The Passage
Board of Trustees Member
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Location: London (meetings held in person with hybrid options)
Commitment: Approximately 1–2 days per month
Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
About The Passage
The Passage is one of the UK’s leading homelessness charities, providing a comprehensive range of services to support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. For over four decades, we have delivered high‑impact frontline support, innovative housing solutions, and evidence‑based advocacy aimed at ending street homelessness.
Our vision is a society where everyone has a safe place to call home and the support they need to thrive.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Trustee to join our Board and contribute to the strategic leadership and governance of the charity. Trustees play a central role in ensuring The Passage remains financially sustainable, well‑governed, and focused on delivering high‑quality services that meet the needs of the communities we serve.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic oversight and constructive challenge
- Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial requirements
- Supporting and scrutinising organisational performance
- Acting as an ambassador for the charity and its mission
- Contributing to Board committees as required
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals with:
- Senior leadership experience in any sector
- Strong strategic judgment and analytical skills
- Commitment to social justice and addressing homelessness
- Integrity, independence of thought, and a collaborative approach
- A collaborative, compassionate approach to governance
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We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in housing, finance, public policy, lived experience of homelessness, charity governance or community engagement, though this is not essential.
Time Commitment
The role requires attendance at quarterly Board meetings, participation in relevant committees, and occasional engagement in strategic sessions or events. The overall commitment is approximately 1–2 days per month.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to contribute to the governance of a respected and impactful organisation working at the forefront of homelessness prevention and support. Trustees help shape our strategic direction and ensure we continue to deliver services that change lives.
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