Chairing a charity board is a balancing act of strategy, diplomacy, and accountability, and as a high-level voluntary position can be both a privilege and a challenge.
Strong leadership and good governance doesn’t come by chance, and without effective training, even the most passionate leaders can struggle to turn good intentions into lasting impact.
That’s where the Emerging Chairs Programme comes in.
Suitable for both aspiring and existing Chairs, this renowned training is designed to give participants the skills and confidence to thrive in this vital leadership role.
Delivered in an engaging and expert-led environment, you will learn:
- The key skills needed to effectively Chair a charitable organisation
- The relational and communicative qualities of a healthy board and how to set a positive organisational culture
- How to support your Senior Management team and get the best out of your workforce and board
- How to develop a long-term business plan and strategy
- The key components of fundraising and marketing at a governance level
- How to overcome some of the biggest challenges you might face as a Chair
Course Structure
The Emerging Chairs Programme covers key topics in chairing a Board of Trustees in five core modules
-Leading a Board of Trustees– Learn how to manage your board effectively, build the right mix of skills, sustain morale, and tackle common challenges with confidence.
-Supporting the Senior Management Team– Understand the vital balance between governance and executive leadership, and discover how to set a positive, effective organisational culture.
-Developing a Long-Term Business Plan and Strategy– Explore how to shape and monitor strategy, use key performance indicators, and define the roles of trustees and executives in steering the organisation.
-Fundraising and Marketing– Unpack how trustees can play an active role in strengthening a charity’s fundraising and marketing, ensuring financial sustainability and public engagement.
-Challenges for Charity Chairs– Reflect on the journey, consolidate learning, and focus on developing your leadership style for long-term impact.