Job Title: Chair of Trustee
Location: Solihull
Salary: Voluntary
Job Type: Voluntary 8-10 hours a month for a 3 year term
Closing Date: Sunday 16th July
Our family of charities have been providing services to local people in need for over 370 years and whilst our history is important to us, we have a strong vision of the future we want to help create. Over the past 5 years, we have been through an exciting period of transformation and growth which has led to an increase in services, the size and reputation of the organisation. This year we launched our new 5-year Strategy which will see us further improve and expand the work we do. We are also working increasingly in partnership with one of our neighbouring Trusts, Yardley Great Trust Group which presents even more exciting opportunities for the growth of both of our organisations.
At SJMT, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. Therefore, we are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented at Board. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, and women.
About the role:
The Chairperson has a strategic role to play in representing the vision and purpose of the organisation. They ensure that the Board functions properly, that there is full participation at meetings, that all relevant matters are discussed and that effective decisions are made and carried out. They will also be an ambassador for our organisation.
About you:
- Do you have a strong and visible passion and commitment to the work of our charity and our values?
- Are you a strategic thinker?
- Have you been a Trustee for another charity and ideally in the capacity of Chair or Vice Chair and/or currently working in a leadership role, ideally at an Executive or Non-Executive level?
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Non-profit Board Member, Advisory Board Member, CEO, Committee Member, Volunteer, Fundraiser, Development Officer, Grant Manager, Fundraising Officer, Non-Profit, Trustees and Charity Advisor may also be considered for this role.
