Governance Lead (Volunteer role)

Pride in London

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
  • Apply easily
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The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part of Pride in London.Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration. Our guiding values - Visibility, Unity, and Equality - drive every step we take.Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all.With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony!Pride in London stands committed to truly representing every facet of our community. We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our focus is on enriching the diversity of our volunteers, ensuring that Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled, Trans, and all communities are vividly reflected within our teams.We invite you to join us and become part of Pride in London's journey.Your roleThe Governance Lead role is pivotal in guiding Pride in London through our strategic transformation from a Community Interest Company (CIC) to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). You'll provide expert leadership on governance matters whilst steering the organisational change process to ensure seamless transition. This role ensures we maintain robust governance structures that support our mission whilst positioning us for future growth and impact.As Governance Lead, you will strategically manage the CIC to CIO conversion process whilst providing governance expertise to ensure Pride in London's continued excellence in organisational management and compliance.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESLead the strategic planning and execution of Pride in London's conversion from CIC to CIO statusProvide expert guidance to the CEO and Board on governance best practices and regulatory complianceOversee the development of new constitutional documents, policies, and governance frameworks for CIO statusManage stakeholder communications and regulatory submissions throughout the conversion processCoordinate with legal advisors, Charity Commission, and other regulatory bodies to ensure smooth transitionWHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLEProven experience leading organisational change in charity/non-profit sectorExpert knowledge of charity law, CIO regulations, and governance best practicesExperience with CIC to CIO conversions or similar organisational transitionsStrong project management skills with ability to coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder processesExcellent communication skills for engaging with regulators, legal advisors, and internal stakeholdersRole DetailsThis is a volunteer role with a minimum commitment of 4 hours per week.What you'll get from Pride In London:Be Yourself, No Masks!Friendly Induction, Year-round TrainingNew Professional ExperienceExpand NetworkConnect with VolunteersCommitment to celebrating diversity and promoting inclusivityWe encourage applications from Black, Brown, Asian, and ethnically diverse candidates, as well as disabled people and trans people.Department LocationsContact Chief Executive - Executive Leadership TeamCurrent openingsOur CultureOur volunteers are driven and passionate about what they do. Putting on one of London's largest one-day events requires dedication and perseverance.Although a lot of our work is completed remotely, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet with your team and others throughout the year to not only plan what's ahead but to socialise too.We're looking for enthusiastic people to join the organisation so we can provide a platform for every part of London's LGBTQ+ community.About Pride in LondonPride in London is run in majority by a group of volunteers who are passionate about equality and diversity. We are a not-for-profit organisation, and any surplus funds we raise are used to support the LGBTQ+ communities and improve the event.Pride in London includes people of every race and faith, whether disabled or able-bodied, and all sexualities and genders including lesbian, gay, bisexual, asexual, queer, questioning, intersex, trans*, genderqueer, gender variant or non-binary as well as straight and cis allies.Founded in 2012Co-workers 150+ volunteers careersite--jobs--form-overlay#showFormOverlay">Apply here jobs--overlay#closeOverlay">Other · LondonGovernance Lead (Volunteer role)Lead our CIC to CIO conversion! Seeking expert to guide organisational transformation & governance. Charity law experience, CIO conversion knowledge required.Loading application formCareer site
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