Chair
Quick answer
YMCA DownsLink Group is hiring a volunteer Chair based in Hove (Surrey/Sussex) to provide board-level leadership and strategic oversight for their regional operations.
- Role
- Chair
- Organization
- YMCA DownsLink Group
- Location
- Surrey / Sussex, Head Office in Hove
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Reasonable expenses paid
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
- Apply by
- 2026-07-21
The role
YMCA DownsLink Group is seeking a Chair to lead their Board and support the CEO during an ambitious phase of growth and organizational transformation. The Chair will provide strategic direction, ensure strong governance, and champion the organization's values while maintaining alignment with its Christian principles. This leadership role involves guiding high-level decision-making and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture across the organization's operations in Sussex and Surrey.
What you'll do
- Guide the Board of Trustees and ensure strong organizational governance.
- Support and challenge the CEO and executive team through effective partnership.
- Shape the organization's culture and champion inclusivity.
- Drive the strategic direction of the organization during its growth phase.
What it takes
- Proven experience as a Chair or senior board-level leader.
- Active Christian faith aligned with the organization's founding principles.
- Strong track record of facilitating high-quality dialogue and decision-making.
- Ability to commit approximately one day per month to the role.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a paid position?
This is an unpaid volunteer role, though the organization will reimburse reasonable expenses incurred while performing duties.
What is the time commitment required?
The role requires a time commitment of approximately one day per month on average.
Where is the role based?
The role is based out of the YMCA DownsLink Group head office in Hove, serving operations across Sussex and Surrey.
When is the deadline to apply?
The deadline for applications is 9am on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on YMCA DownsLink Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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