ROLE SPECIFICS
- Hours: Approximately 6–8 hours per month
- Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
- Work model: Remote, with occasional in-person meetings (London) and Annual Strategy Retreat
- Reporting to: CEO
- Start date: as soon as possible.
Why is this role open?
The role is open to recruit a new Trustee with specialist HR/People expertise, strengthening the Board's strategic governance, organisational capability, and safeguarding oversight.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced HR or People professional to join our Board of Trustees and contribute to governance oversight and organisational sustainability.
This is a strategic governance role rather than an operational HR role.
Core Trustee Responsibilities
Trustees share collective responsibility for:
- Acting in the best interests of the charity and its beneficiaries
- Supporting effective governance and decision-making
- Providing oversight of organisational strategy, performance, and risk
- Safeguarding the organisation’s reputation, sustainability, and beneficiaries
- Ensuring appropriate safeguarding awareness, policies, and oversight are in place
- Providing appropriate challenge and support to the executive team
- Contributing actively to Board and Committee discussions
HR & People Contribution
You will help the Board:
- Provide a strategic perspective on organisational capability and structure
- Support leadership development and organisational effectiveness
- Contribute to the oversight of organisational sustainability
- Support Board oversight of safeguarding, providing appropriate governance perspective and scrutiny
- Chair or contribute to the Board’s Committee
- Provide specialist expertise and appropriate governance scrutiny
Candidate Profile
Essential
- Relevant experience in HR, People Leadership, or Organisational Development
- Ability to contribute strategically and participate in Board discussions
- Sound judgment and willingness to provide constructive challenge
- Commitment to CYF’s mission
Desirable
- Previous Board or Trustee experience
- Experience working with charities, non-profits, or regulated organisations
Time Commitment
- Quarterly Board meetings (primarily virtual)
- Participation in one annual in-person strategy retreat
- Participation in a Board Committee
- Preparation for meetings and occasional input between meetings
- Average commitment: 6–8 hours per month
What You Will Gain
- Valuable Board-level governance experience
- Opportunity to contribute to organisational strategy
- Collaboration with experienced professionals
- Meaningful contribution to a mission-driven organisation
Application process
- Submit your CV(maximum 3 pages) and short cover letter outlining your interest and suitability to apply@codeyourfuture.io with the subject line “Trustee Application”
- We'll invite you for a quick call (15-45 minutes) to get to know each other's backgrounds.
Application deadline: Sunday 19th April 2026
