Council Member and Trustee (Legal and Regulatory)
The Royal Air Forces Association
Volunteer Role (Reasonable Expenses Paid)
Four meetings a year, plus attendance at Committees and annual strategy day
Who we are
The RAF Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community, including serving personnel, RAF veterans and their families. Through our sector leading services, we offer friendship to the isolated and lonely, dedicated casework to support individuals, sheltered housing for those who want to remain proudly independent and childcare to serving personnel on RAF stations. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.
We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind. We have a long and proud track record of supporting the RAF community, and in supporting veterans and their widows to maintain meaningful connections and sustain independence in later life.
About the role
The Council of the Association acts as its Board of Trustees. The role of Trustee is a rewarding and stimulating one, which places you at the heart of the Association. As a member of the Council, you will help set the strategic aims, objectives and direction of the charity. The skills and knowledge you bring will support the Association in achieving its vision of an RAF Community which is connected, empowered and resilient.
We are seeking to appoint a new Trustee to act as our Lead Trustee for Legal and Regulatory. You will play a crucial role in providing strategic guidance and oversight, working closely with Council, the Senior Management Team and our staff to ensure that the Association continues to uphold the highest standards of governance and regulatory compliance.
Alongside an appreciation of good governance, we are seeking an individual with:
- The skills and experience to help lead in a way which is consistent with the ethos of the RAF Association.
- Demonstrable understanding of Charity law and governance requirements.
- Experience in a relevant area of law (charity, housing or regulatory).
- Proven ability to work at a strategic level, think creatively and challenge constructively through the application of your knowledge and experience.
- The highest standards of personal integrity and independent judgement alongside a commitment to robust corporate governance.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with other Board Members and Executive teams.
Please apply by 8am Monday 29 September
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
The RAF Association is a Disability Confident Employer, please get in touch if you require any assistance with the application process.
We reserve the right to close this opportunity early so please do not delay in applying as we’d love to hear from you.
No agencies please.
