Trustee

Voluntary (non-remunerated). Expenses for Women in Sport related work will be paid.

Central London

Closing Date: 9th January 2026

Potential Interview date: Tuesday 20th January 2026

Face to Face interviews held in Central London

About us:

Women in Sport exists to ensure that every girl and woman can experience the joy, fulfilment, and lifelong benefits of sport. We challenge gender inequality by exposing barriers, developing and promoting policies and solutions and inspiring change through collaboration and influence.

As we look to the future, we re seeking women and men who share our belief that sport can transform lives - leaders ready to help us drive equality from the playground to the pitch, from grassroots to governance.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, and from men who actively champion gender equality and can positively influence others to do the same.

We are keen to hear from women and men who have one (or more) of the following:

Deep knowledge of, and credibility in, professional sport, either as an elite athlete or a coach

An involvement in high level sports governance and regulation, ideally with existing government contacts

Senior leadership experience in major corporations

Expertise in film, media or digital storytelling to reach and inspire large audiences

Involvement and experience of grassroots or sport for development

Specialism in branding and marketing

Your role responsibilities will include:

Developing and supporting Women in Sport's vision and strategy in line with its charitable purpose

Collaborating with the Board and Executive team to ensure board effectiveness

Ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and risk management across the organisation

Representing and championing Women in Sport by being an advocate and ambassador

Being the guardian of our reputation seeking to ensure Women in Sport maintains its leading position in advocacy for women and girls in sport

In partnership with other Trustees, providing guidance, support and challenge to the CEO and executive team

Key experience, skills and attributes required:

Experience operating at Board in a non-executive or executive capacity

Demonstrable ability of being a trusted advisor to a wide range of stakeholders, including executive management

Detailed understanding of the boundaries which exist between the Executive and the Non-Executive

Proven ability to provide strategic oversight of organisational performance and long-term planning

Strong personal commitment to Women in Sport s vision and purpose

A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Terms of Appointment:

The equivalent of circa 8-12 days per year are required. This will include four Board meetings, as well as additional committee meetings and one strategy day per year and representing the organisation in an ambassadorial capacity

All Women in Sport Trustee appointments are non-remunerated. Expenses are available for all WiS related work

It is expected that new Trustees will commit for at least one term of three years

Please see the job description for a full list of responsibilities and the criteria required for this role.