Odi Board Trustee

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom ODI Full time

**ABOUT ODI**
ODI has been at the forefront of producing evidence, convening debate and promoting ideas to

address global challenges for 63 years. We have been thought leaders, critical friends and policy advisers to governments, heads of state and international agencies, and agenda setters for

global processes and changemakers.

Established in 1960, ODI is a non-partisan, non-profit and evidence-driven think tank. With more

than 230 staff and ODI Fellows in 30 countries globally, it exists to have real impact for those

who need it most. ODI offers a distinctive mix of research, convening and communication power, which has made the organisation the leading think tank for humanitarian and international development issues in the UK for 63 years. As such, ODI works on a wide range of topics, across a variety of countries and regions: climate, environment and energy policy; conflict, risk and natural hazard-related disasters; economic development; development and public finance; governance, politics and justice; poverty, inequality and social policy; migration; women’s rights; digital transformation.

**BOARD TRUSTEE**
ODI is looking to appoint new Trustees to join the Board and to support the Senior Leadership

Team in leading the organisation and setting a new course for ODI building on the reflections

generated through research, think pieces and global convening. As a member of the Board of Trustees you will have an important role in protecting ODI’s reputation and ensuring ODI is carrying out its charitable purpose.

Please note that this is a voluntary, unremunerated position, although reasonable travel

expenses will be reimbursed.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Act in ODI’s best interest to ensure that the organisation complies with its Articles of Association, UK Charity Law, UK Company Law and any other relevant legislation or regulation. This includes safeguarding the charity’s assets, values and reputation and ensuring an effective management of risks;
- Work with the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team to set and review ODI’s organisational direction and strategy, ensuring alignment to our values and that ODI achieves the goals and objectives defined in its governing documents;
- Provide support and constructive challenge to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the delivery of ODI’s strategy, holding the Chief Executive to account by defining targets and evaluating ODI’s performance;
- Ensure the effective management of ODI’s financial and human resources. Trustees help to ensure financial and operational viability by approving budgets, accounts, financial statements and financial reports. The Board of Trustees also contribute to the development and maintenance of an organisational culture which reflects ODI’s values and Code of Conduct, also ensuring we maintain the highest safeguarding standards in line with legislation, statutory guidance, and organisation policy;
- Attend Board and sub-committee meetings and contribute to key strategic debates within the organisation, as well as specific departments/teams and external initiatives;
- Help to consistently improve and strengthen Board governance to maintain the highest standards in line with legislation, statutory guidance and best practice, and contribute actively to the Board’s role in shaping and reviewing key organisational policies;
- Represent ODI at key events, support fundraising and development, and promote the organisation within personal and professional networks;
- Attend ODI-led events and engage with staff across the organisation. Trustees should reflect at all times a commitment to ODI’s strategic ambitions, values, decolonisation agenda, policies and procedures.

Person specification:

- Trustees will be at different stages of their careers but all will have experience of facets of leadership and management that adds value to our collective discussions.

The post is for a term of 3 years, and may be extended for a maximum of two further terms. For

further information about the role, please consult the appointment brief

**HOW TO APPLY**
- your CV


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