Independent Deputy Chair – Torbay, Plymouth and Devon VCSE Assembly

Devon Communities Together; Exeter; Remote; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Communities Together is seeking an Independent Deputy Chair for the Torbay, Plymouth and Devon VCSE Assembly. This role involves strategic leadership and collaboration within the VCSE sector, requiring strong governance skills and a commitment to supporting the Assembly until March 2026. The position is home-based with travel across Devon and offers a day rate of £375.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic and operational leadership experience within the VCSE sector.
• Track record in VCSE collaboration and partnership working.
• Recent knowledge of the VCSE landscape across Devon.

Responsibilities

• Support the Independent Chair and Executive Committee.
• Strengthen the collaborative model of the VCSE sector.
• Amplify the voice of the VCSE sector.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational leadership

Governance skills

Collaboration

Engagement skills

Job description

Are you a freelancer whose portfolio includes previous experience as a successful VCSE leader with a passion for collaboration, inclusion, and strategic impact?

TheTorbay, Plymouth and Devon VCSE Assemblyis seeking anIndependent Deputy Chairto help shape the next phase of our journey. You'll support our Independent Chair and Executive Committee, working with our operational team to help strengthen our collaborative model and amplify the voice of the VCSE sector.

Commitment: 2 days/month (with potential for additional work, funding permitting)

Day Rate: £375 (inclusive of travel/expenses)

Location: Home-based (Devon-wide travel required)

Contract: Freelancer who can commit to support the Assembly until March 2026. Secondment opportunities will be considered where complete independence from the host employer can be demonstrated.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong strategic and operational leadership experience within the VCSE sector at a Deputy CEO or equivalent level.
• A track record in VCSE collaboration, co-design, and partnership working
• Excellent governance, engagement, and leadership skills
• Recent knowledge of the VCSE landscape across Devon

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a stronger, more resilient VCSE sector across Devon.

For further details and to apply, please [e-mail].

Closing date: Sunday 1stJune 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 5thJune in the afternoon to take place on a Teams call.Please note candidates must be available or cannot be considered for this position.