Chair of Trustee Board (voluntary) Location: Barnet ABOUT YOUTH REALITIES Youth Realities is a youth-founded charity in Barnet working to end teenage relationship abuse. Founded in 2017, we provide creative education, wellbeing and schools workshops, and specialist one-to-one advocacy for young people aged 11 to 25. We are a small charity in a period of change, with a new CEO and a growing team. THE ROLE: The Chair leads our Board of Trustees and works closely with the CEO to keep Youth Realities safe, well governed and financially sustainable. Uphold our culture, values and mission, keeping young people's voices at the centre Be an ambassador for Youth Realities with funders, schools, the council and partners - Support and challenge the CEO and team, balancing strategy, governance and operations - Ensure financial sustainability, working with the Treasurer and CEO Take accountability for governance, including charity law, safeguarding and trustee duties Help recruit trustees so the Board reflects the young women and girls we support Senior leadership experience in the charity sector, with a great understanding of VAWG # A strong network to support fundraising # Bonus: knowledge of Barnet (We particularly welcome applications from women from underrepresented communities that reflect the Young People we serve.) Why do you want to chair Youth Realities, and why now? What do you believe young women and girls most need from their Board, and what does it take for a Board to genuinely reflect them? Tell us about your leadership in the charity sector. How would you use your network to raise money for us? Be specific about who you could open doors to and how you would help a small charity win funding or partnerships. QUESTIONS OR A CHAT?
Trustees (Fundraising & School Leadership) employer: Youth Realities
Youth Realities offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of young people, focusing on ending teenage relationship abuse. The organization fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, where employees can engage directly with the community and influence positive outcomes. With a growing team and a commitment to professional development, Youth Realities provides a platform for individuals passionate about youth advocacy to thrive.
