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Reports to: Board of Trustees
Direct Reports: CEO
Commitment: Approximately 2-4 days per month throughout the year.
Remuneration: The role of Chair is voluntary, although expenses for travel may be claimed.
Overview
Charity Purpose
- Raise funds for research into the cause, prevention and management of dementia.
- Allocate funding to university research project meeting the highest academics standards.
- Raising awareness of dementia.
Objective
- Holds the Executive team and the Board to account to:
- remain focussed solely on the BRACE stated purpose
- remain compliant with all English and Welsh laws and the regulations of the Charity Commission. - Support the Chief Executive in ensuring both the Board members and Executive team work closely together to achieve the agreed strategic objectives.
- Act (in partnership with the Chief Executive) as an ambassador and the public face of BRACE.
Charity Structure
- BRACE the charity has a sole Trustee “BRACE Trustee Limited”. All members of the Board are Directors of BRACE Trustee Limited and act as Trustees of BRACE. There are up to 15 directors of BRACE Trustee Limited who for reasons of clarity are called Trustees.
- The Chair and Trustees are usually appointed for a fixed term of 4 years which can be renewed once, enabling Trustees to serve for a maximum continuous term of 8 years.
Meetings
- Board meetings are held 4 times a year plus 1 awayday. Each meeting is +/- 4 hours.
- There are currently 3 sub-committees of the Board (Scientific Advisory Committee [SAC], Finance and HR). The 3 sub-committees meet no more than one month before the board meetings either in person or on Zoom. SAC reviews applications for grants and makes recommendations to the Board for approval.
- Board Meetings are generally held in person in the Bristol area, online or hybrid meetings are not encouraged but can be facilitated.
How to Apply
If you would like to know more about the role, have an informal discussion or apply, please contact:
Chair of Trustees, Jane Dare
CEO, Chris Williams
Together we will defeat dementia.
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This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who feels passionate about Birmingham and the West Midlands and who wants to give back to communities here and bring their experience to a role in which they will have real impact both in terms of influencing strategy and providing support to the Chief Executive.
University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) Charity supports four hospitals (and additional community services) that are operated by University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Since 2010 the Charity has spent over £60 million funding equipment, facilities, research and patient welfare. Every day our work makes a real difference to those visiting and working in our hospitals.
What will you be doing?
The Chair provides leadership to the Board with prime responsibility for ensuring it has agreed priorities, appropriate structures, processes and a productive culture and has Trustees and senior staff who are able to govern well and add value to the Charity.
Trustees are responsible for providing appropriate oversight, governance and leadership to University Hospitals Birmingham Charity in pursuit of its strategies to fulfil its charitable purposes.
The Chair’s main role is to provide clear leadership of the Board, demonstrate an ability to set the Board agenda and lead the other Trustees in playing a full role in the development and determination of the Charity’s strategy.
What are we looking for?
The following characteristics, knowledge and experience (or commitment to gaining them) would be advantageous to the role of Chair:
Essential
- a high level of interest in the issues the Charity seeks to address/represent
- a commitment to the values and principles of the Charity
- strong business and financial acumen
- experience of Committee work
- highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
- proven leadership skills
- strong organisational skills
- ability to understand complex strategic issues, critically assess, analyse and resolve difficult problems
- sound, independent judgement, common sense and diplomacy
- high standards of personal integrity and probity
- clear understanding, and acceptance, of the legal duties, liabilities and responsibilities of Trustees
- sufficient time and commitment to fulfil the role
- a genuine interest in philanthropy, active citizenship and making a positive difference to the lives of people in communities across Birmingham.
Desirable
- sound knowledge of Charity governance
- current/previous experience as Chair of a Trustee Board OR experience in running a company or other organisation
- solid understanding of the issues that the Charity seeks to address/represent.
What difference will you make?
This is a fantastic opportunity to bring both your experience and passion for Birmingham and the West Midlands to a position in which you will be playing a key role in helping develop both University Hospitals Birmingham Charity's present and future. They do a great deal to offer communities across Birmingham and the West Midlands added extra's over and above what the NHS can fund as well as deliver much needed support to patients and their families. This role is more than adding a new dimension to a CV or gaining experience in a different setting, it's about really helping to benefit the lives of the people around you.
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting UHB with their Chair recruitment.
If you would like to have an informal conversation in the first instance with the TrusteeWorks team or alternatively with either the Chief Executive at UHB or the existing Chair, please contact the team at TrusteeWorks who will arrange this. Details can be found within the attached candidate pack.
Trustee Vacancy
Care Ashore is a charity with a proud history. Since the 1920s Care Ashore has offered independent living accommodation, respite breaks and support to seafarers in need. Uniquely situated on a 260-acre estate in Surrey, Care Ashore provides accommodation for merchant seafarers and former members of the Royal Navy, the Fleet Air Arm, those who have worked on British Fishing Fleets and others with a maritime link.
With around 60 current beneficiary residents, the charity offers accommodation in purpose-built properties and helps to fund the support provided to beneficiaries with the commercial activities of the estate.
Following a recent recapitalisation and the appointment of a new CEO, Care Ashore is well positioned to improve the quality of the accommodation offered, enhance services delivered to beneficiaries and expand on commercial opportunities on the estate.
The current Board has a mix of backgrounds and experience but wishes to strengthen the diversity further to ensure the needs of those they serve, along with the wider community are met. There are currently 3 board vacancies and ideal candidates will bring to the board experience in one or more of the following areas:
· Finance
· Property/ Surveying/ Development.
· Health and safety
· Maritime Industry/ Seafaring background
We are looking for someone who is committed to the work of the Charity sector; understands good governance; and has strategic vision combined with independent judgement.
If this challenge appeals to you, and you share our enthusiasm for providing excellent housing to people in need, then we are keen to hear from you.
Further Information
The position is unremunerated (reasonable expenses paid) and there are 6 board meetings per year with the option to attend in person or remotely.
In addition to board meetings, the successful candidate will be expected to attend Care Ashore’s AGM; strategic away day; and committees.
If you believe you can contribute and would like further information, please get in touch
The deadline for applications is Sunday 29th September.
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Trustees x 2 vacancies
At BTO, we are fortunate to have a fantastic and committed Board of Trustees and we are now looking for two new trustees to join us from 2025 on an initial 4 year term. BTO Trustees work with the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team to enable our organisational strategy,and to manage and administer the charity effectively, bringing a range of valuable expertise from their own knowledge and experience.
Trustee vacancy 1 Regional Network member
We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a member of the BTO Regional Network to contribute to the work of BTO’s Board and to Chair our Regional Network Committee. This opportunity is open to all Regional Representatives, Regional Ambassadors, Regional Organisers, Local Organisers. The committee meets four times a year, once face-to-face and three times via video call. In this important role, as well as undertaking the responsibilities of a Trustee, as Chair of a BTO committee, you will ensure the Regional Network is represented at both committee and Board level, working collaboratively and supportively with BTO staff and the wider network to ensure the network is effective and enabled.
You can find out more about becoming a Regional Representative on our website.
Trustee vacancy 2 Safeguarding and Inclusion
We are seeking someone to bring their knowledge and experience in the areas of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and safeguarding to BTO and our Board of Trustees and to Chair our Governance, Safeguarding and Inclusion committee which meets 4 times a year. BTO is undertaking significant work in the area of EDI, and safeguarding is a critical part of the way we work. Alongside the responsibilities of a trustee, this is an important role that requires working closely and collaboratively with staff, the committee and BTO Board to apply your knowledge and experience within a BTO context. We are looking for applicants with a range of experience across both or either area of EDI and Safeguarding, with a willingness to demonstrate a commitment to both.
BTO is pleased to be in the process of implementing its framework to become more inclusive with huge support from external expertise, staff, volunteers and Board members. There is more information on BTO’s commitment to EDI on our website.
The role of a Trustee
Board members have overall legal responsibility for BTO, ensuring financial, regulatory and monitoring performance. BTO provides induction and training opportunities to all Trustees to support them in fulfilling their role. Trustees have the opportunity to contribute to discussions, identify key issues and provide insight, ideas and encouragement on various topics, all of which help BTO to achieve its vision and mission.
We are interested in hearing from people who are passionate about contributing to BTO and are able to demonstrate:
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Commitment to the mission and values of the BTO
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Willingness to meet the minimum time requirement*, as well as contributing outside of Board meetings, through attending events and supporting staff
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Integrity, vision and good independent judgement
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Ability to think creatively, make an individual contribution and work effectively as a member of a team to take decisions for the good of the BTO
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Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
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Demonstrate passion, understanding and experience for the sector and BTO’s work.
You will have the opportunity to make a real difference with a charity that has an unparalleled reputation for engaging volunteer science that has a significant impact for the conservation of birds and nature more widely.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to working towards greater representation on our Board and tackling the barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). We particularly welcome applications from people under-served in the environment sector. We are also interested in hearing from people across the UK as we are a national charity, as demonstrated by our work and supporter and volunteer base.
Time Commitment
Being a trustee is a commitment and we aim to be upfront about what it involves. We provide a calendar of meetings and engagements to all trustees at the start of the year. As an overview, annual meetings and engagements include 5 Board meetings, 1 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and sub committee meetings if you are interested in serving on a subcommittee. There will also be an induction period which takes approximately 10 hours in total but some parts are done independently at times that suit you (like the reading and eLearning).
Expenses
This is a voluntary, unpaid position. Travel and accommodation associated with attending meetings can either be arranged in advance by BTO (so there is no expenditure on the part of the Trustee), or expenses can be reimbursed afterwards.
Not sure it's for you
If you are interested in supporting our work but perhaps you are earlier in your career or think you may not have the breadth of experience required, please do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss how we can work with you.
Find out more
If you have an questions, you can contact Sian Knott, Head of People, Safeguarding and Inclusion.
About BTO
BTO is a national charity with headquarters at Thetford in Norfolk. We also have offices and staff at the David Attenborough Building at University of Cambridge, University of Stirling, Bangor University and Northern Ireland.
BTO helps to secure the future for birds and nature, using our science, monitoring and data to inform good environmental decisions, inspiring others with the wonder of birds and empowering them to work with us. Our priority is to make a positive impact for birds, using our strong and objective science in partnership with others. We strive to work sustainably and to welcome everyone. We are evidence-led, inclusive, collaborative and empowering.
Birds Science People; it is a powerful combination – will you be part of it?
Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 29 September 23:59 (BST) and interviews will be held virtually week beginning Monday 7th October.
Charity No. 216652 (E&W); SC039193 (Scotland)
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Citizens Advice LeicesterShire is an independent and local non-profit organisation. Our purpose is “Sharing knowledge to transform lives”. By listening to the needs of our communities and clients, we act to provide accessible, high-quality information, advice and education to anyone who needs it. We empower individuals with the tools and support they need to build resilience and thrive. By working in partnership with national and local organisations, we’re able to advocate for a fairer society, amplifying the voices of those often unheard. We demonstrate and uphold our values: we care, we help, we excel and we challenge to achieve positive outcomes for the people we help. Last year we supported over 31,000 people across Leicester and Leicestershire, securing them £14 million in additional income.
We are looking for trustees to join our board. As a trustee, you'll help us:
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Set our strategy and direction
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Ensure we’re financially sustainable
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Monitor our performance and impact
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Make sure we’re meeting the needs of our community
You don’t need specific qualifications but we’re looking for someone who is:
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Passionate about social justice, our purpose and our values
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A strategic thinker able to see the big picture and develop long-term plans
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A good listener and communicator
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Collaborative and willing to contribute their unique skills and experience
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Experience in one or more of the following areas: governance, finance, fundraising, legal, HR or marketing would be particularly welcome.
This is a voluntary role, but the rewards are invaluable:
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Make a different in your community
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Develop your skills, experience and gain valuable insight in the non-profit sector
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Work in a supportive and friendly environment with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers
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Be part of something bigger than yourself and help build a more resilient community in LeicesterShire
We'll cover your expenses: we value your time and commitment and want to ensure serving as a trustee is accessible to everyone.
Visit our website to read the complete trustee pack and apply. We'd love to hear from you! Our CEO is also happy to have an informal chat if you have any questions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Passionate about education and the transformative role it can play in African children’s lives?
Ready to lead and grow a small all volunteer organisation?
Unhappy with the status quo of Aid and Development and believe in a model that a helping hand, locally led, can be transformative?
If so, RedEarth Village Schools warmly invites you to lead as our Chair of Trustees
“Building a brighter future for Ugandan village children – TOGETHER”
Position Summary:
We are seeking an inspirational and engaged leader with a strategic vision, strong communication skills and genuine desire to make a difference. You will work closely with the CEO (voluntary position) in leading as we scale up in the UK, building a skilled diverse board of trustees, volunteers and staff so we have a sustainable future.
Responsibilities:
Willingness to lead
Providing experience, strategic leadership and direction to the trustee board, volunteers and others.
Championing our Vision
Advocating – be able and willing to champion RedEarth Village Schools through personal networks, social media etc
What’s in it for you ?
Joining Redearth Village Schools as Chair of Trustees offers a genuine opportunity to lead and make a tangible difference to the lives of children in rural Uganda. Over the next five years we aim to replicate our impact to more primary schools that feed into Bishop Willigers Secondary School - working in partnership with School Leaders and locally led NGOs. But in order to do this we need to grow in the UK . You will be leading and helping to shape a passionate Board, volunteers and staff (when funds allow) in the UK committed to creating a lasting impact. This role provides a platform to leverage your skills, expertise, leadership and networks to drive positive change for village children and a legacy that is lasting.
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Trustee Vacancy, Midlands
Voluntary Role. Reasonable travel and other expenses reimbursed.
First time trustees are very welcome to apply! Full training given
Help us deliver our Vision of a Midlands Region where no one goes hungry and where children don’t go to school on an empty stomach
Last year, our food helped over 500 frontline charities and community groups across the Midlands to provide 13 million meals.
FareShare Midlands (FSM) is the region’s largest food redistribution charity. We take good-to-eat surplus food from the food industry and get it to our Members - frontline charities and community groups all over the Midlands. We turn an environmental problem into a social solution.
Last year we redistributed almost 5,794 tonnes of food from our warehouses in Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham. It is sorted and stored by our dedicated teams of staff and volunteers, and then redistributed to around 800 Members including food pantries and cafes, homeless shelters and drop-in centres.
These local organisations turn the food into food parcels, affordable shopping and delicious meals for people of all ages. As well as food, our Members provide vital support to families and the elderly, many of whom are facing challenging circumstances and living in poverty.
Last year our food reached more than 83,000 vulnerable people every week, providing 13 million meals. At the same time, we are growing our Employability Programmes to help people gain work experience, skills and jobs.
Our Purpose at FareShare Midlands is to Fight Hunger, Tackle Food Waste and to Create Opportunities.
The Role
Our Trustees set the strategic direction for the organisation, ensuring alignment to our values and are responsible for setting organisational strategy, policy, defining goals, agreeing the financial plan and evaluating performance.
We are looking for you to bring your life experience, insight, expertise and skills together with the enthusiasm and commitment to helping to reduce food insecurity and unnecessary food waste. You will have a passion for the work we do, have an understanding of poverty and inequality and a commitment to our values around a fairer and more equal society.
We welcome applicants who have little or no Trustee experience but a strong desire to be part of a force for good and helping to create lasting change. An inquisitive mind and confidence to interrogate information provided to you by the Leadership Team.
It is imperative for us to have a board which reflects a range of backgrounds and identities and, most importantly, represents the people we exist to support, as we believe that such increased diversity will improve our creativity and decision making.
We welcome applications from anyone enthusiastic and interested about the work we do and a desire to help us create lasting change through the work that we do. We are particularly keen to talk to people with experience in; Finance, Fundraising; Food Industry; Employability; Marketing, PR or Communications; Business Development and IT; Transport/logistics and Warehousing and distribution.
You will work with our existing board of trustees and our Chief Executive who are ably supported by a Senior Management team as well as our staff and volunteers who all share a passion to make a difference for those who need the food we distribute.
The Commitment
The trustee board meets quarterly (January, April, July and October). Meetings are usually on a Saturday morning and last for 2-3 hours, often remotely. Plus one strategy day/board development day per year. Generally, board members have the opportunity to be part of or chair a committee too.
To Apply:
If you feel you have the passion and interest for the role we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV or LinkedIn profile along with a supporting statement stating how your skills and experience would add value to the Board, as well as why you are interested in joining us.
Do let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application, and if you have any individual needs or need any adjustments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Aurora Nexus is a fast growing, innovative and forward-thinking health and social care charity, supporting individuals with Autism and Learning disabilities. The Charity is at a pivotal moment in its growth and development, with a new strategy being developed for launch in April 2025.
We are excited to be recruiting a new chair and new trustees to join our creative and committed small group of trustees and newly structured executive team, in leading the charity through a truly exciting time of growth and development.
As Chair you will be pivotal in Aurora-Nexus delivering its Strategy, Core values and objectives. You will work closely with the CEO, as both a leader, and providing support and guidance where needed, to ensure the safe and effective day to day delivery of the charities strategic and operational objectives. You will also be responsible for chairing the Board, leading with trustees in setting the course for the organisation’s values and how it delivers safely and sustainably against its charitable mission.
You will be an ambassador and advocate for the work carried out across Aurora Nexus, using your own skills, knowledge and experience to both promote and support its work.
Principal Responsibilities
As a Trustee and along with the Board of Trustees;
You will have overall responsibility for the charity and are responsible for making sure it’s doing what it was set up to do.
· You will lead the charity and decide how it is run. Being a trustee means making decisions that will impact on people’s lives.
· You will use your skills and experience to support the Charity and help them achieve their aims.
· You will ensure the Charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit.
· You will comply with the Charity’s governing document and the law.
· You will act in the Charity’s best interests.
· You will manage aurora nexus the Charity responsibly.
· You will act with reasonable care and skill.
· You will ensure the Charity is accountable.
· You will support the strategy in areas of Marketing/Fundraising, IT/Process, Legal/Regulation or social care knowledge.
Governance
· Ensure that the governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for the Charity.
· Encourage positive change where appropriate.
· Work within any agreed policies adopted by the charity.
· Ensure that the major risks to which the charity is exposed have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate these risks without the charity becoming risk averse.
· To ensure that the charity has a satisfactory system for holding properties and other assets and ensure that moneys are invested to the maximum benefit of the charity, within the constraints of the law and ethical and other policies laid down by the board.
External Relations
· Act as an ambassador for the charity.
· Represent the charity at external functions, meetings and events.
· Facilitate change and address any potential conflict with external stakeholders.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Barnsley Hospice is seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees to work in partnership with the CEO, provide leadership to the Board and Executive Leadership Team, and ensure that the hospice delivers its mission, vision and core values.
What will you be doing?
The Role
The role of the Chair of the Board is, in addition to sitting as a trustee, to provide leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, guiding and supporting Trustees in fulfilling their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. This includes strategic planning; risk/opportunity management; ensuring that the Board of Trustees operates within its charitable objectives; adhering to the Articles of Association; and ensuring the sound financial health of the charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability.
The Organisation
Barnsley Hospice is a charity that provides specialist palliative and end of life care to hundreds of local people and those close to them each year. Our main priority is to achieve the best possible quality of life for people living with a life- limiting illness, whilst supporting those close to them during the period of illness and bereavement. As a specialist care provider, the range of skills we offer include, pain and symptom management, emotional support and end of life care. The hospice currently employs about 100 people and has a team of volunteers, based both at the hospice and within our Retail Hub.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and neurodivergent candidates, because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Barnsley Hospice.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who shares our ambitions and who has the vision and commitment to continue to take us beyond outstanding. The knowledge and skills required are:
- A broad knowledge of the health and charity sectors and current issues affecting them.
- Understanding the needs of the Barnsley community.
- A broad understanding of charity finance issues
- Good understanding of charity governance issues
- Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation
- Successful track record of achievement through their career
- Experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
- Experience of external representation, delivering presentations and managing stakeholders.
What difference will you make?
The Chair of the Board of Trustees will work in partnership with the CEO, provide leadership to the Board of Trustees and the Executive Leadership Team, and ensure that the hospice delivers its mission, vision and core values.
Time Commitment
The time commitment is likely to be a minimum of 30 days per annum, and this may increase from time to time.
Before you apply
Please explain your interest in Barnsley Hospice and how your skills and experience reflect the person specification for the role.
Key Dates:
- The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 30 August 2024.
- The shortlist of candidates will be determined the following week.
- Selected candidates will have the opportunity to have informal discussions with the current Chair week commencing 9 September 2024.
- Panel interviews will take place week commencing 16 September 2024.
- The successful candidate will be invited to attend their first Board Meeting on 13 November 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bright Shadow is a creative organisation where people with dementia and our supporters live well and enjoy making our own high-quality art in Kent and Medway. As we continue to build upon and develop our ambitious work, we are seeking a new Chair of Trustees to join our existing board, alongside new trustees including those living with dementia.
Who are we looking for?
In conducting a wide search, we’re hoping there will be people who put themselves forward that we may never otherwise have been in touch with. So, if you don’t see yourself represented here, please do put yourself forward; this is in no way an exhaustive list. We are keen to hear from people with lived experience of dementia, whilst also recognising that other life experiences may give you insights and understanding that could help the organisation to develop.
- Do you have experience of working in or supporting larger charity structures, the health and social care sector, or fundraising and philanthropy?
- Are you an artist or arts sector leader?
- Are you living with dementia, or supporting someone with a dementia diagnosis?
- Are you a disabled person and/or someone who in other ways has rights under the Equalities Act 2010?
Length of service: This is typically an initial three-year appointment; you may choose to stand down or be re-appointed after this time.
Time commitment: There is a board meeting each quarter, one of which is also our AGM. We’d anticipate contact between meetings, typically via email. We will also have an annual away day.
Recompense: This is a voluntary position; Bright Shadow reimburses expenses incurred whilst carrying out trustee duties.
Personal development: Training, support, and mentoring are available to all trustees.
Key responsibilities as a trustee:
- Champion the values and work of Bright Shadow, including but not limited to our position as a disability equality driven, anti-racist organisation
- Ensure that Bright Shadow pursues our stated objects (purposes), as defined in our Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) governing document, and does so complying with relevant charity law
- Ensure that Bright Shadow runs well, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place
- Ensure our financial stability through good governance
- Bring strategic influencing skills and contacts
And additionally, as Chair:
- Provide leadership to the organisation and the board
- Chair and facilitate board meetings, including agenda setting with the Chief Executive
- Support the Chief Executive including through an annual appraisal
- Represent Bright Shadow at functions and meetings, and act as a spokesperson as appropriate
- Bring impartiality and objectivity to decision-making
What’s next?
One or both of the following steps may be useful to you:
- Reach out to us for more info and to arrange an informal conversation.
- Arrange to come along to a Zest session, and get to know more about our work
To apply, please send in your CV with a covering note about your interest, and whether you would like to be considered as a trustee, or as Chair.
We will review interest and interview as appropriate on a rolling basis; we intend to invite shortlisted candidates to our next board meeting in October 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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Job Description Chair of Trustees
Introduction
The Lucy Rayner Foundation (LRF) is a charity set up in May 2013 by the Rayner family after the loss of daughter and sister Lucy to suicide. The LRF is an organisation that supports young people to deal with their mental health issues and provides them with tools and techniques to improve and maintain their mental health in the long term. This is done through education, training and support services.
Mental health has reached an all-time high and the demand for our services is increasing every day. We became incorporated in July 2022 to grow the charity to meet those demands and we have ambitious plans for 2024/25.
Currently we are without a Chairperson due to unforeseen circumstances and we are now looking for a dynamic leader to help steer the Charity in the years ahead.
The Role
The Chair will lead the Board in its role to ensure that the clear strategic direction of the charity is met as laid out in the regulatory framework, that governs LRF through its compliance, financial management and people performance.
The Chair will also support and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive, use effective collaboration, constructive engagement within the Board and between the Board Members and support with the management team, staff and volunteers where necessary.
The Chair should also act as an Ambassador and the public face of the charity as part of the LRF external communications efforts. The Chair also line-manages the Chief Executive with governance and HR procedures.
Time Commitment - Four Board meetings a year and Chair the meetings and is to hold regular meetings with the Chief Executive by agreement.
Reporting to: - The Board of Trustees
Terms: - 3 years (there will be a three month probationary period following the appointment
Renumeration: - Unremunerated. Out of pocket expenses incurred can reimburse
Role & Responsibilities
- Establish a culture within the Board the fosters integrity, inclusion and openness
- Working closely with the Chief Executive, to shape the work of the Board to ensure constructive challenge and support in the development, implementation of policy frameworks, organisational strategies, financial management and effective risk management whilst ensuring that it meets all the charitable objectives.
- Responsibility for governance arrangements working in the most efficient way
- Esure that there is the right level of governance in place
- Develop the knowledge capability of the Board of Trustees
- Encourage positive change, where appropriate, address and resolve any conflicts within the Board
- Ensure that the Trustees understand the balance between governance and management
- Chair the meeting of the Board of Trustees
- Supporting the Chief Executive, whilst respecting the boundaries which exists between the two roles
- Ensure that the Chief Executive has the opportunity to grow and develop professionally and has the appropriate professional support
Personal Description
- Has 3 years of experience as a Chair
- Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation
- Have a passion for supporting those with mental health
- Experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
- Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate and bring people together
- Financial management skills with an understanding of charity finance issues
- Experience of chairing meetings and events
- Demonstrate a strong and visible commitment to the Charity, its strategic mission and objectives
- Strong networking abilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the Charity
- Ability to commit time to conduct the role to the best of your ability, including attending events out of office hours.
Closing date for applications:
The Lucy Rayner Foundation operates an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating
and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage
applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual
orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil
partnerships.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Terms and conditions: Voluntary roles, expenses paid
Closing date: This advert will close on 7th October 2024
SEED Madagascar is looking for two new Trustees to work on its Board of Trustees and with the Managing Director and his team. One role is to be the Vice Chair to support our Chair across her role, and the second role is to bring fundraising expertise to support SEED in its vital work in Madagascar.
SEED is growing and rising to the challenges that the country and its people are facing, and these Trustees will play an important role in SEED’s development.
SEED delivers impactful projects with communities in the southeast of Madagascar in the fields of community health, sustainable livelihoods, conservation and school infrastructure. More recently SEED has responded to the famine affecting many families in the areas it works with emergency food distribution.
The new Trustees will bring experience of working at a senior level in the not-for-profit sector. The Vice Chair will bring governance experience, and the fundraising trustee will have experience of fundraising in organsiations of a similar size. We are looking for a passion for, and understanding of, international development, along with strong people skills and a good grasp of strategic planning.
Please see our Candidate Pack for full details of the role and the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Ad Infinitum is looking for new Trustees to join its board.
"Ad Infinitum have given audiences some of the most imaginative and provocative theatre in recent years" British Theatre Guide
We hold a position in the UK’s cultural landscape as a diverse-led company that is internationally renowned, award-winning, and making transformative theatre through a collaborative devising process we’ve refined over 18 years.
Our purpose is to highlight complex but urgent socio-political issues through theatre which is entertaining and accessible. We create ambitious, experimental productions that contribute to national conversations and provide opportunities for audiences to engage, respond and contribute to lesser heard perspectives on universal themes.
Looking towards an exciting future, our current trustees wish to further transform and develop the board. Through broadening the skills, knowledge and lived experience of the trustees we will ensure Ad Infintum's board is representative of the work we make and the people we make work with and for.
In 2024-25, we wish to recruit new trustees to our board from across the following sectors and areas of expertise:
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Artists and freelancers working in the cultural sector
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Teachers or people working in other professions in the education sector
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People with finance, organisational development, fundraising or governance expertise working in the public or cultural sector
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People with experience of working with and in communities, particularly in Bristol and the surrounding area
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People who have experience of working in policy-making, diversity and inclusion, social activism or human rights
The lived experience of our trustees is of equal importance to their professional achievements. We want our board to represent and give a voice to the collaborators we work with, our core team, our city and our audiences. We believe that a diverse board will lead to stronger and more effective governance.
We actively encourage people whose backgrounds, lived experience and skills are underrepresented in the sector to join us and positively impact our organisation. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people from the Global Majority and Deaf and disabled people to join our board.
Please see our website for more information, including in BSL.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are currently seeking to recruit two to three more volunteer Trustees.
Citizens Advice Cornwall is an independent charity and a member of the national Citizens Advice service. We offer free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to individuals across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly on issues such as debt, welfare benefits, employment, housing, and consumer problems. We also research and campaign on a range of social and consumer issues. Our services are delivered by a team of highly-skilled and motivated volunteers and paid staff. As an organisation, we value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination wherever we find it.
The successful candidates will join our Trustee Board, which provides strategic direction and oversight to the charity. We’re looking for ambitious and forward-thinking people to help us deliver on our dual mission of advice and advocacy.
This position would suit someone taking their first steps to develop wider board level experience, and for those who might be new to governance. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds, so no matter what experience you have, we will provide full induction, onboarding and regular training for your Trustee role.
At Citizens Advice Cornwall, we embrace and value diversity and we feel passionately that our Board should be representative of the diverse communities we serve. We’re looking for people who understand the reasons why people turn to us for help and support, helping us to continually evolve our work with this in mind. We therefore particularly welcome applications from those who may have lived experience of the issues our clients face, and we encourage people from all ages, communities and backgrounds to join us.
We’re also looking for people who have strategic-level experience in one or more areas where we’re building our capability:
· Fundraising and Marketing,
· Using data and insight to campaign for policy and practice change,
· Digital and Cyber Security Expertise
This is an exciting time for our organisation, providing opportunity to bring in fresh perspectives and skills to our Board. We’ll also be looking to recruit a new Chair of the Board later in 2025, and so this could be an opportunity to build up knowledge and experience of our service, if you are interested in this role.
Interviews will be held in late October (provisionally 24th/25th October 2024).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is your opportunity to make a real impact for communities across the UK. We’re looking for a driven, passionate, and ambitious individual to join our Board of Trustees and lead our new Philanthropy Development Committee.
The Organisation
Global’s Make Some Noise is the in-house grant-making charity of Global, the Media and Entertainment group. We harness the assets of Global to raise funds, awareness and skills for small charities supporting the people who need it most in their communities.
We have proudly raised over £34 million for more than 400 UK charities since our launch in 2014. Last year we funded crucial work at 59 charities across the country, granting over £2.5m. A further 20 charities benefitted from access to small grants to achieve a transformational organisation development aim. This financial support will change more than 24,000 lives in the UK, with thousands more family members indirectly benefitting.
This is our ten-year anniversary, and we are at a pivotal moment looking at opportunities to significantly grow and amplify our impact. This is an exciting time to be launching our Philanthropy Development Committee and we are excited to be seeking someone to lead this and join our Trustee Board.
The Role
This is your opportunity to make a real impact for communities across the UK. We’re looking for a driven, passionate, and ambitious individual to join our Board of Trustees and lead our new Philanthropy Development Committee (PDC), with the aim of raising £1 million over the next two years. As Chair of the PDC, you will create this Committee, help shape its terms of reference, and recruit its members, drawing on a mix of high net worth individuals, foundations, and possibly corporates. You’ll be supported by our charity team in these endeavours and will also provide guidance and advice to our team on its outreach. This is an incredible opportunity to make a significant community impact.
Person Specification
We welcome applications from people with a range of different backgrounds.
We are particularly looking for applications from individuals who are passionate about our ambitions and objectives and have the willingness and ability to invite professional and personal networks to support the charity. Our Chair of the new Philanthropy Development Committee will be a strong and credible leader with:
- A passion for the aims of Global’s Make Some Noise.
- A proven track record of leadership in either the voluntary, public or commercial sectors.
- Experience on committees, panels or boards.
- A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
- Understanding of the voluntary sector and a commitment to developing this knowledge in support of the charity and its plans.
- Enthusiasm for commercial radio and an interest in the media industry.
- A proven track record of leading one or more successful fundraising drives
Further Information
For comprehensive information about Global’s Make Some Noise and the role responsibilities, please download the Candidate Information Pack.
How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please provide:
• An up-to-date CV
• A supporting statement of no more than 1 side of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Trustees Unlimited (part of the Russam group).
Please email your application to applications at trustees-unlimited . co . uk with your full name and ‘Global’s Make Some Noise’ in the subject line.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter – Managing Partner
Application Closing Date: Friday 27th September 2024
1st Stage Interviews with Global Make Some Noise: w/c 7th and 14th October 2024
2nd Stage Interviews with Global Make Some Noise: w/c 21st and 28th October 2024
We look forward to recieving your application.