At a glance

Skills

Digital and IT strategy
Financial management
Fundraising strategy
Governance
Strategic development and planning
HR

Where

London, E18JT

Mainly at home

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week or 3-7 hours / week

Deadline

31 Jan 2025

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Welcome to Reach Volunteering. We are a community and registered charity that connects people, skills and good causes.

To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

Play for Progress is seeking a new Chair to support their mission of empowering young asylum-seekers

What will you be doing?

Leadership and Governance: Lead the Board, set agendas with the Executive Director, foster trust, and ensure governance and strategy execution align with the charity's mission.
Board Effectiveness: Ensure the Board is efficient, diverse, skilled, and aligned with strategic goals, managing appraisals and transitions.
Executive Support: Support the Executive Director, ensure Board decisions are implemented, and conduct performance reviews.
Strategic Promotion and Advocacy: Promote the charity's profile, represent it externally, and support fundraising through networks.
Mission Delivery and Financial Oversight: Ensure the charity meets its goals, oversee financial performance, and approve budgets.

See candidate pack for further details.

What are we looking for?

Experience of governance of a charity;
Ability to fulfil the job description;
A commitment to PfP’s values;
An awareness of issues affecting PfP or willingness to learn about them;
A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to prepare for and attend regular board meetings for at least 3 years;
Integrity;
Strategic vision and an ability to stay focused on strategic objectives;
Good independent judgement;
Willingness to take part in board discussions, contribute constructively and listen to others;
Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and liabilities of trustees of a charitable company;
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Understanding and acceptance of the Equity, Diversion and Inclusion Policy; and
Willingness to undertake training required on trustee duties.

What difference will you make?

"Nothing gives us greater joy than to see our young people heal, thrive and achieve their purpose." - Bridget Banda, Executive Director

The new Chair will play a crucial role in advancing Play for Progress’ mission, helping to grow the organisation’s impact and influence, and ensuring it continues to provide life-changing support to young refugees navigating their journey to safety.

Before you apply

Fancy an informal chat before applying? Get in touch with us via TrusteeWorks email, who will arrange an informal conversation with our Executive Director, Bridget Banda, or a current Board member.

To apply, send a one-page cover letter or short video clip introducing yourself along with a copy of your CV to the TrusteeWorks email.

Please send applications and enquiries to: trusteeworks@reachvolunteering.org.uk

Play for Progress Candidate Pack.pdf

About Play for Progress

Causes

Arts

Education

Human rights

International development

Local / community

Refugees / migrants

Young people

Organisation type:

Charity

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