Trustee

We are a multi award winning charity, and our vision is to make food poverty, loneliness and food waste a thing of the past for every community. Charity trustees play a very important role in making sure that the charity is run in the interests of the people it is there to support.

We are currently looking to expand the board from seven to nine trustees and to enhance our skills and knowledge around fundraising and operations.  At FoodCycle the trustees ensure that the charity has a clear strategy, and that its work and goals are in line with its vision. We also safeguard the charity’s assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation. We make sure these are used well and that the charity is run sustainably.

You will be committed, astute and community minded, with the ability to think flexibly, challenge when needed, and be willing to speak your mind. It would be helpful if you have experience in areas such as governance, hospitality or food retail, policy development, income generation, or volunteers, however this is not essential.

As a Trustee you would attend Board meetings, usually held in central London or virtually, four times a year (usually between 4pm and 7pm). You are asked to attend the FoodCycle annual conference held on a weekend in October and a Trustee Away Day held in January.

We currently have three committees: Governance; Audit and Risk; Trading and Fundraising. You would be expected to join one of these committees to facilitate the work of the board. Each committee meets either once or twice for one hour between Board meetings.

Trustees serve three years on the FoodCycle Board with an option to extend. Please note this position is unremunerated. FoodCycle will reimburse reasonable expenses.

How to apply:  Please upload a CV of no more than two sides, and a covering note/letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are suitable for the role. Please include your interest and motivation in applying for this position. Please apply via our vacancy website.

Deadline for your application:  5pm Friday 31st January 2025

Interviews: planned for week commencing Monday 10th February 2025

Inclusivity: FoodCycle is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Safeguarding: Safeguarding is everyone’s business – FoodCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. This role will therefore require a satisfactory DBS check.​​

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