategic vision and fostering a culture of compassion and excellence, you will directly impact the lives of countless vulnerable women and children, helping them rebuild their lives and find hope for the future. Your commitment will drive our mission forward, creating lasting change and a safer, more supportive community for all.
What are we looking for?
EXPERIENCE
- An understanding and passion for the violence against women and girls sector
- Significant experience as a non-executive
- An understanding of UK charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
- Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level
- An ability to network with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Sensitivity and discretion in dealing with staff and service user issues.
- Significant experience and success in leading groups of people in either a professional or voluntary capacity to achieve results.
- Experience of chairing meetings.
- Significant experience of managing, motivating, and developing people.
- Strong experience of developing, deploying, and evaluating strategic plans with a view to maximising impact and benefit.
- Experience of financial management and a broad understanding of charity finance issues
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Exceptional leadership skills; able to cultivate effective collaboration but also comfortable in taking responsibility for difficult choices.
- Effective strategic communicator: able to articulate Women’s Aid Luton’s vision and engage and inspire others both within the organisation and externally.
- Highly effective relationship and alliance building abilities.
- Sound judgement with high capacity for self-reflection.
- Capacity to support both Board and Executive development.
- An ability to work within the realistic expectations and limitations for the Charity
ATTRIBUTES
- Dynamic leadership style that guides and inspires the Board and Executive to fulfil their respective responsibilities.
- A strong personal commitment to improving Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- Collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
- A strong personal commitment to Women’s aid Luton’s vision and mission replace with: Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
- Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity
- Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The initial appointment is for a three-year term but can be extended for one further term for a maximum of six years.
“Joining Women’s Aid in Luton as a Board member has enabled me to use my professional expertise in a way that gives back to the community. I know that all the energy and time I give is helping to strengthen the organisation and ultimately the women and children it seeks to support. Joining the Board has been immensely rewarding and I highly recommend it as a valuable way to volunteer your time for a good cause.” – current Board Trustee at Women’s Aid in Luton.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, we will be considering female volunteers only for this post in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to schedule 9 part 1). Applicants will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We actively encourage applications from women from a variety of backgrounds, and with a range of skills and experiences. We are particularly interested to hear from women from Black, Asian and minoritised communities and women who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
If you have some time, energy and interest in the domestic abuse sector and believe you can make a difference to Women’s Aid Luton, we would love to hear from you.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We aim to reduce the devastating impact of gender-based abuse/exploitation on all women and children, through safeguarding, empowerment and education.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take your first step at board level, we would like to hear from you.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for a person willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Previously worked with or advising charities in a leadership or governance role.
An appreciation of the Royal Navy &/or the military charity sector.
Understanding of the role of a charity trustee or previous experience of being one.
We are particularly interested in people with skills and expertise to offer around:
- Finance – a chartered accountant to provide advice and guidance to our Head of Finance and work closely with the Board to maintain financial sustainability in line with our strategic goals. Understanding of charity finance regulations, best practice, and reporting requirements.
Terms of appointment/Time Commitment
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- A minimum of three scheduled Board meetings per year (held
primarily at our offices, Castaway House, Portsmouth and occasionally
in London). Meetings are usually held in March, late June/ early July,
and October and normally last for around 3 hours; - An annual board away day / strategy held at an external location;
- A minimum of one and up to three Finance and Governance Board
committee meetings; and - Relevant training or other development as determined throughout the year. We will provide the successful candidate with a bespoke induction and training programme, commensurate with the experience of the
individual selected.
Personal skills and qualities
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion
- A strong personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Enthusiasm for our vision and mission
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
- Willingness to lead according to our values
What difference will you make?
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that NCC achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that NCC has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the Senior Leadership Team to enable NCC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
To apply
To apply please send the following:
• A covering letter (no more than two pages of A4, size 11 type) which should address your vision for the role and your relevant experience regarding the responsibilities we have outlined and your motivation for applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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“Be a catalyst for healthier lives in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.”
Duchy Health Charity is seeking an inspirational new Chair to lead our Board into the future.
Founded from the visionary legacy of Cornwall’s first private hospital, Duchy Health Charity has since invested over £10 million in improving the health and wellbeing of people across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. From pioneering school-based health and wellbeing centres for young people to funding innovative community health projects and responding swiftly to crises like the cost-of-living emergency, we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve.
This is a pivotal moment. As our long-serving Chair Barbara Vann prepares to step down, we are looking for a successor who shares our passion for creating lasting, meaningful impact on health outcomes.
As our new Chair, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership, ensuring excellent governance and clarity of purpose.
- Champion our mission to promote health and prevent sickness across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
- Guide a talented and committed Board of Trustees in allocating our resources wisely and ambitiously.
- Represent the charity externally, building relationships with partners, stakeholders and beneficiaries.
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing Board culture.
We are looking for:
- Experience as a Chair or senior trustee in the charity or public sector, or significant experience of governance and leadership in complex organisations.
- A strong connection to, or understanding of, Cornwall and its communities.
- Strategic vision, sound judgement, and the ability to inspire and challenge constructively.
- Commitment to our values of integrity, openness, and community focus.
- Enthusiasm for our mission to improve health and wellbeing for all.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a tangible difference to the health landscape of Cornwall. You’ll be joining a financially stable, well-regarded organisation with significant influence and a strong record of impact.
If you are motivated to help shape the future of health and wellbeing in Cornwall, we would love to hear from you.
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At the Community Hospice we believe in making every moment count. We’re here to support people to live as well as they can, for as long as they can. Each year, we care for around 3,000 people with terminal illness, as well as their families. Our care isn't restricted to one place - we care for patients wherever they call home or wherever best suits their needs.
We are now looking for new trustees to help guide and grow the work we do across Greenwich and Bexley.
We’re looking for people who share our values and bring experience in the legal, estates/facilities, retail or commercial sectors or General Practice. Local knowledge is a bonus, but not essential.
Our trustees come from all walks of life, and we welcome interest from people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you're an experienced trustee or looking to take your first step at Board level, we'd love to hear from you. To help broaden the diversity of our Board, we particularly encourage applications from people from marginalised communities—including those from Black African and other ethnically minoritised backgrounds, people from the LGBTQ+ community, people with neurodiverse and/or physical disabilities, and those with lived experience of hospice or palliative care services.
This is a real opportunity to make a difference in your community, apply your expertise and be part of a supportive, compassionate organisation.
Find out more about the role and how to apply by clicking on the link below to our application pack.
Applications close: 18 August
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.