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    UK Trustee - London, United Kingdom - International Rescue Committee

    International Rescue Committee
    International Rescue Committee London, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, we first helped people fleeing violence and persecution in Europe find safety in the United States.

    Today, we work in over 50 crisis-affected countries, bringing ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact for the people we serve. We arrive at the onset of crisis and aim to stay as long as we are needed. We also help refugees and other vulnerable people integrate into their new communities across dozens of cities in Europe and the Americas.

    The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

    IRC UK

    IRC UK is a registered charity in the UK and forms part of the IRC's global network. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.

    IRC UK Board of Trustees

    Members of our Board of Trustees are the charity's Trustees and act as company directors. They are responsible for overall good governance of IRC UK in accordance with the provisions of relevant legislation and guidance, including the Companies Act 2006 and Charities Act 2011.

    The primary focus of the Board is on furthering IRC UK's charitable purposes as set out in the Articles of Association, and in turn growing and improving the support that IRC clients receive. To this end, Board members work closely with IRC UK's leaders in setting strategic direction in areas such as fundraising, advocacy, communication, people and culture, and also technical oversight of UK programmes. They also work with leaders across the IRC global network who are responsible for delivery of our international programmes. Staff may seek advice and support from Trustees on subjects where they have expertise.

    Being a Trustee of IRC UK requires you to:

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    • Fulfil the legal responsibilities of being a Trustee and act in accordance with these to ensure good governance of the organisation.
    • Use your specific experience and skills to provide the Board with strategic advice and guidance and lead discussions on areas relating to your expertise.
    • Support the IRC UK Senior Management team and Executive Director.
    • Work with fellow Trustees to oversee implementation of the organisation's strategy.
    • Support IRC UK with regard to its Gender, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) Strategy, including by holding management and staff to account in delivering on its ambitions and by committing to the Board's own GEDI action plan.
    • Engage meaningfully with the IRC clients through, for example, attending events with our clients in the UK or travel to international programmes.
    • Promote the organisation externally – attend/contribute to social events, meetings with donors, and supporters.

    In terms of time commitment, Trustees are required to:

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    • Prepare for, attend, and participate fully in at least three Board meetings per year, plus one development meeting.
    • Participate in at least one Board Committee, and as such prepare for, attend, and participate fully in at least three Committee meetings per year.

    Board members may serve up to two three-year terms. At the recommendation of the People & Culture Committee, the Board may vote to keep a Board Member (who wishes to stay) for a third term of one or maximum two years. All board members must rotate off the board after eight years.

    Skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for

    The Board places an emphasis on ensuring that our Trustees provide a mix of skills, knowledge and experience (including lived experience) that are important to the charity's objectives and activities. All new Trustees receive a full induction programme and training to ensure they understand their roles and responsibilities, including with respect to safeguarding and Gender, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

    We are seeking up to three Trustees to join the Board as several current trustees come to the end of their terms. The roles are unpaid, however reasonable expenses are reimbursed in line with IRC UK's Expenses Policy.

    We are seeking Trustees with strong general governance and management experience, through, for example, membership of other Boards or in senior positions in other organisations (non-profit, public or private). The successful candidate(s) will have:

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    • The objectivity and ability to decision-make independently and influence accordingly;
    • Ability to communicate complex information to members of the board and other stakeholders;
    • Ability to work collaboratively with others; and
    • An interest and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to successfully deliver this role.

    We are particularly interested to hear from individuals with backgrounds in government service, policy development, or political advocacy; the Tech sector; UK media/press and communications; or those with commercial legal experience. The Board welcomes candidates who can draw on their networks as well as experience and skills in these areas to support IRC UK's strategic objectives.

    The application deadline is 3 May 2024. Please apply with your CV and cover letter at the link below.

    IRC UK places the utmost importance on equal opportunities and is committed to equality of opportunity and to non-discrimination.

    IRC UK welcomes applications from all candidates. Given the IRC's work, we particularly welcome applications from individuals with first-hand or indirect experience of conflict or displacement, and equally welcome applications from women, people of colour and other under-represented groups, such as persons with disabilities.

    If you have any questions or need assistance with the online recruitment process, please contact the IRC UK HR team at -

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    Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

    Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
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