Chair of the Joint Advisory Committee for the Ethics of Investment

THE METHODIST CHURCH; United States; Remote; USD 80 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a committed individual to chair the Joint Advisory Committee on the Ethics of Investment. This voluntary role involves advising on ethical investment dilemmas and advocating for ethical policies within the Church. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, strategic thinking abilities, and a passion for ethical investment. If you're eager to contribute to meaningful discussions around investment ethics and make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Reimbursement of agreed expenses

Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Chair of committees at local or Connexional level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of groups.

Responsibilities

• Advise on ethical issues related to investment decisions.
• Meet quarterly to discuss ethical investment dilemmas.

Skills

Effective communication

Strategic thinking

Curiosity about ethical investment

Theological reflection

Job description

Chair of the Joint Advisory Committee for the Ethics of Investment

Are you interested in how our investment can shape the future of our planet, how companies deal with conflict or fair pay, or in ethical investment issues around AI? Are you a keen and experienced individual who is interested in helping the Church to invest its money ethically? Do you want to make a difference and contribute to The Methodist Church? Could you be the next Chair of this exciting work?

About the role

The Joint Advisory Committee on the Ethics of Investment (JACEI) helps the Methodist Church to tackle the ethical dilemmas associated with investment. While the Central Finance Board has legal responsibility for making investment decisions, JACEI provides them with advice on ethical issues. JACEI meets four times a year, in person or on zoom, and reports annually to the Methodist conference as well as advocating for ethical policies.

About You

We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills. This individual will:

• Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain
• Have previous experience of serving as a Chair of committees at local, District or Connexional level
• Be an effective communicator with a wide range of groups and people
• Be able to absorb details and think strategically
• Curious and committed to ethical investment, rather than an expert in investment or in ethics
• Able to reflect theologically on the the matters at hand

We advise you to review the candidate pack, the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form. The candidate pack includes some useful information about our processes.

If you have questions about the role please email [e-mail] or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process please email [e-mail]

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 14 May.

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Interviews Date: Monday 2 June (online).

Provisional appointment start date:1 September 2025 subject to appointment by the Connexional Council

This is a voluntary unpaid position; however, some additional expenses can be agreed.