External Trustee Volunteer Roles
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The Vice Chairs’ role is to support the Chair in executing their duties. The Vice Chair continues to fulfil all those duties assumed when he/she became a trustee as outlined in the document The Trustee Board, Role and Responsibilities. The Vice Chair will assume the role of Chair in the absence of the chair. To this end, their duties are similar in that the Vice Chair will be expected to provide leadership in giving firm strategic direction to the charity and will be responsible for ensuring that the board meets regularly, keeps transparent records, agrees priorities, and ensures that the charity’s income sources, and expenditure allow it to meet its charitable aims. This includes:
- Ensuring the Chair has all information he/she requires in order to carry out their role to the best of their ability.
- The Vice Chair will discuss and offer his/her advice to the Chair based on her understandingof the charity’s’ vision, values, mission, strategy and policy when the documents are due to be reviewed.
- The Vice Chair may be, on occasion expected to represent the Chair at external functions and events. The Vice Chair must always act in the best interest of the charity.
- The Vice Chair will act as a point of contact for the trustees and others between formal meetings when the chair is unavailable.
- The Vice Chair will ensure that regular meetings are held between the Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to discuss any managerial issues and strategy.
- The Vice Chair must remain abreast of the laws and regulations relating to the charity’s’ activities.
- The Vice Chair will support the Chair in monitoring the financial stability of the charity.
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CPRE Leicestershire is looking for a Treasurer/Trustee. As Treasurer you’ll ensure our financial affairs are conducted within legal requirements and good practice. You’ll work closely with the chair and trustees to oversee the financial sustainability and development of our charity.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with experience in financial management and a passion for environmental and countryside issues. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s right for you.By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
What you will be doing
- Keeping accurate records of income and expenditure in line with legal regulations
- Helping us to set an annual budget
- Being a signatory for cheque payments and reimbursing invoices and expenses
- Preparing financial reports and submitting accounts for independent audit
- Updating National CPRE about our charity finances
- Assisting with funding applications and accounting for external funding
- Where relevant, ensuring employment regulations are met eg staff salaries
- Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work
- Safeguarding the good name and values of our charity
- We ask that all trustees are, or are willing to become, members of CPRE
More information on the role can be found on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
People and Nominations Committee Members (x2)
Circa 6 days per year
Voluntary, with expenses
We are delighted to introduce our newly formed People and Nominations Committee and are seeking two passionate individuals to join us.
As part of the People and Nominations Committee, you will have an important dual role to:
· oversee our people strategy to ensure alignment with our organisational values and guide us towards long-term success
· support our governing bodies in electing and recruiting talented individuals, succession planning, appraising their own performance and embedding strong, transparent procedures in support of all these activities.
Who can apply
Both BAOT/RCOT members and non-members with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
‘Whether you’ve got extensive experience in committee work or are just starting your journey in community engagement, the People and Nominations Committee welcomes your interest.’ – Odeth Richardson, BAOT/RCOT Chair of Council
Read more information about the person specification in our candidate information pack.
Why join us?
Our newly formed People and Nominations Committee will play a key part in our organisation’s governance, supporting both the BAOT Council (union and parent company) and RCOT Board of Trustees (charity and subsidiary).
By joining the People and Nominations Committee, you’ll:
· play a key role in shaping the future of our Council and Board of Trustees
· develop valuable leadership and committee skills
· network with dedicated and passionate individuals.
How to apply
In this candidate pack, you’ll find detailed information about the Committee’s responsibilities, the benefits of working on the committee and how to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re interested in and suitable for this role to our People and Culture team via the application link by end of day, Thursday 15 August 2024.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 3 September 2pm-5pm and Thursday 5 September 10am-1pm.
The first Committee meeting will be held on Thursday 26 September 10am-12pm.
We look forward to receiving your application.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re interested in and suitable for this role to our People and Culture team by end of day, Thursday 15 August 2024.
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Overall responsibility of the job: oversee the operation of the JPIC foodbank, with concern for its operational efficiency and standards in accordance with the JPIC model. In partnership with the management: guide the development of the foodbank project, including its material resources, financial assets, reputation, partnerships and volunteer body.
Specific responsibilities:
Reporting to Trustees
- Work directly with the senior minister and administrator
- Report to the charity's trustees bi-annually or at such special meetings as the trustees may call
- Advise the trustees of exceptional events, such as complaints, major press contacts, accidents, external evaluations or risk to reputation
Strategic development
- Call meetings of the Team Leaders four times a year, providing a report in advance and agenda
- Responsible for conducting and ensuring delivery of Training Reviews at Glasgow
- Oversee collection, sorting and distribution of food and non food items
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience:
Experience of managing people
Experience of working or volunteering in an organisation that deploys volunteers A sound understanding of, and experience of engagement with, churches and Christians of different denominations
Key Skills:
- Ability to manage and monitor the development of a project
- Good oral communication and confident public speaker
Confident user of email, document and spreadsheet applications, and internet Ability to work independently and unsupervised
Numerate and comfortable interpreting statistical and financial data
Empathy and ability to work with people from disadvantaged, marginalised, or socially excluded backgrounds
Personal attributes:
- Honesty and integrity
- Passionate about tackling poverty
- A good sense of humour
Other Requirements
- Driver with clean licence
- DBS Check
Training provided
Induction training
IT training as required
H&S, Environmental Health & Manual Handling & Safeguarding as appropriate
Children and adults with care and support needs protection
Food Hygiene as required
About FrameWorks UK
FrameWorks UK is a not-for-profit communications research organisation. We work with charities, foundations, and other mission-driven organisations to communicate about social issues in ways that will create change.
We’re the sister organisation of FrameWorks Institute in the US, together we have more than 25 years’ experience of conducting and using framing research for nearly 25 years. FrameWorks UK was established in 2021.
We help our partners to use our research to shape the public conversation and build understanding and support for social progress. Our recent work includes:
· Our guide on how to talk about the building blocks of health with The Health Foundation
· Our work to reframe the rule of law and access to justice with the Law Society
· Our Moving Mindsets programme
We do this work because we know that when we change the story, we can change the world.
Our Board of Directors
The FrameWorks UK Board currently has a four Non-Executive Board Directors including a Chair. The Board is legally, morally, and financially responsible for the organisation. Like most charity Trustees, the Board are not renumerated.
As the organisation grows, we are seeking a fifth Board Director with financial expertise to assume the role of Treasurer. This might mean professional qualifications, skills and/or experience in a finance or accounting role. Experience of the not-for-profit sector is especially desirable.
The purpose of this new, additional Board Director - along with the other Board Directors – is to provide strategic direction to the Executive Director and ensure effective governance and strategic leadership of FrameWorks UK and delivery of its mission and vision.
The Board is chaired by Sally Bacon OBE. The three Board Directors are Dr Franklin Gilliam, Imran Hussain, and Dr Deborah Phillips. The UK Board works closely with the Board of FrameWorks Institute in the US, our parent company.
Person Specification
· Commitment to the mission and values of FrameWorks UK.
· Ability to exercise financial oversight of the organisation.
· Experience working in, or closely with, the UK not-for-profit sector.
· Experience of working collaboratively with Board Directors and Executive Director to drive strategic direction and effective leadership.
· Some understanding of FrameWorks UK’s research methods and approach.
· Experience influencing social change, ideally through strategic communications.
· Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of being a Board Director of a not-for-profit organisation.
· Ability to make strategic decisions in line with the organisation’s governance arrangements.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with other Board Directors, the Executive Director, and a range of external stakeholders and communicate clearly, accurately, with diplomacy and cordiality.
· Willingness to speak on the behalf of the organisation.
It is not expected that every Board Director has each of these skills and experience on joining the Board. Rather, we are seeking a Board that has all these skills and this experience between them.
Principal responsibilities of Board Directors
Strategic leadership
With the other Board Directors, to provide leadership to FrameWorks UK and its Executive Director, ensuring maximum impact of the organisation. This includes participating in effective governance and ensuring the organisation operates in a way that is consistent with its articles of association and the inter-company agreement with FrameWorks in the US.
Governance
Ensure effective governance arrangements, engaging in the development of the Board and ensuring their knowledge and keeps pace with current and future organisational developments.
Financial oversight
Provide effective financial oversight and ensure that it is managed in a way that strengthens its financial sustainability.
External Relations
To occasionally act as an ambassador for FrameWorks UK, for example, speaking on behalf the organisation.
Efficiency and effectiveness
Participate in meetings of the Board effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process while ensuring that decisions are taken in the best interests of FrameWorks UK.
Relationship with the Executive
Establish and build a strong, effective and a constructive working relationship with the Executive Director, contributing to the process of holding the Executive Director to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives.
Business Development
Supporting the work of the Executive Director by assisting with identifying new funding streams and opportunities as appropriate.
Terms of the appointment
This is an unpaid position. All reasonable out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with FrameWorks UK’s expenses policy.
There is no fixed time commitment for the role, but we estimate a time commitment of around eight days per year is required. This includes Board Meetings (usually three hours long and held quarterly), preparation for these meetings, and may also include representing the organisation at various events and meetings with the Executive Director (and accountants) in relation to financial matters.
Board meetings are usually held online. When they do happen in person, they will ordinarily be in London, but other meetings may be required from time to time across the UK.
Board Members are appointed for a fixed term of three years. This can be renewed for a further three-year term at the request of the Chair, and by approval of the UK and US Boards.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you the future Chair of our Board of trustees?
Do you have skills and enthusiasm to cooperatively govern and bring our strategy into action?
We are looking for a Chair-designate for our Board, to work alongside our outgoing Chair for a set period of time, eventually taking-on chairing duties.
As the oldest charity in England (formed in 1451) we’re looking for someone to lead our Board, to work with other trustees and our Charity Manager to continue to shape our strategy and operational delivery, building on almost 600 years of successful support for local people.
Wokingham United Charities has a mission to relieve poverty and enhance the quality of life of those people in need in our community. We do this by the provision of Almshouse accommodation, by using our funds to help individuals in financial distress, hardship and poverty, and by providing funding to local charity, voluntary and community groups who themselves provide support to residents of Wokingham Borough.
Our usual income per annum is ~£700k, but we’ve been managing funds to help to relieve poverty in the midst of this cost-of-living crisis, and recently our turnover has been ~£1.5m.
About the role
This is a high-profile appointment, with strong commitment to the future of our organisation, and prior experience of charity leadership, both essential qualities.
Experience of committee or similar work, with a focus to lead the stable and forward-looking Board are also part of what we are looking for.
Our Board includes people with understanding of our charity, and we’d obviously expect new trustees to have empathy with our cause and our beneficiaries. Full induction to our organisation will be provided, plus specialist support you may need, including access to external training.
If you can think collectively and strategically to lead us to plan long-term, you have the primary skills needed; you’ll also help guide other trustees. Support from our paid employees is always available, as they will be dealing with the day-to-day running of the organisation.
We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We want to expand our Board’s diversity, in all its meanings, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups.
The Board currently meets every two months in Wokingham, with online/hybrid attendance from some people. It would be expected that our Chair attends face-to-face for the majority of meetings.
How to apply
This high-profile appointment is being managed for us by inVOLve Community Services, a charity-support organisation, who offer a no-obligation discussion by phone or video. A detailed Recruitment Pack can be made available to you upon request.
Trustee appointments are subject to satisfactory references, to completion of an online Safeguarding course and a Cyber-awareness training. Your CV and supporting statement will be read by our trustees and Charity Manager; an informal discussion can be offered as soon as mutually convenient, potentially leading to formal interview.
I need to know more
Contact Mike Allen via Quick Apply below for more information and arrange to have a no-obligation initial informal discussion (Teams/Zoom/phone) and explanation about this important role.
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New Horizons are looking for a new Treasurer to join their dedicated and friendly Board of Trustees.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a committed and experienced team. We are a small charity which makes a meaningful contribution to the community.
Being a trustee is also a chance for you to give something back to your community, by using your skills and experience, you will be contributing to the strategic management of the charity, so we can continue providing activities which promote good mental health, whilst challenging the stigma around mental health issues and helping improve our services for the benefit of the residents of Cwm Taf Morgannwg.
Role Summary
Your role is paramount for the sustainability of our charity. You will support our charity’s financial management and thus help us make well informed decisions and plan accordingly, so we can effectively tackle the different challenges we face as a small organisation.
The Treasurer will help trustees to carry out their financial responsibilities and this involves working with the Director and Chair to -
- present financial reports to the board in a format that helps the board understand the charity’s financial position
- advise the board on how to carry out its financial responsibilities
- work with professional advisors including the accountant
- work with the Director, Chair and accountant to oversee the preparation and scrutiny of annual accounts
- work with the Director to help prepare budgets and financial reports.
Who are we looking for?
- Demonstrated financial/commercial awareness and knowledge
- Good communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders
- Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement
- Competent use of IT skills
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- Strong interest in mental health issues
- Senior strategic management and leadership experience
Desirable:
- Dedicated to the organisation’s cause and objectives and willing to act as the charity’s ambassador to external bodies, charities and companies.
- An understanding of the UK charity sector, relevant legislations and statutory requirements.
Time commitment
Up to 5 hours a month. The Board meet every other month.The Treasurer would ideally step in as Chair of the Funding & Business Planning sub group which also meets bimonthly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of role:
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Wandsworth Care Alliance (WCA).
Scope and Objectives:
Trustees have a duty individually and collectively to:
·Determine the overall direction and development of WCA through good governance and clear strategic planning.
·Ensure that WCA pursues the objectives defined in its governing documents, and complies with charity law, company law, employment legislation, and with all other relevant legislation, constantly striving for best practice in governance.
·Uphold the financial responsibilities invested in their position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in WCA.
·Ensure that WCA uses its resources in pursuit of its charitable objects.
Main duties:
·To contribute actively to the Board’s role in providing direction for WCA, in setting overall policy and in maintaining a framework of good governance and accountability, and in evaluating performance against agreed targets.
·To give clear direction, leadership, guidance, and advice to the WCA director and staff.
·To safeguard the good name and values of WCA and to act as an ambassador for the organisation.
·To provide vision, inspiration, and support to the WCA director and staff.
·To ensure the effective and efficient administration of WCA.
·To ensure the financial stability of WCA.
·To appoint the director and monitor his/her performance.
·To use specific skills, knowledge, or experience to help the Board of Trustees to reach sound decisions.
This may involve:
·Scrutinising Board papers;
·Contributing to or leading Board discussions;
·Acting as a board champion for a particular area of WCA’s work;
·Identifying and focusing on key issues;
·Providing guidance on new initiatives;
·Being part of a working group.
Duty of Care:
Each Trustee will:
·Apply reasonable care and skills as a Trustee, using their knowledge and experience to ensure that WCA is well run and efficient;
·Be ready to consider the need for external professional advice on matters where there may be material risk to the charity, or where the Trustees may be in breach of their duties;
·Safeguard the good name and values of WCA.
·Maintain absolute confidentiality about sensitive information received in the course of responsibilities as a Trustee.
Each Trustee will:
·Ensure that the charity is and will remain solvent; keeping informed of the charity’s activities and financial position;
·Avoid undertaking activities that might place the charity’s property, funds, assets or reputation at undue risk.
Each Trustee is required to act reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity and must always bear the interests of WCA in mind.
Section 72(1) of the Charities Act 1993 disqualifies anyone who:
·Has been convicted of an offence involving deception or dishonesty unless the conviction is spent.
·Is an un-discharged bankrupt.
·Has previously been removed from trusteeship of a charity by the court or the Charity Commissioners.
·Is under a disqualification order under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986.
It is an offence to serve as a charity trustee while disqualified unless the Charity Commission has given a waiver under section 72(4) of the Charities Act 1993.
Accountability:
The law imposes a duty of care on Trustees to act responsibly and prudently in all matters relating to their charity and to act in the best interests of the charity.
WCA is a registered Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and Trustees are therefore accountable to the members, the Charity Commission, and to Companies House (as company directors).
Suitability as a WCA Trustee will include many of the following:
·Commitment to Wandsworth Care Alliance (WCA).
·Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
·Availability to attend meetings regularly.
·Strategic vision.
·Good, independent judgement.
·Ability to think creatively.
·Willingness to participate actively in discussions, listening to others and con- tributing accordingly.
·To use professional experience and any technical skills and knowledge to contribute to Trustee decision making.
·Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
·Ambassadorial ability and willingness to represent WCA in a range of situations.
·Experience of involvement in community or residents’ groups and/or in building community involvement.
·Commercial awareness including, but not limited to: marketing, branding, fundraising and social media.
·Skills and experience within finance or communications.
·Valuing diversity, with experience and/or knowledge of minority issues and perspectives.
·Capacity to pursue potential sources of charitable investment in WCA.
·Willingness to take part in training and learn new skills
Help shape the future of the science profession.
The Science Council Board is looking for a new Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee to join the organisation and work collaboratively to support the Science Council to; strengthen the collective impact of the science community for public benefit; and realise our ambition of a diverse science profession that is trusted, respected and equipped to deliver national ambitions.
As the Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, you will have experience of charity finance and a track record of being an effective Chair. We are looking for an individual who is forward-thinking and capable of taking a balanced approach to decision-making, with the ability to actively listen and involve others in the process. A positive and engaging demeanour that fits well with a supportive and principled Board culture is essential.
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic vision, finance experience, and a commitment to advancing the science profession. Essential qualities include strong analytical skills, the ability to think critically, and a collaborative approach to working with other Committee members, management and the Board of Trustees. Experience of in the working within professional body, membership or regulatory sectors will be highly beneficial. Additionally, candidates would benefit from having a solid understanding to charity audit and risk management frameworks to support our financial stability and strategic growth.
We are committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and as such we welcome applicants of all backgrounds to represent the diverse population of people that we serve.
This is your opportunity to join an ambitious and well-run organisation and play a leading role in the shaping the future of the Science Council.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Association is seeking to appoint a lay member to join its Safety, Standards, Environment and Sustainability Committee which plays a key role in the driving the sustainability strategy and workstream for the organisation.
Sustainability is a strategic priority for the Association and we seek to lead the specialty on environmental matters and ‘green’ anaesthesia, working closely with other agencies and stakeholders. The lay member will help develop the environment and sustainability strategy for the Association, offering their professional expertise and their independent perspective.
Lay members bring expertise, judgment and balance which complement the skills of the elected directors and trustees. Their principal assets will be their independence and non-clinical expertise.
Purpose of the role:
We are keen to appoint a lay member with a background in one or more of the following areas:
- Environment and sustainability in a public or charity sector context.
- Patient and public advocacy and engagement in the environment.
- The use of advocacy in political and media arenas.
- Evaluation and impact measurement relating to environment and sustainability including the use of high-quality science
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About ESRA
We help people in East Sussex to live free from addiction and follow an abstinence base programme. Our recovery hub is run by staff with lived experience and volunteers, most of who are in recovery themselves. We provide a range of health and well-being services that are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the needs of local people in recovery.
The Chair will play a key role in the strategic direction of ESRA and support the Board with their leadership skills.
What will you be doing?
The Chair will hold the Board and Senior Management Team to account for ESRA’s mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each Trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
The Chair will also support the CEO and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely to achieve agreed objectives.
Main Responsibilities of the Chair
- Strategic leadership
- Governance
- External Relations
- Efficiency and Effectiveness
- Relationship with the CEO
Please request a copy of the candidate pack for a full list of responsibilities
What are we looking for?
We are interested in an individual who brings the following:
- Have commitment to the mission and values of ESRA
- Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a team
- Show willingness to devote the necessary time and effort for the role
- Strong inter-personal, networking and relationship building abilities
- Someone with existing charity experience, for example either on a charity Board, or a CEO of a charity
- Experience of working in drug and alcohol services is desirable
We warmly welcome candidates from a range of cultures, backgrounds, contexts, ages and experience. We would also love to hear from candidates with lived experience of addiction. We strongly value the contribution that people with these characteristics will bring to our Board discussions.
What difference will you make?
This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience to help ensure that the charity continues to provide its valuable services, to empower people in East Sussex to live free from addiction.
Time Commitment and Location
- The Board currently meets quarterly
- There is an away day once a year
- Ad hoc communication in between Board meetings with the CEO.
- This can be a hybrid role, so the new Chair doesn’t necessarily need to be based in Hastings
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting ESRA with their Trustee recruitment.
Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.
To apply please send your CV/LinkedIn profile along with a supporting statement explaining why you are interested in the role, the skills and experience you will bring to the Board and what you would hope to get out of the role.
Please send enquiries to the Reach TrusteeWorks team at the email address provided below.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
The New Normal are seeking an empathetic and experienced Safeguarding Lead to join our team!
The Lead will provide guidance to the charity's members, manage safeguarding concerns and oversee existing Safeguarding policy, procedures and e-learning within the organisation.
We are looking for an empathetic, motivated and diligent person to support The New Normal in it's mission to provide free-to-access peer support for a diverse range of grief experiences, communities and identities.
Applicants should have the capacity to provide 6-8hrs per month, with additional infrequent short-notice support should a safeguarding concern require immediate attention.
TNN are committed to diversity and inclusion and so we use the Anonymous Recruitment feature to reduce the potential for unconscious bias.
Contract:Voluntary
Hours: Anticipated 6-8hrs per month
Days: Flexible (Team Meetings Required)
Location: Remote working
Reporting to: Leadership Team
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and pathways.
[Due to the nature of the role and the work we do, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS check. Persons will be shortlisted and appointed based solely on character, skills, qualifications and experience.]
TNN are committed to diversity and inclusion and so we use the Anonymous Recruitment feature to reduce the potential for unconscious bias.
Please ensure all safeguarding-related experience is listed clearly on your CV. In your covering letter, please tell us more about yourself, why you are interested in the role and what you think you can bring to the Charity. We are keen to hear about you as a person and your story, as well as your skills and experience.
Thanks your interest in this role - we look forward to receiving your application!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Brain Charity is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to provide inclusive leadership as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. This pivotal role involves supporting and challenging the Chief Executive, leading the Board to function cohesively, and serving as an ambassador and public face of the Charity. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission, significant leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with neurological conditions and their families. Join us in championing neurodiversity and advocating for change. For more information, please see the full job description.
Role title: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Remuneration: The role of the Chair is voluntary, although expenses for travel etc may be claimed
Location: The Brain Charity, Norton Street, Liverpool, L3 8LR
Time commitment: Equivalent of approximately 2-4 days per month throughout the year (see below)
Role reports to: The Board of Trustees
Background to The Brain Charity
Life for any of us can change in an instant. Experiencing a road traffic accident, a major stroke or being diagnosed with dementia can happen completely unexpectedly and can change our lives forever.
There are hundreds of different neurological conditions including stroke, brain tumour, brain injury, Alzheimer’s and many rarer ones too.
The Brain Charity offers emotional support, practical help and social activities to anyone with a neurological condition and to their family, friends and carers.
About The Brain Charity
The Brain Charity is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, dedicated to supporting individuals with neurological conditions and their families friends and carers through the provision of information and advice, emotional support services and activities, including through a specialist Neuro Gym on site. The Charity also campaigns for change and champions neurodiversity, in particular through improving workplace neurodiversity.
Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Charity is committed to excellence and leverages the expertise and skills of its Trustees to ensure it remains at the forefront of its field.
Based in Liverpool, The Brain Charity operates locally in the Liverpool City Region but has a significant national impact through its online outreach and support services.
Purpose of the role
The Chair will provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, holding the Board, of which they are part, as well as the Chief Executive and the Executive Team, accountable for the Charity’s mission and vision.
The Chair will support and challenge the Chief Executive as appropriate, leading the Board to operate as a cohesive unit in close collaboration with the Chief Executive and the Executive Team to achieve agreed objectives.
They will also serve as an ambassador and public face of the Charity alongside the Chief Executive.
Key responsibilities
Leadership
· Lead the Board of Trustees in setting and maintaining the vision, mission, and values of the Charity.
· Develop the strategic direction and framework of the Charity in conjunction with the Board and Chief Executive.
· Facilitate the Board in stimulating excellent, well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.
· Support the Trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities to deliver effective governance of the Charity.
· Support the Chief Executive in ensuring the Charity operates within its charitable objectives.
External role
· As required, act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Charity in stakeholder and media opportunities.
· As required, represent the Charity at external functions, meetings, and events.
Governance
· Oversee the continuing development of the Board.
· Foster constructive relationships with, and between, Trustees and the Executive Team.
· Oversee succession planning as the Charity strives to reflect all relevant skill sets, experience and knowledge within the Board.
· Lead the Board in appropriately delegating to its sub-committees and to its Chief Executive.
Relationship with the Chief Executive and wider Executive Team
· Establish a strong and effective working relationship with the Chief Executive to support them in achieving, whilst also holding them to account in regard to agreed strategic objectives.
· Engage in regular contact with the Chief Executive and other key members of the Executive Team to maintain oversight of the Charity’s affairs.
· Conduct an annual appraisal of the Chief Executive’s performance against objectives.
· Support the Chief Executive in undertaking appropriate and relevant professional development.
Terms of the role
Tenure is reviewed / renewed on a 3 year basis.
For guidance, the Chair of the Board is expected to:
· Attend 10 - 15 meetings per year, comprising 4 Board meetings (quarterly), 1 Board awayday, plus optional/potential sub-committee and/or steering group meetings (quarterly) dependent on skills and interest.
· Represent the organisation at periodic events run by, or in partnership with, the Charity.
· Meetings are generally held in person at The Brain Charity Centre in Liverpool. Our Centre is fully accessible with parking available on site.
Trustees are not paid for carrying out their duties on behalf of Charity; it is a voluntary role. They can however claim reasonable travel expenses in line with our Volunteer Expense Policy.
Person specification
· A commitment to the mission, values & objectives of The Brain Charity – Essential.
· Extensive experience in a leadership role – Essential.
· Ability to provide inclusive strategic leadership and vision - Essential.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Essential
· Experience in governance and working with, or part of, a Board of Trustees - Essential
· Ability to support senior leadership in decision making - Essential.
· Understanding of the challenges facing the charity sector, particularly within health and social care setting, and for neurological conditions – Desirable
Application information
We are an award-winning charity and have received The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest accolade given by the Crown to third sector organisations.
If you are passionate about our cause and would like to become part of a vibrant and diverse team, we would love to hear from you.
The Brain Charity prides itself on being an open and diverse place to work and we openly encourage those from minority groups to apply.
Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 2 August 2024.
Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place early-mid September 2024, with an opportunity for the successful candidate to observe the current Board at its quarterly meeting in October 2024. Date for formal adoption of the post will be agreed by the Board of Trustees thereafter.
An informal conversation, or an opportunity to visit The Charity with the current Chair, another Trustee or the Chief Executive can be arranged upon request.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS Check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer maintains an overview of South Kent Mind’s financial affairs. The Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and reports to the Board’s quarterly meetings about the financial health of the organisation.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Ø Overseeing the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees quarterly meetings.
Ø Ensuring that proper accounting records are kept, and that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
Ø Ensuring that robust and comprehensive financial policies are in place and being implemented, and supporting the development of policies covering financial reserves, and cost management.
Ø Monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity.
Ø Overseeing financial controls and adherence to systems, regularly liaising with Chief Executive.
Ø Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan, including overseeing the charity’s financial risk-management process
Ø Ensuring investments and assets are maximised.
Ø Lead on the appointment of and liaison with external auditors.
Ø Oversee the development and implementation of systems for appraising, mitigating and reporting corporate risk.
Ø Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by relevant statutory bodies, for example, the Charity Commission and/or the Registrar of Companies.
Ø Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities and liaising with the Chief Executive to develop the financial understanding of the Board of Trustees.
Ø Chairing the Board’s Finance & Risk Subcommittee
What we are looking for
Ø A finance professional with extensive experience and a background in finance and accounting. A knowledge of charity finance is an advantage. Otherwise, an enthusiasm to learn, drawing from sound commercial experience and an understanding of SMEs.
Ø A strategic thinker with an ability to balance risk and opportunity.
Ø Clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non-finance specialists.
Ø Experience of being a trustee is an advantage.
Ø Willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, liaising with auditors.
Ø Strong business acumen.
Ø Experience of being a trustee is an advantage
Ø The available time to play a meaningful and active role in the financial processes and decision-making of the charity.
In addition to the above, the Treasurer will also have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:
Responsibilities of all trustees
Ø Support and provide advice on South Kent Mind’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
Ø Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
Ø Oversee South Kent Mind’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
Ø Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
Ø Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
Ø Review and approve South Kent Mind’s financial statements.
Ø Provide support to South Kent Mind’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
Ø Keep abreast of changes in South Kent Mind’s operating environment.
Ø Contribute to regular reviews of South Kent Mind’s s own governance.
Ø Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
Ø Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect South Kent Mind’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
Ø Contribute to the broader promotion of South Kent Mind’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
Trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Attributes and qualities
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, time and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Personal skills and qualities
Ø Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
Ø Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
Ø Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
Ø A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Ø Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
Ø Willingness to lead according to our values and ethos (attached).
Ø Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our ambition is to continue to develop outstanding services that meet the needs of our community; if you want to be part of our future, we would love to meet you to discuss this further.
The Trustee Board is crucial to the successful running of the Home-Start Southwark. The Board, in partnership with the CEO and senior executive team, ensures that the organisation operates effectively, setting its strategic vision and supporting the delivery of business plans and key objectives. The Treasurer role is to oversee the charity’s financial and risk management processes; monitor the charity’s income, outgoings and cash-flow forecasting; and maintain a strategic overview of the organisation’s financial resources.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.