Supporter Development Manager Volunteer Roles in Edinburgh

Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Honorary Secretary and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Honorary Secretary you would be using your skills and experience to support the leadership and strategic direction of our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years, becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.

Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:

 · increased independence and self-confidence

· improved mental well-being

· reduction in social isolation

· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.

· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.

We are looking for an active and well-organised Secretary who can provide support for our governance functions. You will be required to attend and minute online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.

We are a charity that focuses on education and campaigning to support the needs wider community and of people seeking sanctuary primarily within Swindon but also considering the national situation too.

The Chair should be able to lead the charity over the next 3-5 years and empower the trustees and paid members of staff to work towards achieving all of our charitable objectives.  We are looking for an individual with a passion for the fair treatment of people seeking sanctuary within Swindon and for the education of the town's population as to the value of this group to our wider community.

What are we looking for?

A commitment to the vision and mission of Swindon City of Sanctuary.

Successful experience of operating effectively in leadership roles, ideally leading diverse teams, within a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation.

An understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Charity Manager and acceptance of the legal dues, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.

Demonstrable ability and experience of building and sustaining relationships with stakeholders and colleagues to achieve organisational objectives.

Knowledge of current global/national/local context relating to migration and seeking sanctuary

An ability to work effectively as a member of a team Preparedness to make difficult  recommendations to the Board, when necessary, with diplomacy.

A history of impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences.

Willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries when required.

Lived experience of migration or seeking sanctuary would be welcomed.

Specific skills, experiences or areas of expertise to complement the existing members of the Board.

Knowledge of the Swindon community

Previous chairing experience and human resources knowledge

The full list of skills, experience and qualities are listed on the attached Job Description.

Generally we are looking for someone with leadership experience/skills, who can plan strategically taking the rest of the team with them.

What difference will you make?

This position will give the successful individual a chance to lead a well respected local charity and develop its influence over the next 5 years.  You will be able to see Swindon further develop as a safe place for people seeking sanctuary and a local population who fully understand their role in being part of the process.

With our links to the national City of Sanctuary organisation you will be able to lead campaigns that will help to shape government policy on all areas of immigration policy.

Before you apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining why you feel you are suitable for the post.   You will then be contacted and an informal meeting will be arranged.

Fundraising and Events Officer Role

Description and Person Specification

About Pain Concern

Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who care for them, whether family, friends or healthcare professionals. Visit our website to find out more about what we do, including our Airing Pain radio programme, Pain Matters magazine, information helpline, community pain education sessions and our research and campaigning work. All pain is unpleasant, but for the 7.8 million people in the UK living with long-term pain it is a part of everyday life. It diminishes quality of life more than any other condition, leading often to loss of work, depression and disability. Anyone at any age can develop persistent pain and you will very probably know somebody affected. Although there is usually no cure, people who receive the appropriate treatment, information and support can manage their condition effectively with life-changing results.

Purpose of Volunteer Role

Pain Concern could not exist without our volunteers. We are looking for someone with an interest in chronic pain to help raise funds for Pain Concern by coordinating fundraising events. 

What would you be doing:

• Maintain communications those fundraising in aid of Pain Concern and provide support

• With support from the Fundraising Team, Fundraising Steering Group and your fellow volunteers, help to plan and deliver events and activities to raise funds and awareness

• Send out fundraising packs

• Liaise with Media Team for publicising fundraisers and events

• Maintain a list of fundraising opportunities such as walks and marathons

• Help develop and maintain the fundraising section of Pain Concern’s website

• Research opportunities to promote community fundraising

• Develop links with local businesses

• Research and organise local fundraising events

• Recruit community fundraisers to support events in their area

• Attend events organised by our fundraisers as the ‘face’ of Pain Concern

• Maintain a database of contact and other ad hoc admin support for the team as required 

Is this role right for me: We are looking for an individual who possesses some or all of the below experiences, skills and qualities.
• Budgeting

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in event management

• Interest in chronic pain

• Ability to work flexibly with enthusiasm and commitment

• Strong IT skills and knowledge of MS Office 

Availability and location Minimum commitment of 6 months. Minimum 2-3 hours per week. Hybrid volunteering from our office at Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh EH15 3HS or from your own location.

Benefits to you:

• Experience volunteering as part of a friendly team

• Meet new people

• Build on your employability skills

• Training and a dedicated volunteer line manager looking after you

• A job reference after 6 months of volunteering.

• Satisfaction of giving a valuable service to the community

• On-site car parking

• Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our Volunteer Policy

Our partner is an international non-profit that contributes to the protection of human rights defenders throughout the world, providing them with tools to manage their own security in the face of risks, threats and attacks.

They are seeking a Treasurer, with previous Board level experience in an international or regional organisation, to oversee all aspects of their finances and to keep their International Board up to speed on the financial health of the organisation so that they can make better decisions.

The Treasurer will be part of a multi-national and diverse group of experts who collectively work towards the improvement of the protection of human rights defenders throughout the world. The postholder will guide and advise the International Board in the approval and review of annual budgets, accounts, financial statements, and advise them on the financial implications of their decisions. The Treasurer will also provide strategic advice to support the Management Team and the Head of Finance and Administration.

The International Board meets 4-6 times per year, in online/ hybrid meetings lasting four hours (two hours over two days), typically on Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday afternoons. There will also be regular meetings with the Head of Finance and Administration as required.

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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a remote-based volunteer Events Manager to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: The Major Gifts Officer will work closely with the Head of Fundraising to secure major gifts and execute effective fundraising campaigns that inspire donor engagement and achieve revenue goals in alignment with ADC’s fundraising strategy and mission.

Division: Social Impact

Department: Fundraising

Position Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Job type: Remote

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate and solicit high-net-worth individuals, foundations and corporations capable of making significant financial contributions
• Work closely with the Head of Fundraising on developing and executing personalized engagement strategies to secure major gifts and build long-term relationships with major donors, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations and foundations
• Design, implement and manage comprehensive fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, corporate sponorships, email appeal and crowdfunding among other initiatives to meet targets in alignment with ADC’s fundraising strategy
• Coordinate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of fundraising targets
• Coordinate with ADC’s marketing team to ensure consistency in messaging and branding as well as to ensure effective usage of fundraising platforms and digital tools to maximize campaign reach and visibility
• Report regularly to the Head of Fundraising on campaign progress, achievements and challenges against relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Oversee the stewardship and acknowledgement of major donors to ensure ongoing engagement and support
• Undertake responsibility for carrying out other relevant tasks as required 

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Expertise

Essential

• Graduate/ Post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies, business management or equivalent

• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in fundraising in a development context (preferably in Africa)
• Proven track record in designing, managing and executing successful fundraising campaigns and in closing gifts in a 5-6 figure range
• Good knowledge of the giving cycle and donor cultivation strategies

• Excellent interpersonal, networking and time management skills and the ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Strategic thinking with the ability to coordinate with departments, organize and prioritize workload and adhere to deadlines 

• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment  

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team

• A committed team player with outstanding communication skills  
• Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week

Desirable

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

· Experience in closing major gifts in the non-profit sector in Kenya
 

What ADC Offers You:
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

· Professional learning and career development opportunities
 

· An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
 

· An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts
of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
 

· An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
 

· We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg

 The Fundraising Coordinator will plan and oversee fundraising initiatives to generate financial support for Light Up Children’s projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute creative fundraising campaigns.

• Organise community events, online fundraising drives, and corporate partnerships.

• Engage with donors and supporters to encourage long-term giving.

• Track fundraising progress and ensure compliance with charity regulations.

• Work closely with the Grants Officer and Communications team to maximise fundraising efforts.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passion for fundraising and charity work.

• Strong communication and networking skills.

• Experience in event planning, corporate sponsorships, or online fundraising (preferred but not required).

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a remote-based volunteer Events Manager to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: The Major Gifts and Grants Officer will work closely with the Head of Fundraising to secure major gifts and execute effective fundraising campaigns that inspire donor engagement and achieve revenue goals in alignment with ADC’s fundraising strategy and mission.

Division: Social Impact

Department: Fundraising

Position Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Job type: Remote

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate and solicit high-net-worth individuals, foundations and corporations capable of making significant financial contributions
• Work closely with the Head of Fundraising on developing and executing personalized engagement strategies to secure major gifts and build long-term relationships with major donors, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations and foundations
• Design, implement and manage comprehensive fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, corporate sponorships, email appeal and crowdfunding among other initiatives to meet targets in alignment with ADC’s fundraising strategy
• Coordinate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of fundraising targets
• Coordinate with ADC’s marketing team to ensure consistency in messaging and branding as well as to ensure effective usage of fundraising platforms and digital tools to maximize campaign reach and visibility
• Report regularly to the Head of Fundraising on campaign progress, achievements and challenges against relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Oversee the stewardship and acknowledgement of major donors to ensure ongoing engagement and support
• Undertake responsibility for carrying out other relevant tasks as required 

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Expertise

Essential
 

• Graduate/ Post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies, business management or equivalent

• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in fundraising in a development context (preferably in Africa)
• Proven track record in designing, managing and executing successful fundraising campaigns and in closing gifts in a 5-6 figure range
• Good knowledge of the giving cycle and donor cultivation strategies

• Excellent interpersonal, networking and time management skills and the ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Strategic thinking with the ability to coordinate with departments, organize and prioritize workload and adhere to deadlines 

• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment  

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team

• A committed team player with outstanding communication skills  
• Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week

Desirable

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

·Experience in closing major gifts in the non-profit sector in Kenya
 

What ADC Offers You:
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

·Professional learning and career development opportunities
 

·An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
 

·An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts
of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
 

·An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
 

·We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg

Aspens are looking for trustees to join us on the next exciting part of our journey. We'd love to hear from you if you have accountancy, social care, business development or fundraising experience.

What will you be doing?

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism? Do you have the skills, experience, and dedication to help guide a forward-thinking charity? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About Aspens CharitiesAt Aspens we provide high quality care and support to people on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities; and their families; meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South-East.

Why Become a Trustee?As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in overseeing the governance and strategic direction of Aspens Charities. You will work alongside a committed Board to ensure our services remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with our core values.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership, ensuring Aspens meets its charitable objectives.
• Oversee financial management, risk assessment, and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Support and challenge the Executive Team to drive excellence in service delivery.
• Act as an ambassador for Aspens, promoting our work and values.
• Attend Board meetings and contribute to key strategic decisions.

What We’re Looking For:We welcome applications from individuals with diverse professional backgrounds. Key attributes include:

• A strong commitment to the aims and values of Aspens Charities.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Willingness to dedicate time to Board meetings and governance activities.
• Integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:

• Accountancy
• Health & Social Care sector knowledge
• Fundraising and business development

Time Commitment & LocationThis is a voluntary, unpaid role with reasonable expenses covered. The Board meets approximately three times a year, with 3 committee meetings and occasional additional meetings or events. Meetings are held in person and virtually.

What are we looking for?

• Commitment to the goals and aims of the charity. 
• Dedication to the role and a willingness to devote the required time. 
• The ability to make good independent judgements. 
• Being able to think creatively. 
• Understanding the importance of carrying out required legal duties. 
• Proven strategic abilities that can be used to create effective plans. 
• Strength of character coupled with the ability to voice concerns and opinions.
• Proven experience working as a member of successful teams. 
• Integrity and objectivity which can be applied to all aspects of the role.

Experience of either accountancy or fundraising / income generation. 

What difference will you make?

As a Trustee, your leadership will directly shape the future of Aspens Charities and the lives of the people we support. You will help:

• Improve Quality of Care – Ensuring individuals with learning disabilities and autism receive the best possible support.
• Drive Strategic Growth – Expanding and developing services to reach more people in need.
• Ensure Financial Sustainability – Overseeing resources to secure long-term impact.
• Strengthen Governance – Upholding transparency, compliance, and ethical leadership.

Your expertise will make a lasting difference, creating a more inclusive society where everyone can thrive.

Vista is changing.

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Financial Advisor

Do you have a deep understanding of charity finances, but don’t want to be tied to a trustee role? By joining Vista for the next 12 to 24 months as a Volunteer Financial Advisor, you'll play a crucial role in supporting Vista transform. Your financial expertise will help us:

·Enhance Services: Ensure we have the resources to provide vital services to those in need.

·Empower Individuals: Support programs that empower individuals to lead better lives.

·Strengthen Our Impact: Help us reach more people and make a lasting difference in our community.

Ready to use your financial skills for a great cause? Apply today and join our dedicated team at Vista! Together, we can transform the lives of people affected by sight loss.

Location: Mostly remote; head office in Leicester with regular video calls.

Compensation: This is a voluntary role, but we will reimburse reasonable expenses.

Time Commitment: Attend monthly online meetings, regular calls with finance leaders, and additional meetings as needed.

Read the role description in the attachment below. We are reviewing CV’s as they come in. Send a CV and a few lines on why you wish to be considered for this role as soon as possible.

The Organisation
Tearfund is a Christ-centred INGO, founded in 1968. We have a huge vision: to see all people freed from poverty, living transformed lives and reaching their God-given potential. Tearfund’s role is to be a highly effective, servant-hearted partner of local churches. We currently support 31,000 churches in more than 50 of the world’s poorest countries, and our aspiration is to equip 250,000 churches to be transformation centres for their communities and countries. As we do this, we are seeing extraordinary and sustained change at both individual and community level, across a wide range of countries and contexts. The church is the largest civil society organisation on the planet, and we believe the church is the most powerful agent of holistic, transformational change in the world.

To find out more about the work Tearfund do, visit the website.

The Role:
In addition to the specific requirements for the Digital Trustee set out below, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they:

• Are a committed Christian, actively involved in their local church and willing to affirm Tearfund’s statement of faith, with some understanding of the evangelical constituency of the church in the country and region in which they live;
• Have an understanding of good governance and some governance experience, and are able to contribute on the wide range of governance issues that the Board may address;
• Have a reasonable understanding of the developmental and theological issues relating to Tearfund and a strong commitment to justice for people living in poverty.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in digital strategy and transformation, including areas  such as digital innovation in fundraising and development work, agile transformation, service design, data transformation, and horizon scanning  future trends.
• Ability to communicate complex digital concepts in an accessible way, fostering a culture of shared digital responsibility across the board.
• A strong understanding of the ethical and social implications of digital innovations, ensuring that Tearfund’s digital strategies remain consistent with our Christian values and commitment to justice.
• The ability to communicate complex digital concepts effectively to non- specialists, fostering a collaborative and inclusive governance environment.
• Desirable: Strong knowledge of risk management, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery planning, with a track record of implementing effective strategies in these areas.

Further Information
For comprehensive information about Tearfund, the role responsibilities and the person we are looking for, please download the Candidate Information Document.

How to Apply
If you are passionate about joining Tearfund and believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply with the following:

• An up-to-date CV
• A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, detailing why you would like to be considered, your relevant experience and expertise and what you think you can bring to the role, and confirmation that you can affirm Tearfund's statement of faith.

All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Trustees Unlimited (part of the Russam group). This is a global search.

All applications should be sent to Trustees Unlimited.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter, Managing Partner - Charities.

Closing date for applications: Friday 21st March 2025
Interviews with Tearfund: Early April 2025 (date tbc)

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer will be second in charge of the organization and will support the management of other executives through directly overseeing the c level team and by overseeing the general operations of the organization to ensure it runs smoothly. They will also carry out tasks to support the CEO and contribute effectively towards the development of the organization. 

Key responsibilities:

• To oversee other c level executives

• To oversee and manage the general operations of the organization 

• To carry out tasks as delegated by the Chief Executive Officer 

• To provide senior leadership resilience, supporting the CEO and other c level officers ensuring the organizations runs smoothly

• Contribute to the organization's strategic planning and development

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with others

• Capable of contributing to the development of the organization

• Excellent management skills

• Previous experience in c level or director level positions

• Experience in the charity sector

• Ability to manage a large workload through the use of task systems and IT

We are recruiting a number of new trustees to our Board, particularly individuals with a background and skills in clinical psychological care, finance, fundraising and/or marketing and communications, digital, data and technology, and more generally in the charity sector, to join our talentedand collegiate team.

For more than 80 years, Fire Fighters Charity has stood side-by-side with the UK’s fire and rescue services community, as a trusted source of clinical care and support, an independent shoulder to lean on, and an enabler for positive health and wellbeing change.

Our Board, together with our dynamic and developing Senior Leadership Team take pride in the quality of our services, our relationships and partnerships, and the rich history of our charity and the fire sector more generally. For us, it is a pleasure to apply our skills and expertise to this compelling cause, and an organisation that can mean the difference between darkness and light, despair and hope, and to be able to see firsthand the relief, respite, wellbeing and happiness our services can bring. Our teams of staff and volunteers, right across the UK, are ambitious, dynamic and committed; we invite you to consider joining us on our journey.

The role:

• Ensure the charity and its subsidiaries comply with the charity’s governing document (Articles of Association), charity law,  company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

• Ensure the charity pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.

• Ensure the charity applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives.

• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving strategic direction to Fire Fighters Charity, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets, and evaluating performance against these.

• Ensure the financial stability of the charity - protect and manage the charity, ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds.

• Safeguard the good name and values of Fire Fighters Charity and its subsidiaries. Principal trustee responsibilities:

In addition to these statutory duties, trustees should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board make appropriate and timely decisions, for example by scrutinising performance information, leading discussions and dialogue about key issues, providing advice and steer, evaluating or offering advice on areas where a trustee may have particular expertise.

We are looking for individuals with strong personal commitment to Fire Fighters Charity’s work and objectives, and a desire to develop and promote the charity so that we can extend our reach and grow our impact.

Shannon Trust Volunteer Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Volunteer

Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy levels amongst people in prison?

Shannon Trust’s vision is of a future where everyone can experience the positive impact of learning.  As our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Volunteer your role will help us to make this a reality by providing support with a variety of EDIB administrative tasks. This will include supporting with organising EDIB meetings, training and events, taking minutes for EDIB meetings and focus groups, explore EDIB data and information, and other EDIB related admin tasks as needed. We are seeking a proactive, committed, and enthusiastic individual to join our team and help us continue our journey.

This is a home-based role and we are looking for a volunteer who can commit to 7 hours per week on a consistent and reliable basis - the role has been listed as permanent however this is a voluntary role only. The individual will ideally have previous experience of working with a Diversity and Inclusion role or is keen to gain experience.  The ideal candidate will have an awarenss of religous and cultural events, able to operate relevant IT applications including Microsoft Office, have experience of working under pressure and to deadlines and have access to a personal laptop and homeworking space. 

Volunteer benefits include; induction training and ongoing training, support and development in the role, flexible working, recognition for your contribution and reimbursement of expenses where applicable. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.

We welcome volunteer applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions.

Closing date: Midnight Monday 3 March - Please note interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and we may close this vacancy early. 

We're looking for a new Chair of Trustees to lead The Jo Cox Foundation as we continue making meaningful change on issues that the late Jo Cox MP was passionate about. We are looking for a high-profile, influential and well networked leader to support the development of the Foundation through our next phase.

Who we are

The Jo Cox Foundation makes meaningful change on issues that the late Jo Cox MP was passionate about.

We are a small charity and, like Jo, we believe that a kinder, fairer and more connected world is possible. Underpinning this belief is the understanding that we have more in common than that which divides us. As we work to make change, we follow Jo’s example of collaborating with others and bringing people together to achieve more than we can alone.

We work in three areas: we nurture stronger communities, champion respect in politics, and advocate for a fairer world.

About the role

The role of the Chair is to work in partnership with the CEO and the rest of the Board to provide strategic leadership for The Jo Cox Foundation, and to develop a high performing Board of Trustees to ensure the effective governance of the organisation.

This is an unpaid, voluntary role. The Jo Cox Foundation will pay reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel expenses.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a high-profile, influential and well networked individual to lead our Board of Trustees. You’ll be willing to use your personal profile and networks to support the development of the Foundation through our next phase, helping us to grow our income, activities and impact, as we continue our work on areas that Jo was passionate about.

In addition, you will have strongly held personal values which align with The Jo Cox Foundation’s vision and Jo’s ‘more in common’ ethos. These will be reflected in your respect for others and the desire to make a truly positive contribution through your work.

Applications should be made before close of business on Friday 14th March. Applications received after that day may be considered but that is not guaranteed.