We are a charity with a big role to play across Sussex and Surrey. Our mission is to maximise the social value of surplus food and channel it through strong local community partners, so people experiencing hardship can access good, nutritious food with dignity, organisations can thrive, waste and emissions are reduced, and our region becomes more resilient and connected.
Over 20% of all food produced for the UK ends up being wasted. This is an environmental and societal disaster as huge volumes of it is still good to eat. Working with hundreds of suppliers from all parts of the food industry, we rescue and redistribute surplus food, getting it to communities facing the greatest hardship.
Food is at the heart of our work, but our impact goes much further. We currently partner with 279 charities and community groups across Sussex and Surrey. These organisations support people for many different reasons and in many different circumstances.
What does the opportunity involve doing?
We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual with a strong team ethos, to expand the range of trustee skills as well as to build on existing ones.
As a Trustee, you will share responsibility for the governance and direction of FareShare Sussex & Surrey. You will help shape our priorities and plans, provide constructive challenge and support to the Senior Leadership Team, and bring your experience and perspective to important decisions about the future of the organisation. You will also help ensure that we are well governed, financially sustainable, accountable for our performance and always working towards our purpose.
Trustees are expected to:
- Attend up to four Board meetings each year. Meetings take place on Tuesday evenings, alternating between online and in person.
- Contribute to one working group, usually involving 4-6 meetings a year of up to two hours.
- Develop a good understanding of FareShare Sussex & Surrey and the context in which we work.
- Provide advice and support to our Senior Leadership Team where appropriate.
- Attend occasional events and represent the charity where relevant.
This is a voluntary role.
Please send a covering letter of no more than one side of A4, explaining why you are interested in the role and what you could bring, along with your CV, to Jonathan Wilkins at jon@faresharesussexandsurrey.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 16 November 2026.
What induction, training and support is offered?
Full induction and training is offered, as needed.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role before applying, please contact Jonathan, our Chair of Trustees, at the same email address.
What skills or qualities are needed?
We are particularly looking for experience in:
- People and culture, including HR
- Safeguarding
You don’t need previous Trustee or Board experience. What matters is the experience and perspective you can bring, your willingness to ask questions and contribute constructively, and your interest in the work we do.
We absolutely want our Board to reflect the communities we work in and would particularly welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
Date added
7th October 2026
Organisation
Location
3-4, Fairway Business Centre,
Westergate Rd,
Brighton
Deadline for applications
16 Nov 2026
Categories
An environmental project Children/families Community and social centres Homeless people Other groups People with drugs/alcohol problems People with mental health problems
Activities
Being a committee member/trustee
Disabled access?
No
Expenses paid?
Yes
Childcare available?
No
Contact name
Jonathan Wilkins
Email address
jon@faresharesussexandsurrey.org.uk
