Chair of Trustees

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of Trustees at the heart of a growing, global network. 2020 have been distinct year for Youth Business International (YBI) with unique opportunities. The role offers great scope for learning and development for an experienced and committed professional and will be instrumental in achieving our ambition to strengthen our financial sustainability as well as increasing our visibility in the international development and entrepreneurship context. 

As the Chair you would hold the Board and Senior Management Team to account for the Charity’s mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of YBI. The Chair will also support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Senior Management Team of the charity to achieve agreed objectives. They will act as an ambassador for the charity in relation to the members and external stakeholders, as appropriate.

About YBI

Youth Business International (YBI) is the global network of expert organisations in over 50 countries supporting underserved young entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into successful businesses, creating jobs and strengthening communities.

Young people are a critical resource. However, with 66 million unemployed youth worldwide this potential is not being realised. Furthermore, of those that are working, many do not earn enough to lift themselves out of poverty. Addressing the youth employment crisis is imperative, not only for the well-being of young people but to ensure sustainable, inclusive growth and social cohesion globally.

Since 2014 we have supported over 350,000 young people to start or grow a business by delivering a range of practical entrepreneurship support services, from guiding a young person to register a new business and improving their bookkeeping skills to helping them write a business plan or grow their fledgling business through facilitating access to finance.

Role Overview

Location - Remote (would be able to travel to London, UK for ocassional meetings)

Term - 3 years (with possibility for extension)

Hours - Flexible (no more than few hours a month, depending on charity's activities)

Salary - Unpaid role (voluntary)

In addition to the qualities required of a Trustee of the charity, the Chair must also meet the following criteria:

Personal Qualities

Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause

Personal gravitas to lead a significant global organisation

Exhibit strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role

Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity

Ability to foster and promote a collaborative team environment

Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours

Experience

Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within a business organisation, with a track record of achievement and business development capabilities

Experience as a Board chair (charity or commercial), and experience of charity governance

Significant experience of chairing meetings and events

Experience of external representation, delivering presentations and managing stakeholders

Experience of innovation and digital transition (highly desirable)

Knowledge and skills

Broad knowledge and understanding of  global civil society, in particular networks, youth development, and economic empowerment/entrepreneurship spheres

Financial management expertise and a broad understanding of charity finance issues

Good understanding of charity governance issues

Further Details and How to Apply

For a full Job Description, Personal Specification and information on how to apply, please visit our website https://www.youthbusiness.org/career/chair-of-trustees or contact us on hr@youthbusiness.org if you have any questions. 

Closing date: Monday, 29th March 2021 at 09:30am

YBI is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, age, ethnic or national origin, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if you require any adjustments, we can make to ensure that our recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

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