Trustee Volunteer Roles
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Could your financial skills help transform the lives of people in need in Bradford?
Each year, we help over 5,000 people in Bradford overcome obstacles preventing them from achieving their potential. For example, we save people from being evicted, we challenge unfair benefits decisions, we help people manage debts, and we tackle complex immigration issues. Our free, expert advice gives people the skills and confidence they need to address their problems and move on with their lives.
We are seeking a Treasurer with senior-level, strategic financial expertise to join our Board – this volunteer role will appeal to someone wishing to use their skills and experience to help improve the lives of thousands of people across our city.
The Treasurer attends 6 board meetings a year and chairs our Finance Sub-committee. Meetings are typically held on weekday evenings.
Please see the role description attached. Closing date: 9 August 2024
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Treasurer (trustee) for Home-Start Bracknell Forest
Do you have financial skills and enthusiasm to help an organisation that supports families of young children?
You could be the next Treasurer for Home-Start Bracknell Forest, and help drive our vision.
Set up in 1993, we support families with at least one child under five in Bracknell Forest. We are an independent charity, and although associated with the federation of Home-Start UK, our trustees independently govern our direction and manage our finances. As the cost of living crises impact on families, we’re needed more than ever; our trustees are planning our future, and need good financial governance in order to survive and grow.
Our income in 2024/25 will be ~£140k, so we’re a small charity, with a big impact.
The role and what we are looking for in a new Treasurer
Our Board includes people with experience and skills in support for Early Years; we’d expect our new Treasurer to have empathy with our cause and the families we support.
As someone with a professional background in accounting or finance, you’ll use your expertise to help ensure sound fiscal decision-making across all Home-Start Bracknell Forest projects. We’d strongly welcome your financial or bookkeeping qualifications, although our finances aren’t complex. An understanding of how charity finance works is important, of course, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly, especially to other trustees. Support from our employees is always available, as they will be dealing with the day-to-day finances.
You don’t necessarily need prior experience of charity trusteeship, as support from local charity-support organisations is always available. Full induction to our organisation will be provided, plus specialist support as a new trustee including access to external training.
We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We are looking for fresh expertise and experience from a variety of backgrounds to our charity. We want to expand the diversity of our Board, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups.
The focus of a trustee role is strategic, and trustees will not be expected to get involved in the organisation’s operations on a day-to-day basis; however, contact and liaison with other trustees and employees is expected.
We ask for about eight hours per month, although that may vary throughout the year, increasing at Year End and AGM, reducing at other times; that includes preparation for and attendance at Board meetings.
You will need access to digital communications, as much of our charity’s business is run that way.
How to apply
A detailed Role Description and Skills Specification can be made available to you upon request.Trustee appointments are subject to satisfactory references, to completion of an online Safeguarding course and an Enhanced DBS check.
Your CV or similar will be read by our existing trustees, and an online interview offered as soon as mutually convenient.
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Contact Mike Allen via Quick Apply, below, for more information and arrange to have a no-obligation initial informal discussion (Teams/Zoom/phone).
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Help us SHINE and bring SUNSHINE into peoples lives!
We are SUNSHINE, a brand new grassroots community charity that is being set up. We are a small charity trying to make a BIG impact. SUNSHINE is dedicated to bringing people together, spreading joy and community spirit through a range of community-based initiatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and transform lives. We especially aim to target those that are at risk and hard to reach living with social isolation who will need access to our charity the most.
At SUNSHINE, we’re not just a charity; we’re a movement fuelled by compassion, dedication, and a shared vision. Our mission? To change the world - one smile at a time with passionate, dedicated and driven positive role models.
We can’t do it alone!!! We need your help!!!
We're looking for a volunteer to fill the role of Trustee and as our Treasurer/Accountant sitting on the Board of Trustees at SUNSHINE. As our Treasurer/Accountant, you’ll lead on the financial management and controls of SUNSHINE, including creating financial systems, processes and policies, lead on banking related matters and register SUNSHINE with HMRC for both Gift-Aid and also PAYE.
You MUST have UK finance experience and an accounting qualification.
You will also act as a Trustee at SUNSHINE, supporting the work of the Board of Trustees, especially at the set up phase and charity registration process.
You will work with fellow Trustees to;
- Lead and participate in quarterly Trustee Meetings and actively take part in discussions and decisions that benefit SUNSHINE and supporting its impact in the community.
- Provide strategic guidance and direction to the organisation.
- Lead on all financial management and controls at SUNSHINE and Report on the financial aspects of the charity and answer questions at board meetings.
- Register SUNSHINE with the Charity Commission and complete Annual Reports and Audits.
- Register SUNSHINE with HMRC for Gift Aid and lead on the management of this.
- Lead on the creation of a Business Plan and a SUNSHINE 3 year Strategy with other Trustees.
- Lead on and contribute to the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures with other Trustees.
- Lead on fundraising activities that generate much needed income, including grant writing with other Trustees.
- Support and advise the CEO, ensuring a good working and professional relationship.
- Manage relationships with stakeholders, including donors, partners, and community members.
- Ensure that SUNSHINE has the much needed resources and support it needs to carry out its much needed community work.
- Other Trustee duties relevant for a start-up charity.
If you are interested in joining SUNSHINE, please send your CV for an Application Form.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in SUNSHINE!
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.
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Can you spare some time each month to support one of our schools?
School governors and trustees play a vital role in education.
By volunteering as a governor or trustee for a school or academy trust you can make a difference by shaping the future of children and young people.
Bridge Academy Trust is seeking new members to join its board of governors at our schools in Braintree, Chelmsford, Halstead, Ongar and Witham. We are a collegiate and collaborative Trust of 11 schools, where each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE.
What do Governors do?
School governors offer strategic guidance, rather than getting involved in the operational aspects of a school. This involves:
- Working with other board members to plan the school’s strategic direction.
- Overseeing the school’s financial performance, ensuring money is well-spent.
- Holding the headteacher or school leadership to account.
Do I need any qualifications or prior experience?
No special qualifications or experience is needed, and you don’t need to be a parent or education expert to volunteer. Schools require a combination of skills to ensure their boards operate effectively. The most important thing is to have a keen interest in the school and be prepared to play an active part in the governing body’s work.
Will I get any training?
Yes, we will provide you with an induction and ongoing training for your role.
What is the time commitment?
- Four meetings each academic year (usually during the evening at the school)
- Attendance at the Trust’s annual Governors’ Conference
- Occasional additional meetings, as needed.
- If you are the Chair, you would be required to attend a termly Chairs’ meeting and maintain regular contact with their Headteacher.
Will I get paid?
The Governor role is unremunerated but presents a great opportunity for self-development, provides the opportunity to give something back to the local community and to help children achieve the best education possible.
We are a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE
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Our partner believes that stable, flourishing communities are based on thriving couple and family relations, and dedicates itself to the worldwide dissemination of knowledge about such relationships and to activities promoting their well-being.
They are seeking a Treasurer to take on a hands-on role in the monitoring and administration of the organisation's finances.
The role will include monitoring their online bank accounts, maintaining their income and expenditure spreadsheet, submitting an income and expenditure report to Trustees ahead of meetings, and assisting the Trustees with the preparation of an annual budget and the financial report to the Charity Commission.
The ideal candidate will be a competent Excel user with experience of preparing accounts. The time commitment required for the role is approximately 1 hour per week, with the Trustees meeting 3 times a year.
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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.
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Our partner is an independent, non-profit organisation working in eastern and central Africa to bring local knowledge to bear on social, political and economic development, through research, education, and public information.
They are looking to appoint a Treasurer, based in the UK, who is interested in the mission and work of the organisation, is committed to good governance, and who understands and accepts the legal duties and responsibilities of being a trustee of a charitable organisation.
They are seeking a qualified accountant with a minimum of five years' experience working in financial and management accounting, including managing complex budgets, as well as experience of working with institutional donors in the charity sector.
The Board meets four times a year for up to three hours each meeting. Three meetings will be online with a fourth in-person meeting in East Africa. Trustees may occasionally be asked to provide additional advice and support to staff as required.
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For more Trustee & Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.
Could you be our new Chair?
Help midwives and student midwives make a difference to the care of babies, mothers and birthing people.
We are looking for a Chair with knowledge of UK midwifery care and maternity provision with charity governance, leadership skills and experience to help us grow and keep increasing our impact.
What will you be doing?
The main responsibilities of the Chair of Trustees are to:
- Coordinate the activities of the Iolanthe Midwifery Trust and its trustees
- Take the lead on ensuring that the trustees comply with their duties
- Ensure the charity is well governed, according to the requirements of the Charity Commission
- Oversee the awards process and host the Awards Ceremony
- Oversee the financial affairs of the Trust, working with the Financial Trustee, the Executive Director and the auditors
You will be supported by an Executive Director (part-time), Administrator (part-time).
As a UK-wide organisation the work of the Chair will be largely home-based (including video conferencing), but face-to-face meetings and liaison with other organisations may be required at times.
The Iolanthe Midwifery Trust welcomes candidates from a diverse background and from historically excluded communities. We recognise that candidates may have disabilities and health challenges, both visible and invisible. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments at any stage in the process
We have a comprehensive trustee induction process in place to support you in your new role.
Knowledge and experience of UK midwifery care and maternity provision will be of great advantage to the role.
What are we looking for?
Essential
- A strategic thinker and planner with knowledge and experience of leadership and a strong understanding of the principles and practices of good governance
- Strategic business understanding with some financial knowledge
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Skill in chairing meetings.
- Ambassadorial and networking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills including social media
- Ability to work on a wide range of projects simultaneously
- Ability to self-manage and be self-motivated
- Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the Iolanthe Midwifery Trust
- A high standard of written and spoken English
Desirable Knowledge and Experience
- Prior experience of being a charity trustee or chairing an organisation.
- Prior experience in the midwifery, maternity and birthing community
- An understanding of the current challenges faced by the NHS and midwifery community.
- An understanding of the fundraising environment that charities operate in
- A working understanding of social media channels.
Attributes
- Enthusiastic and passionate about midwifery and the maternity care of mothers, parents, babies and families.
- Diligent, reliable, confident, professional and trustworthy.
To apply please send a cv with a covering letter saying:
Why you are interested in the role
Giving an overview of what skills, knowledge and experiences you bring to the role, in general, within the third sector and in relation to UK Midwifery Care and Provision.
Closing date 14 July 2024.
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.
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Charity Treasurer
About Me2 Club:
Our Vision is ‘Inclusion for All’ children and teenagers with additional needs and disabilities.
Every year, Me2 Club matches over 100 children who have additional needs or disabilities with committed and passionate volunteers to help them attend and take part in mainstream leisure activities. We tackle the impact of exclusion and social isolation experienced by children and young people and help build their confidence, self-esteem and independence.
About the role:
As treasurer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and transparency of Me2 Club. Key responsibilities include overseeing the financial management of the charity, ensuring that financial records are accurate and up-to-date; collaborating with other trustees and the Chief Executive Officer to develop and monitor the charity's budget; presenting financial reports to the board of trustees at regular intervals; identifying and addressing financial risks that could impact the charity; ensuring that the charity complies with relevant financial regulations, such as filing tax returns and adhering to charity law. The treasurer will also liaise with our independent examiner to prepare the annual accounts.
As a member of the Board of Trustees you will be jointly responsible for the legal, effective and safe running of Me2 Club. Working with other Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer you will provide strategic leadership to a growing and ambitious charity. As one of our ‘guardians of purpose’ you’ll make sure that all our decisions put the needs of children and their families first.
To be successful in this role requires these key skills:
- Financial Literacy and Numeracy: A strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
- Attention to Detail & Analytical Abilities
- Ethical Integrity and Strong Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills: Effectively communicating financial information to non-financial stakeholders, such as board members, staff and donors. This includes presenting financial reports in a clear and understandable manner.
We would particularly welcome applications from Parents/Carers to help represent and share the views and experiences of children and families, ensuring that they influence decisions at a strategic level and grounding the Board of Trustees in the needs of children and families.
How to apply:
The closing date for this round is 31st August 2024.
However, we're always happy to hear from those interested in becoming a Trustee for Me2 Club and willing to review applications.
Please send your cover note (max 2 sides) and CV to Sonia Aulak, Chair via Quick Apply below, and we'll be in touch for an informal conversation about the role.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Trustees at Roots Academy plays a pivotal role in supporting the Board of Trustees in their governance responsibilities and strategic oversight of the charity. This position requires a seasoned volunteer, capable of seamlessly managing administrative tasks while contributing strategically to organizational initiatives.
Key tasks
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Trustee Support and Governance: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Board of Trustees, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating materials. Ensure timely distribution of board packs and follow-up on action items.
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Strategic Liaison: Serve as a strategic liaison between the Trustees, senior management, and external stakeholders. Facilitate communication, manage relationships, and ensure alignment of activities with the charity’s mission and strategic objectives.
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Project Management: Oversee special projects and initiatives as directed by the Trustees. This includes conducting research, preparing reports, and driving forward key strategic priorities identified by the Leadership Team.
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Policy and Compliance: Support the Trustees in maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Keep abreast of governance best practices and assist in policy development and review.
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Executive Support: Provide high-level administrative support to the Chair of the Trustees, including managing correspondence, arranging travel, and organizing events as required.
What we’re looking for
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Grounding in foundational Islamic studies and an alignment with Roots Academy’s vision, mission, and values
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Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
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Confidentiality and Integrity: Demonstrated integrity and the ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
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Adaptability and Initiative: A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 40+ dedicated volunteers from across the country.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
The Registration Advisory Panel are therefore seeking an Independent Regulatory/Practice member of this panel. The Registration Advisory Panel are responsible for strategic oversight of the Wider Psychological Workforce Register and reports directly to the Board of Trustees with the following role and remit:
1. Provide assurance that competency, safe practice and high standards are maintained for the Wider Psychological Workforce Register and that the register continues to fulfil its objective of public protection
2. Ensure that voluntary register functions are carried out fairly, effectively, proportionately and transparently and in line with the standards set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA)
3. Engage with relevant stakeholders and work in partnership with other bodies where appropriate to ensure registrants continue to meet the required standards for entry and maintenance on the Wider Psychological Workforce Register
The panel aims to hold the society to account against standards set by the PSA and its own policies on areas such as complaints, register developments, audit and accountability and reporting.
Members of the panel as representatives of the wider psychological workforce will:
Possess significant knowledge and understanding of at least one of the roles on the register including the services they operate in and the scope of practice of the role:
- Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
- Children's Wellbeing Practitioner
- Education Mental Health Practitioner
- Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (Scotland)
- Clinical Associate in Psychology
4. Be an accountable professional responsible for your own professional actions and adherence to professional codes of practice.
5. Be aware of the challenges and workforce issues within psychological service delivery.
6. Be considered an objective thinker who can quickly understand a complex and varied landscape of psychological practice across all four nations.
Members will work closely with the Panel Chair, CEO, Head of Legal and Governance, representative of the Practice Board and independent members and report to the Board of Trustees, playing a key part in the overall strategy and direction for this arm of the society activity.
We have championed psychology, psychologists and the wider psychological professions, supporting our members through every stage of their careers
Support U is a leading LGBTQ+ help and support service based in Reading, servicing the Thames Valley area.
We are looking to revitalise our Trustee Board and require a new Chair of Trustees. This is an exciting opportunity to help take the charity forward and have a real impact on those we support.
What will you be doing?
1. General statutory responsibilities as a Trustee (please request candidate pack for further details).
2. Specific responsibilities as Chair of Trustees:
· Provide leadership and ensure focus on delivering the organization’s charitable purposes for greater public benefit.
· Chair and facilitate board meetings.
· Direct board policy-making.
· Ensure implementation of meeting decisions.
· Represent the organization at functions and meetings, acting as spokesperson when appropriate.
· Bring impartiality and objectivity to decision-making.
· Plan the annual cycle of board and general meetings, such as the AGM.
· Set agendas for board and general meetings.
· Develop the board of Trustees through induction, training, appraisal, and succession planning.
· Address conflicts within the board and organization, liaising with the Chief Executive if staff are employed.
· This role is mainly office-based
Time Commitment
We have recently navigated a transitional period, which included our longstanding CEO stepping down and changes to the services we provide.
It would therefore be helpful to have someone who has slightly more time available than is typical during this interim period, as we are really looking for someone to lead the Board in deciding what direction Support U decides to move in.
We are currently having monthly Board meetings (which are usually held online) which the Chair is expected to attend.
What are we looking for?
· 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/Vice-Chair to have knowledge of the type of work undertaken by the organisation and a wider involvement with the voluntary sector and other networks.
What difference will you make?
As the potential Chair of Support U, you will have the opportunity to significantly enhance our ability to support LGBTQ+ individuals in Reading and Thames Valley. Your leadership will provide strategic vision, strengthen our existing services, and expand our outreach efforts. By focusing on inclusivity and accessibility, building strong partnerships, and advocating for greater awareness and inclusion of LGBTQ+ issues, you will ensure that Support U remains dedicated to its mission and is well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of our community. Your experience and dedication will be invaluable in driving our organisation forward and making a lasting impact.
Before you apply:
Applications should be made via Reach Volunteering’s TrusteeWorks team in the first instance.
To apply please submit your CV along with a Covering Letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and how your skills and experience would add value to the Board.
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The Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership is a great local charity looking for a volunteer to work as Assistant Treasurer supporting the financial operations of the charity. We provide practical and emotional support to refugees, asylum-seekers and other vulnerable migrants in our community. We have a pool of around 80 dedicated volunteers helping a caseload of around 150 individuals and families affected by immigration issues at any given time.
Treasurer role description
What will you do?
- complete an introduction for your role.
- maintain an awareness of how the Partnership operates.
- Maintain the accounting records of the Partnership to include the following:
- Arrange payment of all expenditure items through online banking and bank any income received by way of cash or cheque;
- Maintain a detailed record of all income and expenditure split between restricted and unrestricted and analysed under appropriate headings;
- reconcile the bank account at regular intervals but at least monthly;
- prepare the monthly payroll including all PAYE and NIC requirements;
- submit the monthly returns to HMRC and to the pension provider;
- maintain record of all gift aid donations and submit gift aid reclaim to HMRC at least twice a year;
- prepare regular management accounts for presentation to the trustee board; and
- prepare a simple budget each year.
- read papers for trustee meetings and attend each meeting.
- explain, guide and advise the trustees on the key assumptions and financial implications of the Partnership’s budgets, operational and strategic plans.
- ensure that the Partnership has an appropriate reserves policy and a realistic budget that meets the needs of the Partnership.
- ensure that annual accounts are prepared in compliance with SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice) Accounting for Charities and submitted by the deadline to the Charity Commission and make arrangements for them to be audited or independently examined as required.
- present accounts at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in an accessible way for volunteers and staff.
- keep the trustee board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.
- monitor the Partnership’s income and expenditure position and present accessible reports to ensure trustees understand the accounts and implications.
- Ensure that the charity's financial integrity is sound.
- work together with other trustees and staff to further the strategic objectives of Partnership, including developing a fundraising strategy.
- take an active discussion during trustee meetings and work with other trustees to set policy and strategy direction, set targets and evaluate the performance of the Partnership.
What do you need to have?
You’ll need to:
- have some financial experience.
- some knowledge or experience of charity finances, fundraising, financial consequences and pension schemes.
- 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 judgment and if necessary to make difficult recommendations.
- good numeracy skills.
- be able to explain complex financial information in an accessible way.
How much time do you need to give?
It is difficult to say how much time the role involves as the work fluctuates from month to month and during each month. However, on average we would anticipate an average of around 5 hours per week. In addition, the trustee board usually meets every other month in the evening. The role will be mostly remote however some meeting attendance is required.
Please send in your most current CV or you can complete the application form. For more information please get in touch.
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Students4Students is a member led national organisation which has c.100 members split across 4 branches. As a CIO it has a duty to engage with members and provide members the opportunity to elect trustees and hold the leadership to account for decisions at an AGM. Historically these AGMs have been ill attended and election of Trustees have been decided by a small number of members who hold branch committee positions. Students4Students wants to improve the level of participation in our internal democracy and ensure that AGMs are appealing and relevant to all members.
The organisation also wants to increase engagement with its members, all year round, outside of the AGM. Students4Students is looking to build new channels of engaging with members, ensuring trustees and leadership are held to account throughout the year.
Responsibilities and duties
The post-holder will be responsible for engaging members in Students4Students internal democracy and ensuring the organisation meets its responsibilities as a CIO
• Organising the AGM
• Improving engagement in Students4Students internal democracy
• Improving engagement with the organisation’s members
• Improving dialogue between Trustees and members
• Promoting members interests within the organisation
Time commitment
• Throughout the year – We expect the post holder to commit to an average of 2 hours per week
• Our AGM is traditionally held in January so we expect the run up period to this to be busier
Key requirements
i. Experience managing key relationships and stakeholders
ii. Experience running events
iii. Experience working with student volunteers (Preferred but not essential)
Optional requirements
i. Experience working in a non-profit setting
Please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and any relevant experience you have. We will be in touch with suitable candidates to arrange an introductory chat about the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you the future Chair of our Board of trustees?
Do you have skills and enthusiasm to cooperatively govern and bring our strategy into action?
We are looking for a Chair-designate for our Board, to work alongside our outgoing Chair for a set period of time, eventually taking-on chairing duties.
As the oldest charity in England (formed in 1451) we’re looking for someone to lead our Board, to work with other trustees and our Charity Manager to continue to shape our strategy and operational delivery, building on almost 600 years of successful support for local people.
Wokingham United Charities has a mission to relieve poverty and enhance the quality of life of those people in need in our community. We do this by the provision of Almshouse accommodation, by using our funds to help individuals in financial distress, hardship and poverty, and by providing funding to local charity, voluntary and community groups who themselves provide support to residents of Wokingham Borough.
Our usual income per annum is ~£700k, but we’ve been managing funds to help to relieve poverty in the midst of this cost-of-living crisis, and recently our turnover has been ~£1.5m.
About the role
This is a high-profile appointment, with strong commitment to the future of our organisation, and prior experience of charity leadership, both essential qualities.
Experience of committee or similar work, with a focus to lead the stable and forward-looking Board are also part of what we are looking for.
Our Board includes people with understanding of our charity, and we’d obviously expect new trustees to have empathy with our cause and our beneficiaries. Full induction to our organisation will be provided, plus specialist support you may need, including access to external training.
If you can think collectively and strategically to lead us to plan long-term, you have the primary skills needed; you’ll also help guide other trustees. Support from our paid employees is always available, as they will be dealing with the day-to-day running of the organisation.
We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We want to expand our Board’s diversity, in all its meanings, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups.
The Board currently meets every two months in Wokingham, with online/hybrid attendance from some people. It would be expected that our Chair attends face-to-face for the majority of meetings.
How to apply
This high-profile appointment is being managed for us by inVOLve Community Services, a charity-support organisation, who offer a no-obligation discussion by phone or video. A detailed Recruitment Pack can be made available to you upon request.
Trustee appointments are subject to satisfactory references, to completion of an online Safeguarding course and a Cyber-awareness training. Your CV and supporting statement will be read by our trustees and Charity Manager; an informal discussion can be offered as soon as mutually convenient, potentially leading to formal interview.
I need to know more
Contact Mike Allen via Quick Apply below for more information and arrange to have a no-obligation initial informal discussion (Teams/Zoom/phone) and explanation about this important role.
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The treasurer has responsibility for the financial affairs of the charity and works closely with the board and the CEO to safeguard Children with Voices’ finances.
The treasurer will have:
·General financial oversight.
·Be responsible for financial planning and budgeting.
·Reporting as required to all statutory bodies, the board of trustees, the CEO and operational managers of the charity.
·Give financial advice to the trustees.
·Ensure that the charity functions within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with the governing document.
·Arrange the compilation and agreement of the trustees’ annual review and the annual report of accounts.
While work may be delegated to a subcommittee or paid staff, the treasurer will exercise a supervisory role to ensure that all the financial responsibilities are met.