Fundraising Trustee

We are looking for a Fundraising Trustee that can take our fundraising to the next level. The limb reconstruction process can be long, painful and challenging for patients' mental health. Rebuild has exciting plans to expand our psychological support for these patients but we need the help of an experienced fundraiser to do this.  

Main responsibilities: 

• Oversee fundraising and to make sure it is carried out in legal, honest and accountable ways.  
• To identify funding opportunities. 
• Contribute knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies.
• To guide and advise the Trustees in the approval of the fundraising strategy and targets.  
• To keep the Trustees informed about its duties and legal responsibilities in relation to fundraising and the Fundraising Regulator.  
• To assess risks in new fundraising directions and alert the Board of any concerns.  
• Be an active champion of the charity.  

Background: 

We are looking for a Trustee who has experience in any of the following areas: charity fund raising, marketing, finance, public relations, sales. 

Qualities of a Fundraising Trustee 

Essential: 

• Fundraising/income generation knowledge or business development background.  
• A good understanding of fundraising and the UK charity sector, Charity Commission, Companies House requirements, relevant legislation and statutory requirements.  
• Excellent networking and communication skills.  
• Sound, independent judgement and ability to think creatively.  
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.  
• Experience in the health sector.  

Desirable:

• Knowledge of digital or social media.  
• Experience of diverse fundraising practices, including statutory funds, corporate and philanthropic giving.  
• An understanding of the challenges facing small UK charities in maximising income streams & donor cultivation.  
• Experience in the charitable or voluntary sector.  

Time commitment/location:  

• The Trustee Board meets 4 times a year.  
• Board meeings are usually held virtually.  
• Anticipated time commitment: 8 hours per month  
• To work with the Trustees outside of the Board Meeting in developing a new fundraising strategy.  
• Appointment term 3 – 4 years