Board Member (Mexico)

About Girls United

Girls United is creating a world where girls and women can reach their potential through the power of football. Across London and Mexico, it combines accessible football programmes, life-skills development, local female coach development and community-led action. In 2024/25, 1,832 young people attended weekly sessions across 47 venues and schools.

Why this role now

As Girls United enters the exciting 2027-2031 Strategy, we are looking ahead to the World Cup 2031 which will be hosted in Mexico, USA, Costa Rica and Jamaica (bid still in approval). The Board therefore needs dedicated expertise in Women and Girls football industry in Mexico to drive our years of proven impact into transformation of youth football in Mexico.

The opportunity

Girls United is looking for a Mexico-based Board Member who can bring clear strategic judgement, relevant experience and practical support at a point of growth. This is a governance role: the successful person will help the Board ask better questions, make sound decisions and support the Chief Executive.

Role at a glance

• Role:  Board Member

• Reports to : The Board, through the Chair or nominated Co-Chair

• Term: Terms of maximum of two years, with possible renewal for 1 further term.

• Location: Mexico – m eetings are mainly online, with some in-person activity in Mexico City and/or Quintana Roo.

• Renumeration : This position is voluntary.

• Time Commitment : Four Board meetings, monthly subcommittee meetings, one annual half-day strategy session, preparation time and agreed support between meetings

What all Board Members are there to do

• Set and protect the organisation's purpose, direction and values.

• Oversee strategy, financial health, risk, safeguarding, impact and organisational sustainability.

• Act in the best interests of Girls United and the girls and communities it exists to serve.

• Bring independent judgement, ask constructive questions and contribute to collective decisions.

• Maintain confidentiality, declare conflicts of interest and follow the organisation's governing documents and agreed policies.

• Support an inclusive Board culture in which different experiences, identities and perspectives are heard.

• Be an active ambassador for Girls United and open relevant doors where appropriate.

What the Board Member will bring

• Help the Board and Chief Executive shape the Mexico and Latin America objectives linked to the 2027-2031 strategy and future operating model , identifying opportunities to deepen impact, strengthen local delivery and reach more girls.

• Advise on the partnerships, networks and resources needed to grow Girls United’s impact across Mexico and the wider Americas region.

• Support the development of Girls United’s brand and positioning in Mexico, helping build recognition, credibility and relationships with key stakeholders.

• Help identify and develop strategic relationships with corporate partners, foundations, institutional funders, football organisations and other relevant stakeholders.

• Make thoughtful introductions where appropriate and help Girls United prepare well for important conversations with potential partners and supporters.

• Challenge and support thinking on regional growth opportunities, ensuring expansion is grounded in local needs, organisational capacity and long-term sustainability.

• Bring a strong understanding of the Mexican context, including the social, cultural and institutional factors that influence girls’ access to football and sport.

• Act as a strategic sounding board to the Chief Executive and Mexico leadership, contributing to organisation-wide priorities beyond Mexico where relevant.

• Contribute to the Brand & Partnerships and/or Impact Subcommittee.

Contribution between meetings

Trustees are expected to contribute outside formal meetings, but that support should be purposeful and manageable. For this role, that is likely to mean occasional advice, introductions or a short piece of agreed work up to four hours a month, with any heavier commitment agreed in advance.

• Respond to reasonable requests for advice or introductions in your area of expertise.

• Join short conversations with the Chief Executive or a relevant team member when another perspective would help.

• Take on a clearly defined piece of work only where the purpose, boundaries and end point are agreed.

• Avoid directing staff, making operational decisions or becoming a substitute for paid specialist capacity.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Senior experience of strategy, business development, partnerships or organisational leadership in Mexico, with a strong understanding of the local context.

• A track record of building trusted relationships with organisations, businesses, funders or institutions and turning these into meaningful opportunities for collaboration.

• An understanding of how to build an organisation’s profile, credibility and partnerships in Mexico and, ideally, across the wider region.

• Strategic judgement and the ability to connect local opportunities and needs to Girls United’s wider mission, impact ambitions and long-term sustainability.

• The ability to challenge assumptions, identify opportunities for growth and help leaders make informed decisions about where to focus resources and effort.

• Strong networks and an understanding of the Mexican landscape, including relevant corporate, philanthropic, sporting or institutional stakeholders.

• A commitment to gender equality and to creating better opportunities for girls through sport.

• The time and willingness to contribute between meetings within clear boundaries.

Desirable

• Experience of women's football, grassroots sport, youth development or organisations working to improve opportunities for girls and young women.

• Experience of international development, regional expansion or adapting an established model to different local contexts.

• Knowledge of corporate partnerships, philanthropy, communications, brand strategy or institutional funding.

• Experience supporting a founder-led organisation through growth or contributing to Board-level strategy and governance.

• Networks across Latin America or experience building partnerships that connect Mexico with international organisations and opportunities.

How we will work together

• The Board works collectively. No single Board Member owns a decision or directs the executive team.

• Requests will be clear about whether Girls United needs a decision, advice, reassurance, an introduction or time-limited help.

• The Chair will check that expectations remain realistic and that the role is adding value for both Girls United and the Board.

• The Board will receive an appropriate induction, access to key documents and a named point of contact.

How to apply: Please apply through Girls United Bamboo hiring platform – any questions please email [link for members] .

Deadline: 15 November 2026, 11:59PM (GMT)