Chair of Kyniska Advocacy's Board of Trustees

Organisation: Kyniska Advocacy Ltd
Salary: Voluntary Position
Location: Remote
Contract type: Volunteer
Closing date: 18 March 2026
Job Description: Job Description

We’re seeking an experienced, thoughtful Chair to lead our Board and support the organisation’s strategic direction, good governance, and accountability.

At Kyniska Advocacy, our vision is a sporting community which fosters a safe environment for all athletes and has the protection and welfare of women at its heart.

As we continue to grow as an organisation, we’re looking for someone who combines a deep passion for our cause with the ambition to help shape a safer, more equitable sporting world, guiding the Board with integrity, clarity, and a shared commitment to sport that protects, respects, and empowers.

Role Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance:
Support the strategic direction of Kyniska Advocacy in partnership with the CEO.
Provide oversight to ensure the charity’s activities comply with UK charity law, Charity Commission guidance, and the organisation’s governing documents.
Ensure the Board of Trustees provides effective oversight and accountability.
Act as an advisory for both political engagement and long-term strategy of the organisation.
Act as a public champion for Kyniska Advocacy, leveraging networks to enhance the organisation’s reputation and reach.
Engage with key stakeholders, including funders, partners, policymakers, and the sports sector.

Board & organisational development:
Chair Board meetings, ensuring agendas are forward-thinking and strategic.
Encourage Board members to actively engage in discussions, decision-making, and external advocacy.
Lead Board succession planning and recruitment to ensure a diverse, skilled, and engaged Board.
Oversee Board members’ development, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and training needed.
Promote an inclusive, transparent, and supportive culture among the Board and leadership team.

Financial & operational oversight:
Approve and monitor budgets, spending plans, and fundraising strategies.
Support non-grant fundraising and partnership opportunities to support financial sustainability.

CEO support & accountability:
Work closely with the CEO, providing support while ensuring accountability.
Agree annual performance objectives with the CEO and conduct periodic reviews.

Support leadership succession planning for long-term organisational sustainability.

Minimum Requirements:

Demonstrated experience serving on a Charity Board of Trustees or similar senior organisational position
Strong governance and facilitation skills
Confidence overseeing risk, finance, and organisational performance
A collaborative, trauma-informed approach and commitment to safeguarding
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and meaningful participation (including lived experience voices)
Understanding of sport and sports systems in the UK (Desirable)
Experience working with founder-led or growing organisations (Desirable)

We are proudly athlete-led and lived-experience-led. Both athletes and people with lived experience of abuse are encouraged to apply.

Key Information

This is a voluntary role.
Time Commitment: 4 meetings/year + preparation; occasional check-ins with the CEO.
Term: 2 years
All reasonable travel and subsistence will be reimbursed.
How to apply: Find out more information and apply using the form on our webpage with your CV and response to the application question: https://www.kyniskaadvocacy.com/open-vacancies Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter for this role. Closing date: 18th March 2026 Please direct any questions about the application to hello@kyniskaadvocacy.com Informal conversations welcomed. Contact mhairi.maclennan@kyniskaadvocacy.com