Workingwithus Board Member Recruitment Information Pack
Flexible
Everyone's circumstances are different, so we approach them differently too.
Fair
Equality is core to all that we do.
Inspiring
Our focus is always on the potential.
for your interest in joining our Board at Stori to be a specialist Housing Association who are bout making a real difference to people’s lives. people who have experienced domestic abuse, young es, and people who have experienced mental ill health the challenges they face and start a new, positive eir lives. We enable people to develop new skills, build fidence, and access the housing, support and they need to live safe, happy, healthy and independent o provide specialist education and training services
ganisation led by our values, we’re Flexible, Fair and everything we do. We’re an open, inclusive and am; a place where your ideas, views and opinions are and valued, and an organisation committed to being a or great people.
ested in bringing your HR expertise to our board, we’d from you! Please contact Andrew Belcher Chief cer via Andrew.Belcher@StoriCymru org uk
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced current or former HR professio join our Board. We currently have eleven board member experience across Housing, Development, Finance, Legal Se Governance, Support, Social Care, Organisational Develop Health, Local Government, Education, Training and HR.
Your HR expertise will add to the diverse knowledge, skil experience of our Board; helping us attract, develop, and reta talent, whilst ensuring that Stori continues to be a great pl work for great people.
You’ll be joining an organisation driven by its values; committed to providing safe homes and supporting peo develop their knowledge and skills to build a brighter future.
As part of our Board you will be key in:
Development of recruitment, retention, and develo strategies
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion withi association
Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and HR practice
Contributing to board discussions and decision-making
What We’re Looking For
Strategic HR Expertise
Ability to advise on workforce planning, talent management, Employment Law, organisational development and HR Best Practice.
Recruitment & Retention Knowledge
nsights into attracting, developing, and retaining talent.
Change Management Experience
Ability to support the organisation through transitions include TUPE, restructures, or cultural change.
Communication & Leadership Skills
Strong interpersonal and advisory skills to influence board decisions.
Confidentiality & Ethics
A strong sense of integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive HR matters. A commitment to our values.
Education, Skills and Experience
CIPD Level 7 or equivalent relevant qualification
Experience of working at a strategic level of HR
A clear understanding of Organisational Strategy
Knowledge of non-profit organisations
Previous experience as a senior HR professional Board or governance experience (not essentia
“I’ve been extremely grateful of the additional skills I’ve learned over the last year and half from my fellow board members who are all extremely talented and professional. These skills have helped me immensely in my own professional career.
I’ve been able play a part in Stori refining and enhancing services that we deliver for the benefit of people throughout Wales, by helping Stori provide services to people across Wales I feel an enormous sense of pride.”
Allyn Pritchard, Stori Board Member
Why Join Our Board
All of our Board positions are voluntary and unpaid. We deeply appreciate the time, effort, and dedication these roles require. While we are unable to offer financial compensation beyond reasonable expenses, we aim to provide meaningful rewards through opportunities for personal development and the satisfaction of knowing that your contributions are driving real change and making a lasting impact across Wales.
Professional Growth
Gain valuable experience in governance, strategic decision-making, and leadership, which can enhance your career and broaden your expertise.
Expand Your Network
Build relationships with other professionals, leaders, and stakeholders, fostering connections that can lead to new opportunities and collaborations.
Leadership Development
Strengthen your leadership skills by engaging with complex issues, working with diverse teams, and navigating the responsibilities of board governance.
Make an Impactful Difference
Use your skills to support a mission that aligns with your values, driving positive change while gaining personal fulfilment from making a real difference in a cause you care about.
Our Services
Our services always focus on empowering people to live as safely and as well as possible, whatever their personal circumstances.
This may be through supporting people one to one, educating and training others to do the same – even helping children understand how to build positive, happy relationships in life, through our work in schools. Here are what we do, day in day out.
Housing
We are a social landlord registered with the Welsh Government. We work across most of Wales delivering housing and specialist support to vulnerable people.
Support
We have extensive knowledge and experience of delivering housing-related support services across Wales. We believe that people have the right to aspire to safe, independent lives within their communities.
Projects
We work with children, young people, and adults to help their understanding of what’s okay and what’s not, raising awareness of violence against women, domestic abuse, and sexual violence (VAWDASV).
Training
We offer training for organisations and individuals in a number of different fields, giving people the knowledge and skills to build and improve their working practice.
Employability
We offer one-to-one support, giving people access to education, training, volunteering and employment, so they can build themselves a positive future.
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