Trustees
Charities Aid Foundation
Hybrid, based at West Malling and London
Voluntary basis, with reasonable expenses reimbursed
Formed over century ago, CAF exists to serve donors and charities. It uses its social enterprise approach to connect charities, business, and philanthropists together to simplify giving, allowing civil society organisations around the world to access vital funding and other support to enable them to focus more upon the great work they do.
This is a pivotal moment in time for our organisation as we respond to a shifting global environment. Our organisation is undergoing significant digital transformation: CAF Bank has recently completed a successful roll-out of its new customer operating platform, enabling it to improve its services to UK charities. CAF in the UK and CAF in North America is accelerating digital transformation in support of its growth ambitions. Our Board has also been evolving, to anticipate the risk and complexity that defines our times, and to have real impact in terms of CAF’s ability to achieve its priorities.
THE ROLE
We are seeking two new Trustees to join us, in two distinct, high impact, high quality roles.
One appointee will be a significantly experienced COO or CIO professional who is capable of creating a sense of urgency, of constructively challenging and providing strong Board-level support and guidance to our CEO and Executive Team. This role is critical to our organisation’s ongoing digital transformation, with significant responsibility and impact across both Foundation-level and subsidiary activity.
We are also looking for a second individual of exceptional stature, with senior level US / UK philanthropy experience. You will support the Board by validating our strategy and providing guidance on cross-border giving and evolving donor expectations. You will be relied on for your insight, commercial acumen and business development experience, helping CAF extend its reach and impact. This role will also support our ambition to be Centre of Excellence in philanthropy, ensuring our services and products continue to meet the needs of donors and charities in a changing world.
Both appointments will be made in the context of a high-calibre, agile and effective trustee team. We are looking for people who are gifted communicators with strategic reach, highly effective interpersonal skills and self-awareness. You will bring a clear understanding, underpinned by your own practical experience, of the distinct role a Trustee plays, along with the personal presence that generates trust and confidence.
INFORMATION
Download the candidate brief to find out about the role.
DOWNLOADHow 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.
We would also be grateful if you would complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form on the online application process. This form is for monitoring purposes only and is not treated as part of your application.
Recruitment timetable
Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Preliminary interviews: w/c 7th & 14th September 2026
Final Panel interviews: w/c 28th September 2026
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