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Art History Link-Up is looking for a new Secretary Trustee to join the Board.
Our small Board currently comprises ten dedicated individuals, between them holding broad experience across several sectors and disciplines.
We are seeking to boost particular skills on the Board and are particularly keen to appoint a candidate with the skills below:
Secretary
- An individual with a legal background, or with sound knowledge of the area who can take the lead on compliance issues relating to constitutional, legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills
The Board of Trustees has responsibility for:
- Providing strategic oversight and leadership, ensuring that Art History Link-Up pursues its stated objectives.
- Ensuring effective and efficient administration of the charity, including approving the budget, defining goals and targets, evaluating performance, and taking appropriate action to manage risk.
- Taking a limited but hands-on role to support the delivery of certain elements of the charity’s work (e.g. marketing, accounting, recruitment).
- Ensure resources are used effectively to ensure the overall financial sustainability of the charity in future years.
- Contributing to and safeguarding the reputation and values of the charity and our partners, being an excellent advocate for Art History Link-Up and the young people we work with.
- Supporting our employees, freelancers and volunteers to help them contribute positively and professionally to the development of the Charity and its programme.
- Ensuring that Art History Link-Up operates in accordance with the principles of good governance, complying with its Articles of Association, its safeguarding and recruitment policies, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
Successful candidates will be strong team players with a range of professional skills and personal qualities. You should share our determination to make the study and enjoyment of art history accessible to as many young people as possible.
Application
To apply, please provide:
A CV of no more than two sides of A4; this should provide details of your educational background, employment history, directorships and trusteeships, membership of professional bodies and details of any publications or awards and a supporting covering letter of not more than two sides of A4, setting out how you meet the criteria – please make sure you refer to the trustee responsibilities and person specification above.
Successful applicants will be invited to an interview with a member(s) of the Board at a mutually convenient time.
Our policies including our Recruitment, Volunteer, and Diversity Policies, are available to view on our website.
Deadline for applications 31st August 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Opportunity to join Heard’s Board of Trustees
Would you relish the opportunity to learn how storytelling can drive long-term change in areas including poverty, climate change, trans rights, migration, sexual violence & domestic abuse? We're looking for trustees with legal or HR expertise to help us create impact across all these issues and more. We are looking for candidates who are excited by the opportunity to work with a small and innovative charity and who share our passion for the work. You’d be joining an already incredibly engaged board of a growing organisation.
Role: Trustee, in particular trustees with a legal or HR background.
Remuneration: This is an unpaid role, reasonable out of pocket expenses will be covered.
Duration: Trustees stand for terms of three years, with the chance to be re-elected for a further two consecutive terms of three years.
Time commitment: We estimate the equivalent of 5 hours’ time commitment per quarter. The full Board meets once each quarter for an average of 2 hours.
Location: London, although the majority of our board meetings are hybrid meetings with options to join remotely.
Start: ASAP
What does the role of Trustee look like?
The role of Trustee is a rewarding, engaging, decision making one where you get to make a real difference, using your skills and experience to help our charity create as much impact as we can.
You will join a dedicated board of trustees who are ultimately responsible for the governance and finances of the charity, working together to make sure that the charity’s resources are used effectively to achieve its aims.
Board meetings allow the trustees to come together to fulfill their legal obligations, as stated in the Memorandum and Articles of Association. We don’t expect you to necessarily be familiar with the ins and outs of these obligations - we will provide you with support and training to navigate your responsibilities. The CEO and Executive Team are responsible for updating and providing the necessary information to the trustees to enable them to make their decisions.
Trustees are not expected to be experts in every aspect of the running of Heard, this is why we have dedicated employees to provide information to the trustees and specialist trustees such as our treasurer who has the financial expertise to guide the trustees when it comes to the accounts.
Our trustees also have the opportunity to sit on sub-committees depending on their areas of interest. Our sub-committees are currently Social Affairs, Finance and Human Resources.
About Heard:
Heard is a charity working with people and the media to inspire content and communication that changes hearts and minds.
We all know that being heard matters. On a fundamental level, good communication means being heard and feeling heard. And good communication is transformative. It can shift perspectives, and move conversations – and society – forward.
Therefore, in a world that can feel loud, divided and awash with misunderstanding, our work is making sure we can hear each other.
It’s about finding common ground on big, important issues. Connecting people. Growing understanding. Check out our core programmes focussed on issues such as climate change, poverty, domestic abuse, transgender experiences, migration and children’s palliative care.
Our name also reflects how we centre and support people whose stories need to be heard at scale. You can read more about what we do at Heard on our website.
Nina (current Co-chair) says “I know how challenging it can be to make a reality of narrative change, and I find it immensely rewarding to be a small part of Heard’s impactful storytelling work”.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background or age. We are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; people with disabilities (visible and invisible, mental and physical); people who identify as being LGBTQ; and people who identify as working-class or have done so in the past.
Why us?
Joining Heard’s board is an opportunity to:
- Heard fully onboard their trustees in a way that allows them to get an in depth understanding of the work Heard does.
- Use your knowledge and skills to increase the impact of a charity that is committed to long term narrative change for society’s most pressing issues.
- Work with creative, forward-thinking and friendly people in an atmosphere of mutual support and learning.
- Meet like minded people, increase your own network, and get to witness our work with senior media professionals and campaigners in person.
- Play a crucial part in enabling a small innovative charity to grow strategically and sustainably.
General responsibilities of trustees:
- An understanding of and commitment to the values of Heard, and its vision and mission statements.
- Ensure the operational plan and budget reflect the agreed strategic direction and are appropriate.
- To hold the Chief Executive accountable for the achievement of agreed targets and provide them with regular, constructive feedback on both management and overall achievement.
- Support the CEO when requested, sharing expertise, as a member of a working group or in other appropriate ways.
- Agree the charity’s policies and ensure they will assist in the achievement of the strategic and operational plans.
- Ensure the charity has satisfactory financial control systems and procedures in place, and to review the level of risk annually.
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship and to reflect annually on the Board’s performance and your own performance as a Trustee.
- Attend quarterly Board meetings, read relevant papers and be prepared to make a contribution, working with fellow Board members as a team.
- Safeguard Heard’s reputation, and other intangible assets. Be prepared to act as a spokesperson for Heard, attending events as an ambassador for Heard, to network and promote the work of the organisation.
- Assist with fundraising by speaking, networking and otherwise seeking business development opportunities in conjunction with the CEO.
Personal specifications:
- Enthusiasm, energy and time to commit to this role.
- Practical experience of engaging with strategy and of helping to develop and grow an organisation.
- An understanding of and commitment to the values of Heard, and its vision and mission statements.
- Influencing skills to bring ideas and opinions to staff, stakeholders and fellow trustees.
- Ability to analyse risks and opportunities and take a balanced approach to both.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- A strong communicator, a team player, a collaborator.
- Sound, independent judgment and ability to think creatively.
Desirable:
We are particularly interested in trustees with HR or legal experience.
- Prior experience as a Trustee, including understanding of governance, best practice and the legal and regulatory environment in which charities operate.
- Record of supporting a charity/non-profit organisation, demonstrable understanding of the challenges faced by small charities upscaling their work in the current climate.
- Bringing an established network of contacts who may support our fundraising work.
- Guide and advise other board trustees on the legal requirements for and implications of the charity’s strategic plans
- Experience of performance management, HR/employment law issues and implementing them contextually
- Able to demonstrate a good understanding of current developments in HR, staff and development training and recruitment
How to apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter, explaining why you are interested in this position.
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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Age UK Richmond upon Thames is a local independent charity supporting older people, carers and family members in Richmond upon Thames. We are committed to our mission to provide support to help local older people to live healthier happier and more independent lives.
Age UK Richmond upon Thames are a local partner of the national charity Age UK. This means we operate as an independent charity – responsible for raising our own funds and providing services to meet local need in Richmond upon Thames.
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a new Chair of Trustees to join our charity. Our current Chair is due to leave later this year.
Our wide range of highly valued and well utilised services currently include:
· Information & Advice, including support to claim welfare benefits and other financial support.
· Social & wellbeing groups, activities and centres.
· Leadership of the Community Independent Living Service (CILS) Partnership – working with 19 other voluntary sector groups.
· ‘Connect To Tech’ digital skills support.
· Leadership of Dementia Friendly Richmond, working in partnership to make the borough more dementia inclusive.
· Mental Health Peer Support.
· ‘Nightingale’ hospital discharge service.
· Handyperson & gardening.
· Housekeeping.
Our Chief Executive leads a team of around 50 committed staff, supported by around 100 volunteers. We support around 4,000 local older people every year.
Our income is currently around £2.3m a year. However, this includes a local authority contract we manage under which a significant portion is passed to other local charities we work in partnership with. Funding comes from a range of sources including local authority & NHS contracts; grant funders; chargeable services; donations and legacies.
Our board is currently made up of nine trustees, led by the Chair – all bringing different skills and views.
It is an interesting time to be joining us. We are working on developing our ambitious new Strategic Plan for April 2025 onwards – and we are keen to ensure we are responsive to the changing needs of existing and new generations of older people. Rising costs and a more challenging income generation environment is starting to put more pressure on our finances although our current position is relatively stable – and we will need to think about how we adapt. We are also keen to strengthen our local partnerships and further the support for those with dementia and carers.
Our website gives further information about the charity.
We are looking for a dynamic Chair who is committed to improving the lives of vulnerable and isolated older people across Richmond upon Thames. Running a healthy and successful charity requires a strong Board that offers leadership and challenge in a collegiate and positive way and has our beneficiaries at the core of everything they do.
The role of the Chair
The Chair of Trustees leads the board, ensuring that it governs Age UK Richmond effectively, in service of the charity’s vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity.
This is a voluntary unpaid role. Expenses can be reimbursed.
In addition to all the duties of a trustee, the Chair’s role includes:
· Providing leadership to the board and ensuring that trustees fulfil their responsibilities for the proper governance of the charity.
· Ensuring the board sets a mission, vision, strategy and has the right policies to act in line with its Articles of Association and relevant legislation and that the Board monitors performance, spend and risk.
· Ensuring that the board as a whole works in partnership with executive staff.
· Ensuring good governance, with a systematic, open and fair procedure for the recruitment of trustees, with appropriate induction information and training.
· Ensuring the proper and efficient conduct of board meetings by; chairing trustee meetings effectively, seeking consensus, encouraging participation, taking an active role in ensuring that board agendas are meaningful and reflect the key responsibilities of trustees and that trustees receive timely and accurate information in order to allow the board to discharge its responsibilities.
· Regular meetings with the Chief Executive, to provide support and review performance.
· Ensuring the Chief Executive provides an effective link between the board and staff.
· Attending events and forums when needed to help raise awareness of the charity and its work and support fundraising initiatives.
· Stakeholder engagement locally, and more occasionally regionally / nationally.
The Commitment
The Board of Trustees meet quarterly in person. Board members are asked to commit time to read papers, and to share expertise when needed. Board members are also expected to sit on at least one of two committees that also meet quarterly – Finance & General Purposes and Fundraising & Service Development. The Chair is an ex officio member of both committees.
The Chair will also hold regular meetings with the Chief Executive. The role will also involve representing the organisation at events and attending occasional regional or national Age UK meetings.
Terms of Office
Trustees are appointed for an initial term of two years. Two further terms of three years can follow, up to a maximum of 8 years.
What we are looking for
● Experience of being on a board. You do not need to have been a Chair before however.
● Good understanding of governance and the duties of trusteeship.
● Senior level Health & Social Care and / or voluntary sector background.
● Experience of working with older people desirable.
● A keen sense of strategic purpose.
● An inclusive leadership style - able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.
● The ability to listen and engage effectively. You are comfortable with challenge and debate and are able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment.
● Excellent communication skills.
Please click to apply to be taken to our website for full information and how to apply.
Provide support to help local older people to live healthier, happier and more independent lives.
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Oxfordshire Youth
Oxfordshire Youth is a boundary-breaking youth development charity, passionate about creating a future for and with young people that gives them the best possible opportunity to realise their potential. Oxfordshire Youth supports the youth sector across the county, working with grassroots leaders; it delivers innovative youth leadership programmes; and it provides a transformational supported accommodation service for young people. In everything it does, OY aims to meet the needs and aspirations of young people. All the charity’s work is grounded in best practice safeguarding and youth work principles and practice.
Charity Trustees
The Charities Act 1993 defined charity trustees as those responsible under the charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity. This is the case regardless of the terminology used to describe the role. The trustee board at Oxfordshire Youth usually comprises up to twelve trustees, although there is no formal limit on the number of trustees, including the following roles:
● the Chair of the Board of Trustees
● the Deputy Chair and CEO Line-Manager
● the Treasurer and Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Sub-Committee
● the Safeguarding Lead and Chair of the Safeguarding,Quality and Impact Sub-Committee the People and Development Lead and Staff Liaison Trustee
The Role of the Board
At its most fundamental the role of the trustee board is to receive assets from donors, safeguard them and apply them to the charitable purposes of Oxfordshire Youth. The trustee board must always act in the best interests of Oxfordshire Youth, exercising the same standard of duty of care that a prudent person would apply if looking after the affairs of someone for whom they have responsibility. Trustees are ultimately and legally responsible for everything Oxfordshire Youth does. Trustees fulfil this responsibility by agreeing the strategy, agreeing organisational policies and implementing appropriate monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure and evidence compliance. Trustees appoint the CEO and, on recommendation by the CEO, appoint the Senior Leadership Team to manage all operational matters and the operational team in line with the approved strategy, policies and control mechanisms.
Duties of a Trustee
The statutory duties of a trustee are:
● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth complies with its Articles of Association, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations
● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association
● Ensure Oxfordshire Youth applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. For example, it must not spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be
● Contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving firm strategic direction to Oxfordshire Youth, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
● Safeguard the good name and values of Oxfordshire Youth
● Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organization
● Ensure the financial stability of Oxfordshire Youth
● Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation’s funds
● Appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor performance
In addition to the statutory duties listed above, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, identifying key issues, asking difficult questions and providing advice and guidance on new initiatives. Trustees must ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.
Treasurer Role Purpose
To provide high level oversight of the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
Key Responsibilities
● Attend bi-monthly Trustee meetings; chair bi-monthly Finance. Audit and Risk (FAR) Sub-committee meetings and report to the Board on financial matters. The first point of contact on the Board for any matters relating to Finance.
● Work with the Head of Finance, CEO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and other Trustees to ensure the financial viability of the organisation.
● Support fellow Trustees to be aware of their financial obligations and take a lead in interpreting financial data to them.
● To have oversight of accounting policies, procedures, processes and record keeping including advising on best practice.
● Appraising the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies.
● Sign off annually on the organisation budget and annual accounts.
● Lead on appointing auditors
● Work with Finance Lead, EO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and trustees to set the financial strategy for the organisation.
Time Commitment
Trustees are expected to attend an induction session at Oxfordshire Youth prior to their first board meeting. Trustees are expected to attend the six annual board meetings, five of which last approximately three hours (typically 6-9pm). One meeting is an annual strategic planning board away-day or residential held each year. Papers, proposals and reports are distributed one week in advance of meetings. The Treasurer will also Chair the FAR sub-committee sub-committee which means 6 times a year for 2 hours.
Trustee Role Boundaries
Trustees in a decision-making capacity:
● As a board of trustees
● As a sub-committee
● Chair - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings with quorum of three, where necessary
● CEO Line Manager - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings where necessary
Trustee roles outside of the above decision-making capacity:
Advisory role (i.e. offering advice in an area of expertise). In this capacity the Trustee is acting as Trustee but, as noted above, does not have decision-making capacity in their own right.
Volunteer role (i.e. participating in an operational working group). Here the Trustee is subject to the decision-making of the operational team-member who is in a position of authority. As a volunteer the Trustee is at liberty to withdraw.
Observer role (i.e. attending an OY workshop for young people or observing OY work). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee but have no role beyond observing or information gathering for the purposes of strengthening their own understanding and / or board-level decision-making.
Champion role (i.e. spreading the message about the work of OY). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee, helping to build the profile of the work of OY, with no decision making, but with the view of creating a positive image and sign-posting people to OY.
Who we are looking for
As a Treasurer, you will have:
● Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising and finance practice relevant to voluntary and community organisations.
● Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (as necessary).
● Good financial analysis skills.
● Experience of advising others on financial matters, and being prepared to challenge
Each trustee should have:
● A commitment to the mission of Oxfordshire Youth
● A willingness to meet the minimum time requirement
● An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
● Strategic and forward-looking vision in relation to the charity’s objects and aims
● Independent judgement, political impartiality, an ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak their mind
● Good communication and interpersonal skills including a willingness to use tact and diplomacy to challenge and constructively criticise
● Integrity
Oxfordshire Youth (OY) recruits outstanding talent to ensure we provide outstanding programmes services to the young people of Oxfordshire and the organisations who serve them. We are committed to creating a team of people that make diversity and inclusion the normal. Oxfordshire Youth are actively seeking to recruit candidates from Global Ethnic Majority backgrounds, and from candidates who may consider themselves to have lived experiences in the areas in which they work.
Oxfordshire Youth offers Trustees robust training to support them to succeed in their role and to broaden their knowledge on the youth sector, and other relevant issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About We Are Family
We Are Family is an extraordinary peer support community for adopters and prospective adopters. We’re there for parents throughout their adoption journey. Online and in person, our parents’ groups, events, resources, podcasts and talks offer mutual support, information and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption. We currently operate across Greater London and the Home Counties, with ambitions to scale nationally over the coming years.
You can find out more about us here.
The Role
We are looking for new trustees to strengthen and enhance our board. The key responsibilities of the role include, governance, overseeing policy and direction, financial oversight and assisting with the leadership and general promotion of We Are Family to support the organisation’s Vision, Mission, Values and needs.
This is a voluntary opportunity with associated Trustee expenses - such as travel / childcare - covered by We Are Family. Trustees can be based anywhere in the UK.
Commitment
Trustee capacity to devote the time needed for the following is essential:
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4 Board meetings per year
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2 Board away days per year (on a Saturday)
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Membership of at least one sub-committee (which also meet 4 times a year)
We estimate 8-10 hours for the charity per month. The duration of membership for a new Board member is for three years in the first instance, with the possibility of appointment for a further three year term.
Skills and Experience
All applicants should be able to demonstrate the following:
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Be able to show high levels of professionalism and an ability to work collaboratively with others, including Trustees, our core team and the wider Volunteer network at We Are Family
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Be well-organised, with good written and verbal communication skills.
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Previous board/trustee experience is not necessary and we welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds. A thorough induction, and further trustee training as appropriate, can be provided.
We are particularly interested candidates with the following experience:
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Working as a professional with or in the adoption sector,
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Advocacy and/or research work;
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Finance/charity finance
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Leadership within a charity
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Education
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Legal.
Although many of our current trustees are adopters themselves, we are also keen to recruit suitably qualified people who are not, but who can demonstrate a commitment to the values and mission of We Are Family.
One of the great strengths of We Are Family is that we are volunteer and member driven, and we represent a diverse community of adoptive parents. We particularly welcome trustees from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds to ensure that the board can benefit from this diversity of experience. We would also welcome single adopters to the board.
To Apply
If the opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly growing charity appeals to you as someone able to make a valuable contribution, please get in touch!
Refer to our job ad for the Applications email address and email our team. If you would like an informal conversation about the opportunity, please let us know.
Please note that applications are received and reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore an early application is advised.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about putting the voice of disabled children and young people centre stage? Do you believe that disabled children and young people have the right to a fulfilling life?
Bexley Snap are seeking a Chair for our Trustee Board. In addition to the core responsibilities of all Trustees, the Chair is overall responsible for ensuring the Board works well together and supports the organisation to fulfil its purpose.Specifically, the Chair will:
- provide leadership to the Board of Trustees to ensure the Board gives firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
- chair meetings of the Board of Trustees effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process.
- ensure the Board is able to regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities and manage and mitigate the risks.
- ensure that trustees are fully engaged and that decisions are taken in the best, long-term interests of the Charity and that the Board takes collective ownership.
- monitor that decisions taken at meetings are implemented.
- appraise the performance of the Trustees and the Board on an annual basis.
- monitor the Director's performance through robust bi-monthly supervisions and appraisals.
- be the final point of decision making for any appeals for disciplinary/complaints escalated to Board level.
- ensure our operational business plan is utilised as a dynamic , current, working document, used to achieve our strategic objectives.
- foster, maintain and ensure constructive relatioships exist with and between the Trustees.
Relevant experience
Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with our mission to provide positive opportunities for disabled children and young people and their families in Bexley.
We are looking for someone who:
- has effective experience of leading a Board/management committee.
- has a high degree of emotional intelligence, showing empathy, tact and diplomacy to others with the ability to listen and engage positively.
- demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and bring people together.
- has a good undersanding of charity governance issues.
- has relevant experience as a parent, carer or professional.
- has a track record of commitment to promoting equality and diversity.
Bexley Snap's vision is to enable disabled children, young people and their families to lead full and fulfilling lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goals 4 Girls is a dynamic charity that leverages football as a powerful educational tool, empowering young women and girls from low-income communities to overcome barriers and excel in sports and education. Our programs focus on enhancing physical and mental well-being, improving school engagement, and supporting young women in making successful transitions into adulthood.
Goals 4 Girls (G4G) is thrilled to announce the search for a new Chair of the Board of Trustees. This is a pivotal moment for our charity as we continue to expand our impact, guided by our strategic vision to empower young women through sport & education. The Chair position is central to our governance & strategic direction, ensuring that we remain committed to our mission of breaking down barriers & fostering resilience & confidence among young women. We are eager to embark on this journey with a leader who is as passionate and dedicated to our cause as we are.
The Chair of the Board of Trustees will lead the strategic direction and governance of Goals 4 Girls, ensuring the charity achieves its mission of breaking down economic barriers within sports and education for girls. This role requires a leader who is not currently serving as a chair or trustee on another board, therefore able to dedicate and commit to Goals4Girls. The Chair will oversee the charity’s governance, strategic development, and financial management while embodying the values and passion for empowering young women and girls as well as complying with the Charity Commission and other regulatory bodies requirements.
This is an active role, where time will need to be invested regularly outside of meetings to support this small charity so would suit an individual who has the availability to fulfill this requirement. Please note that we unable to accept applications from individuals who already have trustee committments at another charity.
Application Process: Please view the full role specification document attached below for further information.
Interested candidates should email a CV & a one-page cover letter detailing their suitability & qualifications for the role.
Please note that this is a voluntary role and only expenses will be reimbursed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description
the3million is currently seeking up to five new non-executive directors to strengthen its dynamic board and support the work of this passionate organisation at the forefront of migrants’ rights in the UK.
Eight years after the Brexit referendum, we are navigating ongoing challenges affecting EU citizens’ communities. We are continuing to build power from the ground up, empowering people to get their voices heard. Your contribution will be crucial to making change happen.
These positions are voluntary and therefore unpaid.
About the3million
We are the leading organisation representing EU citizens in the UK. Our vision is a world where EU citizens can thrive, reach their potential and have an equal voice in UK society. Our work ranges from monitoring the implementation of the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement, advocating for the integration of EU citizens throughout all sections of society, informing people of their rights, and giving EU citizens a voice in British society to change the narrative on migration as a whole.
We are a grassroots and non-partisan organisation, working with a variety of stakeholders, from MPs to NGOs, legal advisors and the media on specific issues affecting migrants’ rights. We regularly engage with the Home Office and its monitoring bodies to advocate for change.
We were formed through the efforts of volunteers from many different backgrounds who came together in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit referendum in 2016. We hold on to that can-do, nimble spirit and informal, friendly and non-hierarchical collegiality.
the3million was incorporated as a limited by guarantee not-for-profit company with Companies House in November 2017. As such, the role of members of the Board of Directors is similar, though not identical, to that of Charity Trustees.
What does the role involve?
You will join a small board of professionals committed to helping EU citizens in the UK.
We are specifically seeking directors with expertise in any or more of the following fields: governance, HR, fundraising, ESG, immigration law and strategic litigation; community and campaigns organising (such as from a trade union background).
As a the3million non-executive director, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the organisation on track with its objectives. You will apply your professional experience towards shaping our strategy on fundraising, governance, campaigning and other areas of work.
Who should apply?
Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience in one or more of the areas listed above. Having worked in the migration sector or in campaigning is not necessarily required. We recognise that many other settings offer transferable skills.
One of the3million’s core values is inclusion - we are people-led, we value diversity and are enriched by differences. We strive to listen to, engage with and represent the broadest range of people.
We are particularly eager to hear from candidates with lived experience of migration. If you are from a background that is underrepresented in the migration sector we also strongly encourage you to apply. This could include coming from a community that experiences racism, living with a disability, not having been to University or having been in receipt of free school meals as a child.
We recognise our team is not currently representative of communities that experience racism and that our own ways of working may replicate wider societal oppression and injustices. We are actively working towards becoming an anti-oppressive organisation, including taking steps to create a more inclusive recruitment process.
We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity. the3million welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.
Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. We highly recommend going through the role specifications below before you start your application.
The main purpose of your role:
As directors at the3million, you will have responsibility to:
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Ensure the3million is meeting its aims and objectives and acting in line with any relevant legislation or regulations
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Act in the best interests of the organisation
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Ensure the3million applies its resources exclusively in line with its strategic aims
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Ensure the financial viability of the3million
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Contribute effectively to the Board of Directors in giving clear strategic direction, and evaluating performance against set targets
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Appoint and support the Chief Executive Officer/s and/or Chief Operating Officer/s and monitor their performance
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Act with reasonable care and skill
What you will gain:
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An insight into how the organisation runs;
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Confidence in building relationships with a wide range of people, and the opportunity to learn from the varied experiences that other Board members bring to the table;
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An opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to the benefit of the organisation;
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A sense of pride when hearing about the difference our campaigning and organising efforts make, knowing you have had a role in protecting the rights of EU citizens in the UK.
Being a director is a voluntary role and is not paid, but expenses including for travel are reimbursed.
Director Person Specification
Key skills:
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Knowledge of and ability to carry out the core responsibilities of being a director (please note that onboarding and support is available to new Board members, particularly those who have not served on a Board before)
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Timeliness and clarity in your communication on and around meetings or projects
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Strategic vision: an ability to think about the ‘bigger picture’ and longer term (5 years ahead) as well as the ‘here and now’
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A willingness to act as an ambassador for the3million, promoting our work to friends and colleagues
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An ability to work as a member of a team, to comment, challenge or question in a way that is helpful, supportive and constructive
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A good sense of judgement
Personal attributes
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Integrity and honesty
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Proactiveness
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A demonstrable commitment to the3million's aims and values
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Team player, flexible and adaptable
Time commitment
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A two hour evening board meeting every two months (online)
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Regular discussion and meeting with fellow directors (online)
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Follow up to meetings – reading and commenting on minutes, carrying out any agreed actions.
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One to two away-days per year (in-person);
Restrictions
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Over 18
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Must be currently based in the UK
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Not bankrupt
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Subject to satisfactory DBS check and references
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Not excluded by Companies House or Charity Commission
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Conflicts of interest that would be so significant as to undermine the role in general, such as being a member of a group that discriminated against people based on gender, ethnicity or nationality.
Next steps
Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience. If you would like to speak to someone on our current Board or a staff member to find out more about us before applying, you are welcome to do so.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a one-hour interview with a director. Interviews may be carried out over the weekend.
Successful applicants will be onboarded by other Board members, ensuring they are welcomed into the organisation.
Application Instructions
Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile.
Please also download and fill in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million fairer. This process is separate and confidential; this information is not reviewed or taken into account in the recruitment process.
Please email all the above to us at recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job title Chair of the board of trustees
Appointment typePart time & voluntary
Appointment term 5 years
Time commitment approx 25 days per annum
About Brightside
Brightside is on a mission to help young people make confident and informed decisions about their future. For over 20 years, we have used technology to connect young people facing barriers with inspiring mentors. We deliver online mentoring programmes in collaboration with schools, universities, businesses, and charities to provide young people with access to networks, online career information and high-quality mentoring. Find out more by reading our latest impact report.
Our ambitious goal is to increase the number of young people we work with each year to 30,000 over the next five years. We are now seeking an effective, compassionate, and inclusive Chair of the board to help us achieve our ambition.
Our values
We have a successful track record in attracting brilliant and mission-driven people to work with us to grow our impact with young people. We're excited to offer the opportunity for someone to join our board in the position of Chair to support us to be even more ambitious.
We are a fast-moving charity, and we pride ourselves on our friendly, professional and supportive culture. We embrace new ideas and celebrate the talent and contribution of all team members. As an organisation, we have five values that we commit to as individuals and as a team:
1. We are ambitious; we strive for positive and lasting impact.
2. We foster creativity and new ideas, so that our work evolves as we learn.
3. We ground our work in collaboration.
4. We celebrate individual strengths and empower people to fulfil their potential - our team is our greatest asset.
5. We are committed to quality in everything we do.
Brightside is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed in the workplace and beyond. Our culture is inclusive to staff and volunteers from all backgrounds, and we provide flexible policies to support their differing needs.
About the role
The chair of the board of trustees (“the Chair”) leads the board’s activities and supports the day-to-day running of the organisation by acting as a sounding board for the senior leadership team. The Chair helps to develop the strategy of the organisation, ensures appropriate governance structures are in place to support the safe, successful delivery of operations together with the safeguarding and wellbeing of staff. The Chair is responsible for the smooth running of the board including the recruitment of new trustees, managing trustee meetings, and acts as a role model in line with our core values.
Key responsibilities
· Provide effective, compassionate, and inclusive leadership of the board
· Ensure high-quality quarterly board meetings are held and recorded
· Line manage the Chief Executive (generally through monthly 1:1 virtual meetings), providing support and constructive challenge to them and their senior leadership team
· Work closely with the Treasurer (likely through monthly 1:1 virtual meetings) to maintain a clear understanding of the organisation’s financial health ensuring that assets are managed appropriately and robust governance practices are in place
· Ensure trustees comply with their duties and the charity is properly governed
· Ensure an appropriate, effective, and representative board of trustees is in place
· Act as a link between the board of trustees and staff
· Work with the Chairs of the subcommittees to ensure delivery of key responsibilities and support to the senior leadership team
· Act as an ambassador for Brightside, promoting its reputation, helping to secure valuable platforms and audiences
What we’re looking for
The successful candidate will ideally be a strategic leader, passionate about creating positive futures for young people, and with experience of charity governance.
Key to success in the role is the following:
· Experience in a leadership role
· Knowledge and experience of charity governance
· Excellent communication skills in writing, meetings, and the public forum
· The ability to engage multiple audiences
· Commercial acumen
· Diplomacy with the ability to lead discussions and turn them into clear actions
· Demonstrable experience of leading change and driving growth
· Demonstrable experience of managing diverse opinions
· Experience of successfully developing and implementing an organisational strategy
· Experience of line management
· Passionate about social equity and the power of mentoring
· Committed to helping young people succeed
Desirable:
· Understanding of the social mobility sector and related geo-political climate
· Understanding or experience of digital interventions
· Widely networked in a sector relevant to our work
· Experience of charity fundraising
· Lived experience related to our mission
It’s an exciting time to join us. We have innovations in our technology launching in the coming twelve months that will open up new opportunities as we continue to see social mobility play an important role in cross-party political priorities. We are looking for someone to leverage these opportunities, and help Brightside achieve its potential so, in turn, thousands of young people can achieve theirs.
To apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and expressing your interest.
Deadline: 11.59 on Friday 23 August 2024.
Brightside will be conducting a blind recruitment process where names and genders are removed from the applications before being reviewed for shortlisting.
Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and expressing your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description
the3million is currently seeking a new finance director to strengthen its dynamic board dynamic board and support the work of this passionate organisation at the forefront of migrants’ rights in the UK.
Eight years after the Brexit referendum, we are navigating ongoing challenges affecting EU citizens’ communities. We are continuing to build power from the ground up, empowering people to get their voices heard. Your contribution will be crucial to making change happen.
This position is voluntary and thus unpaid.
About the3million
We are the leading organisation representing EU citizens in the UK. Our vision is a world where EU citizens can thrive, reach their potential and have an equal voice in UK society. Our work ranges from monitoring the implementation of the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement, advocating for the integration of EU citizens throughout all sections of society , informing people of their rights, and giving EU citizens a voice in British society to change the narrative on migration as a whole.
We are a grassroots and non-partisan organisation, working with a variety of stakeholders, from MPs to trade unions, NGOs and the media on specific issues affecting our citizens’ rights. We were formed through the efforts of volunteers of many different backgrounds who came together in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit referendum in 2016. We hold on to that can-do, nimble spirit and informal, friendly and non-hierarchical collegiality.
the3million was incorporated as a limited not for profit company by guarantee (No. 11083851) with Companies House in November 2017.
What does the role involve?
You will join a small board of professionals committed to helping EU citizens in the UK. All directors work closely with our very dedicated staff team.
We are specifically looking for a finance director with experience in UK charity and not-for-profit accounting, financial strategy and governance.
As a non-executive director at the3million, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the organisation on track with its objectives. You will apply your professional experience towards shaping our strategy on fundraising, governance, campaigning and other areas of work.
You will be expected to attend our board meetings, every two months, on Zoom, which usually last for two hours. You will also be expected to have some ad-hoc meetings with the Finance Manager and CEO between meetings as required.
More information can be found on our website.
Before you apply
One of the3million’s core values is inclusion - we are people led, we value diversity and are enriched by differences. We strive to listen to, engage with and represent the broadest range of people.
We recognise our team is not currently representative of communities that experience racism and that our own ways of working may replicate wider societal oppression and injustices. We are actively working towards becoming an anti-oppressive organisation, including taking steps to create a more inclusive recruitment process.
You may not have worked in the migration sector before, or in an organisation whose focus is campaigning for migrants’ rights. Or you may have experience in grassroots organising in a setting which is not formalised. Please still consider applying as many other sectors and settings offer transferable skills.
If you are from a background that is underrepresented in the migration sector - for example you are from a community that experiences racism, or you have lived experience of migration, or you are a disabled person, or you did not go to University or had free school meals as a child - we strongly encourage you to apply.
We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity. the3million welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.
The main purpose of the role:
As directors at the3million, we are volunteers with a specific responsibility to:
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Ensure the aims and objectives of the3million are being met from an accounting, financial and compliance perspective;
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Act in the best interest of the organisation;
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Manage responsibility for what we have (our people, our money etc);
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Act with reasonable care and skill.
What you will gain:
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An insight into how the organisation runs,
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A sense of pride when hearing about the difference our campaigning and organising efforts make and that you have had a role in preserving the rights of EU citizens in the UK,
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Confidence in building relationships with a wide range of people, and the opportunity to learn from the varied experiences that other Board members bring to the table.
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An opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to the benefit of the organisation.
-
Being a director is a voluntary role and is not paid, but expenses including for travel are reimbursed.
Director Person Specification
Key skills
Knowledge of and ability to carry out the core responsibilities of being a director
Able to think about the ‘bigger picture’ and longer term as well as think about the ‘here and now’ (being strategic versus being operational)
Act as an ambassador for the3million, promoting our work to friends and colleagues
Able to comment, challenge or question in a way that is helpful, supportive and constructive
Be timely and clear in your communication on and around meetings or projects
Qualification and experience
You will have:
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A strong financial background and experience, having managed the accounts of an organisation (required)
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Experience of operating within a not-for-profit organisation with a range of revenue streams would be beneficial (desirable)
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Experience of volunteering/working in the voluntary sector (desirable)
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Membership of one of the CCAB accounting bodies (ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland) (desirable)
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Experience of working in senior teams, preferably at board level (desirable)
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Experience working in the field of immigration would be an advantage (desirable)
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The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences (required)
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Ability to present financial information in an accessible manner to the directors (required)
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Ability to advise directors on their financial responsibilities (required)
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Interpersonal skills to work supportively with staff, if/when required
Personal attributes
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Integrity and honesty
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Proactive
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A demonstrable commitment to the3million's aims and values
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Team player, flexible and adaptable
Time commitment
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A two hour evening board meeting every two months (online)
-
One away-day per year (in-person);
-
Follow up to meetings – reading and commenting on minutes, carrying out any agreed actions.
Restrictions
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Over 18
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Must be currently based in the UK
-
Not bankrupt
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Subject to satisfactory DBS check and references
-
Not excluded by Companies House or Charity Commission
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Conflicts of interest that would be so significant as to undermine the role in general, such as being a member of a group that discriminated against people based on gender ethnicity or nationality.
Next steps
Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience in accounting and finance, including people who have not yet been on a Board or served as a charity Trustee before. If you would like to speak to someone on our current Board or a staff member to find out more about us before applying, you are welcome to do so.
Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile.
We would appreciate it if you filled in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million fairer.
All applications will be reviewed against the role description and person specification by a small team of directors.
If you have been shortlisted, you’ll be invited for a one-hour interview with a director and the Finance Manager.
Successful applicants will be onboarded by other Board members, ensuring they are welcomed into the organisation and supported.
Application Instructions
Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile.
Please also download and fill in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million fairer. This process is separate and confidential; this information is not reviewed or taken into account in the recruitment process.
Please email all the above to us at recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.