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This Trustee role is an exciting opportunity to add value and scale to what CPRE Leicestershire does and contribute to its success. We are looking to appoint a Planning Trustee with a passion for environmental and countryside issues and experience or knowledge of the planning system, with an understanding of organisational management.
In joining the CPRE Leicestershire team, you will:
- Use your skills and experience to make a positive difference to the countryside, environment, and local communities.
- Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
- Be invited to free training courses, workshops and the annual National Office conference and AGM.
What you will be doing
- Developing and implementing our strategic plans and policies to help us to deliver our mission.
- Managing CPRE Leicestershire’s approach to planning and related issues and developments across Leicester and Leicestershire.
- Organising responses to strategic planning and local plan consultations and significant planning applications requiring CPRE Leicestershire input and contributing to their preparation and submission.
- Updating CPRE Leicestershire about emerging planning, environmental, climate, biodiversity and transport issues, changes in national policies and national CPRE debates, policies and campaigns.
- If required, represent CPRE Leicestershire at Planning Committees, Appeals, Public Inquiries or Examinations and Public Meetings.
- Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work.
- Safeguarding the good reputation and values of our charity .
What is in it for you
- Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside.
- Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
- Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience.
- We will support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training.
- We will give you a reference for your future work or volunteering.
- Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference.
- The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day.
In common with all charities, our trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity complies with its constitution and with charity law. This means ensuring the charity is addressing the purposes for which it is set up for the public benefit, and no other purpose. Trustees will have an opportunity to play a part in setting the strategic direction of the charity and to work together to decide how to best enable all to contribute to achieving its purposes. Trustees need to use sound judgment, to make balanced and informed decisions, thinking about the long term as well as the short term; to avoid any personal conflicts of interest; and to act with reasonable care and skill.
More information is available from The Charity Commission via their website.
Skills & Experience
We are looking for skills and experience in the following areas (please ensure your application cover these points):
- An understanding and experience of the planning system.
- Strong interest in the countryside and a commitment to CPRE policies, campaigns and initiatives.
- An understanding of, or interest in, the charity sector, including the legal duties and responsibilities of a trustee, (or willingness to learn).
- Some experience of working in a strategic way.
- An interest in investigative work, with an eye for detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Have access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them.
- Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability including attendance at meetings.
- Some awareness of current environmental issues and a commitment to campaign for the protection of the countryside and the work of CPRE.
- Commitment to work within the values of CPRE: Open, Connected, Trusted and Inspirational.
This role is available provisionally for up to a three-year term, with a maximum of two three-year terms.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Our Mission is to transform the lives of children and young people who suffer severe emotional and psychological difficulties, so they can relate well to others, fulfil their potential and enjoy life.
Our Approach is a form of group living and learning modelled on healthy relationships, adapted to the developmental needs of children and young people suffering severe relational trauma.
About You
If you feel you have an empathy for our work, are an experienced professional based in Norfolk, and you have the energy to build on our local community engagement and support, we'd love to hear from you!
Commitment
- Four Board meetings a year, and if sitting on a sub-committee a further four meetings a year which are held in person in Central London.
- Representing the Charity from time to time at various events and meetings with key stakeholders which may be held in central London or in our Communities in Kent or Norfolk.
- Three year term of office with possible renewal for two further terms to a maximum of nine years.
How to Apply
Please apply through CharityJobs 'Quick Apply' button and explain what value you will bring to this role and why you are interested to apply.
Closing date: Tuesday 30th July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Summary:
The Chair of the Board of Trustees will provide strategic leadership to Hidayah, ensuring the organization remains aligned with its mission to support and advocate for LGBTQ+ Muslims. The Chair will guide the Board of Trustees in effective governance and act as an ambassador for the charity within both the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Governance:
- Provide leadership to the Board, ensuring that Trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
- Oversee the Board of Trustees’ operation, ensuring its members work collaboratively and effectively.
- Ensure the charity complies with its constitution, governing documents, charity law, and other relevant legislation/regulations.
- Strategy and Planning:
- Lead the development and implementation of the charity’s annual strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the needs of LGBTQ+ Muslims.
- Write the annual report outlining Hidayah’s impact and achievements
- Work with the Board of Trustees to ensure that strategic objectives are effectively executed and serve the community
- Write and develop a portfolio of policies to ensure the smooth running of Hidayah
- Board of Trustees Management:
- Chair monthly Board meetings effectively, ensuring decisions are taken in a timely manner and that actions are followed up.
- Facilitate a positive and inclusive Board culture where diverse viewpoints are encouraged and respected.
- Manage all volunteers taken on by Hidayah
- Advocacy and Representation:
- Act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting its work within both the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities and to a wider audience.
- Represent the charity at key events, meetings, and functions, and develop relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
- Financial Oversight:
- Oversee the charity’s financial health, ensuring it operates within its means and maintains proper financial control and accountability.
- Work with the Treasurer and the finance team to ensure the Board of Trustees receives accurate and timely financial information.
- Act as a signatory for Hidayah’s bank account and financial operations.
- To seek out partnerships, sponsors and endorsements from individuals and organisations.
- Risk Management:
- Ensure appropriate risk management policies and procedures are in place and adhered to.
- Regularly review and address potential risks to the charity’s operations and reputation.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience in a leadership role within a charity, non-profit, or similar organization.
- Strong understanding of governance best practices and charity law.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets and financial planning.
- Passion for the charity’s mission and commitment to its values, with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ Muslims.
Desirable:
- Previous experience as a Chair or in a senior non-executive role.
- Experience in fundraising and development activities.
- Established network within the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities and among relevant stakeholders.
Terms of Appointment:
- The Chair will be appointed for an initial term of 3 years, which may be renewed for a further term(s).
- This is a voluntary position; however, expenses incurred in fulfilling the role will be reimbursed as approved by the Board of Trustees in line with Hidayah’s policies.
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
National Coal Mining Museum for England is looking for Trustees with expertise in the areas of digital and new media, large scale capital projects, advocacy and influencing and coal mining as we embark on the next exciting part of our journey to deliver a fresh new vision over the next 10 years.
We are here to ensure that a vitally important part of our national heritage is protected and sustained for future generations. We are building a talented and dedicated Board of Trustees to help the Museum move forward to preserve the mine - both underground and above ground - and to find sustainable and sympathetic uses for the site to fund the task of attracting more visitors and to generate more income in the future.
If you welcome a challenge, are inspired by our plans for the future and would like to be a part of the team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a board trustee of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby Limited (GBWR), and chair of its governance and finance committee (GFC).
Wheelchair rugby is an exhilarating sport played by athletes with often severe physical impairments. It has grown rapidly in recent years, overseen by a dedicated team of GBWR staff, trustees, and volunteers.
The board is now looking to appoint a new trustee to join us and help steer the sport through to the LA28 Paralympic Games and beyond. This follows the departure of our longest-serving board member at the end of her third term, and the current GFC chair stepping into her role of senior independent director. This new appointee will have responsibility at board level for matters relating to finance and governance.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In addition to the duties and responsibilities imposed on all charity trustees by charity and company law:
- Chair the GFC
- Report to the board of trustees and to the GFC on all matters relating to the oversight of GBWR’s financial performance and position (actual and against budget), preparation and agreement of annual budget, developments in financial reporting, and elements of governance which relate to the role
- Liaise with the CEO, head of business operations, outsourced financial services provider, and external auditor in respect of all the above
- Supervise preparation of the annual report and financial statements for the GBWR group of companies, where the charity is the parent company of a trading subsidiary which is being wound down with a view to being made dormant in financial year 2025/26
- Act as a signatory, alongside the chair of the board, on the annual statutory accounts
- Ensure that high standards of governance, robust internal control systems, and risk management procedures are maintained and regularly reviewed, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Participate as a signatory in procedures for incurring expenditure and authorising payments to suppliers in accordance with established tiers of responsibility
- Support and challenge the CEO and the senior leadership team as necessary and appropriate
- Meet with the CEO and chair of the board as and when required
PERSON SPECIFICATION
All successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:
- Hold a relevant qualification(s) demonstrating financial skills relevant to the role, or be able to demonstrate skills through experience
- Current or recent experience of working, or as a board member, within a corporate or charitable environment
- Thorough knowledge and experience of governance and regulatory framework for corporates and charities
- Be able to demonstrate governance skills through experience; a relevant qualification, eg ICSA, would also be desirable
- Exhibit the highest standards of personal integrity
- Ability to support and challenge the CEO and senior leadership team
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
It would be desirable for candidates to have knowledge, understanding, and/or experience in a sporting and/or disability environment.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Time commitment
It is expected that the chair of the GFC will undertake the following:
- Attend four board meetings per year
- Attend a board strategy day
- Chair four GFC meetings per year
- Attend one subsidiary board meeting per year
- Engage in regular communications with, and support of, the chair, both in person and by phone
- Attend events in an ambassadorial capacity
- Be available for other meetings and/or functions where representation on behalf of GBWR is required
Remuneration and expenses
The role is non-remunerated. Reasonable expenses incurred on official GBWR business will be reimbursed according to the GBWR expense policy.
Term of appointment
The term of appointment is for three years, with a maximum of three terms permitted.
Location
Board and GFC meetings take place in central London. The head office of GBWR is at Twickenham Stadium, Greater London.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The closing date for applications is Friday, 2 August 2024.
In order to shortlist, the nominations committee of GBWR will assess each application against the person specification and select who to invite for interview.
Candidates will be notified that they have been shortlisted for interview by email no later than Friday, 16 August 2024.
Further details about the date(s) and format of the interview will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
References will be taken up for the successful candidate.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please submit:
- A CV of no more than two sides of A4;
- A supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4, giving specific evidence of your ability to meet the key responsibilities and person specification and your reason for application;
- Names and contact details, including email addresses, for two referees and in what capacity you know them; and
- A completed diversity monitoring form
Completed applications should be sent by Friday, 2 August 2024. Please put ‘Trustee appointment’ in the subject title.
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
You must provide details in your supporting statement if you have any interests that might be relevant to the work of GBWR and which could lead to a real or perceived conflict of interest should you be appointed.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
GBWR is an equal opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced people regardless of race, religion/belief, gender, gender reassignment, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy/maternity.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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We are working in partnership with the New Forest Heritage Trust (NFHT), who operate the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst. Their charitable aim is to inspire visitors and supporters to explore and value the New Forest through their collections and archives, comprising a completely unique 50,000-item collection of books, manuscripts, documents, maps, objects, film and oral histories, and by providing educational activities and information to a broad range of audiences. The purpose of the Centre is to be a hub where local people and visitors to the New Forest can discover more about the history, customs, people, wildlife and future of this special landscape.
The Board is seeking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees. The Chair will be an inspirational individual, passionate in supporting the Trust through a period of very exciting change and into a fresh phase of their successful history. Museums and heritage sector experience is not essential for this role, but an understanding of charities, and a love of culture, landscape, community and social purpose are vital.
Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate:
- Experience of charity governance and working with/or as part of a Board of Trustees.
- Experience of operating at a strategic leadership level.
- Significant experience of chairing meetings.
- Experience of external representation, with strong interpersonal and relationship building abilities, strong networking capabilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role.
- Interest in and willingness to learn about the museum/heritage sector and current issues affecting it.
The Board meets every quarter in person at the Heritage Centre, with meetings approximately 2 hours in length and usually held on Fridays starting at 10am. Beyond Board Meetings, there are commitments needed of the Chair, which range from periodic calls with the Director, occasional ad hoc video or in-person meetings, exhibition previews and events, and other times when visibility is important at the Centre or at occasional functions in the Forest. The expected commitment is somewhere in the region of 15 to 20 days annually.
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your expression of interest should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: Wednesday 14th August 2024
Vetting interviews with Charisma must take place by close of play on Monday 19th August.
Interviews with NFHT: late August / early September
Can your skills and knowledge help us to grow? Then why not consider joining us. We specialise in supporting people with visual impairments and we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Board of Trustees.
What will you be doing?
As a member of the Board, you will play a vital role in steering and supporting New Outlook. The Board is responsible for providing strategic direction; ensuring we meet regulatory requirements; and overseeing the work of the staff team, thus ensuring New Outlook’s effective, efficient administration and financial stability.
You will be part of a Board team that will help to ensure:
Promoting and Protecting NEW OUTLOOK
- To act as custodian of NEW OUTLOOK’s values
- To ensure that the customers’ voice is heard in the decision-making process
- To monitor compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- To support and uphold the Code of Governance and the NHF Model Rules (2015)
- To be an ambassador for NEW OUTLOOK as appropriate
Setting Strategy
- To consider and, if appropriate, agree a vision for NEW OUTLOOK and a strategy to work towards that vision
- To assist the Executive Team in the setting of plans and strategies
- To support the work and the role of the Chair of the Board and the chairs of other Committees
- To support the work of the Group Chief Executive and all colleagues; constructively challenging proposals as appropriate
Managing Performance
- To agree key policies
- To take an individual and collective responsibility in monitoring performance against plans, budgets and decisions through regular critical appraisal of operational and financial information
- To ensure appropriate action is taken if expected standards of performance or results are not or are unlikely to be achieved
- To request further information or professional advice when required
Board meetings are held four times a year in Oldbury with two being longer ‘away day’ sessions and you may also be asked to join a Committee or time limited task group.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking to appoint people who can demonstrate a commitment to a high level of engagement and possess a range of experience ideally with a Social Care and Governance or experience as a Chartered Surveyor. We wish to have a wide range of people on the Board and are particularly keen to be representative of the diverse population in the West Midlands.
What difference will you make?
The role of Trustee is non-executive, providing a rewarding opportunity to use your expertise and experience to support and shape our future. We very much value all of our customers and you will have the opportunity to work with us, at all levels, as we seek to grow and develop the business.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner protects in perpetuity a collection of ceramics, archives and manufacturing artefacts, covering nearly 250 years of world-renowned Spode pottery production and a global manufacturing site with world class assets.
They run a small visitor centre, shop and café on the former Spode Works site. Given its size, comprehensiveness and location on the original site, this collection is unique in the UK as the sole surviving enterprise in industrial ceramics and very likely in the world.
They are looking to bring on board someone, either as a Trustee or Advisor, with the experience and ability to inform business planning, strategic development and financial management.
The post holder will also oversee monthly cash flow and forecasts based on bank statements, sales and expenditure as well as supervising the preparation of annual charity commission return accounts and tax return.
The organisation are very flexible in terms of what the role may look like, dependent on who they appoint, with a minimum time commitment of 6 meetings annually.
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Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Chair of the Board of Trustees and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Chair of Trustees you would be using your skills and experience to provide leadership to our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years and guiding its transition to becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.
Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:
· increased independence and self-confidence
· improved mental well-being
· reduction in social isolation
· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.
· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.
We are looking for an active and passionate Chair who can provide strategic leadership and guidance. You will be required to lead online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking to recruit additional trustees with an interest in helping others, who are willing to uphold the food bank’s values, and who can bring life experience to the Board. Trustees have collective responsibility for the governance of the organisation and for all decisions made by the Board. They set the strategic direction for the organisation, ensuring alignment to our values, and are responsible for setting organisational policy, defining goals, agreeing the financial plan, evaluating performance, and ensuring that strong productive relationships are maintained between the trustees, foodbank staff and our team of volunteers.
Key tasks:
- To manage the charity’s resources responsibly, including ensuring the charity’s assets are used only to carry out its purpose, avoid undue risk and not over-commit the charity.
- To ensure the Board regularly reviews its structures, roles, relationship to staff and implementing changes whenever necessary.
- To develop a long-term strategy for the foodbank with clear objectives which can be monitored and adapted.
- To ensure the charity is accountable, actively complying with statutory accounting and reporting requirements and the law.
- To ensure appropriate financial plans are in place for future budget allocations as well as looking after contractual agreements with external partners that award money for core costs and additional projects.
- To help promote the organisation to a wide audience of potential funders and beneficiaries and community stakeholders.
- To ensure the food bank has appropriate procedures to comply with current legislation and good practice, including employment, health and safety, equal opportunities, safeguarding & GDPR compliance/data protection etc.
- To act with reasonable care and skill, giving your time, thought and energy to your role.
- To prepare for and regularly attend and participate in Board and Subcommittee meetings.
- To provide ad hoc support to the staff team and volunteers from time to time.
- To act at all times in accordance with the foodbank’s trustee code of conduct.
- The trustees are encouraged to visit the food bank regularly and interact with staff and volunteers.
They may also undertake additional voluntary work for the charity subject to their availability and skill set.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people who want to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst supporting the food bank to continue providing emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidates would demonstrate:
- A commitment to the work and mission of Borehamwood Foodbank.
- A knowledge and passion for your local community, including experience of living or working in or close to the Borough of Hertsmere.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of the foodbank’s beneficiaries, staff, and the Board of Trustees.
- Willingness to act in the best interest of the charity.
- Sound, independent judgement, and the ability to think creatively.
- Working effectively as a team member and demonstrating a willingness to learn, develop and collaborate.
The food bank would particularly welcome applications from those with experience in one (or more) of the following areas:
- Health & Safety
- Human Resources
- IT, Communications and/or Social Media
- Charity Law
- Voluntary Sector or Business Management
Whatever your background, we want to make sure you are supported and empowered and enjoy your time volunteering with us. We know that having volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds, with varying experiences, can help to make what we do as effective as possible. As such, we welcome all applicants regardless of age, religion or beliefs, disability, ethnic background, gender reassignment, sex, or sexual orientation. We also encourage those with lived experience of poverty to apply. Please supply us with any relevant volunteering or trustee roles that you have undertaken in the past.
Please apply through CharityJobs in the first instance, providing a CV and cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal interview with members of the Board of Trustees at Borehamwood Foodbank.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about providing outstanding and compassionate support to people with palliative and end of life care needs? If so, join Saint Francis Hospice as a Trustee as they enter a new and exciting chapter.
Applications close at: 9 a.m. Tuesday 11th June
Location: Havering-atte-Bower, Romford, London/Essex border
About Saint Francis Hospice
Saint Francis Hospice is the main local provider of hospice care. The hospice has 18 specialist palliative care beds on its Ward within the Hospice. It also has an active well-being and day therapy service which provides one-to-one clinical and therapy appointments, as well as group wellbeing activities. 85% of our care is undertaken within the community.
These services are for anyone affected by advanced, progressive disease living in any of our catchment boroughs as shown on our map below. All areas are also covered by our hospice 24-hour Specialist Advice Line and by our Hospice at Home team; a team particularly supporting family and friends, and carers in the last few weeks of life.
We have a range of Well-being services including Bereavement Support for adults and Children, and our Orangeline support services for people in need of support during times of loneliness and loss.
The hospice is also the provider of specialist community and crisis support to people at home and in care homes in Barking & Dagenham, Havering and South West Essex, via a nurse-led specialist team. In Redbridge, that community specialist support is provided by the NHS and other care partners. Partnerships between our local Hospital Trusts and the hospice are well established including in the areas of end of life care services, education, out-of-hours consultant cover, shared cover for senior doctors between hospice and hospital and widening access to specialist palliative care services.
The hospice has an Education Centre on site offering a range of bespoke training and development opportunities for our staff and partner organisations. We offer junior doctor training and work closely with Southbank University providing BSc and MSc Palliative care programmes.
Our care strategy focuses on meeting growing demand whilst still delivering care tailored to each individual. It also includes an emphasis on the teaching, training and support of family, friends and our health and care partners and providers.
About the roles
This is an incredibly exciting time to join the hospice, having recently welcomed our new Chief Executive — and with many exciting priorities underway including; a renovation and major upgrade of our ward unit, a continued focus on service quality and innovation, a new people strategy and an ambition to achieve even greater financial sustainability.
To support our plans and ensure that we are embracing all future opportunities for growth and development, the board is now looking to appoint new Trustees to replace those whose terms have come (or are coming) to an end.
Who we are looking for
We seek individuals with a fundamental alignment to our charitable purpose and mission.
With exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, you will bring sound judgement, the ability to think strategically and offer constructive challenge and debate to the board and senior team.
Whilst we are open to a range of skills and experience, we are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a background in one or more of the following areas:
Digital, Strategic Marketing and Comms - For this trustee role, we are looking for an individual with experience in making sure an organisational strategy has a strong digital thread through it as we look to improve our systems and processes, look to raise our profile even more through an amplified digital marketing strategy and capitalise on technology as we develop our services.
Commercial/Business Development – For our business development trustee role, we are looking for an individual with broad business, new service development and commercial skills, who can bring new ideas and experience in scaling new service models to our charity and transferable skills to the board.
Fundraising/Income generation – Our fundraising trustee will bring senior strategic fundraising and broader income generation experience, ideally in a charity setting with a national reach.
Healthcare – For this trustee role, we are looking for someone with current knowledge of the health and social care arena – the developments, challenges, wider healthcare market and opportunities, as well as the health economy. Whilst prior experience of end of life/palliative care would be advantageous, it isn’t essential.
For all appointments, we are looking for individuals who can provide trustee oversight on new areas and strategic priorities. Acting as a strong sounding board to the Chair, fellow trustees and the executive team, and able to provide strong strategic advice and overview.
We want to diversify the board and particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 11th June
AUGIS is a surgical association for members who work within UGI surgery in the UK and we are looking for a Lay Trustee Member (who does not work in the field of surgery) to join our Council to help develop our strategy and development for both the short and long term.
The objectives of AUGIS is to improve the delivery, the results and outcome of conditions of the oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, liver and biliary tract requiring surgical treatment, through training objectives, fostering developments in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, promoting educational and academic objectives and liaising with other surgical and academic bodies. The establishment of high quality training programmes throughout the UK as a fundamental component of the Association’s activities.
Lay Trustee Role
Responsibilities
- ensure that Council exercises control over the strategic direction of the AUGIS, and that the performance of the association against its strategic objectives is properly assessed on a regular basis
- ensure that the AUGIS maintains its long-term financial sustainability, safeguards its assets, and operates proper mechanisms to ensure effective internal control, risk management and value for money
- contribute to debate and to make their knowledge, insight and expertise available to Council as needs and opportunities arise
- act fairly and impartially at all times, in the interests of the AUGIS as a whole, using independent judgement and maintaining confidentiality as appropriate
- ensure AUGIS’ growth and regular review of Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity and Sustainability policies and strategy
- ensure that the AUGIS conducts its affairs in accordance with its status as a charity and its public benefit objectives
- accept collective responsibility for the decisions reached by Council.
Expectations:
The Lay Trustee member of Council, acting in a non-executive capacity, are expected to:
- attend meetings of Council and participate in discussions, acting as a “critical friend”, contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of AUGIS strategy going forward
- question intelligently, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and decide dispassionately, listening respectfully to the views of others, inside and outside meetings of the Executive/Council
- serve as a Trustee and attend meetings of at least two Council Meetings per year and when requested Executive Meetings
- attend some of the formal or informal events of the AUGIS, as may be organised from time to time
- act as an ambassador for the AUGIS, promoting its activities in the wider community including, for example, assisting with legacy activity and corporate interaction
- attend any induction and training as may be required by the AUGIS to carry out effectively the role of a member of Council
- contribute to regular reviews of the effectiveness of Council, both collectively and individually
- submit an annual Register of Interests and Statement of Edibility declaration, and ensure that the AUGIS is notified promptly of any material changes to these details as may arise during the year.
Person Specification:
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and an understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Chief Executive. (Essential)
- Understanding and commitment to promoting and improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all sectors. (Essential)
- Understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and commitment to promoting and improving sustainability and development.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst maintaining an independent perspective. (Essential)
- An understanding of, and commitment to, the values of accountability, probity and openness. (Essential)
- Confident and effective communication skills. (Essential)
- A track record of being able to process details quickly and get to the heart of an issue. (Essential)
- Significant experience of board or committee membership in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation. (Desirable)
- Demonstrable knowledge of financial matters and accountancy. (Desirable)
- A proven track record of achievement within a related business environment.(Desirable)
- Experience of guiding and directing an organisation through strategic and structural growth during a period of significant external pressures and change (Desirable)
Experience and skills
- Senior level experience in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation;
- Board membership experience
- Strategic leadership
- Confident and effective communicator
- Knowledge and experience of the healthcare sector (not essential)
Practicalities of Appointment
Term of office: Three years.
Time commitment: Estimated to total the equivalent of 3-5 full days per year, including any involvement in the work of relevant Council committees.
Remuneration: Appointments to Council are in the nature of public service appointments and no remuneration is made.
Expenses: Lay members of Council are eligible to claim reimbursement of travelling expenses for attendance at meetings of Council and any committee or other body to which they are appointed. In addition to the above, travelling expenses will also be reimbursed in respect of any necessary duties arising from membership of Council or other bodies. This would include, for example, fact-finding visits to another institution, participation in induction and development events, and attendance at briefing meetings with officers. All claims will be dealt with on the same terms and conditions as apply to AUGIS staff.
Application Process
We will require all applicants to complete an application form setting out how they meet the required qualities of the role, and return it with a CV to Nichola Bartlett at AUGIS. We will convene a shortlisting panel to consider who will be invited for interview, with the candidate who best fits the criteria will be recommended for appointment, with Council making the final decision.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 31st July 2024
Interview date: 14th August 2024
Location: London/Online
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Oxfordshire Youth
Oxfordshire Youth is a boundary-breaking youth development charity, passionate about creating a future for and with young people that gives them the best possible opportunity to realise their potential. Oxfordshire Youth supports the youth sector across the county, working with grassroots leaders; it delivers innovative youth leadership programmes; and it provides a transformational supported accommodation service for young people. In everything it does, OY aims to meet the needs and aspirations of young people. All the charity’s work is grounded in best practice safeguarding and youth work principles and practice.
Charity Trustees
The Charities Act 1993 defined charity trustees as those responsible under the charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity. This is the case regardless of the terminology used to describe the role. The trustee board at Oxfordshire Youth usually comprises up to twelve trustees, although there is no formal limit on the number of trustees, including the following roles:
● the Chair of the Board of Trustees
● the Deputy Chair and CEO Line-Manager
● the Treasurer and Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Sub-Committee
● the Safeguarding Lead and Chair of the Safeguarding,Quality and Impact Sub-Committee the People and Development Lead and Staff Liaison Trustee
The Role of the Board
At its most fundamental the role of the trustee board is to receive assets from donors, safeguard them and apply them to the charitable purposes of Oxfordshire Youth. The trustee board must always act in the best interests of Oxfordshire Youth, exercising the same standard of duty of care that a prudent person would apply if looking after the affairs of someone for whom they have responsibility. Trustees are ultimately and legally responsible for everything Oxfordshire Youth does. Trustees fulfil this responsibility by agreeing the strategy, agreeing organisational policies and implementing appropriate monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure and evidence compliance. Trustees appoint the CEO and, on recommendation by the CEO, appoint the Senior Leadership Team to manage all operational matters and the operational team in line with the approved strategy, policies and control mechanisms.
Duties of a Trustee
The statutory duties of a trustee are:
● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth complies with its Articles of Association, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations
● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association
● Ensure Oxfordshire Youth applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. For example, it must not spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be
● Contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving firm strategic direction to Oxfordshire Youth, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
● Safeguard the good name and values of Oxfordshire Youth
● Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organization
● Ensure the financial stability of Oxfordshire Youth
● Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation’s funds
● Appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor performance
In addition to the statutory duties listed above, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, identifying key issues, asking difficult questions and providing advice and guidance on new initiatives. Trustees must ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.
Treasurer Role Purpose
To provide high level oversight of the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
Key Responsibilities
● Attend bi-monthly Trustee meetings; chair bi-monthly Finance. Audit and Risk (FAR) Sub-committee meetings and report to the Board on financial matters. The first point of contact on the Board for any matters relating to Finance.
● Work with the Head of Finance, CEO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and other Trustees to ensure the financial viability of the organisation.
● Support fellow Trustees to be aware of their financial obligations and take a lead in interpreting financial data to them.
● To have oversight of accounting policies, procedures, processes and record keeping including advising on best practice.
● Appraising the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies.
● Sign off annually on the organisation budget and annual accounts.
● Lead on appointing auditors
● Work with Finance Lead, EO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and trustees to set the financial strategy for the organisation.
Time Commitment
Trustees are expected to attend an induction session at Oxfordshire Youth prior to their first board meeting. Trustees are expected to attend the six annual board meetings, five of which last approximately three hours (typically 6-9pm). One meeting is an annual strategic planning board away-day or residential held each year. Papers, proposals and reports are distributed one week in advance of meetings. The Treasurer will also Chair the FAR sub-committee sub-committee which means 6 times a year for 2 hours.
Trustee Role Boundaries
Trustees in a decision-making capacity:
● As a board of trustees
● As a sub-committee
● Chair - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings with quorum of three, where necessary
● CEO Line Manager - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings where necessary
Trustee roles outside of the above decision-making capacity:
Advisory role (i.e. offering advice in an area of expertise). In this capacity the Trustee is acting as Trustee but, as noted above, does not have decision-making capacity in their own right.
Volunteer role (i.e. participating in an operational working group). Here the Trustee is subject to the decision-making of the operational team-member who is in a position of authority. As a volunteer the Trustee is at liberty to withdraw.
Observer role (i.e. attending an OY workshop for young people or observing OY work). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee but have no role beyond observing or information gathering for the purposes of strengthening their own understanding and / or board-level decision-making.
Champion role (i.e. spreading the message about the work of OY). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee, helping to build the profile of the work of OY, with no decision making, but with the view of creating a positive image and sign-posting people to OY.
Who we are looking for
As a Treasurer, you will have:
● Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising and finance practice relevant to voluntary and community organisations.
● Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (as necessary).
● Good financial analysis skills.
● Experience of advising others on financial matters, and being prepared to challenge
Each trustee should have:
● A commitment to the mission of Oxfordshire Youth
● A willingness to meet the minimum time requirement
● An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
● Strategic and forward-looking vision in relation to the charity’s objects and aims
● Independent judgement, political impartiality, an ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak their mind
● Good communication and interpersonal skills including a willingness to use tact and diplomacy to challenge and constructively criticise
● Integrity
Oxfordshire Youth (OY) recruits outstanding talent to ensure we provide outstanding programmes services to the young people of Oxfordshire and the organisations who serve them. We are committed to creating a team of people that make diversity and inclusion the normal. Oxfordshire Youth are actively seeking to recruit candidates from Global Ethnic Majority backgrounds, and from candidates who may consider themselves to have lived experiences in the areas in which they work.
Oxfordshire Youth offers Trustees robust training to support them to succeed in their role and to broaden their knowledge on the youth sector, and other relevant issues.
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About Us
Our Mission is to transform the lives of children and young people who suffer severe emotional and psychological difficulties, so they can relate well to others, fulfil their potential and enjoy life.
Our Approach is a form of group living and learning modelled on healthy relationships, adapted to the developmental needs of children and young people suffering severe relational trauma.
About You
If you feel you have an empathy for our work, and have senior level safeguarding or social care experience we would love to hear from you.
Commitment
- Four Board meetings a year, and if sitting on a sub-committee a further four meetings a year which are held in person in Central London.
- Representing the Charity from time to time at various events and meetings with key stakeholders which may be held in central London or in our Communities in Kent or Norfolk.
- Three year term of office with possible renewal for two further terms to a maximum of nine years.
How to Apply
Please apply through CharityJobs 'Quick Apply' button and explain what value you will bring to this role and why you are interested to apply.
Closing date: Tuesday 30th July 2024
Masonic Support Committee Member Recruitment
Grants and Services to Individuals and Families
Non-executive committee members
This is an opportunity to share your professional skills, life experience and to further strengthen the Masonic Support Committee of the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemasons’ Charity).
The MCF is funded entirely through the generosity of Freemasons and their families and is one of the largest grant-making charities in the country. We build better lives by enabling opportunity, advancing healthcare and education and promoting independence.
Our mission is to be a force for good by providing support, care and services to Freemasons and their families in need, and supporting other charities to help the most disadvantaged in society.
Being part of this Committee is a rewarding role which will support the MCF Board of Trustees in providing and delivering an effective package of support for Freemasons and their families who are in need.
We are looking for two new Committee members with a professional background in one or more of the following areas:
- Education
- Charitable grants and services to individuals
- Mental health
- Social policy
- Safeguarding
- Health
- Social care
The new Committee members will help us to develop our support and services to achieve maximum impact while being efficient and effective.
Specialist Advisers
We are also looking for two specialist advisers to the committee. Advisers play a vital role in supporting the Committee and the staff by bringing specialist expertise to both policy development and to the grants decision making process. We are particularly seeking two advisers, one with a general medical background and one with mental health expertise. Advisers do not normally attend committee meetings and are instead liaise with staff occasionally and remotely via secure email, phone and video calls. Medical advisers must have an active and clear GMC registration. A full role specification is available on request.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviewing and scrutinising grants policy;
- Reviewing and approving changes to the support package;
- Reviewing the scope and extent of the service offer;
- Considering environmental factors impacting on the level and range of support required;
- Ensuring that support generates maximum impact; and
- Ensuring that engagement with key stakeholders in the Freemasonry community is strong and effective in supporting our work.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in any of the key areas mentioned above. In addition, the following would be beneficial:
- Impact assessment;
- Safeguarding leadership;
- Volunteer management on a large scale (MCF has c.300 Visiting Volunteers)
- An interest in supporting people facing financial hardship, health and mobility problems.
- An interest in supporting children and families in need.
- To be an appropriate role model and to ensure that the Committee promotes equity, diversity and inclusion.
TIME COMMITMENT
- Committee members are required to attend four meetings per year, usually held at the offices in Great Queen Street. Some additional time will be required to study papers and possibly to assist in committee project work. This position is of a voluntary nature, however travel expenses can be claimed.
- Advisers must be able to provide a timely response to avoid delaying the decision making process for beneficiaries.
APPOINTMENT AND TENURE
- Appointments are subject to a clear DBS check.
- Committee members are appointed for an initial period of three years and appointments may be renewed at the end of the first period of office, subject to satisfactory appraisal by the Chairperson.
- Committee members are not eligible to hold office for more than six consecutive years unless approved by the MCF Nominations Committee.
- Committee members are appointees not employees.
- To ensure that MCF values are maintained at all times, Committee members are required, on appointment, to agree to, and abide by, the Code of Conduct.
- Committee members are required to undertake a small amount of mandatory training which is conducted online in key areas such as GDPR and safeguarding.
- Advisers are appointed by the Committee and tenure is not restricted.
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