Governance Officer

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

As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.

Key tasks

▪       Trustee Support

○      Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.

○      Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.

▪       Governance & Compliance Support

○      Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.

○      Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.

○      Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.

▪       Policy & Risk Management

○      Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.

○      Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.

○      Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.

▪       Embedding a Governance Culture

○      Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.

○      Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.

○      Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.

What we’re looking for

▪       Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.

▪       Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.

▪       Excellent organisation and communication skills.

▪       Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.

▪       Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).

What we have to offer

▪       Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.

▪       Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.

▪       Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.

▪       Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.

Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.