Trustee

Trustee with HR, EDI or Fundraising Background

Citizens Advice Liverpool (Wavertree), Picton Road, Liverpool, UK - Hybrid or Remote considered

What will you do?

Citizens Advice are seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees with expertise in any two from three areas of expertise: Human Resources, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), and Fundraising. As a Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our organisation, offering guidance and support in key areas such as HR practices, EDI initiatives, and fundraising efforts. We are looking for individuals who are committed to making a positive impact and who bring valuable skills and insights to help us achieve our mission and ensure the sustainability and growth of Citizens Advice Liverpool.

While previous governance experience is welcome, it is not essential. We provide a full induction and training to all out Trustees so if you have a passion for HR/ EDI or fundraising and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

What skills do you need to have?

• Understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities as trustees
• Be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
• Have good listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to exercise good independent judgement
• Be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
• Have a genuine passion for our mission of providing free, confidential, impartial and independent advice.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, broadening the diversity of thinking on Citizens Advice Liverpool’s board

What's in it for you?

• A chance to make a positive impact for people in your local area by ensuring the local Citizens Advice is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community
• You will meet people and build relationships with trustees, staff and other volunteers
• An opportunity to grow your governance, leadership and strategy skills
• Develop skills to increase your employability

Valuing Inclusion

we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive Board of Trustees that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that increasing the diversity of our board will enhance our ability to deliver meaningful and effective services.

We particularly encourage applications from people who are currently underrepresented on our board, including individuals from communities of colour, disabled people, those with physical or mental health conditions,

LGBTQIA+ people, and individuals with diverse gender identities. We welcome candidates from all socioeconomic backgrounds and value the perspectives and experiences they bring.