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The Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa (PENHA) is an African-led and inspired charity, established in 1989. Its mission is to reduce poverty among the pastoralists in the Horn of Africa through the empowerment of communities and to foster sustainable and dignified livestock-based and non-livestock-based livelihoods. In the UK, it works with the Horn diaspora community through youth mentoring and leadership programmes.
PENHA’s Aims and Objectives
- Sustainable livelihoods require a coordinated approach at the grassroots and policy levels. PENHA, therefore, commits itself to two goals:
- The social, cultural and economic integration of pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in the Horn of Africa
- Dynamic, diversified and sustainable pastoral and agro-pastoral livelihoods, with expanded access to information, technology, education and training
- A full and equal role for pastoral and agro-pastoralist women in public and economic life
- Peacebuilding and conflict prevention
- Development of links with the diaspora in the UK
PENHA has a team in the London Office and country chapters in the Horn of Africa region – in Ethiopia and Somaliland but works with partners in Sudan, Eritrea and Uganda as well as international partners outside the Horn of Africa.
In the UK, PENHA has a Board of Trustees, a number of research associates, volunteers and an international Advisory Group. PENHA Board of Trustees is looking for three trustees to join the London-based Board with experience in one of the following areas:
- A legal background, with financial and risk management experience;
- Knowledge of branding, marketing and fundraising, including the use of social media;
- Knowledge of the charity sector and employment law in the UK.
In addition, candidates should have an understanding of the context within which charities operate, ideally with some experience of the Horn of Africa region.
The post is unpaid and the time commitment is four to six meetings per year, with attendance at other occasional meetings and events as a representative of the charity.
The Board is responsible for submitting the Annual Report and Accounts to the Charity Commission and to Companies House. As a small charity, trustees contribute actively as part of a team in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets. PENHA is currently undergoing a new strategy development process and the candidate will help steer the organisation through the challenges ahead.
In addition, Board members are responsible for:
- Ensuring that the organisation complies with its constitution/memorandum and articles of association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
- Ensuring that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document
- Ensuring that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects
- Safeguarding the good name and values of the organisation
- Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
- Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation
- Protecting and managing the property of the organisation, and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation’s funds
- Appointing the senior staff and monitoring their performance
Application Instructions
Are you interested in the causes we stand for and in joining the PENHA Board of Trustees? Please send your CV and cover letter to our UK Office Manager before 10 August 2026. If deemed necessary, we may start actioning applications/interviewing before the closing date.
PENHA is a charity registered in England in 1992 with the Charity Commission Registration Number
1038957
Registered Charity 
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Role: Finance & Investment Committee Member
Location: London/remote
The Royal College of Pharmacy’s Finance & Investment Committee (FIC) is a key advisory body established by the College’s Board of Trustees to provide independent oversight of financial performance, investment strategy, and long-term financial sustainability.
While the day-to-day financial management of the College is delegated to the Chief Executive and Director of Finance, the FIC plays a critical role in supporting the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance responsibilities. The Committee ensures that the College’s financial resources are managed prudently, investments are strategically aligned, and financial risks are appropriately mitigated.
This is a voluntary role with an estimated time commitment of one day per quarter. This includes attendance in person or by Teams at four meetings annually, plus reading and preparation time. Trustees serve for a term of up to three years with an option for appointment for a further two terms.
Principal duties as a committee member:
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Review the proposed Budget and its alignment with approved business plans in advance of each financial year and report its opinion to the Board of Trustees prior to the budget being agreed.
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Assess and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees on any significant variances against approved budgets.
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Assess the effectiveness and adequacy of accounting, financial and operating controls and satisfy itself that the annual financial statements represent fairly the financial position of the College.
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Review significant accounting policies and procedures and recommend changes to the Board of Trustees.
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To oversee short and long-term investments in line with Investment Strategy & make recommendations to Board of Trustees for change where appropriate.
We are seeking applicants with the following skill, knowledge and experience:
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Senior management or director-level experience, ideally in finance and/or investment management
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Experience of strategic oversight of financial performance and budgets
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Understanding the distinct role of trustees and operational/executive functions
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An understanding of charity or not-for-profit governance
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Strong Financial oversight & Performance monitoring
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have the above experience and also bring specific experience within property and/ or investments
About the Royal College of Pharmacy:
We are the Royal College of Pharmacy, the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.
As the third largest workforce in healthcare, pharmacy plays a vital role in the health system, and as experts in medicines, pharmacists and their teams are central to patient care and public health. Our mission is to put pharmacy at the forefront of patient care, advancing the safe and effective use of medicines to the benefit of patients and the public.
��️ Closing date: 19/7/2026
Interview Date: 31st July and 7th August (on teams)
To apply, please send a CV or Profile and a supporting statement via the link on our website. We are committed to making the application process inclusive.
1. Briefly describe how your skills, experience and personal qualities make you a good candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification for inspiration. (800-word limit)
2. Your specific areas of expertise that will be beneficial to our board of trustees
Each candidate will be shortlisted based on merit, and interview and appointment selection will be strictly based on the agreed selection criteria. The Equality Act 2010 permits reasonable adjustments that may give preferential treatment to an individual with a disability.
Thank you!
Role: Audit & Risk Committee Member
Location: London/remote
The Royal College of Pharmacy’s Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) is a sub-committee of the College’s Board of Trustees, established to provide independent oversight of risk management, internal controls, and audit processes.
While the day-to-day management of operational and financial risks is delegated to the College executive, the ARC supports the Board of Trustees to ensure that the College maintains robust systems of internal control, complies with legal and regulatory requirements, and appropriately manages strategic and operational risks.
This is a voluntary role with an estimated time commitment of one day per quarter. This includes attendance in person or by Teams at four meetings annually, plus reading and preparation time. Trustees serve for a term of up to three years with an option for appointment for a further two terms.
Principal duties as a committee member:
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Propose the remit for the audit for approval by the Trustees
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Review, with the auditors, the outcome of the financial audit and any management response – and report to the Trustees
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Assist the Trustees in ensuring the College’s policies and procedures for ensuring legal compliance in all areas are implemented
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Advise the Trustees on the appointment and management of internal auditors or compliance management
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Review the risk register and assess the scope and effectiveness of the systems designed to identify, assess, manage and monitor significant risks and report to the Trustees.
We are seeking applicants with the following skills, knowledge and experience:
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Senior management or director-level experience, ideally as a finance director, company secretary, director of governance, or chief executive
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Risk management and mitigation, including experience in complex organisational environments
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Understanding the distinct role of trustees and operational/executive functions
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Charity or not-for-profit governance
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Risk oversight and compliance monitoring
About the Royal College of Pharmacy:
We are the Royal College of Pharmacy, the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.
As the third largest workforce in healthcare, pharmacy plays a vital role in the health system, and as experts in medicines, pharmacists and their teams are central to patient care and public health. Our mission is to put pharmacy at the forefront of patient care, advancing the safe and effective use of medicines to the benefit of patients and the public.
��️ Closing date: 19/7/2026
Interview Panel (on teams): W/C 10th August
If you would like to learn more about the role, view our job description ��
To apply, please send a CV or Profile and a supporting statement via the link on our website. We are committed to making the application process inclusive.
1. Briefly describe how your skills, experience and personal qualities make you a good candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification for inspiration. (800-word limit)
2. Your specific areas of expertise that will be beneficial to our board of trustees
Each candidate will be shortlisted based on merit, and interview and appointment selection will be strictly based on the agreed selection criteria. The Equality Act 2010 permits reasonable adjustments that may give preferential treatment to an individual with a disability.