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To take an active role in the charity activities. Responsible for governance, safeguarding and strategic direction of the charity with other board members. To work in partnership and to support contractors and volunteers helping them to achieve the aims of the organisation.
- Ensure the charity is run in accordance with the governing document, charity law, company law and that the decisions of the board and any other appropriate legislation or regulations are upheld.
- Ensure the charity pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
- Work within SDAC’s Safeguarding Children and Adults policies at all times.
- Assisting with the development of strategic plans and ensuring the charity operates efficiently.
- Assisting in setting organisational aims and objectives and setting priorities.
- Supporting other trustees in their roles.
- Assisting with reports and being responsible for own secretarial work.
- Attending and actively participating in monthly Zoom board meetings on a Tuesday from 6.30 to 8.30pm and yearly AGM.
- Seek out new opportunities to work with vulnerable residents in Surrey to promote the success of SDAC Ltd.
· Take delegated roles/tasks for the Board as discussed and agreed with the
Chair and report back to the Board.
· Ensure the charity’s confidentiality and safeguarding policies are adhered to with regards to the management of the charity.
· Attending in person meetings with volunteers in Guildford.
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Could you help make a difference to those affected by hostage-taking and arbitrary detention? An exciting opportunity is open for individuals to apply as trustees for the board of Hostage International.
It is a chance to play a part in leading our international charity in supporting families during and after a kidnap or arbitrary detention, and hostages when they return home.
We also run a training and education programme in family support for organisations who operate in high-risk zones, and when appropriate we advocate for improved policy and practice in family and post-release support.
Our work is delivered by a small team of experienced staff, supported by volunteers, and governed by our dedicated board of trustees.
We are open to applicants from the UK and internationally from within our key countries of operation.
The minimum expected time commitment for trustees is four, half-day, board meetings (either in person or virtual depending on geographical availability), plus preparation for these meetings. We aim for at least one full in-person board meeting per year. On top of this, there may be ad-hoc meetings around training or specific governance topics, and/or working groups to join on a voluntary basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Trustee Board Member & Finance Committee Chair
Voluntary / Homebased
About the Jon Egging Trust (JET)
At JET, we support vulnerable young people to get back on track and realise their potential; more than 40,000 young people right across the UK to date, and there’s so much more we can do. We’re an organisation that really values its people and we’re immensely proud that our team culture is based on caring and raising each other up.
Jon Egging Trust – Inspiration, Teamwork, Leadership, Employability
Why you should join the JET family:
JET is in an exciting stage of expansion and national recognition, and we are always looking for fresh thinking and positive ideas to enhance and further energise our committed board of trustees and committees. Being a Trustee of JET is a rewarding and fulfilling role:
· Opportunity to work with and learn from like-minded, experienced and accomplished trustee colleagues
· Driving towards a common goal of helping grow the quality and reach of a brilliant and unique, established charity
· Networking opportunities among JETs corporate, military and individual partners and supporters as we develop our work with and through them
The most effective Boards benefit from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets. Across the JET team we cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better outcomes for our young people.
What the Finance Trustee role entails:
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Trustee to join our Board and become a member and chair of our Finance Committee (FC), with specific skills and expertise in financial management, ideally bringing charity finance experience.
Our Trustee Board is the legal entity, which is ultimately responsible for everything that the Trust does and is accountable for the organisation's financial regularity and all other aspects of propriety. Trustee Council is made up a group of volunteers who hold the financial and legal responsibility for everything the Trust does. They bring a wide range of knowledge, expertise and experience to the charity and are responsible for approving our strategic plans, annual budget and Annual Report & Accounts.
The Finance Committee (FC) is a sub-committee of our Board that assures we have suitable financial systems and controls in place, that they are working effectively, and that risks are properly identified, managed, mitigated and reported. FC is currently chaired by a long serving member of the Board.
What we ask of you and your time:
Our Board meets at least every 3 months remotely/virtually via Teams. Board meetings tend to be held on weekday evenings lasting approximately 1.5 hours, normally starting at 6pm. Board papers are circulated 1-week prior to each meeting to enable plenty of time to read through and ask questions prior to the meeting.
Our Finance Committee meet at least every 3 months, around a week in advance of the Board. Again, these meetings are remote/virtual, generally lasting 1.5 hours, normally on a weekday afternoon.
The role is meant to be compatible with a full-time job and caring responsibilities, and we always aim for trustee input to be as flexible and time-efficient as possible. We are always open to new ideas to make our Board and Committee rhythm accessible and reasonable for our members.
We welcome individuals who have:
· Strong empathy with JET’s mission.
· Significant experience of strategic financial leadership, ideally including charity finances.
· Demonstrable experience of working at a senior leadership team or Board level.
· Good, unprejudiced judgement and strategic vision.
· An understanding, awareness, and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how they could contribute to JET’s lifechanging work and why they would like to join as a Trustee. For more information please take a look at our latest Trustee Annual Report: JET Trustee Annual Report and Accounts FY23 Signed
If you have any additional questions or would like an informal chat with the Director of Operations and Finance, please contact through our website
Child and adult at risk protection policy statement:
The Jon Egging Trust is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for everyone involved in its services and activities. The Trust takes its extended moral and legal duty of care very seriously in relation to children, young people, staff and volunteers. We seek to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and to protect them from harm or abuse when they engage in any of our activities. JET expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.