My CWA - Chair and Trustees
Inclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting My CWA in their search for their next Chair of Trustees and two new Trustees.
My CWA, formerly known as Cheshire Without Abuse, is a Cheshire-based charity supporting families affected by domestic abuse. They have been standing side by side and supporting people impacted by domestic abuse for over 45 years.
About My CWA
Since 1977, they have been helping people affected by domestic abuse. From crisis accommodation, practical support and a 24-hour helpline, to counselling, recovery programmes and behavioural change therapy, they offer a whole family service to adults, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
Their vision is of a safe community where adults and children can live free from the fear of abuse.
My CWA is looking for a new Chair and two Trustees to join their passionate Board. Joining the Board is an exciting opportunity to put your skills and experience to good use, to benefit your community or to provide better services for people who need them.
About the Chair Opportunity
My CWA is seeking a new Chair to lead the Board. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have experience leading through periods of change.
As Chair you will:
- Provide leadership to the Trustees, facilitating excellent, well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.
- Ensure that the Board and senior leadership team work together effectively.
- Ensure effective contribution of all non-executive and executive team members.
- Support the Chief Executive Officer and hold them to account for the effective management and delivery of the My CWA’s strategic aims and objectives.
- Represent the organisation as a spokesperson at appropriate events, meetings or functions
- Support and develop an inclusive culture that aligns to the values of My CWA.
About the Trustee Opportunities
My CWA is seeking TWO new Trustees to join the Board. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with expertise in ONE of the following areas:
- Legal, particularly family law
- Digital marketing
For more information about these opportunities please download the candidate pack using the form on this page.
Request a Candidate Pack
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How to Apply
Deadline for applications: 21/04/2025
If you wish to apply for this position, please supply the following by 11.59pm on 21/04/2025:
- A detailed CV, setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements
- A cover letter (maximum two sides of A4) highlighting your suitability for the role for which you’re applying and how you meet the person specification. Please note that the cover letter is an important part of your application and will be assessed.
- Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you and over what period of time they have known you. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent
If you have further questions after reading this pack, please email MyCWA@inclusiveboards.co.uk or call 0207 267 8369.
Please visit this link to apply online or send your CV and cover letter to MyCWA@inclusiveboards.co.uk.