Trustee - VOLUNTEER ROLE

Remote
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary
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Job description

TRUSTEE (VOLUNTEER ROLE) for Unlock YOUR Potential - Remote Role

About Us: 

Unlock YOUR Potential is a dynamic brand new startup social mobility charity dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our mission encompasses employability and enterprise, health and well-being, life skills, mentoring, and personal development. We are committed to making a meaningful impact and fostering positive change in our community.

Role Overview: 

We are seeking passionate and committed volunteers to join our board as our first Trustees. This role is vital in setting up, shaping our charity and ensuring the strategic direction and governance of our charity. As a Trustee, you will work closely with our Founder and CEO, as well as fellow board members to ensure that Unlock YOUR Potential achieves its mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Unlock YOUR Potential by carrying out essential Trustee duties.
  • Collaborate with our Founder and CEO, and fellow trustees to develop and review long-term strategies, policies, and plans.
  • Uphold effective governance practices.
  • Actively engage in board meetings and decision-making.
  • Represent Unlock YOUR Potential externally.
  • Cultivate relationships with stakeholders and partners.
  • Assist and, in some cases, lead on income generation, such as grant/bid writing.
  • Support, advise, and assist the CEO and team, ensuring they have the resources needed to carry out their roles.

Qualifications and Attributes:

  • Passion for social impact and creating opportunities for those facing socio-economic challenges.
  • Collaborative approach and appreciation for teamwork.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to envision long-term goals.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate our mission compellingly to various audiences.
  • Previous experience in governance or a similar role is beneficial but not mandatory.

Time Commitment:

  • Approximately 3 hours per month, including quarterly board meetings and additional tasks as needed.
  • Trustees are appointed for an initial 1-year term, with the option of renewal.

Join Us: 

If you are passionate about making a difference, ready to contribute your skills, and eager to serve our community, we invite you to apply.

 

Together, let’s unlock potential and create positive change.

 

Unlock YOUR Potential

  • BREAKING BARRIERS
  • UNLOCKING POTENTIAL

 

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Unlock Your Potential View profile Organisation type Non Charity Employer Company size 11 - 20
Posted on: 12 September 2024
Closed date: 27 September 2024 at 17:00
Job ref: TRUSTEE
Tags: Communications, Finance, Fundraising, Policy, Project Management, Business Development, Operations, Business Intelligence, Compliance / Quality, Conflict Resolution / Peace, Data Protection, Insights, Monitoring and Evaluation, Programme Management, Public Relations, Safeguarding, Corporate Fundraising, Grants, Governance / Management

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