Could you help decide how National Lottery money supports communities in Wales?

About the role

The Wales Committee helps to shape the strategic direction of The National Lottery Community Fund in Wales. The primary role for Committee members is to use their knowledge and strategic thinking to help provide the direction for The National Lottery Community Fund in Wales, make decisions on applications to our grantmaking committees, and be an ambassador for the Fund.

This is an exciting time to join the Fund’s Wales Committee. This opportunity comes 2 years into our strategy, It starts with community, which will take us through to 2030. Wales Committee Members joining at this exciting time will be responsible for overseeing delivery of our work in Wales, when growth in returns to good causes is expected, alongside the Fund’s ongoing dormant assets work.

Our Wales Committee brings together a broad base of knowledge, skills and experience that reflect the diversity of the communities that we fund and serve, and in this case we are seeking up to 2 new members one of who must be a fluent welsh speaker. The most important thing is that applicants are passionate about making Wales a better place for everyone.

We are seeking someone who will bring a broad range of knowledge, skills and lived and learned experience in particular with experience of working within the public or private sectors and a passion for making Wales a better place for everyone.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in an organisation transforming people’s lives. If you believe you have the background and personal qualities needed, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Information

This is a non executive role requiring a time commitment of around 2 days per month although this may vary from month to month. The role is remunerated at a rate of £5232 per annum.

• Download the candidate brief (Word, 92 KB) to find out more about the role and how to apply
• Download the application form (Word, 269 KB)
• Download the equalities, diversity and inclusion form (Word, 277 KB)

Dates

Application closing date

Sunday 2 November 2025, 11:59pm - although if you need additional time to complete the online form, please get in touch.

Panel interview dates

Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 20 and Friday 21 of November 2025, but may be subject to change.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment.