Board Member (Two positions available)
Board Member (Two positions available)
Eastlight Community Homes is seeking two experienced and visionary individuals to join our Board and Committees on a basis of 36 days per year.
Ideal candidates will be passionate about co-design, the importance of resident voice and enhancing how we operate within an ever-evolving financial and regulatory landscape. Ideally, they will also have significant knowledge of the challenges facing the social housing sector and our diverse residents to help shape our strategies and forward direction to deliver the kinds of high-quality homes and services our residents need now and in the future.
With a G1 V1 governance and financial viability rating, we are delivering on our ambitious Corporate Strategy 2024-2027 – our forward vision, co-designed with residents. To realise our plans, we seek two non-executive leaders who share our purpose and embody our values of ambition, inclusivity and accountability, both in their work and in their behaviour.
They will be eager to join an innovative and diverse organisation with a solid financial foundation and clear vision for housing across Essex and the East.
We are looking to strengthen the knowledge and skills on our committees ahead of planned retirements of both Members and Committee Chairs. Ideally, we are looking to appoint the successful candidates either to Governance and People Committee or to Audit and Risk Committee. Specific skills for those two Committees are noted below, and full details of the broader skills and experience we are hoping to strengthen as in the job pack.
Specific Audit and Risk Committee Member skills and experience
Essential
- Qualified accountant (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Treasury experience would be an advantage
- Internal or external audit experience
Specific Governance and People Committee Member skills and experience
Essential
- Strong experience working within governance or people teams within social housing or the third sector
Desirable
- Leading or supporting Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives, knowing how to fix unfairness in different situations
- Experience of working in a highly regulated sector
If you have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience, then we would love to hear from you.
At Eastlight, we prioritise our people, nurturing a culture where everyone can flourish through support, development and investment.
We offer a competitive renumeration package of £8,500, plus expenses. Additionally, we provide agile working opportunities, comprehensive training programmes, and foster a supportive and inclusive environment, demonstrating our commitment to your growth and wellbeing.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of Eastlight, join us in our mission to create affordable homes and great neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
Eastlight is a Level 3 Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, and we therefore encourage applications from everyone regardless of characteristics or backgrounds.
If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk
For a confidential discussion about the position or for more information, please contact Harriet Rushton, Company Secretary, on harriet.rushton@eastlighthomes.co.uk
Join us and be part of something extraordinary at Eastlight Community Homes.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 9th February at 23:59
Interview Dates: (in-person at our Braintree office): 24th February 2025 and 3rd March 2025