Trustee

We are looking for a young person to join our Board of Trustees who has a passion to break the cycle of youth homelessness, a commitment to help make hyh an ever-better charity and who shares our values (big-hearted, open and expert). We aren't looking for specific areas of knowledge and experience but if you could help with one or more of the following that would be an added bonus: communication and engagement with young people, supporting people with mental health issues or neurodivergence, data and impact measurement, service design and delivery and/or equity, diversity and inclusion.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a young person (aged 18-30) to contribute to the strategic direction and governance of hyh, ensuring that our services continue to meet the needs of young people in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend and actively participate in quarterly board meetings.
• Provide a youth perspective on strategic decisions and initiatives.
• Support fundraising and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure hyh remains compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Advocate for the needs and interests of young people in Hertfordshire.

What We're Looking For:

• Aged 18-30 years old with a passion for making a difference in the community.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to high-level discussions.
• Commitment to hyh's mission and values.
• Previous experience in a voluntary or leadership role is a plus, but not essential.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to develop leadership and governance skills.
• Mentorship and support from experienced trustees.
• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people.
• Networking opportunities within the charity sector.

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV along with either a covering letter or a short video which sets out:

1. Why you want to join hyh;

2. What experience and expertise you can bring to the hyh Board of Trustees;

3. Whether any area of hyh's work particularly interests you?

Please apply via our website

using the link the apply via our recruitment portal.

This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or young adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Criminal Records Bureau as part of Herts Young Homeless's pre-employment checks. Please note that additional information referring to the Criminal Records Bureau is in the guidance notes to the application form. If you are invited to an interview you will receive more information.

Interview process will consist of interview with Chair and Vice Chair followed by an informal session with the CEO and other key members of staff.

Interviews will be scheduled in May and at a mutually convenient time.

Closing Date 30th April 2025