Volunteer Chair of the Board of Trustees

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: -

Collaborate closely with the CEO to support the delivery of Long Covid SOS’s strategic objectives. Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance and oversight. Develop and articulate a clear vision for the charity’s future. Collaborate with fellow Trustees to establish strategic goals and objectives and devise an execution plan to achieve these goals. Ensure alignment between the charity’s mission and operational activities. Contribute to the charity’s fundraising strategy and ensure the charity stays on target to achieve its fundraising goals.

Trustee Engagement: -

Promote a culture of active engagement, collaboration, and transparency within the Board, ensuring all Trustees are effectively contributing to discussions and decision-making.

Meeting Facilitation: -

Lead Trustee meetings in a manner that encourages open dialogue, ensuring that every opinion is considered and respected. Ensure board meetings are effective, inclusive, and focused on the charity’s key priorities.

Governance: -

Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.

Ambassadorship: -

The Chair will occasionally be asked to attend external events and meetings, enhancing the charity’s profile and building relationships with key stakeholders to further our goals.

What are we looking for?

Person Specification: We are looking for an individual who embodies the spirit of Long Covid SOS and has:

Proven experience in a significant leadership role within the charity, public or private sectors. Strong understanding of governance and board management, with experience in chairing meetings and committees. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others. A strategic mindset and commitment to Long Covid SOS’s mission and values. Strong networking abilities, with experience building relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and donors. An interest in a broad range of health areas, such a public health, healthcare and disability.

What difference will you make?

As Chair of  the Board of Trustees of Long Covid SOS, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Long Covid community while working alongside a dedicated CEO, volunteers and Trustees, who share a passion for health advocacy. You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the charity, driving positive change and enhancing the lives of those we serve. Join us in making a difference – your leadership could be the key in unlocking new possibilities for our community!