Volunteer Leader Volunteer Roles

Are you passionate about nurturing future leaders and enhancing global leadership skills? The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to manage and support our Global Leadership Development (GLD) program.

 Role: GLD Management Volunteer (Part-Time)

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the implementation and progress of the GLD program.

- Ensure that volunteers and participants receive the correct training materials and MOUs.

- Monitor the signing and submission of MOUs by all participants.

- Maintain accurate records of participant progress and compliance.

- Coordinate with the HR and training teams to address any issues or improvements.

- Provide regular updates and reports on the status of the GLD program.

Requirements:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Experience in leadership development or training programs is a plus.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.

- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.

What We Offer:

- An opportunity to support global leadership and development efforts.

- Experience in managing and implementing leadership programs.

- Personal and professional growth opportunities.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Join us in developing the leaders of tomorrow and making a global impact!

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Together, we can achieve great things.

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501(c)(3) international non-profit organization founded in 2001. We provide education and safe Children's Homes to impoverished children in Indonesia, Kenya, and Thailand through our five IHF Centers.

Our Mission

1. Educate Marginalized Children: Activate their highest potential and nurture loving communities. The happiness of our world's children rises above all political and religious differences and equates to the quality of our world's happiness tomorrow.

2. Educate Global Citizens: Through communication and real-life experiences, both online and in person, we teach about the realities of marginalized communities and impart practical skills for aiding needed efforts, thus giving a voice to the voiceless.

Our Vision

“To develop global leaders with cross-cultural experiences and respect for different cultures from varying socioeconomic backgrounds, equipped to make decisions that serve, positively impact, promote, and protect the dignity and humanity of people everywhere.”

Volunteer Role

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team at the IHF Thailand Center in Chiang Rai. Volunteers will gain invaluable experience in international team leadership, coordination of center activities, and engagement with the local community.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotational assignments in the core components of the International Humanity Foundation, including:

  • Center operations

  • Legalities

  • Community development

  • Finance

  • Fundraising

  • Media and communications

  • And more

• Assist in coordinating center activities

• Report to the CEO and Center Directors

What We Offer

• Accommodation: Room with bed and mattress provided.

• Electricity and Wi-Fi: Stable network to carry on online tasks.

• Global Leadership Development (GLD): A one-year training program equipping you with skills to run an international organization as a director.

• Stipend:

  • $35/month for the first 3 months

  • $65/month for months 4-6

  • $85/month for months 7-9

  • $100/month for months 10-12

• Potential Employment: After one year of successfully completing the GLD training, volunteers may be considered for employment positions within the organization, if available.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma

• Basic computer knowledge

• Smartphone for communication

• Valid police clearance/good conduct certificate issued by the government

• Fluent in English

• Able to use Zoom

• Honest, well-behaved individual with no criminal record

• Ability to work with children and adhere to both national and international laws governing our operations

Join Us

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of marginalized children and eager to develop your leadership skills in a global context, we invite you to apply for this rewarding volunteer position. Help us build a brighter future, one child and one community at a time.

Chair of the Global Communities Sub-Committee

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to The Methodist Church? Are you a keen and experienced individual who is interested in supporting the work we do within the Connexional team? Could you the Chair of this exciting vital work of the connexion?

About the role

The Global Communities Sub-Committee is charged with responsibility to keep in constant review the mission and ministry of the Global Communities work across the British Connexion. The Global Communities Sub-Committee will work with relevant Connexional team members in developing new ways of working across the Connexion and advising the missions committee on polices and recommend specific learning points from these Communities that could enrich the wider mission and ministry of the Methodist Church in Britain. The Global Communities Sub-Committee will report annually to the Missions Committee.

About You

We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills, this individual will:

• Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain
• Have previous experience served as a Chair Committees at Local, District or Connexional Level
• Have an awareness of the variety of contexts that exist within the Methodist Church in Great Britain and Cross Cultural Ministry
• Have a good knowledge of the organisational arrangements of the Methodist Church.
• Have the ability to think strategically and connect vision, aims and strategies through theological reflection.
• Be a leader who is able to show humility, offer direction and able to exercise sound judgement in working with others in the Methodist Church in Britain and within the Global Communities. 
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team

We advise you to review the candidate pack, the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form. The candidate pack includes some useful information about our processes. 

If you have questions about the role or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us. 

Indicative Recruitment Timetable:

Closing date: 15th November 2024

Interview date: 19th November 2024

Provisional appointment start date: 1st December 2024 subject to Mission Committee appointment 

This is a voluntary unpaid position; however, some additional expenses can be agreed.

St John has embarked on a new journey to achieve the goal of ensuring that every community and every young person across England will be first aid confident. A leader with strategic acumen and the ability to inspire a team of key individuals towards achieving this goal and national objectives is needed.   

The Deputy Chief Commissioners will report directly to the Chief Commissioner and St John needs people who will be able to bring together, inspire and direct these important teams. They will be focused on line-managing the Commissioners of Regions and ensuring they achieve their Regional plans and budgets. 

If this sounds like you, perhaps the role of Deputy Chief Commissioner at St John, could be perfect for you?   

We need someone who is committed to equity, inclusion and the fostering of a value-based leadership culture. Diversity of background and circumstances is important to us. If childcare or caring costs would prohibit you from applying, then please talk to us as we would like to help. We will provide on the job training and support, so if you feel like you have some but not all of what we are looking for, please apply today.  

This vacancy can situated anywhere in the country.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 16 October 2024 at midnight.   

About the Youth Team role

​Youth Team Volunteers work with young people from a wide breadth of backgrounds, ensuring they really feel part of the St John family. Volunteers will help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be. 

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

Getting started

You will usually be able to start volunteering very quickly, joining your new youth unit, meeting the young people and your colleagues and beginning to learn on the job. However please be aware you will have some online training to do, and you will need to engage with classroom training opportunities when available. There is also optional training for those who wish to pursue higher youth team qualifications.

Pursuing the role

We do not have a fixed closing date, but we may pause recruitment if we become oversubscribed - so if you want to pursue this, please do not delay!

If you are not already a St John Ambulance volunteer, after getting some brief details we will first invite you to an interview with our Welcome Team.

When pursuing this role, we will check you meet the minimum criteria and then invite you to a Youth Team interview, after which we'll be able to tell you if you've been accepted for this role.

Are you passionate about nurturing future leaders and enhancing global leadership skills? The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to manage and support our Global Leadership Development (GLD) program.

 Role: GLD Management Volunteer (Part-Time)

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the implementation and progress of the GLD program.

- Ensure that volunteers and participants receive the correct training materials and MOUs.

- Monitor the signing and submission of MOUs by all participants.

- Maintain accurate records of participant progress and compliance.

- Coordinate with the HR and training teams to address any issues or improvements.

- Provide regular updates and reports on the status of the GLD program.

Requirements:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Experience in leadership development or training programs is a plus.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.

- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.

What We Offer:

- An opportunity to support global leadership and development efforts.

- Experience in managing and implementing leadership programs.

- Personal and professional growth opportunities.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Join us in developing the leaders of tomorrow and making a global impact!

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Together, we can achieve great things.

Do you - want to establish closer working relationship with the local police to improve community safety in Barnet?

Can you - spare a few hours a month to make this happen?

If so - we need volunteers to join the Barnet Safer Neighbourhood Board.

A Safer Neighbourhood Board is established in every borough giving local Londoners and victims a greater voice.

Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board entails a team of volunteers and local agencies who will work together to advise the Borough Commander.

 The Board consists of a wide range of individuals representing Barnet’s diverse communities alongside the statutory positions defined in the MOPAC Guidance, involving people of all ages and from all sections of the community. This includes those who may not have been actively involved before, who may be vulnerable or who have been a victim of crime.

Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board will be required to:

 · Help identify and advise on Barnet’s local policing

· Monitor police statistical data, performance and confidence

· Fulfil a range of specific functions.

Please see the role profile for further information.

Long Covid SOS is a registered charity dedicated to throwing a lifeline to people living with the impact of Long Covid by pushing for greater recognition and awareness, advocating for targeted research and providing support and resources. With a passionate team of volunteers and Trustees, we use our voice to promote recognition and understanding of the experiences of people with Long Covid and its devastating effects on their lives. We advocate for and encourage inclusive and appropriate research into Long Covid and support those with Long Covid to live the best lives they can by providing extensive resources and working with stakeholders to help secure effective and appropriate care and treatment for them.

Role overview:

As the Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will provide pivotal strategic and inspirational leadership and direction to the Board, ensuring that Long Covid SOS is effectively governed, and remains focused on its mission and strategic goals. This is a unique voluntary opportunity for an accomplished leader with strong governance experience to make a significant impact for those with Long Covid. You will act as an ambassador for the charity, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, partners and the wider community. The role is a remote position and will require a commitment of 2-4 days per month.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: -

· Collaborate closely with the CEO to support the delivery of Long Covid SOS’s strategic objectives.

· Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance and oversight.

· Develop and articulate a clear vision for the charity’s future.

· Collaborate with fellow Trustees to establish strategic goals and objectives and devise an execution plan to achieve these goals.

· Ensure alignment between the charity’s mission and operational activities.

· Contribute to the charity’s fundraising strategy and ensure the charity stays on target to achieve its fundraising goals.

2. Trustee Engagement: -

· Promote a culture of active engagement, collaboration, and transparency within the Board, ensuring all Trustees are effectively contributing to discussions and decision-making.

3. Meeting Facilitation: -

· Lead Trustee meetings in a manner that encourages open dialogue, ensuring that every opinion is considered and respected.

· Ensure board meetings are effective, inclusive, and focused on the charity’s key priorities.

4. Governance: -

· Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.

5. Ambassadorship: -

· The Chair will occasionally be asked to attend external events and meetings, enhancing the charity’s profile and building relationships with key stakeholders to further our goals.

Person Specification:

We are looking for an individual who embodies the spirit of Long Covid SOS and has:

• Proven experience in a significant leadership role within the charity, public or private sectors.
• Strong understanding of governance and board management, with experience in chairing meetings and committees.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• A strategic mindset and commitment to Long Covid SOS’s mission and values.
• Strong networking abilities, with experience building relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and donors.
•  An interest in a broad range of health areas, such a public health, healthcare and disability.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future direction of Long Covid SOS.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic environment working alongside passionate Trustees and volunteers.

Why Join Us?

As the Chair of Trustees of Long Covid SOS, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Long Covid community while working alongside a dedicated CEO, volunteers and Trustees, who share a passion for health advocacy.

You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the charity, driving positive change and enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Applications will be accepted until noon on Monday 25 November 2024.

Join us in making a difference – your leadership could be the key in unlocking new possibilities for our community!

About the Youth Team role

​Youth Team Volunteers work with young people from a wide breadth of backgrounds, ensuring they really feel part of the St John family. Volunteers will help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be. 

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

Getting started

You will usually be able to start volunteering very quickly, joining your new youth unit, meeting the young people and your colleagues and beginning to learn on the job. However please be aware you will have some online training to do, and you will need to engage with classroom training opportunities when available. There is also optional training for those who wish to pursue higher youth team qualifications.

Pursuing the role

We do not have a fixed closing date, but we may pause recruitment if we become oversubscribed - so if you want to pursue this, please do not delay!

If you are not already a St John Ambulance volunteer, after getting some brief details we will first invite you to an interview with our Welcome Team.

When pursuing this role, we will check you meet the minimum criteria and then invite you to a Youth Team interview, after which we'll be able to tell you if you've been accepted for this role.

A Little Bit of Sunshine UK (ALBOS UK) is seeking to recruit a Director of Education and Programmes to lead and oversee our education and outreach programmes. 

About A Little Bit of Sunshine

A Little Bit of Sunshine is a charity dedicated to giving young people a voice in shaping mental health services that work for them. By connecting young people and decision-makers, we can co-create mental health systems that are inclusive, accessible, and effective for everyone.

We're a small charity run by volunteers and are looking to expand our team as we continue to grow. We are an inclusive charity and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Overview of the role

As the Director of Programmes and Education, you will lead the development and delivery of key projects, workshops, and outreach programmes. You will manage existing projects while also developing new ones that align with the charity’s strategy, ensuring that all work is driven by the needs and experiences of young people. Additionally, you will help build and maintain relationships with external partners and key stakeholders in the charity, mental health, and youth sectors.

This new role will provide an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver programmes and educational initiatives that make a real impact on young people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the charity’s ongoing programmes and create new initiatives to meet strategic goals.
• Lead the development of an impact reporting, evaluation, and learning framework.
• Ensure that our work reflects developments in mental health, youth work, and social action.
• Build relationships with senior managers across various sectors, including charity, health, and social care.
• Work closely with the Youth Steering Group and wider team to co-create impactful programmes.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team by providing strategic advice on mental health education initiatives.

More responsibilities are listed within the attached role description.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a charity that is making a difference in the mental health landscape for young people. You will be able to shape the future of our programmes and work alongside a passionate team dedicated to creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for youth mental health.

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Selection Process

• This role will close on the 18th November 2024 at 9am.
• Stage 1 selection process: 25th-29th November
• Stage 2 Interviews: 9th-14th December

If you’re interested in this role and would like to have an informal chat, please get in touch with us!

Royal Hospital for Neurodisability  

Role: Trustees (Members of the Board of Governors) 

Remuneration: This is a voluntary position but includes reasonable expenses. 

Location: Can be based anywhere in the UK but will be expected to attend in person Board and Committee meetings in Putney 

The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a charity, independent from the NHS but working closely with it, to provide the best possible care for people living with neuro-disability. The RHN exists today as one of the oldest, independent charity hospitals in the UK, which has now been caring for people with complex neuro-disability for over 160 years.

At RHN, we don’t just treat people with profound disabilities, we care for them as individuals, creating care plans that resonate with them on a personal level, and offering practical and emotional support to them and their families every step of their journey. 

Our ‘The Path to Excellence’ strategy embodies the RHN’s commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. With recent successes like being the first independent UK hospital to receive ANCC Pathway to Excellence® accreditation and having been awarded with the Race Equality Matters Bronze Trailblazer Status, we show we are capable of fantastic achievements. 

As we look to the future, RHN is seeking new trustees to join in our mission. We are looking for individuals who share our passion and dedication to providing exceptional care, innovative research, and shaping the future of care for those affected by complex brain injury and neurological conditions. 

We are seeking to appoint four more trustees to be Board members and members of at least one major committee.    

The Board is looking for the following areas of specialism to complement our already strong leadership structure:  

• Fundraising - an experienced and entrepreneurial fundraising leader that can demonstrate impact at scale and is equipped to drive strategy and growth including diversification of funding sources  

• Technology – someone who can support the hospital to harness data insight and use Digital, Data, Technology and AI to drive strategy to support the ambitions of the charity 

• Human Resources – an experienced HR leader that brings experience of delivering people strategy and organisational development initiatives in complex environments 

• Legal -  someone who can bring knowledge and skills from practising law to the hospital, ensuring compliance, sound governance and adherence to charity law 

The RHN is a diverse organisation, in its staff and its patients and residents, and is keen that its Board of Governors should reflect that diversity. While it is essential that the Board must contain members with significant Board experience, the RHN welcomes applicants with less direct Board experience who have the other skills which it is seeking and can make an important contribution to the Board as a whole.  

For a confidential discussion please contact our recruitment advisers at GatenbySanderson.

Closing date: 9am 15th November 2024   

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.

About Access Sport

We are a national charity with a vision that no one should be excluded from the transformational benefits of community sport.

We are on a mission to make inclusion the norm in community sport by tackling the access barriers faced by disadvantaged and disabled young people, focusing on the causes of exclusion not just the symptoms.

The benefits we focus on are:

• Physical and mental health and well-being

• Personal development including life skills and prospects • Sense of belonging

• Community engagement.

What we do

We do this by training, equipping, and supporting community sports clubs, organisations and volunteers to provide inclusive programmes.

This work is either place based, Changing Places, or sport focused, Changing Sports. All the clubs we support are invited to join our Inclusive Club Network. We then use the expertise gained through this work to effect system change.

In 2023-24, we engaged over 20,000 underserved young people, with a strong representation from ethnically diverse communities, girls and previously inactive young people.

Our 20th anniversary annual review is a fantastic summary of our impact on young lives - as on website

Our Vision and Mission

What is the problem we are addressing?

Despite its proven individual and societal benefits, investment in and access to inclusive community sport and physical activity remains inadequate, with disadvantaged and disabled young people amongst the worst affected.

What is the scale of the problem?

In 2024, over four million young people currently live in poverty. Too many young people remain unable to access the life-changing benefits of community sport.

Only 47 percent of all children and young people currently meet the Chief Medical Officer’s physical activity guidelines2 and 82 percent of parents and carers are concerned about the cost of living increases on their family.

Poverty and reduced activity are also exacerbated for disabled young people with 69 percent reducing how active they are due to the cost of living crisis.

Growth Strategy

Formed in 2004, we have grown organically over time, working across multiple locations and sports, forming exciting partnerships and establishing a reputation as highly respected leaders in sport for development.

Published in 2022, Stand for Inclusion set out an ambitious growth strategy for the charity, taking our tried and tested offers to new locations and working across more sports.

The strategy aimed to communicate who we are, what we do, why we do it, as well as how we plan to scale up our work to support more disadvantaged and disabled young people.

Since the launch of Stand for Inclusion, we’ve seen unparalleled growth across the charity and are on track to achieve our goal of supporting 50,000 young people per annum by 2027.

In the last year, we have made a transformational impact on communities across the country, supporting 523 community clubs and upskilling 2,242 coaches, volunteers and Young Leaders.

We have also worked with national sporting organisations to create sector wide change, with an emphasis on making community sport a priority for the future so that together we can collaboratively address societal inequalities.

In 2024, we launched our new Manifesto for Change which sets out five ways the sector can better support underserved young people through inclusive community sport.

Our new Chair will support our Senior Leadership Team to achieve the targets set in our strategy and begin the process of creating a new strategy for 2027 and beyond. See Growth strategy on our website 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Our 2022 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategy sets out our commitment to create a more inclusive society and workplace.

Focusing on 2022-2025, this strategy sets out how we can create a strong foundation of inclusivity with a view to developing our long term EDI strategy from 2025, a project our new chair will be integral to.

Our approach to EDI goes beyond just meeting the expectations of the Equality Act 2010. It puts it at the heart of everything we do.

As an organisation, we work to address the systemic inequalities that prevent equal access to sport and physical activity.

We also strive to create an inclusive culture where our trustees, staff and volunteers feel they belong and where differences are valued.

We lead by example through sharing our learnings and listening to the community organisations we work with.

Our EDI objectives:

• Build an inclusive culture where our staff, volunteers and trustees belong, feel valued and can reach their full potential

• Use our voice to demonstrate solidarity, reduce inequalities and promote inclusion

• Cultivate an inclusive movement through our projects, increasing our engagement with diverse communities to better understand and address the barriers to accessing sport and physical activity

• Train our staff and volunteers to create a culture of ongoing learning.

Governance

Our board

The board has up to twelve trustees and meets four times a year in London or virtually.

The role of the board is to:

• Be accountable for the strategic direction of the charity

• Protect the financial stability of the charity

• Ensure compliance with governance legislation and strive for best practice

• Safeguard our reputation and values

• Guide and test the decision-making of the executive leadership.

The current board is a group of individuals with a range of skills and experience from across sport, finance, law, academia and business.

The board members are expected to sit on board committees and all trustees are expected to play an active role in providing constructive support and challenge to staff and draw on their specialist expertise to support different aspects of our work.

We have the following committees:

• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

• Finance and Audit

• Income Generation

• Nominations.

Our staff

We have a dedicated and committed team of 50 staff.

The Senior Leadership Team is composed as follows:

Helen Rowbotham Chief Executive Officer

Hayley Barton Delivery and Impact Director

Nia Rowlands Finance Director

Sue Wheeler Administration Director

Tom Dixon Fundraising and Communications Director 

Finances

We utilise a unique and proven delivery model of investing in locally owned resources, creating sustainable community assets. This allows impact to continue to grow exponentially, creating long term benefits for the entire community.

We receive income from a broad and well-balanced range of sources. Our new fundraising strategy introduced in 2022 was aligned with our growth strategy and focuses on diversifying income generation. This approach has increased the financial stability of the organisation and supported growth in line with our ambitions.

2023-24 was a very successful year where we exceeded our target to grow income to £2.5m (ending the year on £2,591,602), a 39 percent increase on 2022-23 (£1,864,566).

Funding permitting, we seek to grow our impact further over the coming years, reaching more disabled and disabled young people and achieving an even bigger impact in those communities we already work in.

How We Fund Our Work:

Charities and other not-for-profit entities 9%

Corporations 11%

Events  8%

Government and Lottery 25%

Trusts and Foundations 41%

Individuals 6%

Role of the Chair

The Chair will hold the board and Senior Leadership Team accountable for the charity’s mission and vision, provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, and ensure that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.

The Chair will also support and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive and ensure that the board functions as a unit and works closely with the Senior Leadership Team to achieve agreed objectives. In partnership with the Chief Executive, they will act as an ambassador and be the public face of the charity.

Their principal responsibilities include strategic leadership, governance, income generation and external relations, efficiency and effectiveness, and maintaining positive relationships.

Remuneration

Voluntary, though expenses for travel may be claimed.

Time commitment

Two to three days per month, including four board meetings per year and ongoing work with trustees and the Senior Leadership Team in between each meeting.

Reporting to

The Board of Trustees.

Term

Four years, with the option to renew for another four-year term by mutual agreement.

The role of Chair will also entail the following responsibilities:

Strategic leadership

Provide leadership to the board and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring we have maximum impact on our beneficiaries.

Monitor the performance and impact of the trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities.

Provide leadership for the board in its role of setting a clear strategic direction.

Responsibility for the board fulfilling its duties to maintain our sound financial health, with systems in place to allow financial accountability.

Governance

Responsibility for governance arrangements working most effectively.

Encouraging positive change and, where appropriate, addressing and resolving any conflicts within the board.

Annual appraisals of the CEO and trustees.

In consultation with the other trustees, appoint members of the board.

Income generation and external relations

Support income generation efforts and secure necessary resources to achieve our goals.

Support the management team with the maintenance of close relationships with key funders and partners.

Act as an ambassador for the cause and the charity.

Facilitate change and address any potential conflict with external stakeholders.

Efficiency and effectiveness

Chair meetings of the board of trustees effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process.

Fully engage with trustees and our wider network to ensure decisions taken are in the best, long-term interests of the charity and that the board are taking collective ownership.

Relationships with the Chief Executive and the wider management team

Establish and build a strong, effective and constructive working relationship with the Chief Executive, as they are held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives. 

Person Specification

We are enthusiastic for applications from a broad range of individuals and to consider various professional backgrounds for the role.

Although there is a preference for those with experience gained in the charitable sector, we encourage applications from those who may be less familiar with this sector, but who would offer the requisite skills to chair and a passion for community sport and inclusivity.

In addition to the qualities required of a trustee, the Chair must also meet the following requirements:

Personal qualities

Demonstrate a strong and visible commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives, mission and values.

Low-ego, consensus-oriented, and diplomatic approach to chairing, with the ability to listen and engage effectively.

Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity.

Willingness to support in charitable fundraising.

Ability to foster and promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours.

Experience

Experience operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation.

Experience in charity governance and working with or as part of a board of trustees.

Experience in chairing meetings and events.

Knowledge and skills

Broad knowledge and understanding of the Civil Society (charity) sector and current issues affecting it.

Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate staff and volunteers and bring people together.

Good understanding of charity governance and finance issues.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter, detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification using the link below, quoting reference 7596. The deadline for applications is Monday 25 November 9am GMT.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to becoming Disability Confident and an employer of choice irrespective of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and age. We are actively seeking to diversify and create a workplace that is welcoming for all, ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society and the communities we support.

The Chair (and board members) will serve a four-year term, with an option for a second four-year term if mutually agreed.

The role is based in London and is non-remunerated.

Perrett Laver will conduct an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. Longlisted candidates will be invited to interview with Perrett Laver in early December and the Nominations Committee will subsequently meet to decide upon a final shortlist for the post in mid-December, following which, interviews with Access Sport will take place in mid and late January. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Accessibility statement

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Should you require access to these documents in alternative formats, please contact, Mandy Wedgwood.

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This role presents an opportunity to liaise with businesses and organisations in your local community to find and arrange suitable reading venues for your group. Reading venues are typically in local libraries, churches and other businesses and organisations that can provide places where there is at least one other person in the building, whilst also providing an element of confidentiality, they are never classroom settings.

What you will be doing

● Ensuring there are sufficient suitable venues for reading pairs, in line with the Venue and Lone Worker Policy.

● Managing the relationship between the venues and the group and source new venues as the group grows.

● Finding organisations and businesses willing to offer a room or suitable space on their premises for your reading pairs to use at certain times of the week when it is not in use.

● Ensuring that the premises are suitable for Read Easy by using the Venue Checklist.

● Reporting on the venues arranged to the Management Team to gain their approval.

● Confirming the arrangements in writing with the venue provider.© Read Easy UK 2 June 2023

● Keeping an up-to-date record of venues and regularly review venue arrangements.

● Supporting the Team in finding and booking other venues for Read Easy events.

● Attending Management Team meetings, typically every six to eight weeks.

The skills you will need

● Experience of networking or the confidence to contact local organisations to explain how each venue can support local people to improve their reading.

● Ability to develop strong working relationships with local venue providers.

● Good communication and people skills, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

● Reasonable confidence in using IT.

● The ability to use initiative and work independently.

● A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.

● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.

● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.

● Energy and enthusiasm with an average of one hour a week to commit to the role.

What is in it for you?

● Develop networking skills

● Meet and work collaboratively with new people

● Be active and engaged, adding value to your local community.

Interested?

If you think you can offer the time, skills and experience that we are looking for and would be interested in taking up this role, please contact the person who sent you this role description.

Please note: All Read Easy volunteer roles are subject to Safer Recruitment procedures which include verification of identity and two references, and eligibility for Management Team roles in line with Charity Commission regulations for trustees.

Please see the ‘Introduction to Read Easy for potential Management Team volunteers’ to find out more about the structure and responsibilities of the Management Team.