Shadow Board Member
Solace is seeking to recruit 3 new Shadow Board members, with lived experience of VAWG to work alongside and act as a critical friend to the Board of Trustees. We are looking to culminate a diverse Shadow Board with a range of expertise and skills, to work together with the Board of Trustees in fulfilling responsibilities for the strategic direction and overall governance of the organisation.
By joining our Shadow Board, you will have the exciting and important opportunity to use your lived experience, skills and expertise to drive the success of a growing organisation that makes a profound and positive impact on the lives of women and girls who have suffered from violence and abuse.
How to apply
Please read the Volunteer Role Description before you attempt to fill out the application form.
Please complete the Volunteer Application Form and ensure you clearly state the role you are applying for.
Please complete the Volunteer Equality Monitoring Form.
Send the completed Application Form & Monitoring Form along with your current CV to volunteering@solacewomensaid.org.
Please note that our volunteer opportunities are open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1), and that these volunteer roles are exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974 and subject to enhanced DBS checks where applicable.
Applications which are incomplete will not be reviewed. All our roles are during office hours only unless stated otherwise.
Details
Location: Board meetings will be held every other month in person at our London Office in Camden. Alternative months meetings will be held online via MS Teams.
Hours: Board meetings will be held every other month in person at our London Office in Camden. Alternative months meetings will be held online via MS Teams.
Contract type: The initial appointment is for a two- or three-year term but can be extended for further terms.
Dates
Closing date: 30/01/2026 12:00 am
Interview date: 04/02/2026 11:00 am
Downloads
Volunteer Application Form (Application form)
Peer Mentor Equality Monitoring Form (Monitoring form)
Shadow Board Member Recruitment Pack.pdf (Application pack)