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We are recruiting for new trustees for our Board, including Treasurer
Boxing Futures is a dynamic charity which works to improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of disadvantaged young people. We empower young people by building positive relationships, developing core soft skills, and increasing confidence and motivation.
Our proven, positive impact provides a springboard to re-engage with education, volunteering, and employment opportunities.
We welcome applications from people with a range of skills and experience, including people who have not been a trustee before, and from diverse backgrounds. One role is being sought with current financial experience to act as our Treasurer. Additional expertise in charity legal frameworks and charity finance would be welcomed.
The Trustees of Boxing Futures provide strategic direction, financial control, and overall assurance of effective accountability for the organisation to ensure that what we deliver in line with our mission and objectives. Trustee meetings are quarterly.
If you are interested in the Treasurer position specifically please see attachment.
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Job title: Trustee / Non-Executive Director
Salary: Voluntary - reasonable expenses are reimbursed
Location: Remote – Quarterly Board meetings are a mix of in person and online.
A full list of duties and responsibilities are available in the Trustee recruitment pack.
About us
The Emerging Futures CIC and Thrive Social Housing group inspire and empower people affected by addiction to make positive changes to their lives. We believe in equality, social justice, and strive to overcome the stigma associated with substance misuse so that everyone feels valued and respected.
We provide people with safe homes where they can connect with others, find rewarding things to do and be motivated to pay it forward.
The Emerging Futures behaviour change programmes provide a confidential space to share the lived experiences of addiction, which build confidence and resilience.
Our accredited coach training develops passionate and skilled volunteers, helping people reconnect with their community and achieve a better future.
About the role
We are recruiting new trustees and non-executive directors to our Board to play a vital role in making sure that the group achieves its core purpose.
Our trustees and non-executive directors oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that there is a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.
Just as importantly, they support and challenge the CEO and executive team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs, to enable Thrive Social Housing and Emerging Futures CIC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
For more information on Emerging Futures, the role of our trustees and non executive directors, and a person specification, please download the recruitment pack below.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the role via our website.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a two-stage process.
The initial stage will involve meeting CEO and executive team, with a final interview with board members to be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.
Sunday 4th August - Deadline for applications
Thursday 8th August – Longlisted candidate invitations to interview issued
Monday 12th August – Longlisted candidate interviews
Friday 16th August – Interview feedback, shortlisted candidates given date for final interview
Emerging Futures works across the country with people affected by homelessness, drug and alcohol problems and physical and mental health needs.
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Tanzania Development Trust - Recruitment of Two New Trustees
Tanzania Development Trust
Tanzania Development Trust (TDT) has been helping to lift people out of poverty in rural areas in Tanzania for almost 50 years. The demand for our services continues to grow, so we need additional Trustees who can help us expand and strengthen our own delivery capacity.
TDT sponsors 40-50 small rural development projects p.a., mainly in the areas of clean water, girls' education and small income generating activities. It also has longer-term partnerships with four flagship projects: a school for teenage mothers; community development through the training in sustainable agriculture and the provision of clean water; vocational training for profoundly deaf adolescents; and integrated infrastructure development in a remote village.
Its primary function is fundraising, although it provides general project management and business advice where appropriate. Around half of its income comes from individual donors, and half from Trusts & Foundations. It helps villagers in Tanzania who lack the capacity and language skills to present their projects to international donors, conducting project appraisals and monitoring project outcomes on their behalf. The projects are implemented by the villagers themselves, or by small local contractors.
TDT is run entirely by volunteers (17 regular volunteers in the UK and 16 local representatives in Tanzania). It has no paid staff, premises or overheads, so 100% of all money raised goes directly to projects in Tanzania.
The demand is enormous so we are looking for additional Trustees who can help us to grow by identifying potential donors, increasing awareness of our activities, and strengthening our project selection and monitoring procedures.
The work we do is immensely rewarding. You would be joining an organisation that is growing and adapting to meet the needs of a changing world, where helping poor people to help themselves is of great importance.
Job description
We are looking for additional Trustees who can help us to grow by identifying potential donors, increasing awareness of our activities, and strengthening our project selection and monitoring procedures.
We would like at least one of the new Trustees to help us with fund-raising by piloting more innovative and creative approaches. Experience of living or working in Tanzania is not essential, but to improve the Board’s racial diversity we would like at least one of the new Trustees to be of Tanzanian origin or have strong connections with East Africa.
The Trustees will be expected to provide direction and guidance to our volunteers in fund-raising, project appraisal and monitoring & evaluation work, and come up with new ideas about how to help our beneficiaries more effectively.
They must be willing to use their contacts and networking skills to increase awareness of our work, generate additional income and build strong partnerships with other organisations working in the same areas.
They will be conscious of changing opportunities for the rural poor in the mobile phone era, and able to think constructively about how we can use our projects to build capacity amongst our beneficiaries.
We would also welcome objective analysis of how to improve our own operations.
The position will involve around 20-40 hours of unpaid work p.a., mainly preparing for and attending Board meetings, and undertaking any necessary follow-up work. Our Board meetings, and the vast majority of our other meetings, are held on-line. Trustees wanting to add any additional functions to their work as Trustees will welcome to do so.
Application process
If you would like to know more, please email Janet Chapman, Chair of TDT, for an Information Pack.
If you are still interested, please send her your CV together with a covering note setting out why you are interested in this position.
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The Community Farm just south of Bristol is looking for an accountant and a lawyer to join our Management Committee. You will be joining a strong team of energetic and enthusiastic committee members who work closely with our senior staff team. The committee is responsible for governance, rather than operations, but as a small and young organization we are closely involved in the life of the Farm. The Community Farm is a not-for-profit organic farm. We grow, source and deliver local organic and climate-friendly food across Bristol, Bath, Chew Valley, Frome, Weston-super-Mare and places in between. Our aim is to reconnect people with land and food, and to care for the natural world - of which we are a part. Every year over fifteen hundred people benefit physically and mentally from courses, events and volunteering at The Farm.
Are you passionate about sustainable development and the value of the Commonwealth of Nations in the 21st Century? We invite applications for the role of Chair at the Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC), a UK-registered international development charity committed to pursuing sustainable solutions for the preservation and use of the planet’s natural resources.
We are looking for an individual with:
- Experience: A proven track record in governing board roles.
- Expertise: Knowledge of financial management, including cash flow and cost control.
- Passion: A genuine commitment to and understanding of sustainable development.
- Global Perspective: Understanding the value of the Commonwealth of Nations in today’s interconnected world.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to connect, network, and engage effectively.
Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome to apply.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a copy of your CV, cover letter and contact details of two references prior to the deadline on 20th November 2024.
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The Love Music Trust, Hub Lead Organisation (HLO) of the Cheshire and Wirral Music Hub, is looking for an Independent Chair of Board of Trustees, who has a passion for improving the lives of children and young people through music. The creation of the new Cheshire & Wirral Hub Area and appointment of the Love Music Trust as HLO, offers an exciting and fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to help shape the delivery of music education in the area.
The Love Music Trust is based in Sandbach, Cheshire with Board meetings held online. There are typicaly 6 meetings per year lasting 1-2 hours.
The Board provides strategic leadership and oversight of the development, planning and delivery, via a Local Music Education Plan for Cheshire & Wirral, of the National Plan for Music Education – The Power of Music to Change Lives; January 2023
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The organisation:
With over 34 years’ experience, The Welsh Refugee Council is trusted by the communities we serve and we are seen as the lead organisation in Wales for sanctuary seekers and refugees. We improve the lives of these individuals through specialised support and by influencing policy and practice. Our work supports sanctuary seekers and refugees at the most critical points in their lives, helping them find stability and start building a new life in Wales.
We help people find a place to stay, work to support themselves, access English classes, legal advice, and community networks. We provide safe spaces for young people to play with our Play Project. Our work aims to help people to feel less isolated, more informed, upskilled, integrated and empower people to speak up on the issues that affect them.
Based in the heart of our communities we deliver specialist support across Wales, from our community hubs in Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Carmarthenshire, and Wrexham.
We partner with a wide range of community, voluntary and statutory sector bodies to increase our impact and ensure our clients can flourish.
The role:
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Board of an ambitious organisation, dedicated to enhancing the support for refugees and people seeking safety. With healthy governance, a dedicated executive team, committed trustees and a continued passion to support our service users, we have a strong platform from which to operate and effect change in the communities we serve.
We are looking to appoint a Chair to lead and inspire, as well as to act as an ambassador for the organisation. The Chair will bring:
- Prior experience as a charity trustee and solid understanding of good governance practices
- Experience of operating at strategic leadership level
- Skills to influence positive change at a senior level
- Knowledge of refugee and asylum policy in Wales and UK
- Experience of acting as ambassador and raising the profile of an organisation, leading to positive outcomes
We are seeking a Chair who shares our values as well as our passion and commitment to the communities of Wales.
We are actively seeking to bring more diversity of perspectives and experience to our Board and welcome applications from currently underrepresented groups at board level.
Recruitment Timetable
- Closing Date: Friday 16 August 2024
- Interviews with Nominations panel: Week of 9 September 2024
- Nominations panel present recommendation to the board and appointment: Week of 16 September 2024
A full induction will be provided to the incoming Chair.
Be part of an exciting and visionary team as Chair of Arnolfini Arts. Guide one of Bristol’s leading contemporary arts centres into its next chapter. Lead strategic vision, foster community connections, and champion diverse artistic expression. Join them in shaping a vibrant cultural future.
Applications close at: 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th September 2024
Location: Bristol
About Arnolfini Arts
Arnolfini Arts is a prominent contemporary arts centre located in the heart of Bristol, UK. Founded in 1961 by Jeremy Rees, it has grown from a small gallery space into one of Europe’s leading centres for contemporary arts. Named after Jan van Eyck’s famous painting, “The Arnolfini Portrait,” the centre embodies a deep commitment to artistic innovation, community engagement, and cultural enrichment.
Arnolfini Arts is a beacon of contemporary culture, offering a dynamic and inclusive space for artistic exploration and public engagement. Its rich history, innovative programming, and deep community ties make it a cornerstone of the arts in Bristol and beyond.
As it continues to evolve, Arnolfini’s dedication to fostering creativity and dialogue ensures it will remain at the forefront of the contemporary arts for years to come.
About the role
At the helm of the Arnolfini Arts, your role will be to steer the Board of Trustees in providing clear strategic direction and robust governance. Your leadership will ensure that the Board functions effectively and adheres to the highest standards of governance practices. A crucial part of your responsibilities will be fostering a close, collaborative relationship with the interim director and the team, guiding the Board through renewal and transformation as Arnolfini embarks on its next chapter.
You will be pivotal in shaping and executing Arnolfini’s strategic vision. By working closely with the Board, the Executive Team, and key stakeholders, you will help develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan. Your efforts will propel the organisation towards its vision, ensuring that all activities align with its mission and core values.
Who we are looking for
You bring a wealth of experience from senior leadership or governance roles within complex organisations, ideally within the arts, culture, or not for profit sectors.
Your deep understanding of governance is complemented by a proven track record in effectively chairing boards or committees. You will maintain accountability and transparency at all levels, fostering a culture of integrity and trust within Arnolfini Arts.
With a solid grasp of financial management, you will have substantial experience overseeing budgets, financial planning, and risk management.
Your experience supporting fundraising activities is marked by a keen ability to identify new funding opportunities and effectively engage with donors and sponsors. You will play a key role in securing the resources necessary to advance Arnolfini Arts’ initiatives and goals.
Your genuine passion for contemporary arts and culture will inform your understanding and fuel your engagement. You understand the profound impact of arts organisations such as Arnolfini Arts on community development and placemaking. This, coupled with your knowledge of the creative sector and your business acumen, positions you to effectively lead and support the organisation’s artistic and strategic endeavours.
Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable you to inspire, influence, and engage with an array of audiences.
Finally, you will be ready and willing to devote the necessary time and effort to fulfill the responsibilities of your role of 3-4 days per month.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th September 2024.
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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.
AUGIS is a surgical association for members who work within UGI surgery in the UK and we are looking for a Lay Trustee Member (who does not work in the field of surgery) to join our Council to help develop our strategy and development for both the short and long term.
The objectives of AUGIS is to improve the delivery, the results and outcome of conditions of the oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, liver and biliary tract requiring surgical treatment, through training objectives, fostering developments in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, promoting educational and academic objectives and liaising with other surgical and academic bodies. The establishment of high quality training programmes throughout the UK as a fundamental component of the Association’s activities.
Lay Trustee Role
Responsibilities
- ensure that Council exercises control over the strategic direction of the AUGIS, and that the performance of the association against its strategic objectives is properly assessed on a regular basis
- ensure that the AUGIS maintains its long-term financial sustainability, safeguards its assets, and operates proper mechanisms to ensure effective internal control, risk management and value for money
- contribute to debate and to make their knowledge, insight and expertise available to Council as needs and opportunities arise
- act fairly and impartially at all times, in the interests of the AUGIS as a whole, using independent judgement and maintaining confidentiality as appropriate
- ensure AUGIS’ growth and regular review of Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity and Sustainability policies and strategy
- ensure that the AUGIS conducts its affairs in accordance with its status as a charity and its public benefit objectives
- accept collective responsibility for the decisions reached by Council.
Expectations:
The Lay Trustee member of Council, acting in a non-executive capacity, are expected to:
- attend meetings of Council and participate in discussions, acting as a “critical friend”, contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of AUGIS strategy going forward
- question intelligently, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and decide dispassionately, listening respectfully to the views of others, inside and outside meetings of the Executive/Council
- serve as a Trustee and attend meetings of at least two Council Meetings per year and when requested Executive Meetings
- attend some of the formal or informal events of the AUGIS, as may be organised from time to time
- act as an ambassador for the AUGIS, promoting its activities in the wider community including, for example, assisting with legacy activity and corporate interaction
- attend any induction and training as may be required by the AUGIS to carry out effectively the role of a member of Council
- contribute to regular reviews of the effectiveness of Council, both collectively and individually
- submit an annual Register of Interests and Statement of Edibility declaration, and ensure that the AUGIS is notified promptly of any material changes to these details as may arise during the year.
Person Specification:
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and an understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Chief Executive. (Essential)
- Understanding and commitment to promoting and improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all sectors. (Essential)
- Understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and commitment to promoting and improving sustainability and development.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst maintaining an independent perspective. (Essential)
- An understanding of, and commitment to, the values of accountability, probity and openness. (Essential)
- Confident and effective communication skills. (Essential)
- A track record of being able to process details quickly and get to the heart of an issue. (Essential)
- Significant experience of board or committee membership in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation. (Desirable)
- Demonstrable knowledge of financial matters and accountancy. (Desirable)
- A proven track record of achievement within a related business environment.(Desirable)
- Experience of guiding and directing an organisation through strategic and structural growth during a period of significant external pressures and change (Desirable)
Experience and skills
- Senior level experience in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation;
- Board membership experience
- Strategic leadership
- Confident and effective communicator
- Knowledge and experience of the healthcare sector (not essential)
Practicalities of Appointment
Term of office: Three years.
Time commitment: Estimated to total the equivalent of 3-5 full days per year, including any involvement in the work of relevant Council committees.
Remuneration: Appointments to Council are in the nature of public service appointments and no remuneration is made.
Expenses: Lay members of Council are eligible to claim reimbursement of travelling expenses for attendance at meetings of Council and any committee or other body to which they are appointed. In addition to the above, travelling expenses will also be reimbursed in respect of any necessary duties arising from membership of Council or other bodies. This would include, for example, fact-finding visits to another institution, participation in induction and development events, and attendance at briefing meetings with officers. All claims will be dealt with on the same terms and conditions as apply to AUGIS staff.
Application Process
We will require all applicants to complete an application form setting out how they meet the required qualities of the role, and return it with a CV to Nichola Bartlett at AUGIS. We will convene a shortlisting panel to consider who will be invited for interview, with the candidate who best fits the criteria will be recommended for appointment, with Council making the final decision.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 31st July 2024
Interview date: 14th August 2024
Location: London/Online
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Been There is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join a small, supportive and dynamic team as a Trustee and Secretary of the board.
What will you be doing?
Main Responsibilities:
● To liaise with the chair and chief executive to plan, arrange and produce agendas and supporting papers for trustee meetings and for drafting the subsequent minutes
● To act as charity secretary and ensure that charity law, and regulatory requirements of reporting and public accountability are complied with
● Ensure that all meetings comply with the requirements of the governing document
● Arranging and administrating trustee meetings and any sub-committees in line with legal, and other regulatory requirements, and in accordance with the governing document
● Advise and guide the board on any legal and regulatory implications of the charity’s strategic plan
● Acting as the custodian of the governing document, in liaison with the trustees, reviewing its appropriateness and monitoring that the charity’s activities reflect the objects set out in the governing document. Also, to act as the holder of statutory registers and books, and other legal and important documents such as insurance policies
● Supporting the trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities, organising trustee induction and ongoing training
● Ensuring that trustee decisions are implemented in accordance with the charity’s governing document or other internal operational procedures
● Ensuring the charity’s stationery, including electronic communications (emails, websites etc), orders, invoices, cheques and other relevant documents include all the details required under company law and, if applicable, charity law and/or VAT law
● Plan and prepare the committee meetings and AGM with others as appropriate (planning dates, booking rooms, sending out minutes and other papers
● Minute committee meetings or ensure another minute taker is available
● Accurately record decisions and actions in the minutes and report to the next committee meeting on the progress of actions and the result of decisions
What are we looking for?
Person Specification:
Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with any body image issues and related mental health concerns. Experience, skills and expertise in charity law, an interest in the well-being of people combined with an in-depth understanding of our work and ambitions are particularly sought.
Knowledge, skills and understanding:
- Record keeping, information retrieval and dissemination of Management Committee data/documentation to the trustees and relevant parties
- Writing agendas and concise minutes
- Knowledge of Charity law and the voluntary sector
- Commitment to the organisation and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
- Preparedness to make recommendations to the board and a willingness to speak their mind with diplomacy
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to promoting equality and diversity.
- Ability to organize time and work to deadlines.
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If this position isn't right for you then please take a look at our profile as we have a number of positions we are recruiting for :)
We are an app-based charity that connects people over 18 with a vetted and trained Mentor (who has also 'been there') to help with body image issues.
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OVERVIEW
Poltimore House Trust is a registered charity dedicated to the restoration of an historic mansion just outside Exeter. Despite an arson attack which caused severe damage to the House, the Trust Board’s commitment to restoration as a focal point for the arts, business, communities and wellbeing remains undiminished. A new Board has been recruited over the last two years, bringing a wide range of professional expertise and experience to the Trust.
In addition to the House, the Trust owns 13.6 acres of the historic estate and established a popular Café in 2022 which was unaffected by the fire. The Board is committed to developing a strategy for the Grounds which blends heritage restoration, biodiversity and a unique visitor experience.
The Grounds are maintained by a committed team of some 30 regular volunteers, and a campaign is currently underway to increase recruitment. Corporate volunteering has also grown recently and the Trust is seeking further opportunities to develop this valuable area of support further. The Board recognises that, as a volunteer-led organisation, we need to build a positive culture which delivers high levels of satisfaction for those who give us their time.
We are therefore seeking a Trustee with appropriate skills to take the lead in the recruitment, care and deployment of our growing team of volunteers. This is a hands on role which will involve a presence on site for at least one day a week, as well as participation in Board and Committee meetings. In return, you will be a highly valued member of the Board, playing a key role in the restoration of this historic House and Grounds.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Trustee with the skills required to deliver the duties and tasks outlined below, and to act as a full member of our Board.
The principal responsibility is to ensure a positive and satisfying experience for our volunteers, including their deployment on tasks which make a tangible contribution to the maintenance and improvement of the Grounds.
In more detail:
- To take lead responsibility for supporting volunteers.
- To liaise with the Lead Trustee (Grounds) in agreeing work schedules and allocating tasks.
- To arrange inductions for new volunteers.
- To put volunteer training in place where necessary.
- To help ensure that all volunteers feel valued, respected and supported, and that their skills and energies are being put to good use.
- To keep the Board engaged and informed about developments relating to volunteers.
QUALITIES
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Willingness and ability to inspire, support and guide volunteers.
- A positive, friendly and sympathetic outlook.
- The ability to communicate clearly.
- An interest in, or experience of grounds maintenance or gardening.
- A strong commitment to the Trust’s mission and purpose.
- Willingness to commit a minimum of 5 - 6 hours per week.
Poltimore House Trust aims to creative a positive and nurturing environment for all our volunteers, and is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.
We welcome everyone from our community as a volunteer and will not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, disability or impairment, age, race, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, trade union activity, HIV or marital status, religion or belief, or similar bases.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact Dr Peter Totterdill, Chair of Trustees, for an informal discussion via Reach.
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Empower change: Join BBS UK as Chairperson and make a lasting impact.
Applications close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 6th August 2024.
Location: Remote/UK
About BBS UK
Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) is a rare, complex genetic disorder that causes blindness, learning disabilities, and obesity, along with other symptoms. BBS UK is the only UK charity dedicated to helping individuals with BBS and their loved ones. Our aim is to offer wraparound support to those impacted by BBS, to empower them to live the lives they choose, as valued members of society.
BBS UK provides advocacy services, NHS clinic support, up-to-date publications, and events that connect our community members and help them to navigate living with Bardet-Biedl syndrome. Through these projects, we aim to ensure that those who seek our help are supported, connected, and empowered to achieve the best possible outcome.
We have a team of eight dedicated part-time staff members who facilitate the delivery of these services, and volunteers who assist with our events. We support approximately 550 individuals with BBS each year.
It’s an exciting time to join our work! We aim to expand our team, improve our communication channels, and increase our overarching community benefit, all within the next few years.
About the role
BBS UK are looking for a new Chairperson to contribute to the development and success of our charity.
We are looking for an experienced, professional and compassionate Chairperson to lead our Board of Trustees, many of whom have lived experience of BBS.
You will support and lead on our strategic planning, deliver on all governance requirements, and be a highly visible member of our BBS UK community.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for someone with:
· Strong leadership skills
· Excellent communication skills who can liaise with board members, staff, service users, medical professionals and other stakeholders
· Experience in charity governance, as a Chair or Vice-Chair
· Passion for making a difference, with a particular interest in empowering persons with disabilities
· A proven track record in developing strategic initiatives and steering an organisation forward, ensuring continued growth and success
· Integrity, dedicated to abiding by our charity’s ethos and ethical principles
As a BBS UK Trustee, you will have:
· Induction, training, and reimbursable expenses
· Opportunities to make strategic decisions and develop new skills
· Occasions to network with likeminded organisations and professionals
· Influence to shape innovative projects
· Capability to make a real difference for the well-being of our BBS community
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 6th August 2024.
Alike is a charity with one simple mission: To end the loneliness and isolation that people impacted by cancer experience. We exist to empower our community to make meaningful connections through seamless digital experiences which help people find their sense of belonging. We were created for people impacted by cancer, by people with cancer.
Driven by our mission and inspired by the start-up mentality, we operate with agility and pace. In 2021, we launched our ground-breaking iOS and Android app as a space exclusively for the cancer community to connect. Now we’re looking to scale nationwide, and we need your help to do it. Alike is the only non-for-profit organisation providing a large scale, tailored peer support platform across all ages and diagnoses, whether someone’s facing a sleepless night or a lonely weekend.
We're looking for a treasurer to join our scaling charity! We are particularly interested in people who have demonstrable experience in finance, either evidenced by qualifications or experience (or both), as well as a good understanding of the charity financial landscape. Read more about what we are looking for in more detail below.
Our Trustees:
Our board of trustees is essential to Alike’s mission. Working as a team, they take shared responsibility for maintaining alignment between our vision, strategy and day-to-day operations. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team, driving Alike’s growth, inspiring new approaches, and helping us scale. Their perspective, insights, passion and collective experience is crucial to our mission as we continue combating loneliness and isolation throughout the cancer community.
Your Responsibilities:
Joining our board of trustees is a commitment to Alike’s mission as well as our products. We need our trustees to not just believe in our potential, but to authentically champion it. Our ideal treasurer can clearly envision Alike taking a leading role in combating isolation in the cancer community - and in making a lasting, positive change. We’re looking for an active, engaged and experienced individual to join our existing board during this thrilling period of growth and innovation.
Beyond that, you would be required to collaborate on certain statutory duties (listed below), and to provide advice and guidance throughout Alike’s new initiatives. The power of our board lies in a diversity of viewpoints, so your unique combination of specialist knowledge, skills and experiences is key to success in this role.
We would expect you to contribute this set of skills to the board’s shared responsibility: making sound decisions for the charity’s direction. This would include - but by no means be limited to - scrutinising board papers, leading meetings, chairing discussions and taking an active role in board meetings.
Time Commitment:
- Regular board meetings (6 per year, 3 in-person meetings, 3 virtual)
- Additional time for sub-committee work and strategic planning
- Flexible availability for brief ad-hoc advisory calls or meetings
- Attendance at our Annual General Meeting in central London
Skills and Experience:
- An understanding of the challenges faced by those living with cancer and the impact of emerging technology in addressing these challenges
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style
- Excellent financial literacy evidenced by experience, qualifications or both!
- An understanding the financial landscape of the charity sector including grant management, trading subsidiaries (also known as ‘trading arms’) and the Charities Commission SORP
- Knowledge of and/ or experience of the annual reporting responsibilities of charities
If you’re interested in joining Alike on our mission to bring comfort, support and community to the millions of people impacted by cancer across the UK, then we would love to hear from you.
You might not necessarily tick every single box - and that’s okay: if you’ve got the passion and you feel confident that this role is for you, please do get in touch anyway. You may still be the perfect fit.
Please write a personalised cover letter, telling us why you'd be a great fit for this position and why you want to join Alike's Board of Trustees.
Raising Futures Kenya supports young people in Kenya to become self-reliant and live free from poverty, through technical vocational training and business skills courses, and specialised support such as counselling. We are a small, award-winning charity who are actively shifting power to our Kenyan partner NGO.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join our Board of Trustees as the Treasurer, to oversee the appropriate management of charity finances, adhering to relevant regulatory compliance, and to lead on reporting on the financial situation to the Board.
We are in Year 2 of our 5 year Strategic Plan, where the focus is on shifting the decision making power to our partner NGO in Kenya. Ultimately our long-term goal is to not be needed, but we realise the funding landscape is a long way off that at the moment.
As one of our Trustees you'll be part of an award-winning small charity who is leading the way in ethical development, primarily by actively shifting power and decision making to our incredible partner NGO in Kenya. We're a small charity but we definitely have a big impact and want to share our learning and knowledge with other NGOs who want to follow the same path of shifting power. We don't just talk about what we want to do, we get it done.
Volunteering your time as a Board member is a two-way street, we want to ensure you get something from it too, so we'll do all we can to ensure you get any experience, training or skills you'd like.
Please see the detailed role description for more information about our charity and what the role entails. Please do not hesitate to contact Kirsty, the CEO, in advance of applying if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Our mission is to create opportunities with children and young people in Kenya to break the cycle of poverty and inequality and fulfil their potential
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