Could you help shape the future of Grampian Women’s Aid and make a lasting difference to the lives of women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse?

We’re looking for an inspiring and strategic woman leader to become our new Chair of Trustees.

As Chair, you’ll provide leadership to our Board, support our Chief Executive, help shape our strategic direction and champion our work externally.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strategic leadership and decision-making skills
• Board, governance or senior leadership experience
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and women’s rights
• A passion for supporting women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse

Previous Chair or trustee experience is welcome, but not essential, full induction and ongoing support will be provided.

Time commitment: Approximately 6–8 hours per month. Board meetings every two months, online or in person (in-person meetings at our registered office - The Gatehouse, Quarry Road, Aberdeen. Online meetings take place via Teams).

If you’re passionate about creating lasting change and want to help lead an established organisation, supporting women and children since 1978, we’d love to hear from you.

Informal, confidential enquiries: Aileen Forbes, Chief Executive Officer – info@grampianwa.com‍

(please note that as an organisation led by and for women and in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, we can only accept applications from women).