Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is seeking to appoint additional independent members to join our International General Assembly (IGA).

Following appointment to the IGA, independent members are eligible for nomination to the BoT after 1 year as an IGA independent member.

Appointments on the BoT are for a 4-year term limit.

The IGA is the highest body of the new Islamic Relief Worldwide governance structure and consists mainly of representatives elected by Islamic Relief family members across five continents, creating a body that is truly globally representative. It is from the IGA that IRW draws its trustees.

We would like to hear from exceptional applicants with considerable experience and specialist knowledge in a range of professional backgrounds: law, accountancy, audit, humanitarian programming, PR/communications, marketing or fundraising, IT, charity financial policy and strategy, shariah compliance. Those selected will play a vital role in IRW’s strategic work and in helping us respond to key challenges.

As a member of the IGA, it is expected you will be fully committed to the organisational objectives of IRW, sharing our vision, mission and values. You will be expected to attend meetings and be willing to devote the necessary time and effort to the role and to act in the best interest of IRW’s work and its rightsholders.

The Role

Key responsibilities:

Participate in the oversight of the organisation in accordance with its statutory obligations, making sure that IRW satisfies its regulatory and legal requirements as a charity
Act in a manner which supports the organisation in meeting aims and objectives as set out in IRW governing documents, and in ensuring IRW long-term security
Focus on strategic planning and governance when setting IRW priorities and objectives
Participate in the approval of annual plans, strategies and budgets
Support the financial stability of the charity and contribute to its effective and efficient administration, reviewing and approving financial strategies and monitoring income and expenditure, to ensure the organisation is in good financial health
Promote IRW’s vision, mission and values and demonstrate IRW’s values in all of the IGA’s work.
About You

We are seeking exceptional candidates with a breadth of leadership experience who can enhance the strategic development of IRW and have the following skills and qualities:

A deep commitment and passion for IRW’s faith inspired values, vision and mission
An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Considerable professional experience and specialist knowledge in one or more of the following – law, accountancy, audit, humanitarian programming, PR/communications, marketing or fundraising, IT, charity financial policy and strategy, shariah compliance
Strategic vision and critical thinking skills
Skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
Legislative and operating framework for charities/voluntary and community sector organisations, especially an understanding of Charity Commission requirements
A good understanding of the context IRW operates within
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; enjoys teamwork
Willing to be an ambassador for IRW
Demonstrates past public conduct, statements and behaviour that are in line with IRW’s values and expectations of the role
If you are interested in these roles, please review the information pack before applying.

Pre-appointment checks:

Any appointment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

Enhanced screening clearance
Receipt of satisfactory references including the Inter-Agency Misconduct Scheme Reference
DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
Personal social media review

To make your application for the IGA position, please send a current CV and cover letter