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We are looking for a Director of Events & Operations to join YAF’s leadership team for the next two years starting in June 2025. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to manage our programme of events and oversee our operational management.

What you’ll gain:

• Valuable leadership experience in a respected arts organisation 

• Expanded professional network across the cultural sector

• Opportunity to design our strategy and shape YAF’s future

• Skills in events management, leadership, and strategy planning

• Chance to make a significant impact on the future of arts fundraising

• Experience working with a passionate team dedicated to improving acccessibility in arts fundraising

A strong interest in arts fundraising and the aspiration to develop your career within the cultural sector are essential. It is not essential that you currently work within the arts. 

The Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC) exists to provide assurance to the Board of Trustees. Your expertise will provide insight and constructive advice on matters such as resource constraints, operational models, risk information flow, and the Museum's ability to respond to emerging risks. 

Our Vision 

We exist to: Reveal and rethink the ways we live in order to live better together.   

We are: A place to explore and debate the meaning of home – past present and future. Using collections, content and programming to spark ideas and conversation. Working in partnership to be a force for change on issues affecting the ways we live. 

Our values 

We work in ways which are: 

Bold. Be brave in trying new things, taking action and fighting for change on issues affecting the ways we live. 

Kind. Be friendly, generous and considerate in all our actions. 

Eco-Active. Embed climate action in all decision-making and support audiences to reduce impact on climate and nature. 

Equitable. Act transparently, ethically, inclusively – and allocate resources, time and care equitably to meet needs.

About Museum of the Home  

History. Museum of the Home is in Hoxton, long an area of diverse and shifting communities. We opened in 1914 as the Geffrye Museum of furniture and woodwork and, over the last 120 years, have developed a focus on domestic experience, changing our name and identity in 2019. The Museum is located in almshouses built in 1714 with a bequest from Sir Robert Geffrye, a merchant who made some of his money from investments in transatlantic slavery. We are now reassessing this legacy through our programmes and creative partnerships. 

Transformation.  In June 2021, we reopened to visitors following an £18.4 million redevelopment that nearly doubled public space - with new galleries, learning spaces, café, entrance hub and collections study room. In July 2024 we completed the first stage of the transformation of some of our famous room sets from the 1870s to the  future. Our new rooms explore everyday domestic experiences and expand representation of migration and gender identity in the UK, alongside stories of style, taste and design. Together with our visitors, we reveal diverse, thought-provoking and personal stories of home through collections, exhibitions, events, performance and debate.

Working in partnership. We work with international partners and collaborate across the UK to support original research into and responses to the meaning of home, past, present and future.

Communities. We have active programmes with local community groups, including the East and South-East Asian communities. 

Collections. We have a collection of around 40,000 objects, including our library and archives. Going forward we want to expand and diversify these collections, to represent more experiences of home and home life. 

Charitable status. We are an independent charitable company limited by guarantee set up as the Geffrye Museum Trust in 1990, registered charity number 803052, company number 2476642. 

Funding. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) sponsors the Trust through grant-in-aid. We supplement this from earned income, donations and sponsorship.

About the role 

The Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC) exists to provide assurance to the Board of Trustees on Museum of the Home's financial management and the effectiveness of internal control, risk management and legal and regulatory compliance. Your expertise will provide insight and constructive advice on matters such as resource constraints, operational models, risk information flow, and the Museum's ability to respond to emerging risks. 

As a member of the ARCC you will contribute to developing and reviewing the strategic direction of the Museum. You will work closely with the Board of Trustees, members of the Museum's executive team as well as with internal and external auditors.

A significant amount of the ARCC's work focuses on financial matters, however its remit also extends across the full range of the Museum's operations and risk areas, including cyber-security, data management, regulatory compliance and Health and Safety.

The ARCC has an important role in monitoring the integrity of statutory and financial reporting and recommends the annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees each year. The Committee also has responsibility for the review of key policies, such as Whistleblowing and Fraud, Bribery and Corruption Prevention. 

Additionally, you will help ensure that Museum of the Home makes the most effective use of its resources, focusing on operational efficiency, value for money, and continuous improvement in the quality of its displays, exhibitions and programming.

This role requires a strategic thinker with experience in governance, risk management, and audit oversight. You will bring an independent perspective, helping to ensure the Museum's operations are sustainable, well-governed, and agile in addressing emerging risks. 

About you 

Are you inspired by Museum of the Home's vision to reveal and rethink the ways we live, in order to live better together? Are you passionate about the cultural sector and its ability to make a difference?

Museum of the Home is looking to appoint a trustee with the relevant skills and experience to take on the role of Chair of Audit, Risk and Compliance when the current Chair retires in January 2026.

You will have:  

An appreciation of the Museum's vision and strategic priorities, as well as the ability to offer insights on its key risks, challenges and the wider cultural and financial environment in which it operates.

The ability to contribute to the Museum's strategic direction and long-term goals.

Demonstrable skills, knowledge, and experience in areas relevant to the ARCC's work and the ability to provide a strategic and independent perspective.

Recent relevant experience of accounting and audit.

A willingness to support the Museum's organisational structure, including governance frameworks and key relationships with our sponsor (DCMS), our key stakeholders and supporters, and other organisations cultural sector.

A grasp of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements; particularly relevant will be those related to heritage/cultural, and charitable sectors.

A commitment to our values of Bold, Kind, Eco-Active and Equitable. 

Broad knowledge of the wider governmental environment, especially in areas related to financial governance, accountability, and current DCMS major policy initiatives.

A comprehensive understanding of internal controls, risk management, and charity governance, with a focus on best practices in these areas. 

Experience of working with Audit, Risk and Compliance Committees within a medium sized or large organisation in either the public, private, or non-profit sectors.

A strong interest in areas relevant to Museum of the Home's vision and mission. 

Exceptional leadership, communication and team-working skills.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We strongly encourage individuals from all communities, including underrepresented groups to apply, as we believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our organisation and strengthens our ability to achieve our goals. 

We are particularly keen to hear from those who have: 

Audit partner experience. 

An enthusiasm to use strong audit expertise to ensure the organisation is operating within best practice and fulfilling the regulatory expectations and supporting the ambitions of the Board of Trustees.

A senior risk expert with practical experience and skill in resilience planning and risk management, in a complex, public facing environment. 

Additional information 

Time commitment 

The usual term, or length of service, for our trustees is 3 years. Trustees may serve for up to two terms.

We would normally expect trustees to prepare for and take part in 4–5 board meetings per year; each year, one of these is an awayday and lasts for 4–5 hours. Meetings are usually held in the Museum's building, with occasional onsite attendance possible. Meetings typically last 2 hours with preparation time of 1–2 hours required to read and consider written reports on progress against strategic goals and finances. 

ARCC meetings are held 4-5 times a year. Each meetings lasts 1.5 hours.

Trustees are encouraged to support Museum of the Home through attendance at events or exhibitions, but we recognise that people have different demands on their time.

Payment  

The role, as defined by the Charity Commission, is an unpaid voluntary position.

Expenses incurred taking part in Board business, such as travel, caring or support costs, may be reimbursed or met directly by the Museum of the Home. 

Access 

Many areas of the Museum are fully accessible. However, due to the original building’s Grade I listed status, some sections are not accessible to all. Please do get in touch to discuss requirements, both as part of the recruitment process and in relation to the role as trustee.

Benefits  

The role provides opportunities for the further development of a wide range of governance skills. 

Board members also gain experience of, and can develop networks in, the heritage and cultural sectors and beyond.

We provide in-house induction for new trustees, which can be tailored to meet individual needs.

Becoming a Trustee

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Trustee with Citizens Advice Cheshire West. This information pack should provide you with useful and important information about our organization and what it means to be one of our Trustees. 

Citizens Advice Cheshire West Aims 

• To ensure the right advice for everyone, ensuring people do not suffer because they do not understand their rights and responsibilities, or because they are unable to express their needs effectively.
• To improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives by campaigning about issues that affect our clients and influencing decision-makers locally and nationally.

Our vision

• To be THE go-to charity for advice & support in Cheshire West

Our mission

• We advise, support and empower people to improve their lives
• We are accessible and known to all for the best, impartial advice
• We influence policy for a more equal and inclusive society

Our values

• We care about what we do and the people we work with
• We champion justice, fairness and equality
• We adapt to keep pace with a changing world

What skills/experience do you need to have?

You don’t need any specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to:

• Understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities of being a trustee.
• Be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different from your own.
• Have good listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to exercise good independent judgement.
• Have good numeracy skills to understand accounts with the support of the Treasurer.
• Be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection.
• Be willing to undertake training for your role.

What’s in it for you?

• Make a positive impact for local people by ensuring Citizens Advice Cheshire West is sustainable and able to meet the needs of the community.
• Build relationships with staff, volunteers and other trustees.
• Build on your governance, leadership and strategy skills.
• Increase your employability.

And we’ll reimburse expenses too.

Citizens Advice Service

The Citizens Advice service is made up of national Citizens Advice and a network of around 290 local Citizens Advice members. 

The Citizens Advice service is based on four principles:

• Independent - We will always act in the interests of our clients, without influence from outside bodies
• Impartial - We don’t judge our clients or make assumptions about them.  Our service is open to everyone and we treat everyone equally.
• Confidential - We won’t pass anything on what a client tells us, or even the fact they have visited, without permission.
• Free - No client has to pay for any part of the service we provide.

We help resolve people’s problems by accessing a large electronic information system to ensure our clients are given accurate, up-to-date information on their rights and responsibilities. We also aim to change policies and practices that affect our clients, and we call this Research and Campaigns.

What does Citizens Advice Cheshire West do?

Citizens Advice Cheshire West provides general and specialist legal help to everyone in the Cheshire West area.

We give advice to help people overcome the problems they face, in areas such as benefits, debt, employment, housing, relationships and immigration.

We use our knowledge about our clients’ problems to identify trends and campaign to improve the policies and practices that affect people's lives.

We have specialist services including money advice, welfare rights, and energy advice, Help to Claim and Pension Wise service. 

Our local service has over 100 trained volunteers and paid staff.  We deal with over 15,000 clients each year, via face to face interviews, over the telephone and through email & webchat.

Our aim is to provide “impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities”, irrespective of who they are and what background they are from. We encourage all staff and volunteers to welcome diversity, to respect the individuality of each person and value their contributions.

Everyone that uses or needs our service needs to know that we are free, impartial, confidential and independent. We want people to feel comfortable using our service, know that they can get advice when they need it and receive a good service that meets their needs.

What does a trustee have to do?

• Complete an induction.
• Gain and maintain an awareness of how Citizens Advice Cheshire West operates.
• Read papers for Board meetings and attend 7 meetings per year.
• Be willing to work on projects with other trustees and/or paid staff.
• Attend 1 Trustee Development Day per year.
• Take an active discussion during board meetings and work with other trustees to: 
• set policy and strategy direction, set targets and evaluate the performance of Citizens Advice Cheshire West;
• Make a positive impact for local people by ensuring Citizens Advice Cheshire West is sustainable and able to meet the needs of the community;
• Build relationships with staff, volunteers and other trustees;
• seek the views of all sections of the community and monitor how well the service meets the needs of the local community;
• ensure that the service plans for the recruitment and turnover of staff and volunteers; and 
• review its own work and how effectively it operates including action for improvement.
• monitor the financial position ensuring that it operates within its means and objectives, ensuring that there are clear lines of accountability for day to day financial management;
• ensure that all the finances and supporting financial control systems are in order including that full financial records are kept for all transactions, that money is only spent for the purpose given, and that proper financial controls are in place to safeguard the organisation’s resources;

How much time do you need to give?

• There are at least 5 two-hour Trustee Board meetings per year, usually held between 5pm and 7pm.
• 1 day per year to attend a Trustee Board Development Day.
• Trustees may be asked to attend additional meetings from time to time, including during office hours.

Valuing inclusion

Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBT+ and non-binary people, and people from Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.

If you are interested in becoming a trustee and would like to discuss flexibility and how we can support you, please contact us. 

Contact details

If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Nicki Berg, Head of People:

To apply 

To apply, please download and complete our application form on our website.

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.

Do you want to feel as though you are helping to save lives every day?  When volunteering for YAA as a Trustee that is exactly what you will be doing! We are looking to appoint a new Trustee to join the highly respected Board of Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) and to continue our exciting journey.

YAA is a lifesaving charity for the Yorkshire region. It exists to save lives by delivering highly skilled doctors and critical care paramedics, by air or rapid response vehicle to critically ill patients in the region. Together with its supporters, YAA pushes the boundaries in pre-hospital emergency medical care to measurably improve patient outcomes.  

We are looking to appoint a new Trustee to the Board and we are particularly seeking individuals that bring current, live, relevant experience of fundraising, ideally in the charity sector, to complement the skills and backgrounds of existing Trustees. This role would also have direct line management responsibility for our two Directors of Fundraising. They will also be the voice on the Trustee Board for this crucial area and be able to represent the complexities of Fundraising to the board. As a collaborative and involved Board, we are seeking individuals who are genuinely interested in YAA and are prepared to spend time outside of Board meetings getting to know the organisation, supporting the Senior Management Team and being involved in events and fundraising activities. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

If you would like to be part of this high-profile, successful regional Charity and think that your skills and experience fit the bill for this exciting role… we look forward to hearing from you!

Please visit our website for a full job pack along with details of how to apply.

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a dedicated and efficient Human Resources Manager to support our charity in developing and managing our HR strategy, policies and processes.

About Us

Emerge Worldwide's work involves raising awareness surrounding some of the key issues that lead to sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, and its destructive consequences. The work focuses on prevention of the issues, victim identification and support through advocacy, public support and empowerment of communities.

We make an impactful difference in the lives of children, young people, women and professionals as well as organisations and businesses through education and support. There has been a 10% increase in sexual exploitation and sex trafficking against children, and 99% of victims in the commercial sex industry are female. 

How you can help

It is a great opening to gain valuable experience in the human trafficking sector through Emerge Worldwide. As HR Manager, you will crucially ensure ethical, professional and effective management of volunteers and staff is maintained.

The positive impact of the HR Manager role ensures that the organisation can better serve its mission to combat sexual exploitation and sex trafficking.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual with the passion and drive for Human Resources, who will play a key role in shaping our HR policies, supporting our team, and ensuring a positive and effective work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention of volunteers and staff
• Develop HR policies and procedures aligned with best practices
• Manage performance management and Development
• Provide guidance on employment law and HR compliance
• Foster a positive and productive organisational culture
• Deliver on training and development initiatives

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven HR experience (manager level desirable)
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and best practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for charitable work and making a difference in people’s lives for a great cause

Time Commitment

Up to 5 hours per week

What you will gain:

• Make a real difference in people’s lives and gain valuable experience in a charitable organisation
• Be part of bringing positive change to women & girls lives, and our communities
• Work with a passionate and supportive team
• Utilise your HR experience and skills in an organisation advocating for a great cause

We are a welcoming team, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging volunteer experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.

If you're interested in using your HR skills for a great mission, we'd love to hear from you!

Before you apply

The recruitment process includes an interview, and we will request references and a DBS on successful appointment.

Join us and make a real difference to local families

Being a parent can be lonely, frustrating, and overwhelming. Home-Start is there for families when they need it the most.

Our longstanding Chair and Treasurer are standing down. We require

• an experienced Chair
• a Treasurer with financial management experience, preferably in a non-profit
• two members with experiences that will add insight into the challenges families with young children in South Wiltshire face. We welcome interest from all backgrounds/skill sets and are particularly keen to find people with HR experience.

You can help children in South Wiltshire have the best start in life. We would love to hear from you.

“The team feels like ordinary people doing extraordinary things for families.” Volunteer

“Been amazing, knowing I’ve got that (volunteer visit) to look forward to in a difficult week, she listens, she’s great, helps to know I have her visit when I’m having a difficult week.” Mum

“Families who are lucky enough to have Home-Start involvement flourish. Home-Start can connect with families who would otherwise struggle to gain access to their communities while they are vulnerable and coping with difficult and sometimes complex situations. Home-Start is not duplicated by other services and if not in South Wiltshire some families would slip between the statutory agencies.” Health Visitor, South Wiltshire

Mencap New Forest is seeking a Chair of Trustees to lead our Board, drive our vision, and champion people with learning disabilities. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on our community.

What will you be doing?

Role Summary

Our Board of Trustees work to improve the lives of people with a learning disability, exercising good governance and following all necessary policies and procedures. 

The Chair of Trustees will:

• Provide leadership and direction to the board of Trustees and enable the Board to fulfill their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. 
• Ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation/regulations. 
• Work in partnership with the chief executive, senior staff members and support the employees, helping them achieve the aims of the organisation; and to optimise the relationship between the Board of Trustees and the staff. 
• Facilitate the Board of Trustees in stimulating well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.

What are we looking for?

Person Specification

As an organisation we are particularly keen to ensure that our Trustees are fully representative of the community in which we work and we would warmly welcome applications from people with a diverse range of background, ethnicity, gender, culture and physical ability. 

Essential

• Commitment to the charity’s objects, aims and values and willingness to devote time to carry out responsibilities. 
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship and adhering to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. 
• Strategic and forward looking vision in relation to the charity’s objects and aims. 
• Good, independent judgement, political impartiality and the ability to think creatively in the context of the organisation and external environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to respect the confidences of colleagues. 
• Balancing tact and diplomacy with willingness to challenge and constructively criticise. 

 Desirable

• Leadership skills exercised through a period change
• Experience of chairing meetings, committee work, some experience of charity fundraising

What difference will you make?

As Chair of Trustees, you will have a profound impact on the future of New Forest Mencap. Your leadership will help us continue and expand our vital services, from social clubs and life skills workshops to advocacy and employability support. By shaping our strategy and ensuring strong governance, you will enable us to reach more people with learning disabilities, empower their families, and build a more inclusive community.

Time commitment

Trustee appointments will initially be for a term of 3 years which may be extended to a second term, or more. The Board of Trustees currently meets monthly in New Milton. We aim to meet for 2 hours, although recent increased activity has tended to extend the time to 3 hours. *The Board recognizes that it would be better to move to a bi-monthly or quarterly schedule, and would like to do so in future. Trustees receive Committee meeting papers a week before the meeting to enable them to prepare for the meeting.

We have a fantaastic opportunity for you to join our Board of Trustees in a growing and expanding organisation that makes a difference in the lives of women and girls, preventing exploitation and trafficking and advocating for a life of freedom, dignity and empowerment.

Emerge Worldwide is a humanitarian organisation whose purpose is to advocate and raise awareness against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, focused on women and girls. Our activities provide interventions, tools and resources in prevention work, as we seek to end it everywhere. 

We help and support those suffering trauma, and who are victims of sexual exploitation and sex trafficking and empower survivors of this horrific crime, to go on and live independent successful lives.

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. 

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees, who will partner with us in our dedication and fight to combatting this heinous crime. We are keen to receive your application if you have human rights, fundraising, or sexual exploitation / sex trafficking experience.

We are keen to receive applications with experience in any of the following areas:

• human rights

• fundraising / income generation

• asylum seekers / refugees

• sexual exploitation / sex trafficking

Your experience will help to support Emerge Worldwide to engage in high-level discussions and actions, which will position and promote our voice and impact, create positive change within the humanitarian and modern slavery sectors and deliver on our purpose to end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking everywhere.

Duties

• Support and provide advice on Emerge Worldwide’s purpose, vision, mission, goals and activities. 

• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

• Oversee Emerge Worldwide’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. 

• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.

• Keep abreast of changes in Emerge Worldwide’s operating environment.

• Contribute to regular reviews of Emerge Worldwide’s own governance. Attend Board meetings and adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Emerge Worldwide’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.

• Contribute to the broader promotion of Emerge Worldwide’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

As a small charity, there will be times when the 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.

Personal skills and qualities

• Enthusiasm and commitment to Emerge Worldwide vision, mission, purpose and work.

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member with good governance.

• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussions. 

• Good independent judgement.

• A strong personal commitment to equality and diversity.

• Willingness to lead according to our values.

• Fulfilling the criteria of a charity trustee the essential trustee 

Terms of office

• Trustees are appointed for a minimum of 2 years of office

• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment

• Attending quarterly Board meetings annually - currently meetings are held remotely.

• Trustees are encouraged to attend all staff in-person meetings which run 3 times annually plus any relevant training days.

You will be part of a professional, friendly and skilled Board of Trustees.

We are a welcoming organisation, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.

Apply and help us end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking for good!

Application:

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your motivation for the role and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. 

If you do have any questions, our HR Manager can arrange to speak with you or communicate with you by email.

Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.

Increasing your influence and network though Board membership

We are looking for five new trustees to join our Board and work collaboratively to support the Science Council to: strengthen the collective impact of the science community for public benefit; work effectively with our community of 35 member organisations (collective membership of over 320,000 scientists, technicians and educators); inspire and empower the science workforce to strive towards professional excellence.  Our ambition is to see a diverse and growing science profession that is trusted, respected and is equipped to deliver national ambitions.

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 year, we are particularly keen to recruit people with experience in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Talent Management.

You will be joining us at an exciting time, as we enter our new strategic period. Over the next three years, we will continue to focus on what we do best: upholding high professional standards, facilitating knowledge exchange, and strengthening connections across the science community and beyond. We are also looking to be more ambitious and widen our engagement with employers of scientists, and through our continued relationship with the Gatsby Charitable Foundation, continue to increase awareness of careers in science through our technical pathways project.

This is your opportunity to join the Board of an ambitious and well-run organisation, and play a leading role in the shaping the future of the Science Council.

Being a trustee is an excellent way of developing skills, growing your network and learning about governance.  Whatever your background and experience, Board membership will enable you to influence the future direction of the Science Council and have an impact across the scientific community and beyond.

Trustees are responsible for ensuring that the Science Council delivers on its charitable purposes and that it has the required governance and strategic direction to achieve its objectives. Trustees will be expected to use their expertise and experience to offer advice to the executive and provide oversight that ensures that the charity is resourced and administered appropriately.

Whether you are looking to take on your first trustee role or are an experienced trustee, if you have the time to commit to the role, we want to hear from you.

Hebden Bridge Arts is seeking a visionary Chair of Trustees to lead its board into a bold new chapter. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a grassroots arts organisation that’s embedded in its local landscape and community.

With a 30-year history of ambitious, community-driven projects – including 2024’s acclaimed The Man Who Planted Trees – HBA is reimagining its future in a challenging cultural climate. As Chair, you’ll guide strategic direction, strengthen governance, champion diversity, and act as a passionate ambassador for the power of the arts to transform lives.

We welcome applications from experienced leaders with a love for inclusive, creative expression and community engagement. Co-Chair applications are also encouraged.

Location: Calderdale (with hybrid flexibility)
Time Commitment: ~2 days/month | Deadline: Noon, 30 April 2025
Term: 3 years (minimum 2-year commitment) | Voluntary role (expenses covered)

Download the Chair Recruitment Pack on our website for more details.

This is an exciting time in our growth as we look to grow our governance systems, build on our successes and ensure we are a radical, dynamic organisation rooted in our anti-racist and anti-oppressive values.  We are looking for a new Chair for our Trustee board, to join us and help lead and shape the future of the organisation. 

Join Our Board of Trustees and Help Drive Positive Change!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in a team environment and want to give back to the community where you live, work, or study?

We are a local charity dedicated to providing social welfare advice, information, and support through our incredible team of staff and volunteers. We are now seeking two new Trustees to join our board and help guide our organisation forward.

Last year, we:

✅ Assisted over 15,000 clients in finding solutions to their challenges

✅ Addressed over 37,000 separate issues for those in need

✅ Secured nearly £2 million in additional income to support people during the cost-of-living crisis

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities across Cheshire West—your age, background, origins, or health conditions are not barriers. We actively seek diverse perspectives to better serve our community.

We are particularly interested in individuals with:

�� Experience in digital and AI solutions implementation
�� Expertise in volunteer engagement
�� A strong commitment to our mission, enthusiasm, and a supportive approach

However we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, skills and experience including lived experience.

What’s Involved?

As a Trustee, you will:

�� Attend at least five board meetings per year (in-person and remote, often in the evenings)

��Participate in one annual trustee development day

��Have opportunities for further involvement in shaping our work

This is a voluntary role, but all reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Volunteering does not affect state benefit entitlement.

If you’re ready to play a key role in shaping the future of our organisation, we’d love to hear from you! 

Greater Manchester Moving is a Greater Manchester charity which exists to change lives through movement, physical activity and sport. This drives everything that we do and motivates every single person engaged with our organisation. We lead, support and connect people and partners across our brilliant city-region to enable Active Lives for All, uniting communities and creating more equal and inclusive places so that people can lead happier, healthier and more fulfilled lives.

We are seeking to appoint a new Trustee to further strengthen our Board.

We are particularly interested in recruiting individuals who possess knowledge, skills, and/or experience within the public sector and wider government ecosystem. Specific areas of interest include:

· Political and administrative structures: Understanding how government bodies operate and shape public policy development.

· Public sector investment bodies: Insight into funding mechanisms and process at central, regional and devolved levels.

· Government funding policies: Knowledge of policies and priorities that guide public funding and decision making.

· Public affairs: Knowledge of the best approaches to influence public policy and decision-making processes.

· Landscape and positioning: Navigating and understanding the political environment and spotting opportunities.

· Networks: Connections to relevant teams, individuals, and decision makers.

Additionally, the successful candidate will be asked to sit on our Audit and Risk Committee. Therefore, the following knowledge, skills, and/or experience would be desirable:

· Governance, regulation and compliance: Knowledge of the rules and standards that guide charities.

· Risk management and mitigation: Identifying and addressing potential risks.

· Financial processes: Supporting financial processes and strategic financial decision making.

We are a values-led organisation guided by passion, integrity and purpose. We recognise and embrace the benefits of having an inclusive and diverse Board and see increasing diversity and inclusivity at Board level as an essential element to achieve our stated aims and objectives.

As an organisation we believe we should be reflective of the people within our communities and as such we are looking to strengthen our already talented and committed Board by recruiting Trustees from underrepresented groups. Furthermore, applicants with no previous board experience, are encouraged to apply as we provide learning and development opportunities to support Trustees in their role.

If you are seeking a role that is inspirational, developmental and one which can make a difference to the lives of people in Greater Manchester, then we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: 25 April 2025 

Interview date: 8 May 2025

Want to support a migrant organisation striving for systemic change? We are looking for a Chair to lead the board, and contribute to the governance of an organisation, whilst centring migrant voices and experiences, and embedding our campaigning and policy work within a migrant-led agenda to help make a just society for migrants a reality.

The role of an MRN Trustee

As with any small charitable organisation, we are reliant on the skills and dedication of the trustees to support the organisation. We pride ourselves on a diverse board which primarily consists of those with the lived migrant, including refugee experiences.

As a trustee, you are instrumental in ensuring that MRN is achieving its objectives and purpose, and it is complying with its governing document and other legal requirements. Trustees are key to developing and delivering the strategy that will help drive the organisation forward.

With our Chair stepping down due to capacity reasons, we are seeking a Chair to lead the board and organisation. Alongside this, through a skills audit and analysis of our gaps, we have identified the following areas of expertise to have a full complement of skills and knowledge on the board: HR, fundraising and income generation for small/medium UK charities or businesses.

We want to reflect the communities we engage with, and therefore want to continue to attract those with the lived experience of migrating or the refugee system, who are from racialised or migratised backgrounds. We are also keen for those under 25 and those living outside of London to apply.

As a trustee you will be able to apply your significant skills and abilities, while working alongside devoted and enthusiastic trustees and staff who are committed to working and campaigning for the rights of all migrants.

​ Role description for Chair of trustees

In addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, duties of the Chair include the following:

• Providing leadership to the organisation and the board by ensuring that everyone remains focused on the delivery of the organisation’s charitable purposes in order to provide greater public benefit
• ​Chairing and facilitating board meetings ​
• Giving direction to board policy-making ​
• Checking that decisions taken at meetings are implemented
• Representing the organisation at functions and meetings, and acting as a spokesperson as appropriate ​
• Bringing impartiality and objectivity to decision-making ​
• With the CEO:
  • Planning the annual cycle of board meetings and other general meetings where required, for example the AGM
  • ​Setting agendas for board and other general meetings
  • Developing the board of trustees including induction, training, appraisal and succession planning
  • Addressing conflict within the board and within the organisation, and liaising with the CEO to achieve this
• Where staff are employed:​
  • Liaising with the CEO to keep an overview of the organisation’s affairs and to provide support as appropriate

​Leading the process of supporting and appraising the performance of the CEO

Sitting on appointment and disciplinary panels

The Vice-Chair acts for the Chair when the Chair is not available and undertakes assignments at the request of the Chair

Person specification

In addition to the person specification for a trustee, the Chair should have the following qualities:

• Leadership skills
• Experience of committee work
• Tact and diplomacy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences.

In most circumstances, it would also be desirable for the Chair to have knowledge of the type of work undertaken by the organisation and a wider involvement with the voluntary sector and other networks.