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UK Feminista
Greater London (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Job description

About the role

UK Feminista is looking for people committed to feminism and women’s equality to join our volunteer Board of Directors.

Founded in 2010, UK Feminista is a charitable organisation working for a society free from sexism and violence against women and girls. We campaign for systemic change so that women can enjoy their rights as enshrined in the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. We exist to tackle the root causes of sex inequality. Our core programmes are combating commercial sexual exploitation; and tackling sexism and sexual harassment in education. Learn more about our team and values here

The role of the Board of Directors is to:  

  • Take legal and financial responsibility in order to safeguard the assets and the continuity of UK Feminista.  

  • Be satisfied that financial information is accurate and that financial management systems and controls are robust and defensible.  

  • Ensure that UK Feminista complies with its Articles of Association, company law and other relevant legislation and regulations.  

  • Ensure that the policies and practices of UK Feminista meets the organisation’s needs, are in keeping with its charitable objects and UK Feminista strives to achieve best practice.   

  • Further the charitable objects of UK Feminista.  

In carrying out the collective responsibilities of the Board, the role of the individual Director is to:  

  • Follow UK Feminista’s Code of Conduct at all times.  

  • Declare conflicts of interest and exercise confidentiality and independent judgement at all times.  

  • Contribute relevant knowledge and expertise to the organisation’s activities at the request of the Director.  

  • Be a proactive advocate for UK Feminista.  

  • Act as an ambassador to UK Feminista, including building the profile of the organisation; seeking relevant fundraising  connections and support; and representing the organisation at meetings and acting as spokesperson when requested by the Director.  

  • Contribute to the development of the organisational strategy through providing support, constructive challenge and ideas, in collaboration with the Director.  

About you 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not require previous board experience. We particularly encourage applications from Black and ethnically minoritised, disabled and neurodivergent individuals.   

Person specification – Member of the Board of Directors:  

  • Strong commitment to the aims of UK Feminista.  

  • Strong understanding of sex inequality and commercial sexual exploitation.  

  • An ability to work effectively as part of a team.  

  • An ability and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to complete Board Member duties. 

  • An ability to think strategically and exercise good judgement.  

  • An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a Board Member. 

  • An understanding of and commitment to upholding the Board’s governance role as distinct from the operational role of staff.  

  • Knowledge, skills and experience in a field or practice of relevance to UK Feminista’s activities.  

  • A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.  

We are seeking particular expertise in these areas: 

  • Data protection 

  • Finance and fundraising – in particular, fundraising areas outside of grants, and strategic partnership development

  • Digital, marketing and public relations 

  • Experience completing organisational transition to CIO 

Level of commitment 

This is a hands-on Board Member role. As well as four 90-minute online board meetings a year and attending an annual in-person Away Day in London, Board Members attend additional adhoc meetings, events and provide organisational support as needed. 

UK Feminista is a non-profit company limited by guarantee. No one on the Board of Directors is personally liable. 

How to apply 

To apply, please send a CV and a covering letter about why you are interested in becoming a UK Feminista Board Member and how your skills and experience would help UK Feminista achieve its mission.

Organisation
UK Feminista View profile Organisation type Non Charity Employer Company size 1 - 5

Working for a society in which women and girls live free from sexism and violence

Posted on: 09 June 2026
Closing date: 13 July 2026 at 09:00
Tags: Campaigns, Advocacy, Education, Gender / Gender Based Violence, Modern Slavery / Human Trafficking, Politics, Safeguarding, Students / School, Women's Rights, Youth / Children

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