Would you like to play a key role in a charitable foundation committed to tackling social and environmental issues? If so, we are looking for one or two Trustees to join the Samworth Foundation, a grant-making charity, to help us invest our resources in organisations working to bring about positive change.

The Samworth Foundation is a family grant-making charitable trust. Its two main work streams relate to addressing the root causes of sexual exploitation, and to combating climate change and environmental degradation. The Foundation supports projects across the globe as well as in the UK.

Application Deadline 04/07/2022

Job Description

We are seeking people with a commitment to the aims and objectives of the Foundation, who have good strategic thinking skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively as part of a small team, to become Trustees. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who have experience working in the climate change sector, and/or those who have been involved in/with organisations working to tackle exploitation (Modern Slavery, Violence Against Women and Girls, child exploitation etc.). For more information see our Trustee Recruitment Pack.

Full details and to download a job description please go to Job Board Detail (acf.org.uk)

Location

Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

Remuneration

Unremunerated, but expenses will be covered

How to apply

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter (each document should be no longer than two sides of A4) to our Chair, Professor Neil Gorman, stating why you are interested in becoming a Trustee and what knowledge, skills and experience you would bring to the Foundation. Please email these documents to: [email protected] by 5 pm on Monday, 27 June 2022.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nathalie Walters, Grants Programme Manager: [email protected]

The Samworth Foundation is committed to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds