Chair of Trustees

2 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum Full time

The Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum (NNRF) is an independent registered charity that works with and for refugees and asylum seekers in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Their vision is a society where asylum seekers and refugees are welcomed, receive fair and compassionate treatment, and have the support to rebuild their lives.

Role Overview:

NNRF is seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the organisation into its next phase of development. The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership skills, strategic and governance experience, and a passion for the needs of refugees and asylum seekers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance of the charity.
  • Support the Director and ensure the Board functions as a unit, working closely with the entire workforce, including volunteers, to achieve agreed objectives.
  • Act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity in partnership with the Director.
  • Chair Board meetings effectively and efficiently, ensuring decisions are taken in the best long-term interests of the charity.
  • Ensure the Board regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities, and that systems are in place to manage and mitigate risks.

Essential Qualities, Knowledge, and Skills:

  • A strong and visible passion and commitment to NNRF and its cause.
  • Governance experience and effective chairing of strategic meetings either gained as Trustee/Chair, or as a senior leader within a non-profit organisation.
  • Experience managing, supervising, and supporting senior staff.
  • Financial management knowledge and a broad understanding of charity finance and regulatory principles.
  • Commitment to inclusivity and knowledge of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.
  • Broad knowledge of the challenges facing asylum-seekers and refugees.

Terms:

  • The Chair will serve a three-year term and be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term.
  • Board meetings held bi-monthly in person in Nottingham.
  • The role is not accompanied by any financial remuneration.
  • Estimated time commitment is around 2 to 2.5 days each month, with flexibility for sub-committee meetings to be arranged to coincide with the Board.

NNRF is fully committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of the asylum process.


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