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Chair and Deputy Chair of Chichester DBF
We’re looking for two people to help us strengthen our financial governance and ensure that the Church of England continues to thrive across Sussex. Our Chair, Lesley Lynn, will step down next year. As well as seeking her successor, we are also looking to appoint a Deputy Chair. Although these are voluntary roles, reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Could one of these be you, or someone you know?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund and Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF) stewards the diocesan finances and has an annual budget of £17 million, and assets of £320 million. We have over 470 churches, served by nearly 400 clergy, and more than 150 church schools across the diocese.
Skill and experience needed:
We’re looking for people who can take an overview of our financial model and operations, can think strategically and contribute insightfully and succinctly to Bishop’s Council – most of whom will not be financial specialists. The ability to ask good questions is important. Your experience will include most of the following skills and experience:
Timescales and application:
The term of office for these roles is a four-year period, and it would be helpful if at least one of those appointed was willing to consider serving for two terms. For more details and an informal chat please call the Diocesan Secretary, John Preston, on 01273 421 021 or the current Chair of the DBF Lesley Lynn on 07768 115184.
For further information, please refer to the Recruitment Pack and to apply please send your CV with a brief covering letter to: recruitment@chichester.anglican.org
The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole diocese. We welcome all applications from interested and suitably qualified people, and particularly welcome applications from those of UK Minority Ethnic /Global Majority Heritage and people with disabilities.