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Chair of Trustees

Leicester, Leicester (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Job description

New Dawn New Day is a longstanding Leicester based women’s charity. A key focus of our work is supporting women who have come into contact with Criminal Justice Services or are at risk of offending, delivering a range of practical and emotional support designed to meet their multiple and complex needs.

If you have a commitment to, but not necessarily experience of working in the women’s sector, this role is a great opportunity to use your experience and leadership skills to help drive forward our work and build on our excellent reputation.

We are looking for a Chair to lead the Board, oversee our strategic direction ensure effective governance & inspire us.

 

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring effective governance

  • Providing support and leadership to ensure trustees fulfil their duties and contribute to strategic decision-making
  • Maintain a supportive team culture among trustees, leveraging their varied experiences and networks for the charity's benefit
  • Supporting new trustees to develop their participation and contribution
  • Oversee the plan for trustee recruitment to ensure succession, diversity & relevant skills

Development of the charity’s long-term strategy

  • Working in collaboration with trustees, the CEO, and the Senior Executive Team to oversee the development of the long-term strategic plan
  • Review  delivery of the annual plan to achieve funding & project objectives
  • Research broader networks, potential partnerships & stakeholders to support the charity's strategic goals and funding requirements

Working with the CEO

  • Develop a productive working relationship
  • Agree their annual objectives and provide support and oversight to deliver them

Acting as a representative of the charity

  • Be an ambassador, developing our network with decision makers and other stakeholders as appropriate

 For more details on the role & candidate requirements please find attached our Candidate pack for more details

Application resources
Posted by
New Dawn New Day Ltd View profile Company size Size: 6 - 10

A brighter future for women

Posted on: 16 April 2024
Closing date: 15 July 2024 at 23:59
Tags: Social Care/Development, Management, Trustees, Advocacy, Business Development, Governance

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