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Trustee and Chair of Development Board Do you have experience of major donor/philanthropic fundraising, and/or experience of raising significant investment in a business environment? Join a committed and high-performing Board of Trustees as a Director, working collaboratively to provide excellent governance of the charity. Position: Chair of Development Board & Trustee Location: White City, London Contract: Trustees are expected to serve a three-year term to be eligible for reappointment for one additional term Closing Date: 8th December 2025 We are seeking a new Trustee who will use their personal/professional networks, influence, and fundraising or business development experience to open doors and win financial support for the charity. You will work alongside the Board and Leadership Team to provide leadership and challenge around diverse streams of income generation. As Chair of the Development Board you will: Act as a champion for the charity, using your extensive personal or professional networks, influence as well as your fundraising or business development experience to solicit funding support in line with the charity’s values and strategic priorities.Support the Board and the Leadership Team to develop its fundraising strategy, providing leadership oversight and challenge around income generation including corporates, individuals and families, legacy giving and trusts and foundations. Time Commitment 4 Board meetings/year & 4 Development BoardsRegular engagement with the CEO & Head of Fundraising & Communications1 x Board development day/yearParticipation in occasional WEST events About the Charity Opened in April 2024, the Youth Zone is a purpose built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. Staffed by talented, skilled and dedicated yo