IPPF seeks passionate and dedicated Global Trustees, Nominations and Governance Committee and Board Committees Members to advance Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights across the world.

There is no moment like the present where it is more urgent to fight for sexual and reproductive health and rights. Are you an activist from a community denied these rights? Maybe you are a strategic finance expert or experienced professional wanting to use your skills for good? You might be a young person seeking a channel to fight for a better world for all generations. If so, we need you.

International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global service provider and a leading advocate of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for all. It delivers through a Federation of Member Associations (MAs) in 123 countries and Collaborative Partners in a further 26 countries. The Secretariat has its registered office in London, UK, and prides itself on being local through MAs and Partners, as well as global through our worldwide network.

After the launch of its Come Together Strategy 2023-2028, IPPF is ensuring it is equipped to face the challenges ahead. In this new era, IPPF commits to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives and well-being. IPPF comes together to support women, youth and marginalised and excluded people to transform the communities and countries we live in for the better.

We are seeking multiple roles across IPPF’s Governing Bodies:

Board of Trustees

1. The IPPF Board of Trustees sets and monitors the strategic direction of IPPF, reporting to the IPPF General Assembly of Member Associations.

Nominations and Governance Committee (NGC)  

1. Responsible for recruiting and vetting prospective Board and standing committee members through open, transparent, and skills-based processes. Leads performance review of all members of the governing bodies.

Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (CFAR)

1. Monitors financial performance, oversees internal/external audit recommendations, and ensures effective risk management and internal controls.

Policy, Strategy, and Investment Committee (CSIP)

1. Advises the board and management on long-term organisational strategies, required investments, and IPPF's international advocacy and policy positions.

Membership Committee (MC)

1. Defines membership standards, reviews outcomes of Members Associations’ accreditation exercises and considers membership admission applications and recommends suspension and expulsion cases to the Board of Trustees.

Resource Allocation and Sustainability Technical Committee (RASTC)

1. Advises the board on the fair distribution and allocation of resources across the global federation and reviews Member Associations’ financial sustainability focusing on a more commercial approach to running health care facilities.

For more information about each opportunity, please download the brochure (to be uploaded w/c 15th June).

To apply, please submit a CV, covering letter and complete a skills matrix document to Perrett Laver’s website quoting reference 8487. The deadline for applications is 6th July 23.59 BST.

The roles are remote and non-remunerated. As unpaid and voluntary roles they will require time commitment and effort throughout the year. Trustees are expected to dedicate a minimum of 15-20 days a year including travel to fulfil their Board responsibilities, as well as international travel to visit partners where possible and required. Committee Members are expected to dedicate 12-15 days a year.

To confidentially get in touch about this role, or for advice on your application please email, Nikki Tye, nikki.tye@perrettlaver.com

Process Summary

Perrett Laver will conduct an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. The Selection Panel will meet to decide upon a final shortlist for the post in mid-late July, following which, interviews with IPPF will take place in August. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

IPPF is committed to equal opportunities and cultural diversity. We welcome applications from candidates worldwide, with a strong encouragement for those from the Global South, women, people openly living with HIV, sex workers, and LGBTQI+ individuals. As part of our commitment to a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, we actively seek candidates from global majority backgrounds. We value lived experience as a vital perspective and are dedicated to addressing historical underrepresentation in leadership.

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