Trustee – Voluntary – Remote, EC1N 8JS
Voluntary Trustee Position for the Molly Huggins FoundationLocation: A combination of in-person/virtual – Travel will be required on occasions to London. Out of pocket travel expenses will be reimbursed. Time commitment: 5 meetings per year including a strategy day, with time to prepare before meetings and collaborate in betweenRemuneration: Voluntary (expenses reimbursed)Help shape the future of a new, ambitious charityLaunched in 2024 by Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH), the Molly Huggins Foundation was created to deliver long-term, place-based investment in communities facing inequality and disadvantage. MTVH is one of the UKs leading not for profit housing associations providing a range of social and affordable housing across London, the south east and East Midlands.Our purpose over the next decade, is to raise and distribute 75 million into initiatives that strengthen communities and improve peoples lives.Were now looking for up to four Trustees to join our Board at an exciting stage of the Foundations development.The roleAs a Trustee, you will:Help shape the Foundation’s strategy and prioritiesProvide governance, support and constructive challengeAct as an ambassador for our mission and impactWhat we are looking forYou may bring:Experience at Board, senior leadership or strategic level in a charity, social enterprise, or mission-led organisationKnowledge of governance, accountability, and organisational oversightStrategic thinking, sound judgement, and the ability to influence at Board levelUnderstanding of fundraising, social investment, grant-making, or income generationKnowledge of housing, regeneration, or community developmentExperience in the health, education, employment sectors or working with people seeking asylum, refugees and migrant communities.We also welcome applicants who are looking to build their first Trustee or Non-Executive role.We are particularly interested in people who demonstrate:A strong commitment to social justice, equality, and community impactThe ability to work collaboratively and think corporately as part of a BoardExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsConfidence to provide challenge and contribute to strategic decision-makingEmotional intelligence, resilience, and a willingness to listen and learnAn understanding of the importance of resident voice and lived experience in governance. To this end, we particularly welcome applications from MTVH residentsIf you are inspired by our mission and would like to help shape the future of the Molly Huggins Foundation, we would be delighted to hear from you. Our Chair, Qadeer Kiani, would also be happy to have an informal conversation with any interested candidates before you choose to apply. You can contact Qadeer at Qadeer.Kiani@mtvh.co.uk. Why join usThis is a unique opportunity to:Play a meaningful role in shaping a growing, high-impact foundationContribute to decisions that direct significant investment into communitiesGain experience of Board-level governance and strategyBuild or enhance your non-executive portfolio in a supportive environmentDevelop skills to enhance future employment prospectsAs part of the application process, we will require a CV and supporting statement of no more than 3 sides of A4.Find out more about our workWatch this video here or visit the Molly Huggins Foundation website here to learn more about what youll be supporting as a Trustee. Please also refer to the candidate pack attached to this advert to learn more about the role….