Who we are
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.
The role
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, is seeking a Finance Trustee and an 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:
- Provide strategic leadership, aligning with the Charity Governance Code principles of organisational purpose, leadership and integrity
- Ensure effective stewardship of the charity’s resources and long-term sustainability
- Safeguard SSAFA’s reputation, values and charitable purpose
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and inclusive decision-making at Board level
- Ensure compliance with charity law, regulatory requirements and governing documents
We are seeking individuals who can contribute to high-quality governance in line with the Charity Governance Code, to:
Finance Trustee
- A professional background in finance, accounting, banking or investment
- Experience in financial management, planning and governance
- Strategic insight, sound judgement and independence of thought
- An understanding of, or willingness to develop knowledge of, the charity finance and governance framework
- · A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and the ability to contribute to inclusive Board dynamics
Information Systems & Analytics Trustee
- Provide advice on digital technology, transformation and innovation to improve service delivery
- Provide oversight and guidance on AI, data and digital risks
- Support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the digital environment
- Provide assurance on cyber security resilience
- Work alongside the Executive and IT function to strengthen SSAFA’s digital capability
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/44bk2jfc/s1077-trustee-recruitment-pack-finance-v73.pdf
To apply: Please email a copy of your CV, and covering letter to Sheila.campbell@ssafa.org.uk
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.
