Shaare Zedek UK
Chair of Trustees for Shaare Zedek UK
Shaare Zedek UK is looking for a new Chair of Trustees.
This is a particularly exciting time at Shaare Zedek. As an organisation, we are growing and looking ahead to the future. With that comes change and new opportunities.
We are looking for someone who can provide leadership and guidance to the charity and strengthen our governance and fundraising, acting as an ambassador for both Shaare Zedek UK and the extraordinary work of Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem.
The Chair provides strategic leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring Shaare Zedek UK is well governed, financially sustainable and focused on delivering its charitable objectives.
Working closely with the Executive Director, the Chair fosters an effective partnership that combines support with constructive challenge, enabling the organisation to achieve its strategic ambitions while maintaining the highest standards of governance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Governance & Compliance
Board Leadership:
Partnership with the Executive Director:
Financial Oversight:
Ambassadorial Leadership:
What difference you will make
The Chair plays a key ambassadorial role, representing the charity externally and helping to strengthen relationships with donors, partners and the wider community.
What additional skills or experience you should have
We are seeking an experienced leader with the credibility, judgement and emotional intelligence to guide the organisation through its next stage of development.
Essential Experience:
• Previous Board or senior governance experience.
• Experience of strategic leadership within the charity, public or private sector.
• Strong understanding of governance and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Financial awareness and an ability to interpret financial information.
• Experience of leading teams or organisations through growth or change.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Desirable Experience:
• Experience of charity fundraising and donor engagement.
• Existing networks within philanthropy, business or the Jewish community.
• Experience working with healthcare or international charities.
• Previous experience as a Chair or Vice Chair.
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Strong strategic thinking
• Sound judgement and integrity
• Emotional intelligence
• Collaborative leadership style
• Diplomacy and tact
• Resilience and calm under pressure
• Credibility and influence
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to build consensus
• Commitment to transparency and accountability
What training we will provide for you
You will receive an induction in to Shaare Zedek UK and Shaare Zedek Medical Center and where necessary we will arrange for training.
What you will get out of volunteering for us
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and helping to shape the future of a charity that supports life-saving medical care and innovation in Jerusalem.
Not sure which role suits you or need a little friendly help? Please contact Angie at angie@jvn.org.uk for London or Rebecca at manchester@jvn.org.uk for Manchester.
Information
Location:Hybrid
Hybrid
Age limit:
Volunteers of any age
Hours per session:
Between 2 and 4 hours
Availability:
On-going OR Flexible
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We are happy to be flexible on location and/or times if required.