Trustee

We are a small, friendly, experienced board seeking additional trustees who bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, who broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring that Power to Connect achieves its core purpose. They oversee the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring effective management and alignment with our vision.

We are particularly interested in candidates with the following experience, though we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to support our work:

-     Charity fundraising experience

-     Outreach and communications experience

-     Business Development Experience

-     Charity management or governance experience, either through a previous trustee role or as a senior leader in a relevant charity

DUTIES

-     Help set Power to Connects purpose, vision, goals and activities.

-     Provide creative and innovative ideas and input into forward planning.

-     Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

-     Provide oversight and scrutiny of financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.

-     Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

-     Identify, monitor, and control key risks.

-     Stay informed about changes in the operating environment.

-     Contribute to regular reviews of the charity’s governance.

-     Attend monthly board calls, prepared to contribute to discussions.

-     Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect the charity’s interests, excluding personal or third-party interests.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

-     Passion for our cause

-     Willingness and ability to understand and accept responsibilities and liabilities as trustees

-     Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good judgment, and work effectively as a board member.

-     Effective communication skills and active participation in discussions

-     Strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

-     Strong networking capabilities that benefit the charity

-     Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship

-     Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities with all stakeholders, including staff and volunteers

-     Personal gravitas and ability to influence

-     Willingness to devote necessary time and effort to fulfil the role effectively