Chair And Trustees Volunteer Roles

As a Trustee with fundraising experience, you will work towards a world where every person’s potential is fulfilled. 

If you’re an experienced public engagement and fundraising professional, this is your opportunity to join the Board of Trustees of All We Can and use your expertise to help us raise more money to support our partner organisations transform their communities and work to end poverty and injustice all around the world. 

Being trustee of All We Can is a rewarding role as you get to play your part in doing international development differently based on our relational and long-term partnership model. If you’re looking for a sense of purpose, fulfilment derived from being part of a movement which is transforming international development, this can be a role for you. 

 As part of the Board of Trustee’s, you will help govern All We Can in line with its charitable objectives and to maintain oversight of the organisation’s financial affairs on behalf of the Board. You will work with other trustees and the chair across all board’s areas of responsibility. And specifically, as a trustee with fundraising experience, you will lend your expertise and support the CEO and the Executive Head of Philanthropy and Public Engagement in enhancing our fundraising efforts. 

We’re currently preparing for an ambitious five-year strategic plan covering 2025 - 2030, and to support this, the organisation’s fundraising requires strengthening, needing to be highly effective and far-sighted in outlook and to provide the right balance between challenge, championing and support.

We are committed to equity and inclusion and to continually improving the diversity of our board. We are specifically eager to receive expressions of interest from people of colour. We also specifically welcome those who are looking to use their potential in support of our cause, as first-time Trustees. To perform the role, you will need to be supportive of working in a Christian faith-based environment, but do not need to be a Christian.

Do you want to create impactful change addressing critical global challenges? 

Do you have a collaborative approach to relationship building, a successful track record of leading through change, experience in convening and a commitment to our mission? 

About Forum for the Future 

Forum for the Future, one of the world’s leading international sustainability non-profits with an over 25-year track record, works to influence the arc of change towards a just and regenerative future. We inspire change-actors to step up their ambition, stretch their vision and find pathways that are systemic, strategic and tackle root causes of our current crises. 

Our current trustee board is a committed group who are passionate about helping Forum to deliver its mission.​​ 

We are looking for the following key attributes from candidates: 

• A deep understanding of how philanthropy operates at a global level, with a specific understanding of the philanthropy landscape in ideally two of our four geos (UK/Europe, US, SE Asia and India), ideally with either Board or Senior Management experience with a grant-giving foundation. 

• Experience in any of our Deep and Urgent Transition areas (Food, Energy, Purpose of Business) 

• A desire to deliver the mission of Forum for the Future, to deliver a shift towards a just and regenerative future. 

About the role 

We are recruiting for a trustee for our UK charity, but you do not need to be based in the UK to apply. Trustee meetings normally take place at 2.00pm-5.00pm UK/GMT time.  

The role description is here 

We do not have an ‘ideal’ candidate in mind as we recognise and value the range of diverse experiences that people can bring to a role. If you do not meet all the requirements outlined in the job description but still believe you have the right mix of skills and experience to thrive in this role and further Forum’s ambitious goals for change, we encourage you to apply.

If this piqued your interest, please read on, and apply to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application! 

Recruitment process 

To apply please send your CV and a brief note explaining why you are applying 

The application deadline is the end of the day 24 February 2025 and interviews will take place in March.

Equal Opportunities 

Forum for the Future wholeheartedly supports the principle of equal opportunities in employment. We promote and support equality, diversity and inclusion both in our own workplace and through our work with our partners and the wider public.  We actively support and promote diversity as an essential component of sustainability, and as a key element of our organisational values. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, caste, religion or belief. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those who identify as disabled, LGBTQ, ethnic minorities, and come from diverse social and educational backgrounds. 

HELP US CREATE COMMUNITIES

The Art Ministry are looking for people to join our Board of Trustees

What we do

We are a well established and respected creative charity who believes that anyone can enjoy good mental health and wellbeing by engaging in creative activities.

We provide regular art and craft sessions for children and adults with a wide variety of needs.

We extend our reach by providing sessions for partners, including local schools, Southend in Sight, Sanctuary Housing and South Essex Homes.

We engage with the wider community by providing art and craft activities at local events, by offering volunteering and employment opportunities, and holding exhibitions.

Who we need

We need people with experience of finance, HR, fundraising, event management, digital engagement, PR, partnerships, and/or delivering creative services.

We need creative thinkers who can work collaboratively to provide the leadership that The Art Ministry needs to achieve its strategic objective of helping even more members of the local community improve their mental health and wellbeing by engaging in creative activities.

You will need to commit to at least 4 hours a month, including at least 4 trustee meetings a year.

If you have the skills, experience and time that we need then please get in touch.

You do not need previous board or senior management experience. We don’t expect any one person to meet all our needs!

What we will give you

We will validate your suitability for the role through an interview, reference and security checks.

We will provide you with an induction to The Art Ministry and appropriate training, software and memberships, to help you fulfil your role. We will reimburse your pre-agreed expenses.

You will have the opportunity to help shape the strategic direction of The Art Ministry as well as ensure that it meets its day to day operational objectives and to network with others in the third sector.

The Art Ministry, Reg. Charity No.: 1108227, 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2DQ

CISWO, The Coal Mining Charity, is seeking additional trustees to strengthen and widen the scope, expertise and diversity of our Board. We would particularly welcome applications from individuals who are a qualified accountant and a member of a recognised institute.

Since 1995, we have been improving lives and reducing disadvantage in former coal mining communities. With services provided across the country in all former coalfield areas, our reach is extensive.

CISWO is a service provider, grant maker, and custodian of one of the largest portfolios of recreational land in the UK. Our aim is to reduce disadvantage in communities impacted by the coal mining industry and to leave a legacy of community facilities for future generations.

We are proud of the impact we make with former miners and mining communities. With over 2,400 individuals, and over 200 other mining charities supported in 2023, we can demonstrate the difference we make. We are however ambitious to achieve more and recognise that as our client groups change, we need to increase and adapt our delivery to meet these needs.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation. We at the start of our third year of our current 5 year strategy which will build on the past work of CISWO, drive the current work of the charity and set strong foundations for the future to ensure we meet the changing needs of our different client groups.

Trustee Responsibilities

As a Trustee of CISWO you will:

· Be responsible for providing governance to administration and management of the organisation.

· Ensure the financial stability and viability of CISWO.

· Actively contribute to the Board by giving strategic direction including defining and setting overall policy, and evaluating performance against this.

· Ensure compliance with the charity’s governing document, and any legal requirements.

· Act in the best interests of the charity at all times.

· Safeguard the reputation and values of the organisation.

· Use specific skills and knowledge of topics relevant to their areas of expertise to lead discussions, provide advice and guidance, identify key issues, and help the Board to reach sound decisions.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

· Relevant knowledge to contribute to the charity’s core areas of delivery.

· Credibility and evidence of effectiveness in their chosen field.

· Operating a senior level in either a paid or unpaid capacity in a significantly sized and / or complex organisation.

· Experience of strategic thinking and planning with a good understanding of risk.

· A well–rounded understanding of the charity sector and the responsibilities of trustees.

· Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement.

· Highly numerate with the ability to understand budgets and charity finance.

· Team orientated with a collaborative and solution focused approach

· A critical understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and a commitment to applying these to the role.

· The ability to commit the necessary time and engagement to be an effective member of the Board.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

· Understanding of the issues faced by former coal miners and mining communities.

· Recent experience working as a qualified accountant in a professional capacity.

· Previous experience as a charity trustee or working with a board of trustees.

How to apply

To be considered for the role, please supply the following:

· An up to date CV clearly detailing your career history with key achievements

· A supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role and the value that your expertise will add to the Trustee Board

Full candidate information pack attached.

We are looking for Trustees for Exeter Scrapstore – Could you be one?

Are you interested in supporting a creative community asset and have a passion for recycling and re-use?

We could be a great fit!

We are looking for people with experience in any of these areas: Finance, HR, IT, Buildings and Fundraising.

About us:

We are a small friendly board of Directors/Trustees running a thriving charity that serves the communities in Exeter and its surrounding areas. We have two part-time paid staff and 8 volunteers.

The charity runs a warehouse and shop that makes a positive social and environmental impact by re-using clean post-industrial waste that would be sent directly to landfill. It’s an Aladdin’s cave of materials offering inspiration for creative and educational projects, and used by a wide range of users. These include individuals and families, creative practitioners, community groups, schools and higher education.

As well as reclaimed materials from businesses and industries, our shop offers second-hand and quality arts and crafts items at affordable prices.

Our charity is entering an exciting new phase, which includes refitting the retail space to make it more user-friendly and provide much needed inventory sorting space.

We meet 6 times a year.

Why not contact us for an informal chat about the role with our Chair?

Charity Number: 1143182
Company Number: 07619244

Hut 2, Belmont Park, Gordon Road, Exeter EX12D

MAF UK is looking to recruit four new trustees which will ensure that MAF UK remains true to its calling and is accountable to its stakeholders for its impact. 

Candidates will need significant and extensive senior level experience within a given area of expertise, (Finance, Fundraising, Legal, Missiology) including the ability to inform and review strategy development and thought leadership, be able to advise, shape plans, and offer new ideas and perspective

Key Responsibilities

While you will be responsible for championing and maintaining MAF UK’s Christian ethos and values while safeguarding its reputation, you will support in:

• Setting or approving policies, plans and budgets to achieve MAF’s charitable objectives and monitoring performance against them.
• Setting and maintaining a framework of delegation and internal controls.
• Agreeing decisions on matters which might create significant risk to the organisation, financial or otherwise.
• Actively contributing to the strategic direction of the charity and agreeing and evaluating performance.
• Fulfilling the statutory responsibilities of a trustee as set out by the Charity Commission.
• To ensure the solvency, financial resilience, effective administration, and good performance of the organisation

Commitment Requirement

Applicants are usually elected to the Board for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of renewal for two further threeyear terms and will be required to participate in:

• Three Board meetings each year.
• Annual Board of Trustees awayday each year for prayerful strategising.
• Membership and attendance of a subcommittee – up to three meetings a year.
• One overseas project visit.
• Ad-hoc advice may be sought between meetings

Essential Qualities

• Significant and extensive senior level experience within a either Finance, Fundraising, Legal, or Missiology
• Committed and mature Christian, able to demonstrate an understanding and acceptance of our Statement of Faith.
• Can demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, reflected in their devotional life and involvement in a Christian community, including  an individual commitment to prayer and a willingness to uphold MAF’s local and global ministry in prayer.
• Experience of making decisions in keeping with the teaching and ministry of Jesus.
• Capable of analysing information, thinking creatively and, when necessary, challenging constructively.
• Possess effective communication and presentation skills.
   

This position has an occupational requirement for the job holder to be a committed Christian who can affirm and adhere to our Statement of Faith. 

Terms:

The role of Trustee is unpaid, but all reasonable travel, accommodation, subsistence and childcare expenses will be met.

Trustees are usually appointed for an initial term of three years, which may be renewed for a further two periods of up to three years each.

Applicants must be UK citizens or hold a valid permanent work permit for the UK and not be disqualified from being a trustee according to Charity Commission guidelines.

Selection:

The interview process will include a meeting with the Chair and another member of the Board.  The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and confirmation from the whole Board.

Thank you for your interest in the work of MAF UK. Please do not hesitate to get in touch using the above email address should you have any questions regarding this appointment process.

Being a Trustee is a fantastic opportunity to really make a difference. Our Board have to constantly balance the needs of the members against the demands of resources and legislation, which makes it a fascinating opportunity.

Trustees have ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of the Students’ Union and ensuring that it is solvent, well-run and delivering the objectives for which it has been set up. This is achieved through attending regular meetings where the business of the Union is discussed, scrutinised and set for the following period.

The Trustees on the Board all bring with them different skills, experiences and expertise which all feed into the collective decision making. This means that each trustee is not expected to be an expert in student life and finance and running a business and strategy etc. The Board are responsible for listening to advice from other Trustees, senior staff and external professionals to make collective decisions.

A full role description can be found in the appendix of this document, along with a summary of the Charity Commission guidance.

As a well-regarded specialist charity, we have been a cornerstone of support for the LGBTQ+ community for over 46 years. Now, as we transition into Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre, we are excited to invite new voices to join us on our journey toward an impactful future.

Our Vision and the Role of Trustees
In the coming years, we will focus on cementing our long-term sustainability through innovative projects and income-generating activities. To help us achieve these goals, we are strengthening our Board by recruiting two new trustees to join our current team of six. Specifically, we are looking for a General Trustee and a Treasurer. We encourage applications from trans individuals and those with financial management experience in the charity sector, as we value diverse perspectives and expertise that will guide our strategic direction.

The Role of Trustee
As a trustee, you will play a critical role in shaping our future. This is an opportunity to contribute your skills and experiences to an organisation at a transformative time in its history. Your involvement will support our efforts to deliver diverse services and activities that address the needs of our community, making a tangible difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals across Leicestershire and Rutland.

We hope you share our vision and excitement for the future of Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre. We look forward to the possibility of working with you as we embark on this meaningful journey.

Home-Start Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham (WKCHF)

Treasurer of the Board of Trustees 

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your brilliant financial skills to enhance a charity who are passionate and dedicated in supporting children and families? 

You need look no further. We are looking for a qualified accountant who is looking to expand their skills, to become our new Treasurer. You would play a key role in ensuring the financial soundness of the charity, overseeing the work of our paid finance manager who is herself a qualified accountant, and accounting to the rest of the Board for the charity’s finances. In addition, as a trustee, you will be part of an excellent Board, playing a full role in helping determining the charity's overall strategy.  Our current Treasurer has been with us for 9 successful years and the candidate would inherit sound financial systems and processes. 

Time commitment:

You would be a full member of the Board of Trustees who set the charity's strategy and monitor progress against it.  The Board meets six times a year, online and in person.  The Treasurer also jointly chairs the Finance and Funding Committee with the Chair which meets between Board meetings.

Home-Start Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham offers support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in 3 boroughs – Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham through our network of trained volunteers, visiting families in their homes. Our charity is well established and highly regarded, with a small team of experienced, enthusiastic and dynamic staff who work tirelessly, supporting parents and carers in the critical task of raising small children in those important early years. Although a separate charity it is part of the Home-Start UK family and follows its guidance.

Role description – Treasurer of the Board of Trustees 

To maintain effective governance of HSWKCHF affairs, ensuring financial viability and ensuring that proper processes and procedures exist for assuring all financial records, decisions and delegations are maintained. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Strategic 

• To assist and advise in the formation of the Charity’s strategy with particular regard to ensuring that the Charity has the resources to deliver the strategy. 

2. Financial 

• To ensure that the Board receives appropriate budgetary and financial information on the activities of the charity including Annual Accounts 
• To ensure that all accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies
• To recommend to the Board appropriate accounting procedures, controls and policies consistent with the scheme of delegation; 
• To ensure that the Charity monitors the performance of its investments and to set an appropriate reserves policy
• To oversee the appointment of auditors and review annually.
• To work in close partnership with the Finance Manager in executing their responsibilities. 

3. Governance 

• To ensure that the Board is aware of its financial duties and responsibilities and the need to comply with all legislation 
• To ensure that all financial policies, procedures and the appointment of external financial advisors/auditors are reviewed on a regular basis 
• To ensure that the Board’s scheme of delegation is reviewed on a regular basis 
• To act as Chair of the Finance and Fundraising sub-committee of the Board 

General responsibilities of a Trustee In addition to the responsibilities outlined above: 

• Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving strategic direction to the charity, setting overall strategy and policy, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets; 
• Ensure the financial stability of the organisation and the proper investment of the Charity's funds;
• Ensure the Charity applies its resources exclusively in pursuing its objectives; 
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the Charity; 
• Safeguard the good name and values of the Charity; 
• Declare any conflict of interest while carrying out the duties of a Trustee; 
• Be collectively responsible for the actions of the Charity and other Trustees; 
• Participate in other tasks as arise from time to time, such as interviewing new staff, helping with fundraising; 
• Keep informed about the activities of the charity and wider issues which affect its work. In addition to the duties of all Trustees, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This will involve scrutinising Board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, and providing advice and guidance requested by the Board on new initiatives, or other issues, to the area of the Charity's work in which the Trustee has special expertise.

Board meetings: 6 per year, at the end of January, March, May, July, September (Board & AGM), and November. 

Application by: CV and cover letter | Application Deadline: Fri 7-2-25, 5pm | Interviews: Tuesday 11-2-25

(Registered Office) St Pauls Church Centre, 3 Rossmore Road, London NW1 6NJ

Charity no. 1109568 | Company no. 05283272

About Home-Start WKCHF

We support families in Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, and Hammersmith and Fulham with at least 1 child under the age of 5 and/or who are expecting a baby. We believe that parents are the first, most important educators of their children. We help them to grow in confidence, be more involved in their children’s development and learning, promote positive behaviour, and build their community networks. Our network of trained volunteer befrienders and therapists offer practical and emotional support to families experiencing difficulties such as social isolation, mental health issues, poverty, insecure/inappropriate housing, disability and/or illness, relationship breakdown, and domestic violence, all of which have been exacerbated in recent years due to the impact of the pandemic and cost of living crisis. With over 2 decades of experience supporting local families, we are extremely well placed to deliver flexible, holistic, non-judgemental support to help families overcome these barriers, feel more connected to their local community and better cope with their difficulties and the challenges of raising a family. 

Our Services 

As the families we work with often have complex needs our range of services enable us to tailor the support for each family and compliment the outreach support provided by our experienced co-ordinators. This menu of support includes:

- Befriending Support: Volunteer befrienders visit families weekly in their homes providing a listening ear and reassurance, encourage families to access essential services in their community (e.g. Children’s Centres or debt advice), assist them in applying for benefits or grants for essential items, support them with parenting skills by modelling play at home, and accompanying families to appointments they may find challenging (e.g. housing or legal). 

- Bump-Start Perinatal Project: Extending our weekly volunteer befriending support to pregnant women and their families, antenatally and during the first year of their baby’s life. By starting earlier, we can better promote the healthy attachment of parents and infants, with a long-term impact on children’s wellbeing. Bump-Start volunteers are trained in post-natal depression, attachment, and maternal-infant mental health and offer support and reassurance to isolated new parents. 

- Free Long-Term Therapy: Parents coping with anxiety, depression, family breakdown, domestic violence and other traumas are provided with weekly one-to-one sessions with a clinically supervised volunteer trainee therapist. Sessions are delivered in local Children’s Centres in the community with funding for childcare available, enabling parents who otherwise wouldn’t access this kind of long-term therapeutic help to attend and address underlying emotional issues. 

- Family Support Groups- We continue to respond to needs within the community as identified by families and in collaboration with partner organisations to prevent duplication. Groups are open to all families, and we accompany families who need support to attend a group. 

- Family Outings and Events: A programme of free outings/events for families in school holidays, enabling families to enjoy time together, discover local parks/activities, gain new experiences, and reduce isolation. 

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.

Dorset needs Mosaic, Mosaic needs you

Could you take a leading role in ensuring bereaved children and young people get the support they need?

Then, become a trustee with Mosaic and help us ensure the specialist counselling, phone advice, face to face groups and peer activities we offer continue to support the children and young people who come to us.

As a Trustee you will take an active leading role in supporting the organisation’s work with children and young people. They may have lost someone special - a parent, a sibling, friend or other member of their family. We know our work is transformational, helping individuals, families, schools and communities face what can sometimes seem an unimaginably difficult period.

This is an exciting time for Mosaic as we look to support the growing number of children and young people who are referred to us. As a trustee, you will be part of an enthusiastic team taking an active role in supporting the organisation’s work. You will help ensure the charity is sustainable and steer the charity to meet the needs of those it supports, working in partnership with many other Dorset groups. You will use and improve your governance, leadership and strategy skills and build relationships with outside agencies, supporters, staff and other volunteers.

Ideally you will be Dorset-based and have some experience or knowledge of legal issues and IT systems. However, life skills gained in a range of walks of life are also an important consideration in our recruitment. Training for candidates new to the position of trustee will be provided.

There are four Board meetings a year, with two in person, as well as a Strategy Day.  Trustees also take part in activities around the year such as fund-raising events, and are committed ambassadors for Mosaic, meeting with volunteers and counsellors.

Join Usher Kids UK as our fundraising trustee, and help us empower the next generation living with Usher syndrome (a progressive form of deafblindness). With your help we can make sure every child, young person and family has access to the information, support and connections which enable them to thrive. We can guarantee huge satisfaction and enjoyment working with our team and community, and the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference. 

Key responsibilities:

•  To assist the Board of Trustees to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the charity.
• To report to the Trustees on a quarterly basis giving an update on fundraising achievements, plans, and progress.

What we’re looking for in our fundraising trustee:

• Someone with substantial background as a senior charity fundraiser with a sound understanding and experience of charity fundraising, and diverse income generation practices, at strategic and operational levels.
• A good understanding of fundraising within a small charity and the challenges facing small charities.
• Someone able to commit approximately 8 hours per month, and bring their skills and qualities to actively contribute to our friendly and dedicated team of trustees.

Interested in joining our mission? View our application pack and role description for more details.

Could you share your expertise to enable people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health issues to live gloriously ordinary lives?

Have you got credibility and passion to make a difference?

If the answer is yes, why not consider becoming a FitzRoy Trustee?

About us

FitzRoy is a pioneering national charity, providing a range of support to people who need support to enable them to live independent lives. Our vision is a society where people are treated as equals within inclusive communities and empowered to ensure their rights and aspirations are met.

About the role

As a Trustee, you will have the opportunity to influence our development, and with the other members of our Board, you will be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity.

We are seeking two new trustees from communities currently under-represented on our board, specifically those with Black or Asian heritage and women. We value a range of mixed voices and aspire to a governance which reflects the diversity of our workforce and the people we support.

Trustee experience or experience in the charity or social care sector is not required, and training and mentorship will be available to those interested in developing their leadership skills through being a Trustee.

At this time, we are particularly interested in speaking to people with knowledge and expertise in the following areas:

• Clinical/health/mental health

• Fundraising

We encourage applications from those with a personal experience of learning disabilities, autism or mental health issues.

In return If you are able to commit your time and energy you will be rewarded by being part of a forward thinking charity dedicated to transforming lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health issues. This is a voluntary role, with paid travel expenses requiring approximately one day per month of your time.

Who we are

MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship) is a Christian organisation operating over 115 aircraft in 25+ countries, reaching 1,000 remote destinations. Overcoming derelict roads, natural disasters, and conflict, MAF transports food, medical supplies, aid workers, and missionaries to isolated communities. Each flight delivers practical help, spiritual hope, and physical healing to people for whom flying is a lifeline, not a luxury. MAF is flying for life.

The role

MAF UK is looking to recruit four new trustees which will ensure that MAF UK remains true to its calling and is accountable to its stakeholders for its impact.

Candidates will need significant and extensive senior level experience within a given area of expertise, (Finance, Fundraising, Legal, Missiology) including the ability to inform and review strategy development and thought leadership, be able to advise, shape plans, and offer new ideas and perspectives.

Key Responsibilities

While you will be responsible for championing and maintaining MAF UK’s Christian ethos and values while safeguarding its reputation, you will support in:

• Setting or approving policies, plans and budgets to achieve MAF’s charitable objectives and monitoring performance against them.
• Setting and maintaining a framework of delegation and internal controls.
• Agreeing decisions on matters which might create significant risk to the organisation, financial or otherwise.
• Actively contributing to the strategic direction of the charity and agreeing and evaluating performance.
• Fulfilling the statutory responsibilities of a trustee as set out by the Charity Commission.
• To ensure the solvency, financial resilience, effective administration, and good performance of the organisation

Commitment Requirement

Applicants are usually elected to the Board for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of renewal for two further three year terms and will be required to participate in:

• Three Board meetings each year.
• Annual Board of Trustees awayday each year for prayerful strategizing.
• Membership and attendance of a subcommittee – up to three meetings a year.
• One overseas project visit.
• Ad-hoc advice may be sought between meetings

Essential Qualities

• Significant and extensive senior level experience within a either Finance, Fundraising, Legal, or Missiology
• Committed and mature Christian, able to demonstrate an understanding and acceptance of our Statement of Faith.
• Can demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, reflected in their devotional life and involvement in a Christian community, including an individual commitment to prayer and a willingness to uphold MAF’s local and global ministry in prayer.
• Experience of making decisions in keeping with the teaching and ministry of Jesus.
• Capable of analysing information, thinking creatively and, when necessary, challenging constructively.
• Possess effective communication and presentation skills.

This position has an occupational requirement for the job holder to be a committed Christian who can affirm and adhere to our Statement of Faith.

Terms:

The role of Trustee is unpaid, but all reasonable travel, accommodation, subsistence and childcare expenses will be met.

Trustees are usually appointed for an initial term of three years, which may be renewed for a further two periods of up to three years each.

Applicants must be UK citizens or hold a valid permanent work permit for the UK and not be disqualified from being a trustee according to Charity Commission guidelines.

Closing Date: midday on Tuesday, 28th February 2025.

Cancer Research Wales is the Welsh cancer research charity and since 1966 our pioneering research has been saving lives.

We have invested over £30 million to fund the best researchers, clinicians and health professionals to push the boundaries of research into cancer discoveries here in Wales.

Our work is making Wales a healthier and better place to live and we are recruiting new members to our Board of Trustees. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

We would welcome applications from people with experience in the following areas: Human Resources, Media (communications and/or marketing), Fundraising and Online Retail.

You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training.

Our trustees make sure that Cancer Research Wales achieves its core purpose by overseeing the overall management and administration of the charity.

They are responsible for the overall governance ensuring the charity acts in accordance with legal, charity and regulatory guidelines and ensuring that Cancer Research Wales has a clear strategy and develops its aims, objectives and goals in line with our vision.

Terms of office

• Trustee appointments are reviewed annually in accordance with the Charity’s constitution.
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment

• Attend four Board meetings annually (currently held in person at our offices in Cardiff but with option to join remotely).
• Attend two annual strategy / training days.
• Potential to support Cancer Research Wales leadership team with the governance of specific key projects or initiatives.