Trustee, Information Systems & Analytics

Trustee, Information Systems & Analytics

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, is seeking a Information Systems & Analytics Trustee to join our purpose-driven and passionate Council (Board of Trustees).Are you ready to play a leading role in shaping the strategic direction of the UK’s oldest national tri-service charity?

Founded in 1885, SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, provides practical, financial and emotional support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. Today, we remain a trusted source of help for those who serve or have served, and for the families who stand beside them.

Our work is underpinned by our values of understanding, commitment, integrity and compassion, and delivered by a diverse network of volunteers and employees across the UK and worldwide.

Role Responsibilities

As a Trustee, you will:

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• Provide strategic leadership, aligning with the Charity Governance Code principles of organisational purpose, leadership and integrity
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• Ensure effective stewardship of the charity’s resources and long-term sustainability
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• Safeguard SSAFA’s reputation, values and charitable purpose
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• Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and inclusive decision-making at Board level
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• Ensure compliance with charity law, regulatory requirements and governing documents
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We are seeking individuals who can contribute to high-quality governance in line with the Charity Governance Code, to:

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• Provide advice on digital technology, transformation and innovation to improve service delivery
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• Provide oversight and guidance on AI, data and digital risks
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• Support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the digital environment
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• Provide assurance on cyber security resilience
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• Work alongside the Executive and IT function to strengthen SSAFA’s digital capability
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Why Join Us

You will join a committed and purpose-driven Board, operating in accordance with recognised governance best practice. This is an opportunity to help shape the strategic future of SSAFA and ensure it continues to deliver impact for the Armed Forces community, now and in the future.

Further Information

Please review the recruitment pack https://www.ssafa.org.uk/media/fkchilyg/s1077-trustee-recruitment-pack-information-systems-analytics-v43.pdf

To apply: Please email a copy of your CV, and covering letter to [email protected]

Postal applications: Sheila Campbell, Senior Staff Officer, SSAFA the Armed Forces charity, Queen Elizabeth House, 4 St Dunstan’s Hill, London EC3R 8AD

Closing date: Midnight on 1 September 2026

Interviews: Face to face interviews will be held in October 2026.