Vice Chair, Freeda Committee – Voluntary

FREEDA: Free from Domestic Abuse

. Support the Chair in all activities to ensure effective leadership of the Committee .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities, with a focus on governance oversight, strategic planning, and compliance within the charity sector. Possesses a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, alongside effective relationship-building skills with stakeholders.

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LeadershipGovernance OversightStrategic PlanningFinancial ManagementPartnership Building

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Hard Skills

GovernanceFinancial ManagementStrategic OversightFundraisingCommittee Coordination

Soft Skills

Independent JudgementProblem SolvingAnalytical SkillsCoordination SkillsCommunication

Industry Keywords

Jersey Charities CommissionJersey Care CommissionSocial Services PoliciesEqualityDiversityInclusion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Chair in all activities to ensure effective leadership of the Committee
Facilitate decision-making processes and guide Freeda’s strategic direction and effective governance
Fulfil the Chair’s role in the Chair’s absence
Support coordination of Committee meetings, normally six per year
Work with the Chair, Secretary and Treasurer to monitor timely implementation of agreed actions by the CEO and Committee members
Ensure close Committee oversight of Freeda’s financial sustainability
Support governance oversight and compliance with legal and statutory requirements under the Jersey Charities Commission, Jersey Care Commission and Freeda’s Constitution
Work with the Chair, CEO and Committee members on the annual strategic plan, organisational goals and annual Freeda report
Ensure Freeda’s activities align with its mission and values
Develop and maintain an effective relationship with the Chair and CEO
Support the Chair in preparing and submitting the annual Charity report to the Charity Commissioner
In the absence of the Chair, act as a spokesperson for Freeda with partners, funders and the community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous leadership/management roles desirable
Some governance, management and strategic oversight experience
Awareness of fundraising and partnership building in the Jersey context
Previous trustee or committee experience
Understanding of the cause and effect of violence and abuse against women and girls
Sound understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Sound knowledge of governance and financial management
Knowledge of the Jersey Care Commission and/or Social Services policies an advantage
Commitment to upholding Freeda’s mission and values
Leadership, management, coordination and strategic thinking skills
Ability to analyse, problem solve and lead others
Good independent judgement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Voluntary role
Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a local charity delivering critical services to islanders
Potential to assume the role of Chair at the end of 2027