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Chair of the Board of Trustees

Employer
Hertfordshire Students' Union
Location
Hatfield, Hertfordshire (GB)
Salary
Unpaid Voluntary Role
Closing date
7 Feb 2023

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Sector
Charity and not for profit, Education
Salary band
Unremunerated
Hours
Part Time
Where will they be working?
Hybrid - mostly home

Hertfordshire Students' Union is seeking to appoint an experienced volunteer to join our Trustee Board as Chair of our board.

What will you be doing?

Our trustees are instrumental in shaping the direction of the Union, ensuring we are always representing the views of our students, maintaining stable finances, and consistently supporting our student experience in ever-changing times. We have four external trustees who work collectively to ensure our charitable objectives are achieved and we operate ethically and within guidelines. Our trustees are active members of our board and you will support our elected officers during their tenure.

This is a voluntary role, with no remuneration, however expenses associated with fulfilling the role will be covered.

You will support our student officers, CEO and contribute to our future development, strategic direction and oversight, at a time where students need our support more than ever in a cost-of-living crisis.

We are looking for an individual who truly wants to make a difference and is passionate about helping students fully benefit, grow and develop through their university experiences.

What are we looking for?

We are particularly interested in speaking with you if you have knowledge, skills or experience that you may have gained in any of the following areas:

  • Governance
  • Human Resources
  • Chairing meetings
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Strategy development
  • Marketing and communications
  • Financial management

What difference will you make?

As part of our board you will support and shape our work and strategic direction, as well as help us achieve our purpose to support students on their journey. With confidential advice, loads of events, a range of networks & societies and lots of feedback mechanisms, you can count on us to make your time at Herts the best it can be!

As Chair of the board you will lead board meetings, support student officers, the CEO and fellow trustees to ensure the Students' Union achieves its strategic objectives, whilst supporting students at Hertfordshire Students' Union to love life at Herts. You will also in turn be supported by the CEO and the senior leadership team at the Union.

Time Commitment

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month

We are seeking a committed and engaged individual who will be able to contribute up to 2 days per month to the role

Before you apply

For a full role description, please download the Trustee booklet from our website which gives you more information about the role. If you are interested in applying, please provide a CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. If you would like to speak to our current Chair of the Board please message us.

Deadline

07 Feb 2023

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