Position Description

What will you be doing?

We’re looking for a Company Secretary who wants to join our friendly and committed Board of Trustees to support and develop the work of Yada.

As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Company Secretary involves a number of administrative duties to support the Board. You will support the Chair and Board of Trustees to ensure compliance with charity and regulatory requirements, while helping maintain effective governance and accountability. Responsibilities include planning and organising Board and committee meetings, preparing agendas, and taking accurate and timely minutes.

Alongside your fellow Trustees, you will also be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, including developing its aims, objectives and goals in accordance with relevant organisation and legal guidelines.

The Board meet in person in Worthing every other meeting. Time commitment: Quarterly Board meetings, strategy day once a year and there will ad hoc support required in between Board meetings.

Time commitment

The Board meet in person in Worthing every other meeting.

Quarterly Board meetings, strategy day once a year and there will ad hoc support required in between Board meetings.

What difference will you make?

Joining Yada as Company Secretary is a chance to make a meaningful contribution to an organisation dedicated to creating a world free from sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence against women. This role offers the chance to contribute strategically at leadership level, work closely with fellow Trustees and senior staff, and directly support the sustainability and growth of Yada.

Selection Criteria

What are we looking for?
• Previous Company Secretary experience is desirable.
• Excellent written skills with an eye for detail.
• Trustee experience or the willingness to gain an understanding of the relevant charity and company regulations.
• An understanding of the charity sector and its governance will be an advantage.

Yada recognises the value Trustees with lived experience can bring to the Board, in enriching the critical discussion making of the organization and bringing particular insight to how the charity operates. We therefore encourage/welcome candidates who have lived experience in anyway relating to the work of Yada, be that sexual abuse, domestic violence, sex working or sexual exploitation.

Induction and training will be provided.

How to Apply

Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.

To apply please submit your CV/LinkedIn profile along with a cover letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and how your skills and experience would add value to the Board.

Deadline for applications is 31 July 2026