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Age UK Sutton (AUKS) is an independent, local charity with a turnover of around £1.4m. The charity is a brand partner of Age UK, and as such benefits from membership of a network of similar independent charities across the UK, whilst being able to maintain a focus on local issues in the London Borough of Sutton. The charity delivers a mixture of ‘on demand’ services, commissioned services, social and community activities, and is increasingly involved in local influencing and strategy. In recent years, Age UK Sutton has undergone steady growth and transformation. We have a solid foundation, enjoy a positive culture where our values are central to all that we do and have consistently great feedback from our staff satisfaction surveys.
About the role
The Board of Age UK Sutton comprises eight Trustees including the Chair. There are currently two vacancies, providing an opportunity for new people with a desire to support a vibrant, ambitious charity to join this highly effective Board. Boards govern effectively by:
- Focusing on their governance responsibilities
- Being clear about the role of the Board vs the role of the Executives - and fostering good relationships between both
- Ensuring the Board itself operates effectively
As an Age UK Sutton Board member, you’ll be an ambassador for the organisation and its work. You’ll share our vision to help the most disadvantaged in the local community
Requirements/Person Specification
We are looking for new Trustees with experience in the following areas, to complement the broad skill base of the current Board members:
- HR and employment law
- Communications, marketing and/or PR
How to apply
Eastside People is supporting Age UK Sutton in the recruitment for this role. Please ensure you read the candidate information pack which contains important detail about the role before applying. Click here to apply by submitting your CV and cover letter. Please use the cover letter as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV, and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in a trustee role at Age UK Sutton
- How you can contribute to the Board as a trustee. Please highlight relevant experience and demonstrate how your skills match the specific requirements of the role as set out in the Person Specification.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustments so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Age UK Sutton is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity to ensure that we reflect the full breadth of the people we aim to support. We warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9 September 2024 and interviews will take place the following week.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Projects Coordinator
Working to support disadvantaged young people or trekking the Inca Trail? Why not do both?!
Get the best of both worlds for a volunteering opportunity where you give your skills, rather than your money.
Are you looking for a break from 9-5? Or are you looking to do a year abroad as part of your studies, or even before you start your studies, in an exciting and challenging environment? When volunteering with LAFF your skills will be put to good use. You will have the opportunity to work directly with beneficiaries and gain valuable field experience and an increased awareness of international development issues. Based in beautiful Peru, on the doorstep of Machu Picchu, this is also a great chance to improve your Spanish fluency.
Location: Cusco
Employment Type: Full-time unpaid volunteering positions of minimum 7 hours per day are preferable, though applications for part time roles are also considered.
Leave: 2 days per month
Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Given that LAFF is a small volunteer-led charity, the Internal Projects Coordinator provides support to the Programme Manager in all aspects of LAFF’s internal operations programme planning, reporting, budgeting and delivery. This is a diverse role that encompasses all facets of NGO management.
Objectives of this Role
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Projects Coordinator will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
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Collaborate with the Programme Manager to ensure that LAFF’s strategic and annual work plan are being implemented
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Provide administrative and logistical support
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Maintain and update LAFF’s recruitment platforms and database
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Organise, schedule and take part in meetings, interviews and events when necessary
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Draft documents, contracts, agreements and reports
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Ensure that all data and policies are consistent, thorough and accessible
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Identify partners/beneficiaries needs and provide technical support when relevant
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Provide support in the monitoring of LAFF’s internal programmes
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Represent LAFF when necessary and expand its local network in Cusco
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Visit projects to follow up progress on capacity building projects
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Contribute towards the internal development of LAFF
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Provide support carrying out tasks of other volunteer roles when they are not filled
Skills and Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in a related field (Communications, Languages, International Relations) or experience working in a communications role.
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6 months of volunteering experience and/or work experience in the NGO sector highly desirable.
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Proficiency in written and spoken English required, intermediate level Spanish desired.
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A strong passion to develop skills related to the not-profit sector.
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Solid report-writing skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
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Interest in acquiring communications and International Development experience.
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Highly organized, flexible, independent, culturally sensitive and detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
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Extensive knowledge of MS Office.
Personal Qualities
We are looking for a motivated individual who is able to work individually and as part of a team. The Projects Coordinator position requires a proactive attitude and attention to detail to ensure LAFF functions smoothly and reaches its full potential. The Projects Coordinator must be ready to take on a wide range of tasks and responsibilities in order to support LAFF’s activities.
About Latin American Foundation for the Future
The Latin American foundation for the Future (LAFF) is a UK-based charity supporting marginalised children and young people in Peru. We work through local partner organisations in Cusco and support activities and projects in the areas of formal education; vocational skills and personal development; sustainability, including income generation, cost reduction and capacity building. We strive to empower our beneficiaries enabling them to become independent and sustainable.
To apply:
Complete and submit a response to our volunteer application form and highlight ‘Projects Coordinator’ as your area under the ‘Coordinator Positions’ section.
Please note this position is unpaid. Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Vision Every parent has the support they need to give their children the best start in life.
Home start West Berkshire is looking to recruit 2 or 3 new Trustees to join our Board. We have been supporting families in West Berkshire since 1997 using a volunteer model that allows us to reach families with children under five at what can be a difficult and stressful time. If you think you could help us with this important work in a time of growing need, we’d love to hear from you.
Home-Start West Berkshire is a registered charity, a company limited by guarantee and a member of the Home-Start UK federation. Our trustees are responsible for setting strategy, monitoring performance, ensuring that the Charity is financially sound, and ensuring that we meet all legal and regulatory requirements in the delivery of our mission.
What we do.
We provide support for families with children aged 0 to 5 who may be facing physical or emotional issues and who are finding the challenge of bringing up young children overwhelming. By offering support to families through their toughest times we ensure that parents have the support they need to give their children the best start in life. Home-Start’s ethos is to empower and enable, allowing families to develop self-resilience and confidence in their ability to cope with challenging situations and integrate more within their own communities.
How We Do It.
Using a volunteer led model, we provide support to parents through home visits, family and post natal depression groups and a baby bank. A nurturing and caring culture is central to our work. Our volunteers are invited in to their homes by families, building empathy and trust to help provide community centred, accessible, non-judgmental relational support. We believe that engaging and embracing a broad spectrum of diverse lived experience is fundamental to our shared learning experience. Our trustees, staff and volunteers are committed to living and learning the values and behaviours which best facilitate this approach.
The commitment.
Our board of trustees meets four times each year with at least one additional date set aside for strategy review and development. Trustees are alo encouraged to spend time getting to know other Trustees, staff and volunteers, hearing from those who use our services and learning from each other. We are a comparatively small charity and whilst we will not ask you to get involved in the day to day running of our of the Charity we are looking for people who are prepared to spend time supporting some of the aspects of the Charity where you may have skills or experience, or a particular interest.
The responsibility.
The duties of a trustee are to:
• ensure that the Charity pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy and that it complies with its legal and regulatory obligations
• ensure that the Charity spends its funding carrying out its charitable objects for the benefit of the public
• ensure that the Charity defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets
• safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
• ensure the effective and efficient administration of the Charity including having appropriate policies and procedures in place
• ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the Charity
• protect and manage the property of the Charity and ensure the proper investment of the Charity’s funds; and
• put in place and monitor arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the Charity’s Executive Director.
In addition to the above statutory duties, trustees are expected to use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Person specification
You will join a committed Board of Trustees to further the breadth of experience that we currently have. Specific skills and experiences that we are looking for includes:
Expertise in fundraising, marketing or events management, which may have been in the charitable sector but could also come from a commercial environment
Experience of Home-Start’s work in supporting familities, which may as a family member who we have supported, a commissioner of our services, or a former staff member or volunteer
A background in people management and development to support the ongoing development of our staff (8 part time) and our volunteers (60)
Experience in legal, governance or business management In the commercial or charitable sector.
You will also need to demonstrate:
A commitment to the Charity
A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role
Good, independent judgement
An ability to think creatively
A willingness to speak your mind and share your views
An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
You do not have to have been a trustee before. If you are passionate about making a difference for families, we can provide a supportive environment for you to step into your first trustee role.
Applications will be considered as they are received. Closing Date: 30th September 2024
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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.
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Do you - want to establish closer working relationship with the local police to improve community safety in Barnet?
Can you - spare a few hours a week to make this happen?
If so – we are looking for a Chair to lead Barnet's Safer Neighbourhood Board.
Role Overview: Lead Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board, ensuring effective operation in line with MOPAC requirements. Manage all aspects of Board meetings and foster a collaborative environment.
Time Commitment: 4-5 hours per week on average
A Safer Neighbourhood Board is established in every borough giving local Londoners and victims a greater voice.
Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board entails a team of volunteers and local agencies who will work together to advise the Borough Commander.
The Board consists of a wide range of individuals representing Barnet’s diverse communities alongside the statutory positions defined in the MOPAC Guidance[1], involving people of all ages and from all sections of the community. This includes those who may not have been actively involved before, who may be vulnerable or who have been a victim of crime.
Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board will be required to:
Barnet’s Safer Neighbourhood Board will be required to:
· Help identify and advise on Barnet’s local policing
· Monitor police statistical data, performance and confidence
· Fulfil a range of specific functions.
For more information please visit the role profile.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Mary Ward Settlement was founded in 1895, and today is a multi-service charity that focuses on empowering people to enrich and transform their lives by offering inclusive education opportunities, legal advice, and community support services. Advancing equality and diversity remains at the heart of Mary Ward Settlement, born from its inception in the Settler’s Movement, and our founder Mary Ward’s vision of ‘equalisation’ for adult learning to open up educational opportunities for all. In 2018 we merged with Blackfriars Settlement, sharing a common vision and foundation, which has strengthened our offering to the communities we support in London.
We deliver our services from our newly opened, purpose-built Mary Ward Centre, and from Blackfriars Settlement in Southwark. It's an exciting time for Mary Ward as we now look forward to fully utilising both our new facility and increased outreach as focal points in our communities.
About the role
The Board of Trustees is an integrated Board, offering strategic oversight and professional expertise across the three charities that make up Mary Ward. The Chair of Mary Ward is more than a conduit between our Board of Trustees and our Senior Management team. The Chair orchestrates support from our trustees which recognises skills and experience, provides guidance and challenge to the management team, and is a visible connector, champion, and leader of our inclusive and warm culture. Our organisation is inquisitive and reflective, excited about learning, committed to community, and our Chair helps us reflect this passion across the group and to our wider community.
Requirements/Person Specification
- Working knowledge of good governance principles
- Strong interpersonal skills grounded in supportive and positive values
- Strong leadership skills including those of diplomacy, influence, and mediating
- General business senior management experience which includes financial understanding, staff management, operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Commitment to a truly inclusive organisation, understanding equality, diversity, and inclusion has a wide application to reach all of our communities we serve.
How to apply
Eastside People is supporting Mary Ward Settlement in the recruitment for this role. Please apply by submitting your CV and covering letter.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in a Chair role, and why with Mary Ward Settlement?
- How can you contribute to Mary Ward Settlement as our Chair? Please highlight relevant experience you would like to share with us.
We welcome applications from anyone with a passion for our mission, and from a wide range of skills and experience, and we particularly welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups e.g. candidates bringing diversity in terms of age; ethnicity; socio-economic status and disability.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustments so that we can help with making the application process work for you. We would discourage you from deselecting yourself if you are in doubt about meeting all the criteria. Instead, if you have specific questions about the role, please get in touch with Melissa.
Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustments so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. We support, advocate for, champion and connect carers across the UK, so that no one has to care alone.
Our values
Carers are at the heart of everything we do. We are:
Attentive
- we welcome everyone and are always supportive and ready to help
- we listen carefully and respond with expertise and understanding.
Ambitious
- we’re courageous and innovative, aiming high and seeking out new ideas and opportunities that take us forward
- we are always learning and improving, pushing boundaries to increase our impact.
Achievers
- we are passionate about what we do and tenacious in our pursuit of change
- we adapt to new challenges and are always striving for excellence
- we love to collaborate and enjoy working with others to reach our goals.
Trustee role description
The duties of a Trustee are to:
- contribute actively to the Board of Trustees’ role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy and defining goals
- to set targets, and evaluate performance against agreed targets
- ensure that Carers UK complies with and pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, the Articles of Association
- safeguarding the good name and values of Carers UK
- ensure that Carers UK complies with charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
- ensure the financial stability of the organisation
- ensure that Carers UK applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects, ie the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are
- protect and manage the property of the charity and ensure the proper investment of the charity’s funds
- ensure the effective and efficient administration of Carers UK
- ensure the organisation acts within employment and health and safety laws
- appoint the Chief Executive and monitor their performance.
In addition to the above statutory duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions including the annual election of the Officers (Chair, Vice-Chairs and Treasurer)
Additional duties may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives and other issues in which the Trustee has special expertise, and positively representing the organisation.
Person specification
Trustees, collectively and individually, have ultimate responsibilities for the charity. To be effective each Trustee must have:
- a commitment to the organisation
- a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort including attending meetings
- strategic vision
- good, independent judgement
- an ability to think creatively
- a willingness to speak their mind
- an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship
- an ability to work as part of a team
- appreciation of Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Nations Trustee role description
We are specifically looking for two Nations Trustees, one each for Northern Ireland and Wales. In addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, the Nations Trustee will be expected to ensure that the Carers UK Board is informed on key issues affecting carers in the respective Nations.
In order to discharge this responsibility, the Nations Trustee will be expected to:
- attend the quarterly Nation Committee meetings and the Annual Conference
- establish working relationships with the Director of Devolved Nations, and with the Chair and other members of the Nations Committees
- represent Carers Wales and Carers Northern Ireland at some external events
- sit on recruitment panels as required.
Person specification
- Sound knowledge of the relevant Nation’s issues, the devolved responsibilities held by the relevant Government, its diversity and geographical challenges
- A willingness to understand the work being delivered in the relevant Nation, context, key priorities and aims
- Be a Welsh/ Irish language speaker, or willing to learn (desirable)
- It is essential that the Trustee lives in the relevant Nation and is willing and able to travel to Cardiff/Belfast and London with some overnight stays required.
Commitment
10-12 days per annum.
How to apply
Please email us to request a copy of the full candidate pack.
Please submit a CV outlining your experience, employment and volunteering history and any Trustee, non-executive or public service roles you currently have or have had in the past.
Please also submit a 500-word statement based on the Person Specification. You should clearly explain your ability and/or experience in relation to the criteria in the Person Specification.
Please also submit the Candidate Summary Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and the Declaration of Eligibility with your application. These start overleaf.
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to provide us with the names and addresses of two people who can provide references.
Applicants are required to declare any unspent criminal convictions. The Charities Act disqualifies people convicted of offences involving dishonesty or deception (unless the conviction is legally regarded as spent), undischarged bankrupts and those disqualified from company directorship from acting as charity Trustees.
Closing date for applications: 15 September 2024 5pm
Interviews dates: October, dates to be confirmed.
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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Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community? Do you have any time to spare each week or month? MindWell is looking for volunteers to join our team and help us connect more people in Leeds with vital mental health and wellbeing resources.
About the role
We're excited to offer a new volunteer role that will be crucial in helping us reach and support more people across Leeds.
As a MindWell Training and Learning Volunteer, you’ll be part of the MindWell team and play a vital part in helping to raise awareness of the information, guidance and support MindWell offers.
- You’ll support the Volunteer and Engagement Manager in producing presentations and training sessions for individuals and organisations.
- You’ll speak to key contacts from organisations to find out what their needs are so that presentations are relevant and helpful to the audience.
- With support from the Volunteer and Engagement Manager, you’ll deliver online or face-to-face training sessions, showcasing the key areas of the MindWell website.
- You’ll gather feedback from attendees about the training they’ve received and promote further opportunities to engage with MindWell. Encouraging people to sign up for the MindWell newsletter will also be a huge help.
Who we’re looking for
We welcome volunteers living in Leeds from all walks of life especially those with personal experience of mental health challenges, and those from LGBT+, disabled, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.
You don’t need any specific skills - what matters most is your willingness to help and your enthusiasm to learn. We’re looking for people who are:
- Caring and compassionate
- Positive and motivated
- Reliable and committed
- Collaborative and good at communicating
- Open to learning and growing with us
Even if you don’t feel you match all these qualities perfectly, that’s okay! We’ll provide all the training and support you need to feel confident in your role.
Volunteer benefits:
- Learn new skills and gain experience in the mental health field.
- Be part of a supportive, friendly team.
- Receive induction and ongoing training, including free eLearning.
- Make a meaningful difference in your community.
- Have your travel expenses reimbursed and enjoy discounts on event tickets.
About MindWell
MindWell is the go-to online resource for adult mental health and wellbeing support in Leeds.
The website provides clear, practical, and reliable information to promote understanding, normalise self-care, remove barriers and help people find the support that’s right for them. Join us in creating a caring and mentally healthy Leeds.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Producing presentations and training sessions for individuals and organisations.
- Speaking to key contacts from organisations to find out what their requirements are.
- Delivering online or face to face training sessions, showcasing the key areas of the MindWell website.
- Gathering feedback from attendees about the training they’ve received.
- Promoting further opportunities to engage with MindWell.
- Encouraging people to sign up to the MindWell newsletter.
- Representing MindWell and acting as our ambassador.
We’re on a mission to make it easier for people in Leeds to connect with local mental health support, especially those who might face barriers.
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Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community? Do you have any time to spare each week or month? MindWell is looking for volunteers to join our team and help us connect more people in Leeds with vital mental health and wellbeing resources.
About the role
We're excited to offer a new volunteer role that will be crucial in helping us reach and support more people across Leeds.
As a MindWell Promotional Champion, you’ll be part of the MindWell team and play a vital part in helping to raise awareness of the information, guidance and support MindWell offers.
- You’ll help us to identify and contact key locations around the city to display MindWell materials such as posters, leaflets and bookmarks.
- You’ll help to distribute promotional materials and help others to order materials.
- You'll engage with people, and help us to build relationships with community organisations and key contacts.
- Encouraging people to sign up to the MindWell newsletter and gathering feedback whilst you’re out and about would also be a great help.
Who we’re looking for
We welcome volunteers living in Leeds from all walks of life especially those with personal experience of mental health challenges, and those from LGBT+, disabled, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. You don’t need any specific skills - what matters most is your willingness to help and your enthusiasm to learn. We’re looking for people who are:
- Caring and compassionate
- Positive and motivated
- Reliable and committed
- Collaborative and good at communicating
- Open to learning and growing with us
Even if you don’t feel you match all these qualities perfectly, that’s okay! We’ll provide all the training and support you need to feel confident in your role.
Volunteer benefits:
- Learn new skills and gain experience in the mental health field.
- Be part of a supportive, friendly team.
- Receive induction and ongoing training, including free eLearning.
- Make a meaningful difference in your community.
- Have your travel expenses reimbursed and enjoy discounts on event tickets.
About MindWell
MindWell is the go-to online resource for adult mental health and wellbeing support in Leeds.
The website provides clear, practical, and reliable information to promote understanding, normalise self-care, remove barriers and help people find the support that’s right for them. Join us in creating a caring and mentally healthy Leeds.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Help us to identify and contact key locations around the city to display MindWell materials.
- Help to distribute and display MindWell promotional materials at key locations.
- Help people with ordering more MindWell materials if required.
- Build relationships with community organisations and key contacts.
- Encourage people to sign up to the MindWell newsletter.
- Gather feedback whilst you’re out and about.
- Represent MindWell and act as our ambassador.
To apply, simply download and fill out our Expression of Interest form and email it to us.
You’ll hear back from us within 10 working days, and we may invite you for an informal chat to learn more about you and the opportunity. If no positions are currently available, we can, with your permission, keep your application on file and reach out when new volunteering opportunities arise.
We’re on a mission to make it easier for people in Leeds to connect with local mental health support, especially those who might face barriers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Royal Star & Garter was founded in 1916 to care for the severely injured young men returning from the battlegrounds of the First World War. Today, we provide an outstanding range of quality care and therapies to veterans and their partners living with disability or dementia.
We are a vibrant charity and regulated care provider. We operate three high quality Homes in Solihull, Surbiton & High Wycombe, where we deliver specialist nursing care and award-winning dementia care, together with a varied and engaging programme of activities, which enable residents to remain independent and enjoy life to the full. We have been at the vanguard of social care for more than a century. We are focused on meeting the needs of veterans today and of generations to come.
We are looking for a new Chair of Governors to replace our current Chair who is due to retire in winter 2025. Our Board of Governors (trustees) is critical to the overall operation of the charity providing oversight, governance and leadership in the pursuit of strategies to fulfil our charitable purposes.
The Board and Executive are all passionate about the charity and committed to creating a positive future. Our new Chair will lead the charity into the next phase as we expand and diversify our services. For the right person this is an immensely rewarding opportunity offering an intellectually stimulating, strategic voluntary role.
More information can be found on our website.
Royal Star & Garter is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity, and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person that they are. We warmly encourage applications from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences, including those with lived experience of working in or around the armed forces.
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Join us and help us transform lives and communities together!
Greater Together Manchester (GTM) is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity, working across Greater Manchester to support communities to tackle deprivation and transform the lives of vulnerable people.
This is an exciting time for GTM as we look at our strategy post-pandemic, and how we can expand the remit of our work to better achieve our charitable aims.
The current aims of the charity include:
- To kick-start, grow and support social action/community outreach projects and initiatives by equipping local churches, groups, individuals and communities with the skills and confidence to make a real difference to the lives of the most vulnerable people in their local area.
- To connect projects, people, and organisations together to help them to share best practice, resources, and ideas.
- To work together with multi-agency partners to influence local, regional, and national policy and strategy.
- To provide training and information to individuals and organisations to help equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to support and sign post vulnerable people more effectively.
As a trustee with HR expertise, you will take the lead at board level, whilst ensuring that the collective responsibility of the Board of Trustees for the management, support, and development of GTM’s staff is maintained.
This is an unpaid, voluntary role, but presents a great opportunity for personal and career development. Trustees are able to claim out of pocket expenses in accordance with GTM’s expenses policy.
The role would suit a range of people, from young professionals looking to broaden their leadership credentials, to senior or retired professionals looking to give something back to their local communities.
The statutory duties of all trustees are:
- To ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
- To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations, and that the organisation complies with all relevant reporting requirements.
- To act in the best interest of the organisation at all times, acting with reasonable care and skill.
- To ensure that the organisation manages its resources responsibly and that its assets are only used to support or carry out its objects.
Main Responsibilities of Trustee (HR Lead)
To advise the Board of Trustees on matters relating to HR:
- To grow, maintain and develop staff throughout the organisation.
- To oversee the development of relevant HR policies and procedures.
- To advise on and help improve the management of HR.
- To ensure that the Board of Trustees properly remunerates staff, reviewing and rewarding performance and development opportunities.
To work with the Chief Executive Officer:
- To ensure that the HR functions of the organisation are conducted within legal requirements and best practice.
- To review the current HR arrangements and provide guidance on HR strategy and both short term and long-term direction.
- To take a leadership role in relation to GTM’s policy and procedures, ensuring they are reviewed in a timely manner and in response to any legislation changes.
- To support the CEO and other managers with any reoccurring staffing issues.
Person Specification
Essential for the HR Lead:
- Recent experience in an HR role, ideally at a senior level, with a track record of success at an operational and strategic level.
- An understanding of the UK charity sector, good governance, and statutory requirements relating to companies and charities.
- A thorough understanding of HR policy and practice.
- Experience of performance management and HR/employment law
- Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of current developments in HR, staff and development training and recruitment.
- An understanding of the role played by volunteers in our projects and services.
Essential for all Trustees:
- Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trustees.
- Enthusiasm and belief in our vision and mission.
- Commitment to the charity’s objects, aims and values, and a willingness to devote time to carry out responsibilities.
- Strategic, forward-looking and the ability to think creatively in relation to the aims of the charity.
- Good, independent judgement and the ability to act in the best interests of the charity.
- Ability to work at a strategic level whilst understanding the detail and complexities of delivery.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Respect for the importance of confidentiality.
- The ability to balance tact and diplomacy with the willingness to challenge and constructively criticise.
Desirable for Trustees
- Personal experience of poverty, or experience of working with people experiencing poverty.
- Prior experience of being a charity trustee.
- Knowledge of the type of work undertaken by the organisation.
- A wider involvement/interest in the VCSE sector.
- A knowledge and understanding of the Church of England and/or the Diocese of Manchester.
Time Commitment and Location
Trustee meetings take place four times per year, normally at GTM’s offices in central Bury.
You will also be expected to commit to approximately 1-2 hours to prepare and/or read through papers prior to each meeting (papers are distributed one week in advance of meetings).
You will also be expected to commit to some work in between meetings, although the timings of this work can vary throughout the year and be flexible.
The Board is occasionally called upon for advice or to update on ongoing matters, or to make more urgent decisions by email.
There may also be a requirement to meet with staff to discuss HR matters outside of these meetings and to act in an ambassadorial role for GTM at other meetings and events.
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Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Upbeat Communities achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity, and they also ensure we have a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the leadership team to enable Upbeat Communities to grow and thrive, and through this, empower refugees to thrive.
Through regular meetings, strategy days and written reports provided to the board, trustees are able to set the direction of the organisation, develop its strategic objectives and support and keep the staff team accountable in delivering on these
strategic goals.
Trustee meetings are currently held every 2 months either in person in Derby or online (hybrid). We have an annual strategy away day and trustees are also invited to be part of our sub-committees. Trustees are requested to be available to attend occasional ‘unscheduled’ meetings or engage in email communications which address urgent business as it arises, join working groups when needed and spend time preparing for meetings by reading and considering the papers circulated before meetings.
Benefits of Being a Trustee
We believe being a trustee of Upbeat Communities offers a number of fantastic
benefits:
- Strategic decision-making that positively impacts the lives of over a thousand
- asylum seekers and refugees every year
- Supporting an innovative, talented and passionate staff team as they develop
- our work and explore new services and ways of working
- Being part of a committed and focused trustee team working to see the charity
- grow
- Using your skills, experience and passion to contribute to an effective and wellfunctioning
- board
- Opportunities to learn new skills and experiences to contribute to your own
- personal development
Duties
Any individual acting as a trustee for Upbeat Communities would be required to
carry out the following:
- Promote the vision, mission and values of the charity
- Ensure Upbeat Communities and its representatives function within all legal and
- regulatory requirements applicable, and in line with its constitution, continually
- striving for best practice in governance
- Determine the overall direction and development of Upbeat Communities
- through good governance and clear strategic planning
- Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their
- implementation
- Oversee Upbeat Communities’ financial plans and budgets and monitor and
- evaluate progress
- Review and approve the charity’s financial statements
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively
- Provide support and challenge to Upbeat Communities’ Chief Executive in the
- exercise of their delegated authority and affairs
- Contribute to regular reviews of Upbeat Communities’ own governance.
- Attend Board meetings, and be adequately prepared to contribute to
- discussions.
- Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and
- protect the charity’s interests, avoiding any personal conflict of interests
- Take appropriate professional advice in all matters where there may be a
- material risk to the charity
- Maintain confidentiality about all aspects of the trustee’s business
Finance Specific Duties
- Lead on the strategic financial management of the charity at board level
- Liaise with our outsourced finance team (including our Finance Director)
- Chair the finance sub-committee (which meets 6 times per year ahead of every
- board meeting)
- Maintain a clear grasp of the charity’s financial position and ensure full and
- timely financial transparency and information disclosure to the board
- Support the board of trustees in financial decision making processes
- Review and approve annual budgets
- Advise on banking and investments
- Take an active role in the financial audit process
- Contribute to the financial management of our trading subsidiary (Upbeat
- Enterprises Limited)
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Fundraising Coordinator
Working to support disadvantaged young people or trekking the Inca Trail? Why not do both?!
Get the best of both worlds for a volunteering opportunity where you give your skills, rather than your money.
Are you looking for a break from 9-5? Or are you looking to do a year abroad as part of your studies, or even before you start your studies, in an exciting and challenging environment? When volunteering with LAFF your skills will be put to good use and you will have the opportunity to work directly with beneficiaries, gain valuable field experience and increase awareness of international development issues. Based in beautiful Peru, on the doorstep of Machu Picchu, this is also a great chance to improve your Spanish fluency.
Location: Cusco
Employment Type: Full-time unpaid volunteering positions of minimum 7 hours per day are preferable, though applications for part time roles are also considered.
Leave: 2 days per month
Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
LAFF sees fundraising as a way to create long term relationships with donors; as the fundraising coordinator, you will play a vital part in this, working with the communications team to consider the full donor-cycle, from first approach to long term updates about LAFF’s work and our beneficiaries.
You will focus on increasing funds from Trusts and Foundations, companies, schools and universities in order to financially support LAFF’s programs. The fundraising strategy consists of identifying fundraising opportunities; applying to grants, writing proposals to trusts, foundations and businesses; and engaging with different audiences e.g. schools and universities.
Your independent research skills and innovation will find new opportunities to build LAFF’s corporate partner network and your understanding of LAFF’s individual donor audience will develop our strategy for increasing regular monthly donors. Your success in this position will rely on your understanding of the socio-economic problems in Peru that affect LAFF’s beneficiaries and your ability to effectively communicate the importance of LAFF’s work and progress.
Objectives of this Role
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Fundraising Coordinator will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
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Plan, develop and carry out LAFF’s fundraising activities including grant writing
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Research potential funding opportunities and draft proposals with the participation of other LAFF team members depending on the program area
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Work with the communications team to ensure that all current donors are recognized for their support and well-informed of progress on the ground through timely and relevant reports/updates
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Support the Events and Campaigns Coordinator to launch campaigns encouraging fundraising activities for LAFF’s supporters
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Maintain and update LAFF’s fundraising strategy
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Ensure that fundraising practices reflect the priorities, mission and vision of LAFF
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Network and forge links with relevant stakeholders and organizations (including current and potential donors, companies, trusts, foundations, universities, schools and other supporters) to ensure continued support for existing and new initiatives and the engagement of our supporters in all fundraising activities
Skills and Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in a related field (Communications, Languages, International Relations) or currently enrolled
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6 months volunteer or work experience in fundraising is highly desirable
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Proficiency in written and spoken English required
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Intermediate or advanced Spanish skills desirable
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
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Interest in acquiring international development and fundraising strategy experience
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Highly organized, flexible, independent, culturally sensitive and detail oriented with the ability to multitask
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Good knowledge of MS Office
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Experience with CRM software is highly desirable
Personal Qualities
We are looking for a motivated individual who is able to work individually and as part of a team. Fundraising at LAFF is at an exciting moment, in which we are developing our network of supporters with corporations and individuals. The right candidate will be organized and professional, working with the support of an experienced team. We are looking for someone who believes in LAFF’s mission and will use their personal drive to further our existing fundraising efforts and help to strategize and deliver new ones.
About Latin American Foundation for the Future
The Latin American foundation for the Future (LAFF) is a UK-based charity supporting marginalised children and young people in Peru. We work through local partner organisations in Cusco and support activities and projects in the areas of formal education; vocational skills and personal development; sustainability, including income generation, cost reduction and capacity building. We strive to empower our beneficiaries enabling them to become independent and sustainable.
To apply:
Complete and submit a response to our volunteer application form and highlight ‘Fundraising’ as your area under the ‘Coordinator Positions’ section.
Please note this position is unpaid. Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.
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About The Mare and Foal Sanctuary
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary rescues horses and ponies that have been abandoned, neglected, or abused, ensuring that horses and ponies have a sanctuary for life. Founded on the principles that horses and ponies, as sentient beings and long-standing companions to humans, have intrinsic value and purpose, the charity believes they deserve kindness and care. Since being founded by Rosemary Kind in 1988, the charity has rescued 1,075 horses and ponies.
With a current annual income of circa £7m, the Sanctuary relies entirely on donations and legacy gifts to sustain its work and has a loyal supporter base of individuals and organisations, as well as a passionate and talented team of 130 employees and 87 volunteers. The charity's objectives include rescuing and providing care for horses and ponies in need, advancing public education on equine welfare, and offering equine-assisted learning and therapeutic activities to enhance the lives of children, young people, and adults with various difficulties.
Rescuing and providing care
The charity's rescue and lifelong care are focused in the Southwest of England, and as part of the National Equine Welfare Council, the Sanctuary collaborates locally and nationally with the RSPCA and other equine welfare charities. The charity's four peaceful sanctuaries in Devon provide expert care for around 150 horses and ponies with specific needs, while a network of knowledgeable "Sanctuary at Home" carers looks after approximately 430 horses and ponies.
Advancing public education
Support and education to equine-owning communities are provided through the Welfare Outreach and Advice team, offering non-judgemental advice and formal welfare interventions when necessary. The Sanctuary educates people on the physical, psychological, and social needs of horses and ponies based on current veterinary and equine science.
Equine-assisted learning
Human-equine interaction is offered through equine-assisted learning, equine-assisted wellbeing, and equine-assisted activities with rescued horses and ponies. Participants relate to the horses' and ponies' life stories, bringing hope and a renewed sense of meaning and direction to their lives. The organisation is fully inclusive, offering both a person-centred and equine-centred approach.
Role specification
The Board of Trustees is collectively responsible for ensuring that the charity delivers its purpose, and together hold the charity ‘in trust’ for current and future beneficiaries, in particular to:
- Ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission, and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these
- Be responsible for the performance of the charity and its culture
- Ensure that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
- Act as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment, and proper application
- Ensure that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard
Person specification
Having conducted a skills analysis of the existing Board, the charity is seeking passionate trustees with the following specialist areas of expertise to join the Board:
- Financial expertise (to also sit as Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee)
- HR expertise (to also sit as Chair of the People and Culture Committee)
- Equine expertise
The charity would welcome hearing from you if you:
- Have skills and proven expertise in one of the above areas, either in the charity, private or government sectors
- Are passionate about horses & ponies and their unique bond with people
- Want to develop your strategic skills and gain valuable experience at board level
- Have good communication skills and would enjoy working as part of a collaborative Trustee team
The charity is committed to developing a diverse board and wish to recruit trustees from a wide range of backgrounds including young people, people from minority and ethnic communities, people with disabilities and people who have lived experience of the difference that horses and ponies or outdoor learning can make to other people’s lives. It believes that different perspectives and the richness of its people's experience will help drive its growth. First time board members are particularly encouraged to apply.
Terms of Appointment
This is a voluntary role with no renumeration. However, reasonable expenses are reimbursed for any travel associated with attending Board meetings and Trustee development sessions. The charity can also arrange to pay travel expenses in advance, including booking and paying for your train travel and any overnight accommodation if required.
Board meetings are held quarterly, typically at the sanctuary's office at Honeysuckle Farm in Newton Abbot, Devon, or occasionally at other sanctuary sites. These meetings often include a Trustees' dinner the evening prior to the Board meeting to facilitate team building and informal discussions. Additionally, Trustees may receive invitations to attend various events at the sanctuary's other locations throughout Devon and Cornwall during the year. Committee meetings are held remotely, with each committee meeting twice per year. All trustees will be expected to sit on one committee.
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Becoming a Trustee for Herts Musical Memories
Herts Musical Memories are celebrating there 8th Year of becoming a charity and we are now at last, beginning to recover from the Pandemic. We urgently need to expand our board to ensure that the charity continues to grow – the following provides some background to our work and lays out what it means to become a trustee.
Herts Musical Memories purposes are:
• To facilitate structured group sessions designed around the principles of music therapy and group singing for people with dementia and their carers.
Herts Musical Memories objectives are:
• To provide activities for people with dementia and their carers that help stimulate memories
• To provide activities that incorporate social interaction and peer support for people with dementia and their carers
• To reduce feelings of isolation for families coping with dementia and to provide access to artistic and social stimulation
What Herts Musical Memories values are:
Health, wellbeing and equality will be at the core of all Herts Musical Memories activities relating to service users, staff and volunteers and the wider public.
In relation to our service users Herts Musical Memories will actively promote equality for people with dementia. To free them from fear and isolation and to use our services to demonstrate to the wider public that people with dementia still have a place in society and should be treated with dignity and respect.
The Singing Sessions:
‘Thank you for Bringing the sunshine into my Mum’s week.’ Carer
Herts Musical Memories provides stimulating social activities involving music, seated movement and singing for people with dementia and their carers. The charity runs 9 groups in 4 weekly blocks across Hertfordshire with an admin and song preparation session every 5th week. There is an average of 25 people per session with sometimes over 30 people attending. The sessions last 90 minutes with time set aside for socialising and light refreshments.
Most of the participants are dealing with the impact of an early diagnosis and are usually accompanied by a family member, usually a spouse. People who live alone often come with a professional carer.
Sessions are held at fixed dates and times in community centres or church halls. The venues are chosen carefully for ease of access, to be on regular bus routes, good parking and for having good facilities. This does mean that, sometimes the venue can be expensive, but the venue plays an important part in making the sessions a positive experience.
The sessions are structured to include a range of activities that are repeated each week providing the service users with a routine that becomes familiar with regular attendance. Songs are chosen from popular music from the 1950s going up to the 1970s. The sessions will include; songs that require movement, singing rounds where people get a chance to sing in harmony, rhythm exercises using percussion instruments and exercises in dexterity using bean bags.
The service users are taught new songs – incredibly due to the way the human brain remembers music, people with dementia can cope with this and actively enjoy learning new things – this increases their confidence and boosts their self-esteem.
The sessions are delivered by a professional group leader with the support of volunteers.
Finances:
Herts Musical Memories has no formal funding – we raise a contribution through fees which are £6 per session, we raise up to £10,000 per year through events held on our behalf another £5,000 through donations and the rest we have to fundraise for. To run the charity effectively we need to raise just over £10,000 per group. To help us achieve this we have developed a 5 year fundraising strategy. Our goals are to achieve enough funding to recruit a part time administrator, create a reserve of 6 months running costs ensuring a sustainable future.
‘I’d like to thank you, you make me feel so happy’ - guest
What Does it Involve to Become a Trustee
Trustees share formal responsibility for the charity and must act in its best interests, regardless of how they're elected or appointed. Some trustees may take on specific roles on the board, such as chair, vice-chair, secretary and treasurer.
Herts Musical Memories meets 4 times per year mainly on Zoom but with some face to face in West Hertfordshire. If a trustee has particular expertise in finance, fundraising, HR we do occasionally hold one on one sub meetings with the CEO. No experience is necessary as there is plenty of training available – it is a commitment but it is a rewarding commitment. Becoming a trustee is about taking on a position where you can make a real difference to the people who live in your local community.
Top five traits of a good trustee
· A good trustee is ready for a challenge – running a small charity is always a challenge and supporting the CEO in facing those challenges is a vital role of a trustee. Whether it be support, advice or helping to access the necessary expertise that can support the charities development
· They are open and listen to many voices – there are many people prepared to offer advice and many voices to be heard, from the team running the charity to the beneficiaries. Listening and understanding enables a trustee to offer advice and help the charity seek solutions that will improve and enable it to reach its goals.
· Trustees are team players – running a charity is a team effort which is relevant from the Board through to the beneficiaries by working together as a team a charity is more likely to prosper and grow.
· Trustees have expert knowledge – this expert knowledge can be in training, marketing, fundraising, HR, Law or it could be in a first hand knowledge of the charities services and the impact it has on families and the ability to use that understanding to enhance the charities service for people living with dementia.
· They exercise good judgement and care – this is essential, working with vulnerable adults comes with a lot of responsibility. We need to be sure we work within the parameters of Charity Commission’s guidelines to ensure good practice which protects all involved from the trustees, staff and beneficiaries.
A good trustee also knows what they are doing within the framework of their role. At a basic level, they should understand and know how to act as described by The Charity Commission. The regulator’s ‘The essential trustee’ guidance sets out six main duties:
· Ensuring that the charity is working for the benefit of the public
· Compliance with the law
· Acting in the best interests of the charity
· Ensuring accountability
· Financial responsibility
· Acting with reasonable care and skill
It may seem overwhelming to become a trustee but it is, as mentioned so rewarding and the satisfaction, that as a trustee you are truly making a positive difference to people lives.
Please note Herts Musical Memories is based in Bushey, Hertfordshire (Hence why this is the position location listed), however meetings with trustees are typically held in locations within West Hertfordshire or remotely via Zoom.