Digital Innovation & Data Trustee

What will you be doing?

Digital tools, data and emerging technologies increasingly play an important role in helping charities deliver effective services, understand their impact and operate efficiently. Like many community organisations, Aston-Mansfield is at an early stage in developing its digital maturity, and we are keen to approach this thoughtfully and in a way that reflects our mission and values.

This is why we are seeking a trustee with experience in digital, data, technology or service innovation to support the Board as we explore how digital approaches might strengthen the organisation.

As a Trustee you will contribute to board discussions about how digital systems, data and technology can support service delivery, improve insight into our impact and strengthen organisational sustainability. You will help the Board consider opportunities and risks connected to digital development, including areas such as data management, cyber resilience and responsible use of technology.

You will also act as a strategic sounding board for the Chief Executive and leadership team as the organisation continues to develop its digital capability, and helping the Board build confidence in overseeing digital developments in a responsible and proportionate way.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation as we strengthen our strategic foundations and shape the next phase of Aston-Mansfield’s development.

Our Board works closely with the Chief Executive and senior leadership team and aims to provide constructive support and challenge in a collaborative and respectful environment.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can help the Board think strategically about how digital and data can support our mission and long-term sustainability, rather than providing operational or technical delivery.

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Significant experience relevant to digital development, data, technology, service innovation or digital transformation, with the ability to contribute at a strategic level.
• Strong understanding of how digital tools and data can support organisations to improve services and impact.
• Strategic thinking skills, sound independent judgement and the confidence to challenge constructively.
• Commitment to Aston-Mansfield’s mission, values and beneficiaries.
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of trusteeship.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a board and build trusted relationships with senior staff.
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as a Trustee

Desirable

• Experience supporting organisations through digital change, transformation or systems development.
• Experience of digital innovation within the charity, public or community sector.
• Knowledge of data governance, information management or cyber security.
• Experience of digital service design or using technology to improve user experience and accessibility.
• Experience of digital approaches that strengthen community engagement or service delivery.

What difference will you make?

Digital capability is becoming increasingly important for charities that want to deliver effective services, demonstrate their impact and operate sustainably. However, many community organisations are still developing the confidence, systems and governance needed to make the most of digital tools and data.

By joining Aston-Mansfield as a Digital Innovation and Data Trustee, you will help strengthen the Board’s understanding of how digital and data approaches can support the organisation’s mission. Your insight will help ensure that future digital developments are considered thoughtfully, with appropriate attention to governance, risk and long-term value.

As the organisation continues its strategic review, trustees will play an important role in shaping the direction of the charity over the coming years. Your contribution will help the Board consider how digital systems, data and emerging technologies can improve organisational insight, support service development and strengthen the charity’s long-term sustainability.

Ultimately, your insight will help strengthen the organisation’s ability to support children, young people and families in Newham, ensuring that services remain responsive to community needs and that Aston-Mansfield can continue to grow its impact in the years ahead.

Additional information

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Before you apply

If you are interested in supporting Aston-Mansfield as a trustee, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please apply via Reach with your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience could support the work of the organisation.

We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from those who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We would especially welcome applications from individuals with a connection to Newham or east London.