Trustees

Joseph Rowntree Foundation
In-person Trustee and committee meetings are usually held in York or London
Unremunerated
Hackney

Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) is an independent social change organisation working across the UK to support and speed up the transition to a more equitable and just future, free from poverty, where people and planet can flourish. We are based in York, with offices in London, Glasgow and Belfast. The Foundation is also the parent organisation of the JRF group, which includes the Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT).  JRF Trustees have responsibility for the overall stewardship and good governance of the group as a whole. 

THE ROLE

We are now looking to appoint three new Trustees with the skills and commitment to help in achieving this mission and the practical implementation of our new strategy. Alongside the development of our strategic intent, our Board has also been taking steps to ensure that it works in an aligned way with the organisation and is positioned to add real impact through its role, capabilities and perspective. New Trustees can expect to be part of a diverse, high-performing and genuinely committed team of non-executives, working collectively with our uniquely talented leadership team. 

JRF is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism and sees these as critical in helping with the achievement of our mission. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and believe that it is important for Trustees to have a connection to the realities of poverty, marginality and powerlessness. 

If you believe you can bring the outlook, skills and qualities our Board needs we very much look forward to hearing from you.

INFORMATION

Download the candidate brief to find out about the role.

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How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides).
  • A covering letter that sets out your motivation for the role and describes the specific experience you can bring to the appointment.

 

Closing date
Monday 7th July 2025

Preliminary interviews
w/c 21st & 28th July 2025, and early August 2025

Final Panel interviews:
 Monday 8th September 2025 (York)
Thursday 11th / Friday 12th September 2025 (London)

 

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