Administration Director Volunteer Roles

Reprieve is pleased to advertise for two Trustees to join our Board and provide the highest level of Governance. The Board meets four times a year (normally April, July, October and December). 

About Reprieve

Reprieve is a UK charity founded in 1999. Reprieve uses strategic interventions to end the use of the death penalty globally, and to end extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”.

Reprieve works with the most disenfranchised people in society, as it is in their cases that human rights are most swiftly jettisoned and the rule of law is cast aside. Thus, Reprieve promotes and protects the rights of those facing the death penalty and those who are the victims of extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”, with a focus on arbitrary detention, torture, and extrajudicial executions.

Reprieve’s main office is in London, UK. Reprieve also supports full-time Fellows, who work as lawyers, investigators and campaigners in the countries in which we work. We work closely with a number of partner organisations in jurisdictions all over the world, who provide access to clients, expertise, knowledge and guidance on specific issues or regions. We work in cooperation with relevant government officials, individual lawyers and human rights defenders, as well as individual, corporate and foundation funders to further the cause of our shared goals.

About the roles

Our new Trustees will be passionate about our vision and mission and will be able to bring inclusive and knowledgeable insight to the Board and the Executive Directors. They will have a passion for seeking justice for the victims of extreme human rights abuses. They will support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion at Reprieve and share our commitment to fighting against racism and advancing racial justice, both in our work and within Reprieve.

Trustee 

We are seeking a new trustee with direct or indirect lived experience of some of the conditions and difficulties faced by beneficiaries of Reprieve’s work or other victims of human rights abuses. This could include long term or arbitrary detention or other human rights abuses, whether or not Reprieve would have been able to have been involved.

For full details please see the role description. 

Trustee and Chair of the Development Committee

We are seeking a new trustee who would look to take on the Chair of our Development Committee when the current Chair retires in April 2025. You will be someone who has experience as a senior fundraising volunteer or who is well networked and happy to connect us with your contacts and make asks on behalf of Reprieve. Reprieve has a highly diverse funding base, built up over many years, and you would help support this by working with our Philanthropy and Events team to maximise support from individuals.

For full details please see the role description. 

Full details and how to apply

This is a non-remunerated role but Reprieve will pay reasonable travel and other expenses. Trustees are appointed on a three year term, renewable once. The deadline for applications for each role is 19 August 2024. 

Please see the role descriptions for full details and information on who to contact to discuss the roles. 

Location: Remote

Salary: Unpaid 

Commitment: 10-15 hours per week, work can be done at times to suit you with occasional time bound interviews and team meetings scheduled to suit your schedule (corporate speak for: ‘we’ll ask when works for you first!)

Role length: 12 months +

About us

Go Inspire International C.I.C. is a women founded charity with the purpose of bringing women together to grow and thrive as a community. We believe that the world will be a better place when all women are supported to become the best versions of ourselves, and that this will allow us to better challenge the discrimination we face.

We do this by creating community centres for women, delivering wellbeing education through our events and media platform and creating a resource hub to connect women to all the information and support they need. 

Our core values are equality, intersectionality, sustainability, social connection, excellence and fun. These values permeate everything we do here at Go Inspire International C.I.C. 

If you’ve ever wanted to experience working in a place where you and your ambition are fully seen, appreciated and supported, and you want to join a really fun, high energy, full of laughs and mega supportive team then this is the opportunity for you. 

Job Description 

You will work alongside our directors throughout 2024/5 to:

• Design the onboarding and offboarding process for staff and volunteers.

• Roll out and optimize the above.

• Manage recruitment of team members, including being at interviews and making decisions on who to bring on board.

• Build and manage the HR team, including staff and volunteer managers.

• Create and implement dispute resolution processes and policies.

• Develop and manage processes and policies to make working and volunteering with us a seamless, enjoyable and supportive experience for all. 

• Be a point of contact for staff and volunteers. 

Note: This role has been designed for a year to support in building and managing our HR systems and process but we would love to have you longer if it works for us both. 

About you 

• You’ve gotta be compassionate and really care about people and their development.

• Enjoy working with, and supporting people to be their best.

• Be proactive in coming up with, and implementing ideas, a do-er.

• Be confident in taking charge and owning this role, we’ll give you all the support you need to do this but you have to want to drive it. 

• Love to bring joy, fun and passion into your work. 

• Experience with recruitment and managing others (parenting definitely counts!).

• Experience in a HR role is a great bonus.

• If you nerd out on systems and processes you’re our kind of person. 

Note: please do apply if you don’t tick all the above boxes. More than experience, we make decisions on team fit, willingness to grow and ambition

What we can give you 

We care deeply about creating a team and environment that people love to be a part of, and not just so we can say that in our marketing! As such, we work hard to make sure that you:

• Are part of a connected team with regular meet ups and social events.

• Get the support to achieve your personal and professional goals.

• Get regular feedback to make sure you’re on track and growing. 

• Have the opportunity to flex your creativity and propose and drive ideas forward.

• Be part of building an organisation that creates real positive impact in empowering women to not just survive, but to thrive.

• Work in a way that suits you and your unique needs, with support to identify your needs and implement solutions to meet them.

• And more than anything else, a team that sees you for who you are, and works to make sure you are reaching your true potential, your way.

And of course it goes without saying that fellow neurodiversies and those who think differently are so very welcome and celebrated in this space! 

How to apply and what happens next

Please fill in the following application form, no need to attach a CV. If we think you could be a good fit we will invite you for an interview with the relevant member of the leadership team.

We will do our best to get back to you if we don’t think this role is for you but due to the high number of applications this isn’t always possible. If you don’t hear from us for two weeks do feel free to reach out, but often this means you didn’t get through to interviews this time. 

Please don’t let this put you off from applying for other roles with us in the future though :) We love to hear from you and appreciate the time you put into the applications.

Any questions?

Get in touch with us!

Looking forward to hearing from you, 

Marina (CEO)

Trustee

Are you interested in becoming a voluntary Trustee? We are looking for an experienced and committed individuals to play an essential role in the governance and development of a charity dedicated to supporting young people leaving care.  

The charity provides support and expertise to local authorities around the country to set up and manage Local House Projects so that young people leave care in a planned and supported way.

Position: Trustee (voluntary)

Location: Remote, with travel to Crewe Cheshire

Time commitment: Four Board meetings annually which take place at the head office in Crewe. Plus an Annual Conference and an Annual Young Person’s event which trustees are expected to attend.

Contract: Trustees are appointed initially for three years. Thereafter they may be reappointed for two further terms of three years each after which trustees must step down.

Remuneration: The position is unpaid, though reasonable expenses (such as travel to meetings) are reimbursed.

The Role

With other trustees you’ll be responsible for the governance of the organisation, its strategic development and ensuring the charity is well run. You’ll demonstrate what it takes to deliver effective services and be able to make good decisions. You’ll have a deep commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will value the lived experience and expert status of young people who are beneficiaries of the charity’s work.

Key responsibilities include:

· To commit to the vision and ethos of the charity

· To value the voice of young people and ensure it informs decision making

· To ensure the charity complies with its governing documents, charity and company law

· To contribute actively to giving clear strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining goals, and setting targets, and evaluating performance

· To safeguard the good name and reputation of the charity and be an effective ambassador

· To ensure the charity’s effective and efficient administration

· To ensure the charity’s financial stability

· To support and constructively challenge the senior management as a ‘’critical friend’’

About You

You need not have been a charity trustee before, but you will have a deep commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will value the lived experience and expert status of young people.

You will have skills and/or experience across a broad range of leadership and business roles and any of the following would be especially useful:

· Philanthropy and fundraising

· Business development

· Organisational change

· Law

· HR

· PR & Communications

The Board currently has five members and the charity are keen to recruit a minimum of two Trustees to build a more diverse team of people that reflects the needs of those supported. We actively encourage approaches from people of different ages, physical ability, sexual orientation, race and religious belief and those with care experience.

Other roles may include; CEO, Charity CEO, Social Enterprise, Director of Volunteering, Trustee, Trust, Director of Strategy, CFO, COO, Head of, Director, Fundraising Director, Head of Marketing, Director of Marketing, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Head of HR, HR Director, Compliance, etc #INDNFP

We are a registered charity and Limited Company by guarantee with our own Board of voluntary Trustees/Directors. Croydon Mencap’s purpose is to provide advice, information and support through a range of projects and services. Croydon Mencap is affiliated to Royal Mencap but is not financially supported or governed by its National body.

As a trustee you will be able to use your skills and experience and have a direct influence over the Charity direction and governance. It is a rewarding role, but there are responsibilities meaning you will need to give enough time to help your charity succeed.

Being a Trustee of a Charity means you are there to look after the charity’s work and ensure that it uses its money and resources properly, and that it is managed effectively through the paid staff. Trustees are also Company Directors as Croydon Mencap is registered as a company limited by guarantee.

The Board of Trustees meets on average 4 times a year, and everyone is also expected to attend the Annual General Meeting and an annual ‘Away Day’. Trustees may also be involved in short-term specific interest task groups if necessary, training is made available where needed e.g. to raise greater awareness to the needs of people with learning disabilities or carers’ issues.

Initially the Chair and Vice Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer will interview applicants. Trustees can be co-opted throughout the year by the Board. A number of checks are carried out prior to appointment, including a declaration that the potential trustee is not disqualified from standing.

Are you passionate about putting the voice of disabled children and young people centre stage?  Do you believe that disabled children and young people have the right to a fulfilling life?

Bexley Snap are seeking a Chair for our Trustee Board.  In addition to the core responsibilities of all Trustees, the Chair is overall responsible for ensuring the Board works well together and supports the organisation to fulfil its purpose.Specifically, the Chair will:

• provide leadership to the Board of Trustees to ensure the Board gives firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• chair meetings of the Board of Trustees effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process.
• ensure the Board is able to regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities and manage and mitigate the risks.
• ensure that trustees are fully engaged and that decisions are taken in the best, long-term interests of the Charity and that the Board takes collective ownership.
• monitor that decisions taken at meetings are implemented.
• appraise the performance of the Trustees and the Board on an annual basis.
• monitor the Director's performance through robust bi-monthly supervisions and appraisals.
• be the final point of decision making for any appeals for disciplinary/complaints escalated to Board level.
• ensure our operational business plan is utilised as a dynamic , current, working document, used to achieve our strategic objectives.
• foster, maintain and ensure constructive relatioships exist with and between the Trustees.

Relevant experience

Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy  with our mission to provide positive opportunities for disabled children and young people and their families in Bexley.

We are looking for someone who:

• has effective experience of leading a Board/management committee.
• has a high degree of emotional intelligence, showing empathy, tact and diplomacy to others with the ability to listen and engage positively.
• demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and bring people together.
• has a good undersanding of charity governance issues.
• has relevant experience as a parent, carer or professional.
• has a track record of commitment to promoting equality and diversity.

Would you like to be the next Treasurer of the Infection Prevention Society and join our Board of Trustees?

Our charity is about to begin a period of transformational change.  We are in the process of recruiting our first staff-team, and are now looking for an excellent Treasurer to work with the Board of Trustees and support our new six-strong team (which will include a CEO and a Financial Controller who is an experienced and qualified charity accountant).

We are an organisation our new Treasurer will be proud to be a part of. Our current Board of Trustees are excited for our future and our members are supportive of the changes to the Society’s management structure.  For the past year we have worked closely with our Interim Managing Director and our members, Branches, Special Interest Groups and Business Groups to develop our new strategy - Working together to prevent infection.

The aim of the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) is to inform, promote and sustain evidence-based infection prevention policy and practice to create a health and care system where no person's health and wellbeing is harmed by preventable infection. 

Our broad membership includes infection control practitioners, scientists, clinicians and industry experts and we support our members via branches across the UK and Ireland.  We deliver educational opportunities to support best practice in infection prevention and control through an annual conference, study days, our academic journal, and research activity.  We support our members with a competency framework and credentialing system, international engagement opportunities and product evaluation services for industry.

The Infection Prevention Society has an independent Board of Trustees who are responsible for governance and risk management functions of the society.  These include developing long-term strategy, assuring financial stability and compliance with governing documents, and evaluating performance.  The Board works with the Management Executive Group (MEG) who are responsible for leading and managing the business activity of the Society.

Who we are looking for?

Our new Treasurer and trustee must be:

· Financially competent

· Willing to work with our staff team in managing the finances of the charity

· Willing to assist and support the IPS CEO and Audit and Finance Committee in monitoring the financial performance of the charity

As a Trustee you will be able to contribute to the work of the society by:

· Shaping the strategic direction

· Making decisions that enhance its influence

· Assuring good governance of the Society

We are looking for applicants who really want to make a positive impact on our organisation. They should have strategic vision and good judgement, an ability to think creatively, and willingness to contribute opinions and ideas.  A willingness to challenge is also desirable. An understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship is desirable although Trustees induction and training would be available. Previous experience as a Trustee is also desirable but not essential.  Although the trustee positions are unpaid, reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Trustees induction and training would be available.  View the trustee Role Description and treasurer Role Description.

The Board of Trustees hold a minimum of four meetings per year and trustees are also expected to attend the Annual General meeting which is held in the autumn. 

The Audit and Finance Committee hold a minimum of four meetings per year.  It is anticipated that where possible these meetings will be held virtually.

The IPS values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are inclusive and we believe diversity of thought will help us to achieve our strategy to Work together to prevent infection.  We welcome applicants from all groups, in particular those who are internationally educated, and represent the global majority. 

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 12th August 2024

Interviews: date TBC

Role profiles and terms of reference can be found in the application pack.

About Mast Cell Action

Mast Cell Action provides support for people living with MCAS, unites the MCAS community and creates a cohesive voice; to lobby for awareness, universally available diagnosis and the best possible care for those affected.

Mast Cell Action currently has 4 trustees plus a small but dedicated support team and our Director who will work closely with the successful candidate to strengthen our communications function. This is an exciting time for the charity, with unprecedented growth and an expanding team giving the right candidate unending potential to prove themselves and to shape the role.

We are a close-knit group, our internal behaviours are to be smart, strategic and ambitious, fun, collaborative and empowered. We work in collaboration both internally and externally and support each other to be the best that we can be and make the biggest possible difference to people affected by MCAS. If this sounds like a team you would like to be part of we would love to hear from you!

Role Overview

The Volunteer Illustrator will play a crucial role in enhancing Mast Cell Action's visual communication. This volunteer position involves creating illustrations and graphic content that effectively convey the Charity’s messages, support educational materials, and promote awareness about MCAS.

Key Responsibilities

• Illustration and Design:
  • Create high-quality supportive illustrations for use in educational materials, social media, website, and publications.
  • Develop visual concepts that align with the Charity’s branding and mission.
  • Design infographics that simplify complex information related to MCAS.
• Collaboration and Feedback:
  • Work closely with the communications and admin teams to understand project requirements and deliver visual content that meets those needs.
  • Incorporate feedback from team members to refine and improve illustrations.
• Content Development:
  • Assist in developing visual content for awareness campaigns and fundraising events.
  • Contribute to the creation of educational resources such as guides, brochures, and presentations.
  • Design promotional materials to support outreach efforts.
• Innovation and Creativity:
  • Bring fresh and innovative ideas to the table for visual storytelling and engagement.
  • Stay updated with current design trends and incorporate them into your work where appropriate.
  • Experiment with different styles and techniques to create unique and impactful visuals.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education:
  • Degree or coursework in Illustration, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience in creating digital illustrations and graphic design.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in illustration software
  • Strong artistic and creative skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to convey complex information visually in an engaging and understandable manner.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Attributes:
  • Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Passionate about the mission of Mast Cell Action and contributing to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

• Use your artistic skills to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with MCAS.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals and volunteers.
• Enhance your portfolio with work that supports a charitable cause.
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely.

Mast Cell Action is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this volunteer position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age

Trustee and Audit Committee Chair

Education for Industry Group

Education For Industry Group specialises in the creation and operation of industry-led specialist education and training to deliver highly-skilled, job-ready graduates to the sectors it serves. The Group comprises four business divisions: Fashion Retail Academy, London College of Beauty Therapy, EFI Training and EFI Awards. United by a common goal to create and deliver outstanding vocational and academic education in partnership with industry, each division operates independently whilst accessing centralised functions across Marketing, Finance, Operations and Student Services.

The Group is a Registered Charity and also a Company Limited by Guarantee.

Our Board of trustees/directors has overall responsibility for the Group, with strategic responsibilities that include:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• Supporting and holding the CEO to account for the Group’s performance, including the quality of education and the progress of students;
• Overseeing the financial performance of the Group; and
• The safety and wellbeing of its staff and students.

The Board comprises a mix of senior executives from industry, educationalists and other professionals. We are currently seeking to recruit a new trustee/director with experience of audit and risk management, and with the capacity and capability to serve as Chair of the Group’s Audit Committee. The Audit Committee advises the Board on the adequacy and effectiveness of the Group’s systems of internal control and its arrangements for risk management, regularly reviewing the Risk Register and providing oversight of the Group’s engagement with its external auditors.

The overall qualities and attributes that we are seeking include: 

• Proven leadership experience, to help guide the Group in a business-like manner through current and future challenges;
• Passion and enthusiasm to serve; and
• The commitment and flexibility to be able to devote sufficient time to this important role.

The commitment that we expect of a trustee is to attend six in-person Board meetings (each lasting c. 3 hours) per annum. Two of these are part of full day programmes that include additional time spent on meeting students, liaison with industry and strategic matters, which helps trustees to be connected and informed and to gain further from the experience. Additionally, the Audit Committee, comprised of a smaller group of trustees, typically meets three time per annum for meetings of up to 2 hours – normally online.

The roles of our trustees/directors are non-executive and the roles are unremunerated, but they present a great opportunity to ‘give something back’, the excitement that comes from engaging with emerging talent, and networking opportunities with retailers and education specialists. Recent expansion in the Group’s activities and a forthcoming relocation to new state of the art premises in central London make this a particularly exciting time to get on board.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of our learners. The successful applicant will therefore be required to complete DBS checks.

Black and Minority groups are currently underrepresented and applications from individuals in these groups will be particularly welcomed.

Futher Information:

Further information about EFI Group is available on our websites.

How To Apply:

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to Graham Cooper, Secretary to the Board.

We are looking for a new Trustee to join our welcoming and dynamic team at an exciting time and to make a meaningful difference through our work supporting disabled people to live with greater independence.

Designability is a national charity who for over 50 years have created equality of opportunity for disabled people, by removing barriers to independence, enabling them to live the life they choose.

Following a person-centred design approach, and by including disabled people at each point of the design process, we ensure their ideas and lived experiences are taken onboard and that what we create reflects people’s needs as well as products and services they want to use. We are best known for the iconic Wizzybug powered wheelchairs for very young disabled children. To date, they have been loaned to over 1,400 children, typically aged between 14 months and 5 years, across the UK completed free of charge thanks to the support of our generous donors. 

Designability has a strong leadership team and we appointed a new Chief Executive at the beginning of 2024 who has over 20 years of experience as a founder, leader and consultant in a wide range of start-ups, commercial, public sector and not-for-profit environments. As we come the end of the first year of an ambitious three-year strategy, we are in a strong financial position with healthy reserves, and celebrated the end of 2023 with a highly successful televised BBC Lifeline Appeal demonstrating the impact of our work to a new and wider audience.

Having reviewed the skills, experience and diversity of current trustees, we would welcome candidates with experience in the following area:

Clinical expertise with experience of working with disabled people. This could include experience gained through a senior position in occupational therapy, physiotherapy or rehabilitation engineering or rehabilitation medicine.

Working as a team, trustees have three main responsibilities:

· To set a clear direction for Designability.

· To make sure that the charity’s plans are being carried out appropriately.

· To ensure that the charity meets its legal responsibilities .

All new trustees take part in an induction programme with the Chief Executive and Directors of each department and are offered ongoing training and support.

You will be joining an independent, national charity based in Bath. Our creative and inspiring team includes engineers, technicians, product designers, occupational therapists, fundraisers and administrators. We are led by strong values: we are creative, inclusive and practical, with our vision being to create a future where every disabled person has the products they want to live the life they choose.

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact us through Charity Job. 

To apply: Please submit a CV and covering letter/statement detailing why you wish to apply and how your skills and experience meet the criteria for the role.

Closing Date for applications:  31/07/24

Interview date:  Successful applicants will be offered a mutually convenient interview date, following the closing date. 

Would you like to advocate for people living with HIV, ensuring that they receive the support they need to live a life free of stigma and discrimination?

The Sussex Beacon has just celebrated 30 years of providing care and support for people living with HIV. We are at a very exciting stage of the organisation’s development, having recently appointed a new CEO. We are seeking new trustees to contribute to the development of our new strategy, to define our role and maximise our impact.

As the treatment of HIV has changed, our work supporting people living with HIV has never been more important.The Sussex Beacon works with an aging and increasingly frail cohort of people who have lived with their condition for decades, as well as more recently diagnosed individuals.Those using our services have multiple and complex needs relating to their health and wellbeing, often experiencing multiple traumas in their lives. Our service users are often disadvantaged by economic and social deprivation. They have experienced discrimination because of gender, sexuality, asylum status and ethnicity.

We are unique in our offer, providing Inpatient Unit care and community services, working closely with the NHS and third sector; we run two charity shops and are privileged to receive huge support from the community.

We are looking for people with skills, expertise and knowledge in the following areas:

• Finance and Accounting
• Fundraising & Commissioning
• Governance
• Strategy and Business Development
• Specialist clinical knowledge of HIV
• Legal / HR
• Retail / commercial sector
• Health & Safety / Building Asset Management
• CQC regulated activity
• Service User / Patient participation

As well as bringing in new expertise, we would like candidates who bring a range and breadth of experience who may represent the voices we are missing. To improve our trustee diversity, we particularly welcome applications from women, those from the global majority, people under the age of 35 and people with disabilities.

If you are driven to support our mission and feel you can make a valuable contribution, we welcome a conversation with you.

Reports to: Board of Trustees
Direct Reports: CEO
Commitment: Approximately 2-4 days per month throughout the year.
Remuneration: The role of Chair is voluntary, although expenses for travel may be claimed.

Overview

Charity Purpose

• Raise funds for research into the cause, prevention and management of dementia.
• Allocate funding to university research project meeting the highest academics standards.
• Raising awareness of dementia.

Objective

• Holds the Executive team and the Board to account to:
  - remain focussed solely on the BRACE stated purpose
  - remain compliant with all English and Welsh laws and the regulations of the Charity Commission.
• Support the Chief Executive in ensuring both the Board members and Executive team work closely together to achieve the agreed strategic objectives.
• Act (in partnership with the Chief Executive) as an ambassador and the public face of BRACE.

Charity Structure

• BRACE the charity has a sole Trustee “BRACE Trustee Limited”. All members of the Board are Directors of BRACE Trustee Limited and act as Trustees of BRACE. There are up to 15 directors of BRACE Trustee Limited who for reasons of clarity are called Trustees.
• The Chair and Trustees are usually appointed for a fixed term of 4 years which can be renewed once, enabling Trustees to serve for a maximum continuous term of 8 years.

Meetings

• Board meetings are held 4 times a year plus 1 awayday. Each meeting is +/- 4 hours.
• There are currently 3 sub-committees of the Board (Scientific Advisory Committee [SAC], Finance and HR). The 3 sub-committees meet no more than one month before the board meetings either in person or on Zoom. SAC reviews applications for grants and makes recommendations to the Board for approval.
• Board Meetings are generally held in person in the Bristol area, online or hybrid meetings are not encouraged but can be facilitated.

How to Apply

If you would like to know more about the role, have an informal discussion or apply, please contact:

Chair of Trustees, Jane Dare

CEO, Chris Williams

Together we will defeat dementia.

The Infection Prevention Society are recruiting a volunteer to join our Board of Trustees and chair our Audit and Finance Committee

Our charity is about to begin a period of transformational change.  We are in the process of recruiting our first staff-team, and are now looking for an excellent Treasurer to work with the Board of Trustees and support our new six-strong team (which will include a CEO and a Financial Controller who is an experienced and qualified charity accountant).

We are an organisation our new Trustees will be proud to be a part of. Our current Board of Trustees are excited for our future and our members are supportive of the changes to the Society’s management structure.  For the past year we have worked closely with our Interim Managing Director and our members, Branches, Special Interest Groups and Business Groups to develop our new strategy - Working together to prevent infection.  

The aim of the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) is to inform, promote and sustain evidence-based infection prevention policy and practice to create a health and care system where no person's health and wellbeing is harmed by preventable infection. 

Our broad membership includes infection control practitioners, scientists, clinicians and industry experts and we support our members via branches across the UK and Ireland.  We deliver educational opportunities to support best practice in infection prevention and control through an annual conference, study days, our academic journal, and research activity.  We support our members with a competency framework and credentialing system, international engagement opportunities and product evaluation services for industry.

The IPS has an independent Board of Trustees who are responsible for governance and risk management functions of the society.  These include developing long-term strategy, assuring financial stability and compliance with governing documents, and evaluating performance.  The Board works with the Management Executive Group (MEG) who are responsible for leading and managing the business activity of the Society.

Who are we looking for?

Our new trustee must have skills in both of the following areas:

· Finance

· Strategic leadership

The trustee will chair our Audit and Finance Committee and as such will need to be a qualified accountant with a CCAB recognised qualification. 

As a Trustee you will be able to contribute to the work of the society by:

· Shaping the strategic direction

· Making decisions that enhance its influence

· Assuring good governance of the Society

We are looking for applicants who really want to make a positive impact on our organisation. They should have strategic vision and good judgement, an ability to think creatively, and willingness to contribute opinions and ideas.  A willingness to challenge is also desirable. An understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship is desirable although Trustees induction and training would be available. Previous experience as a Trustee is also desirable but not essential.  Although the trustee positions are unpaid, reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Trustees induction and training would be available.

The Board of Trustees hold a minimum of four meetings per year and trustees are also expected to attend the Annual General meeting which is held in the autumn. 

The Audit and Finance Committee hold a minimum of four meetings per year.  It is anticipated that where possible these meetings will be held virtually.

The IPS values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are inclusive and we believe diversity of thought will help us to achieve our strategy to Work together to prevent infection.  We welcome applicants from all groups, in particular those who are internationally educated, and represent the global majority. 

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 12th August 2024

Interviews: date TBC

Role profiles and terms of reference can be found in the application pack.

Charity Trustee

Do you feel passionately about holistic healthcare for children? Could you shape
strategy and help us to achieve our mission?

The Foundation for Paediatric Osteopathy is an established charity that aims to teach, research and
provide the highest possible standards of osteopathic treatment for babies and children up to 18
years, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Established in 1991, the organisation is now at a key point
in its development and seeks new Trustees to help forge ahead.

As a member of the Board of Trustees you will be responsible for the overall direction, vision and
strategy of the Foundation for Paediatric Osteopathy and its clinical arm, the Osteopathic Centre for
Children. We are looking for candidates who can bring ideas, experience and good judgement to help
set our objectives, as well as an ability and enthusiasm to help the organisation take on future
challenges.

We are looking to appoint individuals who share our values and would like to involve themselves in
the organisation, playing a key role in our successes.

We would particularly like to hear from:
· People with skills or experience in law and charity governance
· People with experience in income generation, business development, fundraising and marketing

Renumeration & Time Commitment
This role is voluntary and unpaid but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. The Board of Trustees
meets four times per year. In addition, Board Meetings, other contact – usually electronic or by
telephone – will be necessary.

We provide life choices for people with learning disabilities.

You can choose to help us improve them.

Options for Life is a dynamic not-for-profit charity based in Sandwell.  We are dedicated to empowering adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to boost their confidence, develop valuable skills, and live independently, enjoying the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.

We are committed to supporting our participants in making choices about their own lives. 

We provide our services in an area of significant deprivation; the Indices of Multiple Deprivation (2019) ranked Sandwell as the 12th most deprived local authority in England.  We own two purpose-built centres and employ 65 staff.

We want to support more people with profound or multiple learning disabilities and to develop new services to provide supported employment opportunities.  But to do this we need professionals who can guide and develop the charity’s strategy as Trustees.  Many of our current Trustees will complete their terms this year.  We particularly value financial and public administration skills and people with lived experience of disability. We believe in the strength of a varied board and welcome applicants from all walks of life, regardless of their previous Trustee experience.

Our Trustees are central to our success, and we need Trustees who share our desire to overcome years of prejudice. The financial situation is challenging, but the rewards are enormous.

Please make a choice to learn more about us.