Pride In Place Independent Chair for Neighbourhood Board of New Addington North

The Board will develop and oversee a £20 million community-led regeneration programme in New Addington North, Croydon.

The Chair will act as a champion for New Addington North and its residents, ensuring that decision-making is community-led and that the Programme delivers lasting social, economic and environmental benefits.

You need to demonstrate:

• a track record as a local leader
• proven ability to lead, chair or facilitate groups, partnerships or boards in a collaborative and inclusive manner
• strong communication and engagement skills, with the ability to reach and inspire a broad cross-section of the community
• a clear commitment to community-led decision-making and empowering local people, with a passion for the place and the people
• the ability to work constructively with a range of partners, including residents, politicians, local authority staff and other local organisations
• a track record of driving positive change at a local or neighbourhood level

This is a rare opportunity to play a defining community leadership role. You will:

• help local people take real ownership of the £20 million Pride In Place investment fund
• strengthen community pride and cohesion
• create lasting improvements to places, facilities and opportunities that matter most to residents.

You will work with passionate community members, the Executive Mayor, local authority staff and the local MP to leave a meaningful legacy, ensuring local voices are at the heart of decisions and that New Addington North’s potential is realised for generations to come.

How to apply

The full role profile and details about how to apply are available here: PiPP Board - Chair role profile (PDF, 236KB).

For enquiries about the role or requests for further information, please contact prideinplace@croydon.gov.uk.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Mark Baigent, Interim Director on 07534 902527.