Dear all Please see the email below (if you haven't already received it) about the recruitment process for our new Chair of Trustees. If this is something you'd be interested in yourself, please feel free to get in touch for a chat. Otherwise, I'd be very grateful if you could circulate this through your networks, and/or contact individuals who you think would be suitable.
Many thanks Lucy ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Wikimedia UK <[email protected]> Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 at 11:48 Subject: Opportunity to join Wikimedia UK To: Lucy <[email protected]> Could you be the next Chair of our Board of Trustees? View this email in your browser <https://eu-west-1.protection.sophos.com?d=mailchi.mp&u=aHR0cHM6Ly9tYWlsY2hpLm1wL3dpa2ltZWRpYS5vcmcudWsvbmV3LWNoYWlyLTIwMjU_ZT1hYjNiMmI4YTRj&i=NjVhZmE0ZjY3MDExZmY1Y2Q3NDE3Yjdi&t=UExLTmhZMlJIeW9qRWVXS0I3REVDWVZYcFpBOFpkOUplTThIZlYxUWFMMD0=&h=85ef2bd0d34541f398e4bb787cf992fb&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbgdvYJPjcGOjyEGwxiOtAewZG1MhMWhKIcnPSQ9J5yEDBy87ANUtuyR10hekZP4rtPC6jAJYFAeNRQnzqhF9yThRq0KRKDIVy-Oibdar3_ag> Opportunity to join Wikimedia UK Hi Lucy We are delighted to share that we are seeking a new dynamic and visionary *Chair of our Board of Trustees* to lead our organisation into its next chapter. We are grateful to our outgoing Chair, *Monisha Shah <https://eu-west-1.protection.sophos.com?d=list-manage.com&u=aHR0cHM6Ly93aWtpbWVkaWEudXMxMy5saXN0LW1hbmFnZS5jb20vdHJhY2svY2xpY2s_dT03MzdkNWVlNDMyNDUxMGM2NmRiZWUzYjdlJmlkPTJjNTk4NThkZjMmZT1hYjNiMmI4YTRj&i=NjVhZmE0ZjY3MDExZmY1Y2Q3NDE3Yjdi&t=bCtFdkN1OHFia2l0T3BtR2p0dW9jNERtZjdPUll5aDFFaUxRMnFrNFdOND0=&h=85ef2bd0d34541f398e4bb787cf992fb&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbgdvYJPjcGOjyEGwxiOtAewZG1MhMWhKIcnPSQ9J5yEDBy87ANUtuyR10hekZP4rtPC6jAJYFAeNRQnzqhF9yThRq0KRKDIVy-Oibdar3_ag>*, for her impactful tenure over the past four years. She leaves the charity well-positioned with strong finances, a robust five-year strategic plan, motivated staff and secure core funding. Ideal candidate The ideal candidate for this role will bring significant leadership experience within the public or nonprofit sectors, coupled with a strong understanding of charity governance, financial oversight, and strategic planning. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to inclusivity, open knowledge, and the values of Wikimedia UK are essential. Experience in areas such as cultural heritage, education, or climate is desirable. About the role The Chair will shape our strategic direction, ensuring effective governance and representing Wikimedia UK externally. Key responsibilities include chairing quarterly board meetings and the AGM and acting as the main liaison with the Chief Executive. Time commitment The expected commitment is at least a day per month, mostly online but with some in-person engagements in London. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. The initial appointment will be for two-years, with the possibility of extension by mutual agreement. 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