Chair of Trustees

This role is a unique opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to guide Grow as we expand our mission. We are looking for a Chair who can bring strong leadership to our Trustee board and champion our nature-based youth work.

You will be responsible for creating an inclusive environment where every trustee's skills and voice are valued. This role involves providing overall governance for the board, offering direct support to our CEO, and ensuring our financial oversight and risk management are robust.

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about our work and has a strong network. You will be instrumental in helping to shape and support our new five-year strategy and championing Grow in your personal and professional life, including connecting us with individuals who can help us grow our impact.

Role responsibilities

• Chair Grow’s Trustee meetings creating an inclusive environment where all trustees are able to contribute and their individual skills and strengths are appreciated
• Support Grow’s CEO
• Support Grow’s fundraising events
• Provide overall governance for the trustee group and the charity
• Help to develop and support the new 5 year strategy
• Champion Grow in personal and professional life linking in with large net worth individuals where possible
• Hold responsibility for the risk register and overall risk management for the board
• Have overall accountability for financial oversight of the charity - supported by the trustee in charge of finance