19/05/2026
We are looking for a new Chairperson.
Not the “turn up quietly to four meetings a year and nod at spreadsheets” kind.
We need someone who understands that charities still need to think strategically, grow sustainably, raise their profile, build partnerships, and sometimes make difficult decisions.
Basically… someone who gets that doing good work needs even better leadership.
We’d especially love to hear from people with skills or experience in areas like:
• Business or entrepreneurship
• Marketing, PR or social media
• Fundraising or business development
• Partnerships and networking
• Strategy, leadership or governance
You absolutely do not need to tick every box, but a few would be great.
We’re looking for someone with useful experience, fresh thinking, good judgement, strong relationships, and the confidence to challenge ideas when needed.
Most importantly, we want someone approachable, grounded, and passionate about communities.
Absafe delivers community safety, wellbeing, employability, youth leadership and resilience programmes across the North-East of Scotland, supporting diverse communities through practical, people-first work.
The role itself is pretty manageable:
• 4 board meetings a year (yes, really, that’s it)
• Chairing meetings and supporting good governance (keeping us organised, sensible, and vaguely on track)
• Working with the CEO and board on strategy and sustainability (helping us figure out where we’re going and how we keep the lights on)
• Helping us grow our impact and profile (shout about us everywhere you go!)
• Preparing a short annual Chair’s report (a few pages once a year, not writing War and Peace)
This is a voluntary role.
If you’d like more information, or fancy applying, please send your CV or a bit about yourself to hello@absafe.org.uk for an informal chat.
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