Trustee and Chair of Development Board

Job DescriptionTrustee and Chair of Development BoardDo you have experience of major donor/philanthropic fundraising, and/or experience of raising significant investment in a business environment?Join a committed and high-performing Board of Trustees as a Director, working collaboratively to provide excellent governance of the charity.Position: Chair of Development Board & TrusteeLocation: White City, LondonContract: Trustees are expected to serve a three-year term to be eligible for reappointment for one additional termClosing Date: 8th December 2025We are seeking a new Trustee who will use their personal/professional networks, influence, and fundraising or business development experience to open doors and win financial support for the charity. You will work alongside the Board and Leadership Team to provide leadership and challenge around diverse streams of income generation.As Chair of the Development Board you will:Act as a champion for the charity, using your extensive personal or professional networks, influence as well as your fundraising or business development experience to solicit funding support in line with the charity’s values and strategic priorities.Support the Board and the Leadership Team to develop its fundraising strategy, providing leadership oversight and challenge around income generation including corporates, individuals and families, legacy giving and trusts and foundations.Time Commitment4 Board meetings/year & 4 Development BoardsRegular engagement with the CEO & Head of Fundraising & Communications1 x Board development day/yearParticipation in occasional WEST eventsAbout the Charity Opened in April 2024, the Youth Zone is a purpose built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. Staffed by talented, skilled and dedicated youth workers who truly believe in young people, helping them see what they could achieve, and giving them the skills, confidence and ambition to go for it.About YouYou will have the following key attributes:Experience of major donor/philanthropic fundraising, and/or experience of raising significant investment in a business environment.Extensive personal or professional networks in London with a willingness to actively use them to support the fundraising efforts.A passion for the positive contribution and role young people can play in society given the right opportunities.A strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause.Strong relationship building and communication skills with an extensive personal or professional network already in place in London and a willingness to actively use it.A determination and drive to meet ambitious targets.A strategic thinker with an ability to see the big picture but also able to dig into the detail when needed.Ability to commit sufficient time to fulfil the needs of the roleAwareness of equality and diversity issues including sensitivity to the lived experience of our members and an understanding of the importance of their voices in our story telling.This is a vital charity that makes a huge difference in levelling the playing field for young people in West London, and you can be part of that journey.As an equal opportunities’ employer, applications are welcome from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.You may have experience in areas such as Philanthropy, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Major Donor, Major Donor Fundraiser, Philanthropy Fundraiser, Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development, Investment, Investing, Director of Fundraising, Head of Fundraising, Fundraising Director, Director of Philanthropy, Philanthropic. #INDNFPPLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.