Wick and Toddington Partnership Board Chair *Voluntary*

Employer: Arun District Council
Salary: Voluntary - Expenses only
Location: Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Contract: Voluntary
Working Pattern: Evenings/Flexible Hours/Part Time
Hours: 1 hours per week. 1 day per month for 3 years.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: 09/02/2026 at 12:00
Reference: P/26/329881

Do you live in the Wick and Toddington area of Littlehampton or have a strong association with the area and are passionate about improving the area for all?

Overall Job Purpose:

The council is looking to appoint an independent chairperson of a local partnership board which will oversee the distribution of up to £20 million to improve the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of residents in the Wick and Toddington area.

If you feel that you can help the board develop a strong vision for the area and deliver meaningful change then we would like to hear from you.

You should have a proven track record at senior levels in complex organisations (public, private, voluntary) and a strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and probity.

You should also have excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with government, partners, and diverse groups as well as the ability to think strategically and demonstrate sound financial judgement.

This is a voluntary role, but expenses incurred will be reimbursed. The appointment would be for an initial three-year period, and for the first year is likely to involve a commitment of up to one day a month

For more information about joining the partnership board, the job description and person specification can be viewed as follows:  https://www.arun.gov.uk/pride-in-place

To submit an application please send to prideinplace@arun.gov.uk a supporting statement of no more than two A4 sides, setting out your association with the area and how you meet the requirements of the role. If you would like to discuss this opportunity or need further support with the application process, please contact prideinplace@arun.gov.uk

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026 12:00 noon