Volunteer Roles

Sustainability Board Member

At the Eco Centre our mission is to empower people to live and work sustainably. We inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.

What we do

Our focus is on practical help so people can reduce carbon, live sustainably and combat climate change.

We’ve developed an innovative approach to helping people make that transition to sustainable living that has the potential of being scaled up and used nationwide – putting us on the road to zero carbon. We’re working closely with communities to pilot and develop the scheme.

In the next 12 months we planning an events programme to engage inspire the public and businesses, and for collaboration and co-creation for climate action innovation.

The next step will be a regional sustainability hub – a visitor attraction with hands-on activities. A go-to destination, training facility, and events/exhibition space – and a resource base for outreach and schools’ programmes.

 

How you can help

As Sustainability Board Member, you’ll lead the research and development of our sustainability resources and play a key role in developing initiatives.

Your input in the development of innovative information and engagement programmes, and tools, that can have a major impact on the drive to Zero Carbon, will be vital.  

Key information:

Responsible to: The board and membership

Working Location: Generally remote working but the ability to help occasionally at events in the South West is preferable.

Location Requirements: Preferably living or working in the South West. Regulations permit only a limited no. of directors from outside the area of benefit.

Hours: Minimum of 6-8 hours a month. Flexible

Renumeration: None. Voluntary. Expenses only.

How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivation. Please also submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.

Closing date: 31 July 2023.

Interviews may take place in the week August or September.

Applicants can contact us for an informal discussion.

Please note, we’re actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.”

What you’ll be doing

As a hands-on board member, you’ll:

• Ensure that our information resources are accurate, engaging and informative
• Work with others to ensure that our public engagement programmes are effective.
• Research and develop new resources and approaches for public and business sector initiatives
• Lead the research and development of an information base of household sustainability measures for the Climate Action Plan programme, and the development of interactive tools.
• Research and develop community/collective actions to support the move to sustainable living and working
• Lead on quantifying and evaluating the effectiveness of measures and our initiatives – particularly the impact of consumer choice and behavioural change initiatives
• Be joining newly enlarged team, steering and developing the Eco Centre, helping it to realise its ambition of a Sustainability Centre for the South West.
• Play an important part in developing strategy and ensuring the organisation is well run and able to deliver, and step up, its impact on climate change and sustainability.
• Contribute to the day-to day running of the organisation and/or its operations.

What are the requirements?

This unique opportunity is for you if you…

• Have knowledge of a wide range of sustainability issues and interventions and the application of technologies
• Have experience or understanding of public interventions.
• Have research and analytical skills
• Can compile and manage databases
• Can work effectively with others to identify, analyse, and solve problems.
• Can use your experience and knowledge to make considered judgements
• Have a commitment to action on climate change/sustainability.

This position is open to people residing in the UK only.

Ladybarn Community Hub has existed for 40 years but has gone through several iterations in that time. The current charity has existed since 2019 and despite some recent challenges we are starting to build up our local image and develop the Hub into a community resource to be proud of. We're now looking to recruit trustees with experience of community work, charity governance, fundraising and bidmaking or trustee chairing to help us get to the next level. You don't need to have experience of all of the above as we're recruiting several trustees at once but 3+ years of experience in one of these areas would be preferred.

Ladybarn is a very diverse area, and our community includes lots of students, south Asian families and older Irish communities among others. We would like our trustee board to represent the community and we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities to apply for this post. We're developing groups like a Muslim men's mindfulness group and an LGBT coffee morning and having lived experience will help us tailor groups to appeal to different demographics. We're also particularly interested in trustees that live locally and care about Ladybarn and the surrounding area, but this is not a requirement for every trustee. 

We would also be interested in recruiting a chair or treasurer so if you are interested in these positions please let us know.

This is a fantastic opportunity to come into a budding organisation and support and shape our strategic direction into the future as we try to create a sustainable community centre. Your experienced support, commitment and drive will help us support more people every week and bring the community of Ladybarn together.

The Living Collection at WWT has been integral to our sites since Sir Peter Scott established Slimbridge as a centre for research, conservation, recreation, and education in 1946.Since that time, the collection has evolved from the display of a stamp collection of birds to larger, naturalistic exhibits show-casing the variety of colours, form, and function of waterfowl in natural-looking habitats.

As part of delivering our strategy and developing a sustainable business, we are looking at the role the Living Collections play in attracting visitation and memberships, and to do this we need to fully understand our members and visitors attitudes to this and the attitude of the general public. To start this, we need assistance in undertaking a broad literature review around this area from the last 12 months, and providing us with a general summary by mid August to enable our next steps internally.

This role involves:

●Researching, preparing and collating information relating to public attitudes to animals in human care, e.g. YouGov polls, BIAZA research, university research papers

●Analysing existing research from external agencies outlining public opinions on Zoos and other organisation that keep animals

●Presenting your findings in a written summary report and to a tight deadline (mid-August 2024)

Bodmin Keep is over 160 years old and is the historic home of the Army in Cornwall.  This former headquarters of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry houses the museum, with more than three hundred years of military history, a library and meeting rooms. Each of the 12,000 collection items has its own story to tell. Stories about the battles that have been fought, weapons that were used or personal letters that were written on the battlefield.

Our aim is to educate, entertain and inspire a broad range of people of all ages. We want to develop the museum so that it is recognised as a leader in Cornwall and in the nation’s military heritage. We also aim to make a real contribution to the wellbeing and economy of our local community and county, and to our military family.

We are now looking for some new Trustees to join our Board and help us to fulfil these aims and aspirations.  The Trustee role can be very rewarding and enjoyable offering an opportunity to serve the community whilst learning new skills.  The Trustees role is to focus on the strategic direction of the charity and to ensure effectiveness and accountability.  We are particularly interested in hearing from people who are excited about our work and can bring relevant experience/knowledge of the heritage sector, veterans, volunteering, managing finances, income generation or visitor services. For further information about us and how to apply, please download our Information Pack and visit our website.

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups and teams, all of which help our feline friends in a different ways. They take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer treasurers maintain the finances of local groups and teams, ensuring they hold the funds needed to continue their vital work. Cats Protection relies solely on donations from generous members of the public, and our volunteer treasurers help make sure these funds are spent in the most effective way.  

What can you expect to be doing?

• Preparing budgets
• Keeping accurate financial records
• Reporting financial records via ‘Cashlog’ (Cats Protection supplied software)
• Paying invoices and volunteer expenses
• Being part of a team which ensures there are sufficient funds to meet expenditure
• Updating and advising others on income received, expenditure and available funds
• Managing and monitoring donations made to the group
• Following financial procedures e.g. Gift Aid returns and VAT claims

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by overseeing the finances of a local volunteer groups or team. You will meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Experience or knowledge of accounting, book keeping and/or good numeracy skills
• The ability to collect and present information clearly and logically
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative  
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups and teams, all of which help our feline friends in a different ways. They take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer treasurers maintain the finances of local groups and teams, ensuring they hold the funds needed to continue their vital work. Cats Protection relies solely on donations from generous members of the public, and our volunteer treasurers help make sure these funds are spent in the most effective way.  

What can you expect to be doing?

• Preparing budgets
• Keeping accurate financial records
• Reporting financial records via ‘Cashlog’ (Cats Protection supplied software)
• Paying invoices and volunteer expenses
• Being part of a team which ensures there are sufficient funds to meet expenditure
• Updating and advising others on income received, expenditure and available funds
• Managing and monitoring donations made to the group
• Following financial procedures e.g. Gift Aid returns and VAT claims

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by overseeing the finances of a local volunteer groups or team. You will meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Experience or knowledge of accounting, book keeping and/or good numeracy skills
• The ability to collect and present information clearly and logically
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative  
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Keeping in regular contact with our members to check on their wellbeing is one of our key services.

Our Wellbeing Volunteers contact a range of different members every week to make a friendly 'check in' call and have a chat. During these calls, you'll provide the opportunity for our members to talk, offer friendly support and make them aware of the Deafblind UK services available to them.

Whatever the conversation you’ll be making a positive difference!

This is a home based role so you don't need to be 'local' and you don’t need experience to become one of our Wellbeing Volunteers. The majority of our members communicate with clear speech so no specialised skills or knowledge is required. You just need to be comfortable chatting over the phone and be able to commit to a regular weekly time slot to make calls to our members. Some knowledge or experience of sight and or hearing loss would be an advantage in this particular role and confidence in speaking with people of all ages and backgrounds. 

We provide full training and ongoing support in this role and ask for a minimum commitment of three months.

We require you to have Wifi and access to a PC, tablet or mobile device. This is to allow you to complete training, have access to the Deafblind UK phone system and to submit online contact logs.

Volunteering with our charity is special because you get to hear  first-hand the difference you make to people’s lives. Click on 'apply' and make a difference today!

Following the successful implementation of our strategy to engage lay trustees with our board and committees, the Foundation is now seeking to appoint two new lay members to its Board of Trustees. We are seeking two lay trustees to enhance the breadth of knowledge and expertise on our board. We are actively seeking individuals with expertise in areas such as:

• business and finance

• charity law and governance

• company law and regulation

• cyber security and risks, data structure and management

• IT and digital transformation

• fundraising

• organisational development and HR

As lay trustee members they would also join the Board of Directors of the Association as a non-voting member, and be a co-opted member of the Council, which acts as an advisory group to the board.

Purpose of role: Lay trustee members enhance the knowledge, expertise, judgement, and balance available to the Board of Trustees to ensure a financially sound, healthy, and legally compliant organisation. Their principal assets will be their knowledge and expertise, independence, and the confidence and ability to be a critical friend of the Foundation as a whole.

Responsible to: President/Chair of Board of Trustees
 

Key working relationships

• President of the Association of Anaesthetists (also Chair of the Board of Trustees)
• Other members of the Board of Trustees and Board of Directors
• Chief Executive Officer, Senior Management team and staff
• Other members of the Association of Anaesthetists Council
• Other stakeholder organisations such as the Royal College of Anaesthetists, and charity partners

Term of appointment:

Following a successful interview and satisfactory references lay trustese will be appointed for an initial 1-year term, renewable for up to 4-years in total.

Please note that terms of trustees may be revised as part of the governance review process.

Time commitment

The Board of Trustees meet six times a year. The dates for board meetings are set 12 months in advance. Meetings normally take place on Friday approximately every 6 weeks as either a half-day or full day meeting. Meetings are either held at 21 Portland Place, London or via videoconference, but videoconferencing facilities will be available for all meetings.

Trustees are expected to attend each board meeting and to engage in communication between board meetings with staff and board colleagues (primarily by email) as required.

Expenses

This role is voluntary and is unremunerated. Trustees will be reimbursed for their expenses for travel, hotel accommodation and subsistence when attending meetings. Expenses will be paid in accordance with the expenses policy. As this is a voluntary role, Trustees are not otherwise compensated for their service.

Induction programme

Training in the role of trustee will be provided along with an induction into the work of the charity.

Key responsibilities:

Strategic direction and financial oversight.

• Contribute to ensuring that the charitable objects of the Foundation are met and that patient safety remains central to the activities of the Foundation
• Contribute to and agree the strategic direction of the Foundation
• Oversee the risk management policy and processes of the Foundation
• Oversee the financial performance of the Foundation; review and agree annual business plans and budgets
• Help to ensure that the Foundation’s equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives are met

Trustees are also expected to:

• Act strictly in accordance with the Foundation’s Articles of Association
• Attend meetings of the Foundation Board on a regular basis and be well prepared by reading relevant papers in advance
• Participate in wider Foundation/Association work, assist with ensuring the Foundation’s purposes and mission are clearly communicated to members and the public
• Undertake training and induction as may be required to carry out the role
• Keep up to date with developments in the healthcare and the charity/not-for-profit sector generally

Person Specification

We are keen to appoint lay trustees whose values align with ours and have the following key attributes.

Relevant expertise outside the field of anaesthesia, such as in:

• business and finance

• charity law and governance

• company law and regulation

• cyber security and risks

• IT and digital transformation

• fundraising, or

• organisational development and HR
The ability to challenge constructively and rigorously and to contribute at a strategic level while listening sensitively to the views of others
Commitment to the Foundation and its objectives
Sound judgement, integrity, and high ethical standards
Excellent communication skills
Willingness to acquire the expertise and knowledge to discharge responsibilities
An understanding and awareness of equity, diversity and inclusion issues
Ability to attend board sub-committees and working group meetings, conferences and key events run by the Foundation
Experience of acting as a trustee
Informed about the environment in which the Foundation operates and the issues it faces

Deafblind UK members have combined sight and hearing loss and many can feel lonely or socially isolated. We offer a free telephone befriending service where we match volunteers with one of our members to have a weekly 30 minute chat together.

We are looking for confident, empathetic and friendly people who can hold a good conversation. You could be chatting about similar interests or learning about each other’s lives. Whatever the conversation you’ll be having a positive impact.

One 30 minute call seems really simple but having someone to talk to and someone to listen, could really make a difference to our members. It could be that you’re the only person they speak to that day, or even that week.

Our members love to chat with people who have had some life experience and stories to tell. You will need good communication skills and be able to strike up a conversation. You will also need to be reliable, patient with a naturally warm and friendly nature.

We will ensure you are supported throughout your journey with us, offering training and support at all times.

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups and teams, all of which help our feline friends in a different ways. They take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer treasurers maintain the finances of local groups and teams, ensuring they hold the funds needed to continue their vital work. Cats Protection relies solely on donations from generous members of the public, and our volunteer treasurers help make sure these funds are spent in the most effective way.  

What can you expect to be doing?

• Preparing budgets
• Keeping accurate financial records
• Reporting financial records via ‘Cashlog’ (Cats Protection supplied software)
• Paying invoices and volunteer expenses
• Being part of a team which ensures there are sufficient funds to meet expenditure
• Updating and advising others on income received, expenditure and available funds
• Managing and monitoring donations made to the group
• Following financial procedures e.g. Gift Aid returns and VAT claims

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by overseeing the finances of a local volunteer groups or team. You will meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Experience or knowledge of accounting, book keeping and/or good numeracy skills
• The ability to collect and present information clearly and logically
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative  
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Bright Futures UK (BFUK) supports children and young people back into education after taking time out due to a long-term mental health or physical condition. We provide support throughout young people's treatment and recovery, making sure they aren't worried about missing school and can focus on getting better! 

We need confident volunteers to facilitate young people getting to know each other and combat social isolation through fun activity challenges, breakout conversation rooms, and online games.

What You'll Do:

• Facilitate Sessions: Lead bi-weekly, hour-long online sessions with conversation topics and activities.
• Support and Engage: Create a supportive and inclusive environment where young people feel comfortable participating and expressing themselves.
• Encourage Participation: Actively encourage all participants to join in the activities and conversations, fostering a sense of community and connection.
• Monitor Progress: Monitor the group's dynamics and the participants' well-being, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Collaborate with Team: Work with the Bright Futures UK workshop coordinator to ensure the sessions align with the organization’s mission and goals.
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Details:

• Time Commitment: 1 hour bi-weekly.
• Location: Online, remote position. 
• Training: Full training provided, including safeguarding. Ideally to take place in London, however we are flexible to discuss this further if need be. 

CPRE Leicestershire is looking for a Treasurer/Trustee.  As Treasurer you’ll ensure our financial affairs are conducted within legal requirements and good practice. You’ll work closely with the chair and trustees to oversee the financial sustainability and development of our charity.

We’re ideally looking for volunteers with experience in financial management and a passion for environmental and countryside issues. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s right for you.By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.

What you will be doing

• Keeping accurate records of income and expenditure in line with legal regulations
• Helping us to set an annual budget
• Being a signatory for cheque payments and reimbursing invoices and expenses
• Preparing financial reports and submitting accounts for independent audit
• Updating National CPRE about our charity finances
• Assisting with funding applications and accounting for external funding
• Where relevant, ensuring employment regulations are met eg staff salaries
• Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work
• Safeguarding the good name and values of our charity
• We ask that all trustees are, or are willing to become, members of CPRE

More information on the role can be found on our website.

The Brain Charity is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to provide inclusive leadership as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. This pivotal role involves supporting and challenging the Chief Executive, leading the Board to function cohesively, and serving as an ambassador and public face of the Charity. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission, significant leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with neurological conditions and their families. Join us in championing neurodiversity and advocating for change. For more information, please see the full job description.

 

Role title: Chair of the Board of Trustees

Remuneration: The role of the Chair is voluntary, although expenses for travel etc may be claimed

Location: The Brain Charity, Norton Street, Liverpool, L3 8LR

Time commitment: Equivalent of approximately 2-4 days per month throughout the year (see below)

Role reports to: The Board of Trustees

 

 

Background to The Brain Charity

Life for any of us can change in an instant. Experiencing a road traffic accident, a major stroke or being diagnosed with dementia can happen completely unexpectedly and can change our lives forever.

There are hundreds of different neurological conditions including stroke, brain tumour, brain injury, Alzheimer’s and many rarer ones too.

The Brain Charity offers emotional support, practical help and social activities to anyone with a neurological condition and to their family, friends and carers. 

 

 

About The Brain Charity

The Brain Charity is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, dedicated to supporting individuals with neurological conditions and their families friends and carers through the provision of information and advice, emotional support services and activities, including through a specialist Neuro Gym on site. The Charity also campaigns for change and champions neurodiversity, in particular through improving workplace neurodiversity.

Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Charity is committed to excellence and leverages the expertise and skills of its Trustees to ensure it remains at the forefront of its field.

Based in Liverpool, The Brain Charity operates locally in the Liverpool City Region but has a significant national impact through its online outreach and support services.

Purpose of the role

The Chair will provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, holding the Board, of which they are part, as well as the Chief Executive and the Executive Team, accountable for the Charity’s mission and vision.

The Chair will support and challenge the Chief Executive as appropriate, leading the Board to operate as a cohesive unit in close collaboration with the Chief Executive and the Executive Team to achieve agreed objectives.

They will also serve as an ambassador and public face of the Charity alongside the Chief Executive.

 

 

Key responsibilities

 

Leadership

· Lead the Board of Trustees in setting and maintaining the vision, mission, and values of the Charity.

· Develop the strategic direction and framework of the Charity in conjunction with the Board and Chief Executive.

· Facilitate the Board in stimulating excellent, well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.

· Support the Trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities to deliver effective governance of the Charity.

· Support the Chief Executive in ensuring the Charity operates within its charitable objectives.

External role

· As required, act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Charity in stakeholder and media opportunities.

· As required, represent the Charity at external functions, meetings, and events.

Governance

· Oversee the continuing development of the Board.

· Foster constructive relationships with, and between, Trustees and the Executive Team.

· Oversee succession planning as the Charity strives to reflect all relevant skill sets, experience and knowledge within the Board.

· Lead the Board in appropriately delegating to its sub-committees and to its Chief Executive.

 

Relationship with the Chief Executive and wider Executive Team

· Establish a strong and effective working relationship with the Chief Executive to support them in achieving, whilst also holding them to account in regard to agreed strategic objectives.

· Engage in regular contact with the Chief Executive and other key members of the Executive Team to maintain oversight of the Charity’s affairs.

· Conduct an annual appraisal of the Chief Executive’s performance against objectives.

· Support the Chief Executive in undertaking appropriate and relevant professional development.

 

Terms of the role

Tenure is reviewed / renewed on a 3 year basis.

For guidance, the Chair of the Board is expected to:

· Attend 10 - 15 meetings per year, comprising 4 Board meetings (quarterly), 1 Board awayday, plus optional/potential sub-committee and/or steering group meetings (quarterly) dependent on skills and interest.

· Represent the organisation at periodic events run by, or in partnership with, the Charity.

· Meetings are generally held in person at The Brain Charity Centre in Liverpool. Our Centre is fully accessible with parking available on site.

Trustees are not paid for carrying out their duties on behalf of Charity; it is a voluntary role. They can however claim reasonable travel expenses in line with our Volunteer Expense Policy.

 

 

Person specification

· A commitment to the mission, values & objectives of The Brain Charity – Essential.

· Extensive experience in a leadership role – Essential.

· Ability to provide inclusive strategic leadership and vision - Essential.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Essential

· Experience in governance and working with, or part of, a Board of Trustees - Essential

· Ability to support senior leadership in decision making - Essential.

· Understanding of the challenges facing the charity sector, particularly within health and social care setting, and for neurological conditions – Desirable

 

Application information

We are an award-winning charity and have received The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest accolade given by the Crown to third sector organisations.

If you are passionate about our cause and would like to become part of a vibrant and diverse team, we would love to hear from you.

The Brain Charity prides itself on being an open and diverse place to work and we openly encourage those from minority groups to apply.

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 2 August 2024.

Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place early-mid September 2024, with an opportunity for the successful candidate to observe the current Board at its quarterly meeting in October 2024. Date for formal adoption of the post will be agreed by the Board of Trustees thereafter.

An informal conversation, or an opportunity to visit The Charity with the current Chair, another Trustee or the Chief Executive can be arranged upon request.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS Check.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Trustee role is an exciting opportunity to add value and scale to what CPRE Leicestershire does and contribute to its success.  We are looking to appoint a Planning Trustee with a passion for environmental and countryside issues and experience or knowledge of the planning system, with an understanding of organisational management.

In joining the CPRE Leicestershire team, you will:

• Use your skills and experience to make a positive difference to the countryside, environment, and local communities.
• Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
• Be invited to free training courses, workshops and the annual National Office conference and AGM.

What you will be doing

• Developing and implementing our strategic plans and policies to help us to deliver our mission.
• Managing CPRE Leicestershire’s approach to planning and related issues and developments across Leicester and Leicestershire.
• Organising  responses to strategic planning and local plan consultations and significant planning applications requiring CPRE Leicestershire input and contributing to their preparation and submission.
• Updating CPRE Leicestershire about emerging planning, environmental, climate, biodiversity and transport issues, changes in national policies and national CPRE debates, policies and campaigns.
• If required, represent CPRE Leicestershire at Planning Committees, Appeals, Public Inquiries or Examinations and Public Meetings.
• Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work.
• Safeguarding the good reputation and values of our charity .

What is in it for you

• Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside.
• Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
• Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience.
• We will support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training.
• We will give you a reference for your future work or volunteering.
• Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference.
• The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day.

In common with all charities, our trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity complies with its constitution and with charity law.  This means ensuring the charity is addressing the purposes for which it is set up for the public benefit, and no other purpose.  Trustees will have an opportunity to play a part in setting the strategic direction of the charity and to work together to decide how to best enable all to contribute to achieving its purposes.  Trustees need to use sound judgment, to make balanced and informed decisions, thinking about the long term as well as the short term; to avoid any personal conflicts of interest; and to act with reasonable care and skill.

More information is available from The Charity Commission via their website.

Skills & Experience

We are looking for skills and experience in the following areas (please ensure your application cover these points):

• An understanding and experience of the planning system.
• Strong interest in the countryside and a commitment to CPRE policies, campaigns and initiatives.
• An understanding of, or interest in, the charity sector, including the legal duties and responsibilities of a trustee, (or willingness to learn).
• Some experience of working in a strategic way.
• An interest in investigative work, with an eye for detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Have access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them.
• Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability including attendance at meetings.

• Some awareness of current environmental issues and a commitment to campaign for the protection of the countryside and the work of CPRE.
• Commitment to work within the values of CPRE: Open, Connected, Trusted and Inspirational.

This role is available provisionally for up to a three-year term, with a maximum of two three-year terms.