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Vauxhall City Farm is one of the oldest and most centrally located city farms in London, but we offer far more than a traditional farm experience. We are a sanctuary in the heart of the city - providing life-changing opportunities for individuals and communities across some of London’s most disadvantaged boroughs, while also offering a safe, welcoming and inclusive green space for all.
Each year, we welcome around 60,000 visitors, including 7,000 children and young people from local schools and colleges who participate in workshops and educational activities, alongside over 50,000 members of the wider community who engage with our mobile farm, volunteering, training, development programmes and outreach initiatives.
We are looking for exceptional individuals to join our Board of Trustees, helping to shape the future direction, governance and long-term sustainability of the charity.
As a Trustee, you will work collaboratively with fellow Board members and the leadership team, providing strategic guidance, constructive challenge and support across key areas of the organisation’s work.
We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring skills and experience in the following areas: fundraising, marketing and communications, safeguarding, volunteering, community engagement, and health and safety.
Joining our Board offers diverse and challenging opportunities for those passionate about shaping the charity’s future. As a Trustee, you’ll have the chance to contribute your ideas and influence at Board meetings and stakeholder events.
You do not need to have previous Trustee experience to apply.
We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about our mission and can bring fresh perspectives,
professional expertise and a commitment to making a difference. We provide all Trustees with a thorough induction and ongoing support for their development and engagement. In return, you’ll experience the satisfaction of seeing impactful initiatives come to life.
Whether your experience comes from the charity sector or elsewhere, you will be able to contribute constructively to Board discussions, provide appropriate support and challenge to the Executive and fellow Trustees, and help guide the long-term success and sustainability of the organisation.
We are particularly interested in people who can bring expertise in areas such as fundraising, marketing and communications, safeguarding, volunteering, health and safety, education or community engagement.
Our mission is to use the setting of our urban farm to provide a wide range of educational, recreational and therapeutic support programmes.



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- Role Purpose:
Help grow the sanctuary's network of supporters by building relationships with businesses, brands, media, influencers, and community organizations to increase awareness, secure donations, sponsorships, and create partnership opportunities that support dog rescue and adoption efforts.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify potential corporate partners, sponsors, and donors
- Reach out to local and international businesses
- Develop sponsorship and fundraising opportunities
- Build relationships with pet brands, retailers, and service providers
- Contact influencers, creators, and media outlets
- Seek in-kind donations (food, supplies, veterinary support, transport, etc.)
- Promote adoption campaigns through partnerships
- Maintain a database of contacts and opportunities
- Represent the sanctuary professionally in external communications
Ideal Skills
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience in sales, fundraising, partnerships, PR, marketing, or business development is a plus
- Comfortable with email outreach and networking
- Passion for animal welfare
- Self-motivated and organized
By helping secure partnerships and sponsorships, you will directly support the care of rescue dogs, increase adoption opportunities, and help the sanctuary reach more supporters worldwide.
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For the public benefit and advancement of animal welfare in Europe by the relieving of the suffering of animals.
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We are looking for our next Chair of Trustees – someone who will work closely with our Executive Team and Board to guide the organisation through what is both a challenging and genuinely exciting time. The funding environment is tough. The political context is difficult. And yet the need for what we do has never been greater.
This is an unpaid voluntary role. Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our Volunteer Expenses Policy.
The successful candidate will lead a vibrant, well-established, national charity as it navigates the next chapter of its story.
Main tasks
- Developing and setting our future strategy, alongside the Executive Team and other Trustees
- Helping shape and deliver our future, identifying opportunities in an evolving landscape
- Leading the Board of Trustees, including regular 1:1s and providing space for reflection
- Acting as a 'critical friend' to our Executive Team, as well as formal line management to the CEO (and COO in their absence)
- Acting as an ambassador for the charity – raising awareness of what we do and engaging potential supporters and other key stakeholders
- Responsibility, along with the other trustees, for the governance of the charity
- Contributing to the ongoing strategy of the charity, in line with our charitable objectives
- Participating in board meetings and sub-committees in an inclusive and thoughtful way
Please download our Chair Application Pack for more information.
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