Thursday 14-03-2024 - 11:29

At Chester Students' Union, we're excited to announce a unique opportunity for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team as Lay Trustees. As we embark on a journey towards sustainability and growth, we're seeking enthusiastic individuals who are eager to lend their expertise, insight, and commitment to our organisation

About Us

Chester Students' Union proudly represents the voice of the 15,000 students studying at the University of Chester. With a strong commitment to enhancing student life across all campuses, we strive to provide the best possible experience for every student. Our primary focus revolves around four key pillars: Voice, Opportunities, Community, and Advice.

The Role of Lay Trustees

As Lay Trustees, you will play a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of Chester Students' Union, ensuring that we are delivering effectively for our members and challenging the University to deliver the best possible university experience. Working alongside our dedicated officers, students and leadership team, you'll bring your unique perspective and expertise to the table as we navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who bring a diverse range of skills, experiences, and perspectives to contribute to our dynamic and student-focused Board. If you're passionate about higher education, student success, well-being, and making a positive impact, we invite you to consider applying. Some of the experiences we are looking for include:

• Experience in financial strategy and governance.
• High-level leadership experience within the Students’ Union/Charity sector.
• Strategic partnerships and measuring impact within charity, public sector, and/or membership organizations.
• Governance expertise.
• Human resources/people leadership skills.

Read More in our Opportunity Pack

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a difference and help shape the future of Chester Students' Union, we encourage you to apply! To be considered for the role of Lay Trustee, please submit the following documents to workforus@chester.ac.uk by Midday on Thursday 4th April 2024:

• Your complete CV.
• A supporting statement matching the person specification.
• Details of two employment references.

Interview Process

We expect interviews to be taking place in the weeks commencing 8th and 15th April 2024. If you have any questions or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please feel free to contact Scott Farmer, our Change Director, at scott.farmer@chester.ac.uk or 07889 125082.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

Join us in shaping the future of Chester Students' Union and making a positive impact on student life at the University of Chester. Together, we'll create an unforgettable university experience for every student. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special – apply to become a Lay Trustee today!