Chair of Trustees

As Professor Jane Anderson steps down in 2025, National AIDS Trust (NAT) is seeking a new Chair to guide us into our next chapter.

This is a pivotal moment for NAT as we develop our next five-year strategy, shaping our efforts to achieve the government’s goal of eliminating all new HIV transmissions by 2030. At the same time, we will continue our vital work to reduce and eliminate HIV-related stigma. Collaboration remains at the heart of our approach as we work alongside the government, partners, and stakeholders to drive meaningful change for people living with and at risk of HIV.

Our next Chair will play a crucial role in achieving these goals, providing strategic leadership and supporting both the Chief Executive and the Board as we navigate key challenges and opportunities in the years ahead.

We are seeking an individual who embodies NAT’s values and brings a deep commitment to equality and human rights.

Main responsibilities:

Providing Strategic Leadership: Collaborating with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Board of Trustees to guide the direction of National AIDS Trust.

Inspiring the Board and Stakeholders: Promoting the organisation’s vision and mission, motivating both internal and external stakeholders.

Leading Strategic Reviews: Working with the Board, CEO, and senior staff to regularly assess and refine National AIDS Trust’s strategic aims and objectives.

Strong Chairing: Demonstrating excellent chairing skills to ensure the Board operates cohesively, with effective agenda-setting and diligent follow-up on decisions made.

Fostering Board Culture: Cultivating a positive, collaborative culture within the Board, subcommittees, and other working groups, ensuring that they function efficiently.

Oversight of Financial Health: Ensuring the Board is assured of the robustness of National AIDS Trust’s finances, overseeing annual business planning, and approving the budget.

Financial Stewardship: Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation and that funds are used in accordance with its objectives and relevant regulations.

Collaborating Across the Organisation: Building effective working relationships with Trustees, the CEO, staff, and volunteers to achieve National AIDS Trust's goals.

Appointing and Developing Trustees: Leading the recruitment, appraisal, and development of a diverse group of high-calibre Trustees, ensuring a range of skills, expertise, and perspectives to support the organisation's aims.

Ensuring Governance Compliance: Overseeing governance practices and ensuring the charity complies with the law and Charity Commission guidelines.

Ambassadorship: Representing National AIDS Trust as an ambassador, utilising your networks to further the organisation’s interests and raise its profile.

Commitment and Terms

The role requires a full and active commitment to the charity’s work, with the following expected involvement:

• Chairing quarterly Board meetings.
• Attending and sometimes chairing subcommittee meetings, including ad hoc Nominations and Appointments Committee meetings, as well as biannual Advisory Committee meetings.
• Regular (currently monthly) phone or video calls with the CEO.
• Representing the charity at additional engagements, as necessary.