Volunteer Domestic Abuse Charity Seeks Chair of Trustees | Women's Aid Luton
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Women's Aid Luton is seeking a visionary and dedicated Chair of the Board to lead and support the transformation and growth of our small yet impactful charity.
What difference will you make?
The Chair of Trustees is a pivotal role within our organisation. Your leadership and dedication will be instrumental in ensuring we not only maintain but also expand our vital support and services for those in need. By guiding our strategic vision and fostering a culture of compassion and excellence, you will directly impact the lives of countless vulnerable women and children, helping them rebuild their lives and find hope for the future. Your commitment will drive our mission forward, creating lasting change and a safer, more supportive community for all.
What are we looking for?
EXPERIENCE
* An understanding and passion for the violence against women and girls sector
* Significant experience as a non-executive
* An understanding of UK charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
* Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level
* An ability to network with both internal and external stakeholders
* Sensitivity and discretion in dealing with staff and service user issues
* Significant experience and success in leading groups of people in either a professional or voluntary capacity to achieve results
* Experience of chairing meetings
* Significant experience of managing, motivating, and developing people
* Strong experience of developing, deploying, and evaluating strategic plans with a view to maximising impact and benefit
* Experience of financial management and a broad understanding of charity finance issues
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
* Exceptional leadership skills; able to cultivate effective collaboration but also comfortable in taking responsibility for difficult choices
* Effective strategic communicator able to articulate Women’s Aid Luton’s vision and engage and inspire others both within the organisation and externally
* Highly effective relationship and alliance building abilities
* Sound judgement with high capacity for self-reflection
* Capacity to support both Board and Executive development
* An ability to work within the realistic expectations and limitations for the Charity
ATTRIBUTES
* Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause
* Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
* Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity
* Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours
What will you be doing?
Women’s Aid Luton supports over 800 of society's most vulnerable women and children each year, helping them escape horrific abuse and violence. We provide a safe haven across our five refuges in Luton, operate a helpline, and offer bespoke assistance for families. Our services include access to legal advice, mental health support, employment assistance, and resettlement aid. We focus on prevention and intervention by working with schools to raise awareness of domestic abuse. We are committed to disrupting abusive relationships to prevent loss of life and reduce societal costs. Our current Chair’s term ends next year, and we seek a new Chair to support our vital work. We encourage applications from women of diverse backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian, and minoritised communities, and women with personal experience of domestic abuse. If you have some time, energy, and interest in this sector, we would love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
Job function
* Finance, Strategy/Planning, and Management
Industries
* Non-profit Organizations
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