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Independent Chair: Derby Poverty Commission

Derby
Part-time
6th July 2026
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Independent Chair: Derby Poverty Commission

In response to the growing levels of poverty within Derby, which accelerated on the back of the pandemic, a group of individuals from across public, private, faith and voluntary sectors took the decision to establish Derby’s first Poverty Commission, completely independent. Building on a national framework of Poverty Commission’s across the UK, Derby established their own in January 2021.

It has played a vital role in keeping poverty at the forefront of conversations, including establishing a dedicated cost-of-living crisis steering group, two child Poverty Summits, a Poverty Truth Commission & development of a poverty strategy.

Derby Poverty Commission brings together a cross-section of individuals and organisations who bring together strategic insight and experience to help challenge, advocate & develop ways to address key areas of poverty within the city.

The current Chair is stepping down after over 5 years in the role, and the Poverty Commission is looking to recruit their replacement. Due to the independent nature of this voluntary role, it is a unique opportunity for someone who meets the role and specification to tackle forward.

Download the full Role Description here

Applications to be sent to Paul Brookhouse (current Vice Chair) by email by midday on 6 July to  paul@df4ta.com. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

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