As Chair of Ormiston Trust, you’ll lead the board to provide strategic direction and ensure organisational effectiveness as we enter a new strategic phase. Beyond the governance responsibilities of a trustee, you’ll champion our mission externally, help build strategic partnerships and guide the board’s development. This influential leadership role offers the chance to shape the Trust’s future, represent our values in the wider sector, and drive meaningful impact for the young people and families we serve.
Accountabilities
Board Effectiveness
- Chair four in-person UK board meetings annually, set agendas, facilitate decision-making, and prepare thoroughly in advance
- Conduct regular board effectiveness reviews and manage conflicts of interest
- Lead trustee recruitment, development, succession planning, and annual performance reviews
- Represent the Trust externally as a key ambassador, championing our work and enhancing sector profile
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead strategic planning processes and guide board approval of annual budgets and strategic plans
- Champion robust governance, ensuring adherence to charitable objects and maintaining effective financial and risk management frameworks
- Act as primary liaison with the CEO, providing strategic guidance whilst respecting operational independence
Grant-making & Beneficiary Engagement
- Guide trustees through decision-making processes, facilitating informed discussions on funding priorities and strategic direction
- Undertake visits to funded projects nationwide to meet young people, witness impact, and inform strategic decision-making
- Engage with potential grantees and strategic partners to expand the Trust’s reach and effectiveness
Governance & Compliance
- Lead the board in ensuring robust information and control systems to monitor objectives, policy compliance, and regulatory requirements
- Chair investment performance reviews and lead decisions on investment manager appointments and risk management strategies
- Oversee compliance with Charity Commission requirements, maintenance of charitable status, and public benefit delivery
- Attend AGM and approve annual reports and accounts, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and stakeholder confidence