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Organisation: Evangelical Mission Association (operating as Global Connections)
Location: UK-wide (hybrid)
Term: Three years (renewable up to a maximum of nine years)
Time commitment: Four Board meetings per year (typically four to five hours, with preparation), four meetings per year with Executive Leaders and one other trustee, plus ad-hoc meetings with the CEO as required. Travel expenses can be claimed.
The Evangelical Mission Association (EMA), operating as Global Connections, is a UK network of mission hearted organisations, churches, colleges, businesses and individuals. As part of the global Church, we have a shared vision to see: ‘The Whole Church taking the Whole Gospel to the Whole World.’
Being faithful to God’s calling for His Church to work together as one body, we believe we are better together - working collaboratively as part of God’s global mission rather than in isolation. Membership of Global Connections reflects a commitment to collaboration, co-mission, and mutual learning. It is an investment in relationships and collective action for the sake of God’s Kingdom and the flourishing of mission.
As part of our governance and succession planning, we are seeking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees, following the completion of the current Chair’s maximum term. We are looking for a Chair with the leadership, governance, and relational capacity to guide the Board effectively in this next season.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the Board effectively - chair Board meetings with clarity, fairness, and impartiality; work with the executive leadership team to shape agendas; foster a culture of trust, accountability, and constructive challenge; and ensure the Board focuses on its fiduciary, strategic, and generative responsibilities (including finance, risk, safeguarding, and trustee development).
- Support and line-manage the CEO - act as the primary point of accountability for the CEO on behalf of the Board; provide encouragement, guidance, and appropriate challenge between meetings; and lead the CEO’s annual appraisal and oversee performance review arrangements.
- Chair Council meetings - chair the twice-yearly Council meetings, including the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
- Represent the charity - act as an ambassador and spokesperson for Global Connections within the network and externally where appropriate.
- Contribute to governance and reporting - provide content for the Annual Trustees’ Report, with support from the Executive Leadership.
Please take a few minutes to read through the recruitment pack (attached).
As a distinctly Christian charity, it’s important that you are willing and able to lead the trustees in discerning God’s heart and will for the charity and the wider network. In addition to its dependence on God for His leading and direction, we value the richness of a board diverse in age, background, skills and experience. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community.
Closing date: 12:00pm on 28th May 2026
Informal conversations with an existing trustee or with our CEO, Ben Stansfield, can be arranged on request.
In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
As part of the global Church, we have a shared vision to see the whole Church take the whole gospel to the whole world.
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Inclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting Scope in their search for their next Chair of Trustees!
About Scope
Scope is the national disability charity. We have been at the forefront of disability equality for 7 decades. We work with disabled people to break down barriers in society and challenge the injustices which persist to this day.
Our strategic ambition is to achieve An Equal Future with disabled people by 2033.
We have 3 goals.
First, to close the employment gap. So that all those disabled people who want to work have the opportunity to.
Second, to end the Disability Price Tag. So that there is no longer a financial penalty associated with disability.
Third, to grow the movement for disability equality. With partners, communities, individuals, funders and supporters to help us.
About the Chair of Trustees opportunity
Primary Objectives:
- Provide leadership to the Board of Trustees. So the Board steers the charity for its future. Guide the Board in setting the charity’s direction and strategy. So strategy achievement is in line with Charity Commission guidelines.
- Work closely with the Chief Executive (CEO). Make sure the Board and the executive team work together to deliver disability equality with the 16 million disabled people in the UK.
- Uphold Scope’s mission and values. Develop and carry out Scope’s aims in line with our mission, vision, values, and legal responsibilities. Promote a “One Scope” culture of teamwork, where the Board and executive team work in a collaborative way that reflects Scope’s values.
- Support and oversee the CEO’s performance. On behalf of the Board, support the CEO to lead effectively. This includes setting clear objectives and running annual performance reviews.
- Empower every Trustee. Help get the best from every Trustee by encouraging everyone to bring their unique talents and skills. Encourage Trustees to support relevant executive team members.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications (Essential):
- Leadership experience. Experience of leading at a senior or Board level in a high-profile organisation.
- Commercial awareness. Experience of taking a commercial perspective. Willingness for a considered risk appetite.
- Understanding of governance. A clear understanding of being a Trustee. This includes the duties and responsibilities that come with the role.
- Ability to lead meetings. Skilled in chairing meetings and encouraging participation. Clear communication and working well with people skills. Able to represent Scope externally with high profile individuals.
- Strategic vision and engagement. Able to guide others to focus on big picture strategy and lead decisions on it.
- Building consensus. Skilled at finding consensus with others.
- Network and influence. A network of contacts that can support Scope’s work.
- Supporting executive performance. Ability to work with and support the Chief Executive.
Desirable (Bonus) Experience:
- Understanding of the disability and charity sectors. Knowledge of issues affecting disabled people and the voluntary sector.
- Personal or lived experience of disability is considered a strong advantage.
