Trusteesclosed

Deadline for applications: 21st August 2023

Inclusive Boards is proud to be supporting Fairtade in their search for two new trustees.

Fairtrade works with farmers and workers so they can improve their living standards, invest in their communities and businesses, and protect our shared environment.  They achieve this by rallying a global community of millions – farmers and workers, supply chain partners, brands, retailers, shoppers, schools, government – to pay fair prices and uphold fair production standards and practices. Fair prices provide an immediate lifeline for farmers and workers struggling with low incomes and disadvantaged by global trade.

Fairtrade are looking to appoint two Trustees with senior experience and knowledge in at least ONE of the following areas:

• Branding, in particular Brand Strategy, Marketing and Communications
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Retail

Skills required (Full list in Candidate pack)

• An understanding of, commitment to and enthusiasm for the charity’s core purpose and work
• Objectivity, fairness, independence of mind, integrity, discretion and good judgement
• Strategic vision and the ability to focus on practical issues
• Readiness to make and be accountable for decisions
• Awareness of how the world is changing politically, economically and socially and how these changes may impact the charity
• Willingness to devote the necessary time to be an effective Trustee

Fairtrade would like one new trustee to fulfil the role of Vice Chair – supporting the Chair in the leadership of the board and governance of the Fairtrade Foundation.

If you're interested in joining as Vice Chair, please indicate this in your application and note the following additional person specification points.

• Previous experience serving in a substantive board role
• Significant understanding of good governance principles
• Willingness and ability to deputise for the Chair, chairing meetings where necessary and supporting the management of senior stakeholders

The Board meets at least 4 times per year. Alongside committee meetings and other ad-hoc responsibilities Fairtrade anticipate the time commitment to be at least 1-1.5 days per month.

A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be needed as part of an offer of the position.

If you wish to apply for this position, please supply the following by 23.30 on 20/08/2023.

• A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements.
• A covering letter (maximum 2 sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the person specification. Please note that the covering letter is an important part of your application and will be assessed as part of your full application.
• Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you and over what period of time they have known you. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.

If you have further questions after reading this pack, please email fairtrade@inclusiveboards.co.uk or call 0207 267 8369.