Volunteer External Trustee / Deputy Chair | University of Portsmouth Students' Union
The University Of Portsmouth Students' Union is seeking an External Trustee / Deputy Chair who has enthusiasm supporting and guiding a student led organisation.
What difference will you make?
As part of our Board, you will shape our strategic direction and help us achieve our goal of 'having a positive impact on every Portsmouth Student.' As Deputy Chair, you will support and mentor the Chair, acting as a ‘sounding board’ and confidante.
What are we looking for?
* The right candidate will thrive in a student led, highly responsive environment and have an enthusiasm for supporting and guiding a student organisation.
* They will command confidence, have sound judgement and strong communication and leadership skills.
* Finance experience to support our current strategic direction and bring new skills to the Board; preferably charity finance experience outside the SU sector, with understanding of financial oversight and the ability to interpret financial information to support strategic decision-making.
* Chairing experience, with the ability to deputise for the Chair and chair Board meetings.
* Ability to build a strong working relationship with the Board of Trustees Chair and foster constructive relationships between Trustees.
* Support the Chair in providing leadership to the Board and act as a confidante in the execution of their role.
* We welcome candidates from other sectors or regions and encourage first-time Trustees to apply; EDI is embedded and we strive for a diverse, inclusive Trustee Board.
What will you be doing?
The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance the education of all students at the University of Portsmouth. Our vision is to have a ‘Positive Impact with every Portsmouth student’ and we aim to have both immediate and legacy impacts through our services and activities. UPSU employs approximately 30 career staff, a further 40 student staff, and works with over 1000 registered student volunteers and over 100 student groups. We are looking for one Trustee & Deputy Chair to join our Charity Trustee Board to support the Union through its next steps. A strong and active Board is crucial for developing and implementing our strategy and ensuring flexibility to meet the needs of our student members.
Our three-year Strategy (August 2023 onward) focuses on: Academic Success, Social Capital, and Future Readiness. Board meetings are held 4-5 times per year, and Trustees may support one of our sub-committees. Roles are voluntary; regular meeting attendance should suit those within easy travel time to Portsmouth.
Seniorities and Roles
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Volunteer
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning
* Industries: Higher Education
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications from all talented people, including from underrepresented groups.
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