Charity Trustee

Vacancy - Trustee

Are you passionate about issues affecting women and want to work to make a real difference to the community?

Anawim – Birmingham’s Centre for Women – is looking for an inspiring and dynamic individual to join our board of Trustees.

Anawim is a Birmingham charity committed to working with and for women.

We offer gender responsive and trauma-informed support, to enable women to reach their potential. We do this through wraparound services including long-term specialist provisions alongside other practical resources, both in the community and in prison.

Our vision is for a world where women and girls are safe, free, valued, and empowered members of society.

We are based in a diverse area and seek to represent the women we work with, so we particularly welcome applicants from the Global majority.

Role: Trustees are pivotal in guiding Anawim’s strategic direction and ensuring we achieve our goals. You will provide strong governance, oversight, and support to the senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

•        Ensure the charity is compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements.

•        Support the CEO and senior management in delivering Anawim’s strategic objectives.

•        Foster a collaborative and inclusive board culture.

•        Act as an ambassador for Anawim, promoting our work and expanding our network of supporters and partners.

•        Oversee the financial health and sustainability of the organisation.

What We Are Looking For:

•        Understanding of governance, finance, and strategic planning.

•        Good communication and interpersonal skills.

•        Passion for women’s rights and social justice.

•        Ability to commit time to read papers in advance, attend board meetings and events and provide guidance as needed.

Why Join Anawim?

•        Be part of a transformative organisation that makes a real impact in women's lives.

•        Work with a dedicated and passionate team of staff and volunteers.

•        Support an organisation with a strong reputation and a supportive community.

•        Develop and share your expertise while contributing to meaningful change.

We would love to hear from you if you are ready to make a difference.

How to Apply:

Please email joy doal@ anawim .co .uk If you would like to visit and have an informal chat, or send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment @ anawim .co . uk.

Join us at Anawim and help us continue to provide hope, support, and opportunities for women, and to advocate for them, in Birmingham and beyond.

Anawim is committed to promoting equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly those from underrepresented groups. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and lived experience and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. For more information about Anawim, please visit our website.

The board meets quarterly, sometimes hybrid but preferably in person. 

The position is voluntary, out of pocket expenses can be covered.