Founding Non-Executive Director (Voluntary)

We’re looking for a Founding Non-Executive Director to join Espresso Press at the very beginning and help steward the organisation through its first chapter.

You’ll join the board alongside Founder and Executive Director, Ella Achola, who brings experience as a writer, curator, facilitator and founder with more than a decade of non-profit experience. Giselle La Pompe-Moore will support Espresso Press as a trusted strategic advisor and literary “Head Auntie”, offering creative guidance and wisdom as we grow.

This is a voluntary governance rather than operational role. You won’t be responsible for running Espresso Press day to day but will bring perspective, thoughtful challenge and your own expertise to help us make good decisions and build a strong, sustainable organisation.

Alongside a passion for literature and a belief in creating more opportunities for Black women writers, you might bring experience in:

Fundraising or philanthropy
Strategic or corporate partnerships
Social impact, CSR or EDI
Finance, accounting or investment
Marketing, communications or brand
Retail, merchandising or e-commerce
Or another area that could help Espresso Press flourish.

Previous board experience is welcome but absolutely not required. This could be your first Non-Executive Director role.

As a director, you’ll share legal responsibility for the governance of Espresso Press and be expected to act in the organisation’s best interests. We’ll provide a clear induction into the organisation, our governance framework and your responsibilities as a director.

The voluntary role involves online board meetings every other month, preparation beforehand and occasional input between meetings.

Most of all, we’re looking for someone who believes in what Espresso Press could become and would love to play a part in shaping its next chapter.