Naomi House & Jacksplace provide essential care and support to children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions across the south of England. For over 25 years, we’ve been there for families on the good days, difficult days, and last days— helping to make the most of every precious moment together.
As we move into an ambitious period of growth and investment—expanding our reach, strengthening our care services, and celebrating our upcoming 30th anniversary—we are looking to appoint a new Trustee who has operated at a senior/executive level for a large or complex charity with ideally fundraising experience to help shape our future.
This is a meaningful opportunity to use your professional success to give back—to apply your strategic fundraising expertise where it matters most, and to support a cause that truly touches lives. You will Chair the Fundraising, Retail and Marketing Committee and work closely with our Executive Director of Fundraising, ensuring the strength, governance and innovation of our income generation strategies across all channels.
We are especially interested in candidates who:
Have held a senior leadership role in fundraising within a large or complex charity
Bring both strategic and operational understanding of charity fundraising
Can confidently support, challenge and guide a high-performing income generation team
Are motivated by impact, purpose, and the desire to make a lasting difference This may be your first Trustee role—what matters most is that you bring compassion, integrity, and the ability to work collaboratively at Board level. We are a highly regulated organisation, so candidates should be open to understanding the governance landscape in which we operate.
Why join us now?
In 2024, we were rated Outstanding by the CQC. Our future plans include new services, capital investment in our hospices and grounds, a refreshed brand identity, and a bold strategy to grow income sustainably. Your input could help us reach more families than ever before.
Practical details:
Trustees attend 6 Board meetings per year (in person, in Sutton Scotney) and 4 Committee meetings remotely. Additional time may be required to contribute to working groups or strategic initiatives. The role is unremunerated, but reasonable expenses will be paid.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an initial CV/expression of interest. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with a full Candidate Information Pack and invited to submit a cover letter outlining their interest in the role and a brief summary of how they meet the key criteria