Chair of Trustees

LocationCanterbury, Kent

LevelSenior

Posted1mo ago

Apply by2026-10-31

Leadership & Executive

Quick answer

Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service is hiring a Chair of Trustees to lead the board, providing governance and strategic direction for the charity, with a monthly time commitment of 12 hours.

Role: Chair of Trustees
Organization: Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Level: Senior
Category: Leadership & Executive
Apply by: 2026-10-31

The role

Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service is seeking a Chair of Trustees to lead the board in providing robust governance and strategic direction for the charity, ensuring it fulfills its mission and values.

What you'll do

Leading the trustee board in providing robust, transparent, and courageous governance
Ensuring the charity fulfills its mission, aims, and values
Setting the strategic direction and strategic plan for the charity
Working with the board to approve a scheme of delegation and appraisal of the CEO
Supporting, positively challenging, and holding the CEO to account
Acting as a representative and spokesperson for the charity

What it takes

Leadership & management experience
Experience in charity or business management
Experience in charity law or criminal law
ISVA work experience
Counselling or therapy experience
Data protection and management experience
Equity and inclusion experience

What you'll bring

Leadership & management experienceExperience in charity or business managementExperience in charity law or criminal lawISVA work experienceCounselling or therapy experienceData protection and management experience

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Canterbury, Kent

What is the key qualification required?

Leadership & management experience and experience in charity or business management

How do I apply?

Please see further details about the role and application process in the attached recruitment pack.

How to apply

Apply directly on Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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