Vice Chair of the PAVS Board Featured

How would you like to be part of an organisation focused on delivering support and making a difference in Pembrokeshire?

We are looking for a person who cares about our people and thrives on building relationships to be the Vice Chair of our Board. PAVS (Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services) is the County Voluntary Council (CVC) for Pembrokeshire. It is a company limited by guarantee and registered charity. We are specialists in supporting individuals, voluntary & community groups, social enterprises, and third sector initiatives who in turn enable and support people in our County to access the information, support, advice or community group they need.

Are you passionate about supporting people, and able to collaborate across various groups to co-produce solutions to difficult issues? If so, read on…

PAVS is looking for a new Vice Chairperson. This is a non-remunerated position and one that adds value to the communities and people of Pembrokeshire. This role may be attractive to someone who has had experience of working with committees, and has experience of strategic planning, plus skills in budget setting. If you have experience of the voluntary sector, fundraising, digital and marketing skills as well, even better! The role requires an understanding of the governance and financial standards set down by Companies House and the Charity Commission.

What does a Vice Chair of PAVS look like?

You will bring strong people skills to support the leadership and development of the Board, and be prepared to be the public face of the organisation on occasion. You will need to be able to commit time to the work of PAVS (averages about two days per month), and support on Board Meetings, working groups, regional meetings, courses, events etc. The minimum term of office is three years (subject to performance review) with a maximum of nine years.

The Vice Chair of the Board works closely with the Chair of the Board, and the Chief Officer of PAVS, and provides support to both in strategic matters and financial planning, supported by the Board. A real passion for the work of the third sector in Pembrokeshire will be important, along with a good knowledge and understanding of the County, its people, places, challenges and opportunities.

PAVS is a company limited by guarantee and a charity. It has a board of 10 Directors/Trustees, with three of these positions – the Chair, Vice Chair and Trustee with Special Responsibility for Finance – being appointed by open recruitment and interview. As a Trustee of PAVS, there will be a certain level of responsibility and expectation associated with the role, details of which can be found on the Charity Commission website. You will be expected to support and promote the values of the organisation which are:

• Excellence
• Inclusiveness
• Enthusiasm
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Kindness.

For further information about the role of Vice Chair with PAVS please download our information pack: Vice Chair Recruitment Pack

More information about the work of PAVS can be found in our Impact Report

A copy of our most recent annual accounts can be found here: Full Accounts Year End March 2024

If you would like to know more, have a chat about the opportunity or arrange a conversation with the Chair of the Board of Trustees, please email maudie.hughes@pavs.org.uk or call 07816 182184. If you would like to be considered for the role of Vice Chair of PAVS, please send a copy of your CV with a letter of introduction outlining why you would like to join the Board to our Governance Officer, Maudie Hughes: maudie.hughes@pavs.org.uk.

Closing Date: 30th September 2025