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Chair of the Boardclosed

The Bromley by Bow Centre (BBBC)

London

Job ID-132

Deadline for applications: 4th September 2023

Inclusive Boards is proud to undertake a search for Bromley By Bow Centre (BBBC) for a new chair of the board.

BBBC is a hub for the community in the East London borough of Tower Hamlets. It provides a wide range of services to enable people to overcome some of the key barriers that stop them from thriving. Whether it is providing support with bills, building long-term financial resilience, improving emotional or physical health or gaining skills and qualifications to access employment, the BBBC are here for the residents of the community.
 

Skillsets required:
  • Act as an advocate and effective ambassador for the Centre, quickly gaining the trust of the Board and Trustees as well as the wider employee workforce and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders. Where appropriate developing relationships to gain support and funds for the charity.
  • Be personally motivated by the work we do at the Centre with the time required to devote to the role.
  • Uphold governance best practice, providing appropriate support and challenge to the Chief Executive as a critical friend.
Experience:
  • Understanding of the systemic inequalities and barriers that people in our community face and a commitment to our culture and inclusive practice. 
  • Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. 
  • Leadership skills, able to build consensus whilst balancing the need for full debate and challenge.
To apply for the role please note the following:
  • Please submit 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 bbbc@inclusiveboards.co.uk or call 0207 267 8369.