Trustee volunteer roles

Futures for Women was established in 1859 by suffragist Jessie Boucherett to encourage women towards economic independence through employment, and this objective still underpins our activities today. 

FFW's Board of Trustees comprises individuals with expertise across areas including communications, law, medicine, engineering, and philanthropy. The overarching purpose of the Board of Trustees is to ensure that FFW is run competently and sustainably; that the charity's assets are safeguarded appropriately and employed efficiently in pursuit of its charitable objects; and that the charity is compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

Following a recent trustee retirement, FFW is looking to appoint up to two new trustees.  While the Board of Trustees is open to considering any outstanding candidate who has the time and motivation to contribute to the charity's mission, we are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in the following areas:

- Investment management, accountancy, or financial regulation

- Social work, youth outreach, and tertiary education

The Board of Trustees meets at least four times per year, in a combination of virtual meetings and in-person meetings (usually held in central London); sub-committees of trustees also take on discrete projects outside of this schedule.  Conduct of trustee meetings is informal and collaborative. 

Do you believe everyone should have the chance to connect with nature and experience the beauty of the Peak District?

Then come and join this small, but mighty charity board as a Trustee, to help protect the Peak District for future generations.

Location: Hybrid (Peak District/Bakewell HQ and online)
Time Commitment: Approx. 4 Board meetings + 1 strategy day per year
Term: 3 years initially, renewable thereafter
Renumeration: Voluntary, with reasonable expenses covered

The Peak District National Park Foundation is a growing charity with a big bold mission: to make the Peak District a thriving home for nature and people. A place which is welcoming to all and cared for by everyone.

Since launching in 2019, they've successfully raised over £2.2 million to make the Park greener, wilder and more accessible. Connecting thousands of young people to nature, restoring rare habitats and helping communities discover the power of the outdoors.

They're proud of what they've achieved, but there's still so much more to do. Nature loss, climate change and unequal access to the countryside are urgent challenges. At the same time, public funding for National Parks has fallen dramatically. That's where this vital work comes in - and where you could too.

About the role

As a Trustee, you'll help shape the Foundation's next chapter. You'll guide strategy, champion the mission and ensure they're delivering lasting impact for nature and people.

You'll join a passionate, collaborative Board, supporting a nimble, high-performing team that's already making a big difference on the ground.

You don't need prior trustee experience - what matters most is your enthusiasm, curiosity and belief in the power of nature to connect and inspire. You'll receive a full induction and training.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who bring positive energy, fresh ideas and a diversity of perspectives to the Board. You might have expertise in:

• Fundraising or income generation
• Business or financial strategy
• Partnerships with local or regional business communities
• Accessibility, inclusion and belonging

Or you might simply have a deep love or connection to the Peak District and a desire to see it protected and celebrated for generations to come.

If you can think strategically, communicate warmly and bring people together, then we'd love to hear from you.

Who should apply?

We're very happy to consider applications from those living outside the Park who have a strong connection or love for it (providing you're comfortable attending some Board meetings in-person, with expenses paid).

We also want to emphasise that candidates from all backgrounds are warmly encouraged to apply - in particular, Black, Asian, and global majority candidates, disabled people, those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, younger candidates (under 40) and first-time trustees.

We're looking for individuals who will culturally add to the organisation, rather than simply fit into an existing mould

Why apply

This is your opportunity to share your time and expertise to make a meaningful impact on one of the UK's most iconic landscapes. Serving as a Trustee is a powerful way to show your support and help shape its future.

How to apply

A short CV or profile is a great first step, but please also feel free to get in touch to receive a copy of the recruitment pack or an informal conversation. Our Regional Director, Amelia Lee, is leading on this opportunity.

Deadline: 9am on Monday 3^rd November, but please do get in touch ASAP if interested as we'd love to start conversations as soon as possible.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

South Mitcham Community Association (SMCA) is looking for new Trustees.

We are a small charity, running a much-valued community centre in the heart of Mitcham.

We are looking for people to join our Board of Trustees, helping us to meet our ambitions in creating a Community Hub.

If you have an interest in any of the following, then we would love to hear from you:

• Community development and outreach – meeting new people
• Developing new projects and activities
• Listening to others and putting forward their ideas and views
• Being an advocate and representing the charity

We need people with a range of skills, but commitment, interest and passion are just as important.

We meet every 2 months, and there may be the odd additional meeting, bit of work in-between.

This is a voluntary (unpaid) role.

Jak’s World

A Suicide Prevention Charity

Ordsall, Salford, Manchester

Jak’s World is recruiting for Trustees

Are you passionate about mental health and making a real difference in people’s lives? We are seeking committed, compassionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help guide our mission to prevent suicide and support those affected by it. As a trustee, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our charity, ensuring we remain a beacon of hope for individuals and communities in crisis.

About Jak’s World

Jak’s World is a UK-based mental health charity working to prevent suicide in the community. We honour the legacy of Jakub Halani — a creative, kind, and deeply loved teenager — by ensuring that no young person feels alone, hopeless, or without a future.

Our mission is to prevent suicide by fostering hope, connection, and resilience-ensuring that no one faces their darkest moments alone.

We do this by:

· Promoting mental health awareness through creative community engagement, programmes and events.

· Providing suicide prevention resources and support, including Suicide First Aid Training

· Providing positive experiences and hopeful messaging at schools, festivals, and online.

· Empowering people to talk, share, and connect through art, music, and peer-led initiatives.

Becoming a trustee

As a Trustee of Jak’s World, you will play a vital role in shaping our direction, safeguarding our mission, and supporting our passionate team.

Our Trustees provide governance and strategic leadership, ensure accountability, and help Jak’s World grow its reach, credibility, and impact.

We are especially keen to hear from prospective trustees with experience in the following areas;

· Finance and accounting

· Business development and fundraising

· Digital and social media marketing

· Events management

This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of people across Salford.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to shaping Jak’s World’s long-term vision, values, and strategy.
• Ensure good governance, financial oversight, and legal compliance.
• Offer your insight and experience to guide operational and creative decisions.
• Act as an ambassador, helping us build partnerships and extend our reach.
• Champion inclusive, youth-informed mental health support in all areas of our work.
• Offer tangible efforts and contributions in the skills and areas depending on your experience in the operations of the Charity, including but not limited to  -
  • Accounting
  • Digital and Social outreach (websites, articles, blog, social media, videos)
  • Fundraising efforts, including Grant and competition applications
  • Regulatory compliance advice
  • Scale-up strategies
  • Event organisation and planning

Why join us

By joining Jak’s World as a Trustee, you’ll help lead a charity that is small, agile, heartfelt, and determined to change the conversation on difficult subjects like Suicide Prevention.

You will:

• Use your voice to support bold, compassionate action.
• Help co-create projects that reduce stigma and prevent suicide.
• Work with a caring, values-led team rooted in lived experience and community.
• Play a crucial part in growing a sustainable, youth-driven, community-driven charity.

We are looking for

We welcome applications from individuals with any of the following:

· Lived experience of mental health struggles or supporting someone through them.

· Lived experience or survivors of bereavement by suicide.

· Professional experience in youth services, education, social work, or healthcare.

· Creative and digital backgrounds — design, social media, campaigns, content creation.

· Financial or legal expertise to support our governance and growth.

· Fundraising and community engagement experience.

We welcome applications from people who are looking to become a trustee for the first time and from people with more experience. What matters is your passion and commitment to helping us grow and develop as an organisation and to improving the mental wellbeing of young people and families.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.

We actively welcome applications from:

• People from all ethnic communities
• LGBTQIA+ individuals
• Disabled people and neurodivergent individuals
• Young adults (aged 18–30)
• People with lived experience of mental ill-health or suicide

We value fresh ideas, different voices, and a willingness to learn together.

How to apply

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact us with your contact details, and I will call you back.

Please send:

A CV and A short written, audio, or video statement (max 2 pages or 5 minutes)

[Your name] – Trustee Application

In your statement, please tell us:

· Why you’re interested in becoming a Trustee at Jak’s World

· What experiences or perspectives you bring

· Any support you’d need to thrive in the role

Are you passionate about families of disabled children having a voice? Do you have 10 hours a month to lead our charity?

Reading Families’ Forum is a small local charity with an experienced Trustee Board and our current Chair is retiring.

The Forum's role is to ensure that families of children with disabilities and/or additional needs can participate fully in the development of services within the Reading Local Authority. Help us make sure that services reflect families' needs.

The post holder will lead the Trustee Board and manage our 2 part-time staff.

We are the local parent carer forum and are part of the National Network of Parent Carer Forums, who provide training and support to the individual forums.

A full job description and application form is available on request. We are happy to arrange an informal chat with the current Chair and/or some of our Trustees. 

Do you want to make a real difference during challenging times? Can you bring a fresh perspective on how we can innovate and adapt our services? Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in?

If this sounds like you, then we'd love to hear from you.

Who we are

The Bridge Foundation is an award-winning charity based in Bristol. We transform the lives of children, young people, families and adults struggling with mental health difficulties.

What we do

• Free in-depth, school-based psychotherapy for children and families in areas of deprivation and diversity
• Specialised psychotherapy delivered to vulnerable children via services commissioned through Adoption Support Fund and Social Services spot purchases
• Not-for-profit psychotherapy service for children, families and adults who self-refer - fees are determined by family income and over 50% are subsidised
• Supervision and reflective practice sessions for professionals in schools and healthcare

The Glyn Learning Foundation is seeking to appoint a new Trustee to the Board of GLF Schools as we enter our next phase of development.

Applications close on Friday 7th November.

Time commitment c. 6 hours per month including, 7 board meetings per year and 4-6 committees per year.

Who we are

GLF Schools was founded in 2012 with a mission to serve our communities by providing all children and staff the opportunity to grow, learn and flourish. Over the past decade, we have expanded to include 43 schools, spanning  both primary and  secondary education across Surrey, West Sussex, Croydon, Oxfordshire, Wokingham, Wandsworth and Hampshire. We are proud that GLF is one of the largest and most established multi-academy trusts in the country.

About the role

Trustees at GLF Schools are non-executive directors of the Trust and charity trustees under charity law. As a Trustee, you will share responsibility for ensuring we deliver on our mission and meet our legal and financial obligations.

Our current Board members bring a broad range of skills. We are now looking to expand our capabilities in areas such as financial oversight, digital transformation, HR strategy, estates management, legal and regulatory compliance and fundraising.

We are especially keen to hear from those with experience in workforce planning and culture.

We also welcome those with lived experience that reflects the communities we serve.

Previous experience in school governance is not essential; what matters most is your ability to think strategically, contribute constructively, and support us in driving improvement across our schools. We will provide a structured induction programme, access to training, and opportunities to shadow experienced Trustees.

This is an opportunity to influence the future of education and to be part of a Board that is committed to strong governance, sector leadership and public service.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an individual who can bring strategic insight, professional expertise and a commitment to public service to our Trust Board.

Our Trustees work collaboratively to set direction, hold the executive team to account, and ensure we are delivering value and impact. We are interested in candidates with human resources, culture and organisational development experience.

Trusteeship at GLF Schools does not require an educational background. We welcome candidates from the private, public, voluntary, or charitable sectors. What we value is your ability to analyse information, ask the right questions and contribute to strategic conversations.We are also open to candidates who are new to board roles but bring a fresh perspective and relevant experience.

We are keen to hear form applicants from racially minoritised groups, people with disabilities, and those with experience of socio-economic disadvantage or neurodiversity. We want our governance to reflect the communities we serve and to bring a wider range of lived experiences into our decision-making.

This is a pivotal time for GLF Schools. As we strengthen our governance, expand our impact, and plan for long-term sustainability, we need Trustees who can help us move forward with clarity, purpose, and ambition.

Peridot Partners and GLF Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications close on Friday 7th November.

The Allen Trust seeks to apoint New Trustees

Governance and/or Charity Investment experience desirable

The Allen Trust (Reg. charity no. 1146388) was founded in 2011 primarily to improve the quality of education to children in post conflict areas where there is likely to be a high percentage of refugees needing help. Our work is in rural communities using local providers, often where we are the sole provider of assistance. The charity currently has net assets of approximately £1.8 million and makes annual grants of about £110,000. It is anticipated this will rise to circa £200,000.

Funds raised by The Allen Trust have been used to support, among other charitable causes selected by the trustees, the educational works of African Revival (Reg. charity no. 1108718) currently in Northern Uganda and South Sudan, broadly along the road and surrounding area from Koboko in Northern Uganda to Ibba in South Sudan (ADM Allen being the Chair and a founding trustee of the charity). We also have supported Brickworks who serve children in Yei, and Kajo Keji, both provinces are in South Sudan. The work includes school building, teacher training, bench desk provision, encouragement of girls schooling, bicycles for teachers, and distribution of scholastic materials.

We have also been purchasing ambulances and evacuation vehicles that supply humanitarian aid for deployment close to the active front line in Ukraine.

We have trialled working in Zemio in the Central African Republic and continue to support the work of Starfish Malawi with whom we have a historic connection.

The Allen Trust is now seeking to expand its trustee board to assist its decision making and to strengthen its governance.  We aim to recruit two or more new trustees.  Candidates will ideally have prior charity trustee experience and some expertise in investment management and/or in charity governance.  If you can satisfy one or more of these needs and to learn more about this opportunity, please write in the first instance with an outline CV to:-

The Allen Trust

Clinks’ trustees work with our Chair and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that we adhere to all the necessary governance and legal liabilities, and to support the charity to achieve the highest level of support to voluntary organisations who work across the criminal justice system. 

To ensure we have a range of experiences, perspectives, and skills within our board, we are particularly interested in hearing from people with knowledge of or representative of Arts organisations, and/or of Welsh organisations operating within criminal justice. We are open to trustees with a wide set of skills and experience; we are interested in hearing from people with experience and knowledge of digital, fundraising, business development and acumen, HR and employment law, and exposure to infrastructure support.

Responsibilities

You will: 

• Be a key member of our board - maintaining input, communication and bringing your skills and experience to support the Chair in all aspects of Clinks’ work. Helping to develop its future strategic plans.
• Share your knowledge and experience of criminal justice or your particular expertise, including any future policy directions. You will contribute to the development of Clinks’ future strategic priorities through experience and understanding of the changing political landscape. 
• Assist in building strong relationships between yourself, the board, the Chair, the CEO, and Clinks’ executive team, to maximise the delivery of Clinks’ strategy.
• Be committed to the values of Clinks and the voluntary sector. You will believe in the power of collaboration and collective action to achieve social change. 
• Be an ambassador - showing understanding of and supporting the importance of Clinks’ external relationships with a range of stakeholders. You will defend and promote the voluntary sector working in criminal justice at a time of challenge. 
• Provide financial oversight including a formal review of the organisation’s annual budget and supporting the Senior Leadership Team in financial management and organisation. 

An effective Trustee

• Upholds the highest standards of integrity and probity;
• Supports and contributes to Board discussions to promote effective decision-making and constructive debate;
• Promotes effective relationships and open communication, both inside and outside the Boardroom, between Directors and staff; 
• Working with the Chair to initiate change and participate in succession planning and recruitment in Board appointments; 
• Promotes the highest standards of governance;
• Ensures effective cascading of Board decisions; 
• Provides coherent leadership of the organisation, including representing the organisation;
• Ensuring the organisation pursues its objects as defined in the Memorandum of Association; and 
• Safeguards the good name and values of the organisation. 

Your pledge as a trustee will be: 

• Commitment to the organisation
• Devote the necessary time and effort: 

  • 4 x Board Meetings/year - 2 of which will be in-person

  • 4 x Subcommittee meetings/year (if applicable) 

  • Annual away day 

  • Annual conference 

  • Annual General Meeting (AGM) 

  • Occasional in-person meetings and/or Clinks events

• You will also be invited to provide ad hoc support for the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team through emails, phone calls, and occasional in-person meetings (e.g. with funders or important stakeholders). 

• Commitment to anti-racism

• Strategic vision

• Good, independent judgement

• Ability to think creatively

• Willingness to speak their mind

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team

• Leadership skills

• Experience of committee work

• Tact and diplomacy   

• Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences  

• Adhere to our Trustee Code of Conduct.  

Malaria Consortium are searching for three new Trustees to join the organisation.

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. Current priority areas include candidates with expertise in at least one of the following:

A. Financial Management and entrepreneurship – commercial finance, fintech, scale-up or entrepreneurial ventures.

B. Fundraising and income generation – high-net worth donor engagement, partnerships or innovative fundraising models.

C. Digital transformation and governance – including AI, ethical innovation, data governance and digital change management in the non-profit sector.

Trustees share ultimate responsibility for governing Malaria Consortium, ensuring that it is well-run, financially sound, compliant and effective in delivering its charitable objectives.

Trustees act collectively to:

▪ Ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategy and is focused on achieving these, by working with other Trustees, the Chief Executive and senior staff.

▪ Be responsible for the performance of the charity and for its corporate behaviour.

▪ Ensure that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.

▪ Be guardians of all the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.

▪ Ensure that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.

• Bristol
• Voluntary role (expenses covered)
• Closing date: Midnight, 27th November 2025

• Commitment – 4  meetings per year

Moon Exec Search is proud to be partnering with Sight Research UK, a charity that’s been funding pioneering eye disease research for nearly 40 years. As they enter a bold new phase of growth, we’re supporting them in the search for a new Trustee to help raise their profile and expand their reach.

This is a strategic governance role for someone with a background in business development, marketing, or corporate partnerships. You’ll work closely with the Board and Executive Team to help shape the charity’s future, championing science that delivers real-world impact for people living with sight loss.

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Experience in business development or partnership building (charity or commercial)
• Strategic thinking and strong communication skills
• A passion for medical research and social impact
• Energy, ideas, and a collaborative spirit

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a small but mighty charity with big ambitions.

To apply, please send your CV and Expression of Interest to Gemma Wilks or Sandy Hinks quoting reference JO2664.

Sight Research UK has retained Moon Exec Search to manage this campaign and cannot accept CVs from third-party agencies. All applications will be forwarded directly to Moon Exec Search for consideration.

Bring your skills. Change lives. Become a SMART CJS Trustee.

SMART CJS is a dynamic charity supporting people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their home. We’re looking for new trustees to join our friendly and committed Board, guiding our strategic direction and ensuring we remain a strong, effective organisation.

About the role
Trustees play a vital role in the governance of SMART CJS. Working closely with our senior leadership team, you will:

• Help set the charity’s overall direction and priorities.

• Ensure we meet our legal and financial responsibilities.

• Provide insight and expertise to strengthen our services.

• Support our mission to prevent homelessness and help people rebuild their lives.

Who we’re looking for
No previous board experience is necessary, full induction and training are provided. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with skills in:

• Fundraising and income generation

• Law

• Human resources

But above all, we want trustees who:

• Are committed to our mission and values.

• Can think strategically and work well as part of a team.

• Are willing to use their skills and experience to help us grow and adapt.

Time commitment

• Four Board meetings per year (held in the evenings, usually in Bedford).

• Some email contact between meetings.

• Optional involvement in sub-committees, events, or projects if you have time.

What you’ll gain

• The chance to make a real, lasting difference for people experiencing homelessness.

• Experience in governance and strategic decision-making.

• The satisfaction of using your skills for social good.

• Being part of a passionate, welcoming team of trustees and staff.

Location
Meetings are held in Bedford, but applications from across the region are welcome.

Guided by local insight, for over two decades, Quaggy Development Trust (QDT) has delivered essential community and family services across our diverse neighbourhoods in Greenwich, Plumstead and North Lewisham. Alongside our children’s centres and nurseries, we run one of the area’s few BACP-accredited community counselling services. We also provide a range of support for young people and older residents, including dedicated services and signposting to partner organisations, as well as community wide services that benefit people of all ages. 

Now is an exciting time to join the Board of Trustees at Quaggy Development Trust.

As a Trustee, you’ll be instrumental in shaping our future direction - contributing to new ideas, driving service improvements, and supporting innovation across our work.

The role offers a meaningful way to apply your professional expertise while making a positive impact in the community. It’s also a chance to expand your knowledge of charity governance within a growing and dynamic organisation.

What are we looking for?

Person specification

We are looking for individuals who have a strong empathy with our mission. We welcome applications from candidates with knowledge and background across the following areas:

• Strategic planning
• Change management
• Fundraising
• Human Resources
• Communications
• Legal

Essential:

• Senior-level experience in either Strategic Planning, Change Management, Fundraising, Human Resources, Legal or Communications within the public, private, or voluntary sector.

Desirable:

• An understanding of or connection with the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Quaggy Development Trust’s work is rooted in responsiveness to local needs and as such an understanding of the Health & Services sector in the Borough would be advantageous.
• Previous Board or Trustee experience.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
At Quaggy Development Trust, we value the unique contributions of every individual and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

We strive to create an inclusive workplace where all Trustees, staff, and volunteers feel respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

We aim to reflect the diverse communities, young people, and families we serve, and actively welcome applicants with lived experience relevant to our work.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, and other minoritised ethnic groups, as well as disabled individuals, who remain underrepresented in charity sector leadership.

It is an exciting and challenging time for the international development sector. Vision Action is seeking to appoint two new Trustees, one of whom will serve as Chair Designate, to bring experience, insight, and energy in support of our ambition to increase equitable access to basic eye care services in Ghana, Zambia, and Ethiopia (with plans to expand further).

Vision Action was born in 2022 out of the merger to two charities, Vision for a Nation, an award-winning charity founded by the philanthropist James Chen and operating in Rwanda which developed a unique model for providing basic eye care in under-resourced settings, and Vision Aid Overseas, founded in the 1980s to establish accessible vision centres across Africa.  To learn more about our work please visit our website at Vision Action. The role of the Board of Trustees is to oversee the direction and activities of the charity, including its policies and procedures, to ensure that they are consistently in accordance with the charitable purposes defined in the objects clause in its Constitution. The Board sets and monitors the strategic direction of the charity, although the implementation of strategy is achieved through the executive team.

Terms of service

For Vision Action the Trustees are Members who have been elected to serve on the Board. Vision Action’s constitution allows for up to 12 Trustees, who can serve a maximum of three consecutive terms of three years.  Vision Action is a company limited by guarantee and the Trustees are its legal directors. The Trustee role is voluntary but out of pocket expenses are paid.  Trustees are appointed by the Vision Action Board of Trustees annually at the Board meeting following the Annual General Meeting. The time commitment in being a trustee involves attendance at four Board meetings per year, one of which will be an all-day strategy session. Otherwise, Board meetings are usually half a day in the afternoon of a weekday with at least half the meetings online.  Papers are circulated for reading in advance. There may be other ad-hoc meetings or online events to discuss specific topics.

Main tasks

Charity Trustees have and must accept ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of the charity and ensuring it is solvent, well-run and delivering the charitable outcomes for the benefit of the public for which it has been set up. Each Trustee will be expected to join one of the two sub-committees (Finance and Fundraising; and Programmes and Research). The Committees meet remotely at least four times per year, usually timed with or in advance of the board meetings. 

General Responsibilities

• Ensure that Vision Action complies with its governing document (i.e. its Constitution and Bylaws), charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Ensure that Vision Action pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
• Ensure Vision Action applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects, i.e. it must not spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be.
• Contribute actively to the Board’s role in the formulation and review of strategy, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• Ensure that all policies are implemented, monitored and reports are acted upon, (including the policies on Harassment and Misconduct, Safeguarding, Recruitment, Child Protection and Anti- Bribery).
• Appoint and support the Co-Chief Executive Officers and monitor their performance.

Additional Specific Responsibilities

In addition to the above, we are looking for a Trustee who can be the Chair Designate and assume the role of Chair in December 2025.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

Each Trustee must demonstrate:

• A commitment to the mission and values of Vision Action.
• A commitment to Vision Action’s key organisational policies, including those on Harassment and Misconduct, Safeguarding, Whistleblowing, Recruitment, Child Protection, and Anti-Bribery.
• Good, independent judgement.
• Willingness to represent, advocate for, and support the work of the charity.

Desirable Experience

While not essential, experience in the following areas would be an advantage:

• Leadership or senior management experience in business, the third sector, or civil service.
• Understanding of the International Development or Global Health sectors.
• Fundraising, philanthropy, or partnership development.

1.  Terms of Service.

The Chair is appointed by the Board annually for a maximum of 3 consecutive terms. He/she will normally assume his/her appointment at the Board meeting following the AGM in November.

2.  Main Tasks:

• To lead the Board in ensuring it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of Vision Action.
• To ensure the Trustees set and regularly review policy, overall strategy and objectives.
• To undertake a supportive role in achieving Vision Action’s funding target.
• To guide the Co-Chief Executives, to help achieve Vision Action’s objectives.
• To monitor approved strategies and business plans.

3.  Specific Duties relating to:

3.1 Ensuring the Board fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of Vision Action:

• To chair meetings of the Board, seeing that it functions effectively and carries out its duties.
• To ensure the Board works within the framework of law, Charity Commission guidelines and management best practice.
• To ensure that the policies of the Board are compliant with its charity objectives.
• To ensure the Trustees set overall strategy and policy objectives and regularly review them.
• In conjunction with the Treasurer, to ensure Vision Action’s financial dealings are prudently and systematically accounted for in compliance with legal requirements.
• Make recommendations on the composition of the Board, with a view to succession, and future Chair.
• To serve as an additional spokesman for, and promoter of Vision Action (Note: The Co-Chief Executives act as the primary spokespeople)

3.2 To ensure Trustees develop overall strategy and policy objectives and regularly review them:

• To incorporate the skills and experience of the trustees and the Co-Chief Executives’ team in the development of strategic objectives and planning processes.
• Identify with the Co-Chief Executives, clear objectives and key performance indicators

3.3 Helping the Co-Chief Executives achieve Vision Action’s mission:

• The Chair should always adopt an attitude of strategic overview and avoid becoming immersed in the day-to- day details of running Vision Action. Such matters are the responsibility of the Co-Chief Executives.
• To support and monitor the work of the Co-Chief Executives.
• To assist in the promotion of Vision Action to a wider audience of potential donors and beneficiaries.
• To undertake a supportive role in achieving Vision Action’s fundraising target.

3.4 Optimising the relationship between the Board, staff, volunteers and other stakeholders:

• In consultation with the Co-Chief Executives, to agree the annual calendar of Board meetings and major events involving Vision Action.
• To thank and encourage Vision Action volunteers, staff and other stakeholders as opportunities present themselves.
• To conduct the annual appraisal of the Co-Chief Executives and agree their annual objectives and performance measures.