Trustees Volunteer Roles
Irish in Britain is the national membership body for Irish community organisations and Irish individuals in Britain. To help us to achieve our aims and ensure the organisation is effectively managed we are seeking professional and inspiring new members to join our Board of Trustees. Board level experience is essential as is a shared understanding of the values of Irish in Britain. We would be particularly interested to talk to you if you have senior level experience in the following fields:
Public/Health Policy
Culture/Heritage
Finance Management
As the national body representing Irish community interests in Britain, we understand that effective equality, diversity and inclusion practice helps a board to make better decisions. We are actively seeking to bring more diversity of perspectives and experience to our Board and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Would you like to volunteer your time and knowledge as a Trustee to support Latin American communities across London and the UK? IRMO would love to hear from you.
We are recruiting three new trustees to help steer our organisation through its next chapter of growth. As board members, IRMO trustees play a vital role in supporting our organisation to broaden its reach and impact, bringing valuable and varied expertise to the table.
We particularly encourage individuals from the Latin American community to apply. However, we would like to hear from all candidates who believe they can make a difference for our organisation and our community.
About IRMO
Our vision is a future where Latin Americans and other Spanish and Portuguese speakers living in the UK have equal rights, live free from poverty and discrimination, and feel empowered to pursue their aspirations.
Our mission is to enable the development, agency, and participation of all Latin Americans and other Spanish and Portuguese speakers, by responding to both immediate needs and structural inequalities.
We do this by offering high-quality information and advice services, opportunities for development and training, and a platform to seek social and systemic change. Our work is organized across three main operational areas—Advice and Casework, education, Training and Employment, and children and Young People—and a crosscutting area: Advocacy, Research, and Campaigning.
With 40 years of experience, we support over 4,000 people every year.
Being a Trustee
IRMO’s Board of Trustees is made up of six to nine Trustees, who work together to ensure the charity is run properly. As a trustee, you will have the opportunity to support IRMO’s strategic development and oversee its finances. Trustees meet every two months (usually online in the evening) and are asked to commit an additional eight to ten hours between meetings to follow up on actions and provide advice and input on strategic documents and areas of work relevant to their areas of expertise.
General Responsibilities
- Stay up to date with and assess the political, economic and social contexts that affect IRMO’s work
- Support the development of and approve IRMO’s key strategic documents
- Annually review and approve IRMO’s budget
- Review, update and approve major policies
- Approve salaries, benefits, terms and conditions for staff
- Ensure that IRMO’s financial structure is adequate for its current needs and long-term strategy
- Ensure that the organisation has the necessary resources in place to meet its long-term goals
- Ensure that the Board of Trustees is adequately informed of the condition of the organisation and its operations
- Ensure that published reports adequately reflect the nature of the services and the financial condition of the organisation
- Approve major actions of the organisation, such as capital expenditure over authorised limits and major changes in activities and services
- Review staff results in relation to IRMO’s aims and objectives, as well as annual and long-term goals
- Appoint, supervise, support, and appraise IRMO’s Director
- Provide candid and constructive criticism, advice, comments and praise
- Ensure that the Director has established appropriate policies to define and identify conflicts of interest throughout the organisation and are administering and enforcing those policies
- Appoint independent examiners/auditors subject to approval by members
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation affecting the organisation
- Annually review the performance of the Board of Trustees and take steps to improve its performance
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Enable the development, agency, and participation of all Latin Americans by responding to both immediate needs and structural inequalities
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), our trustees play a vital role in making sure that the organisation achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that the charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the Senior Management Team to enable the BDA to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to a cause that matters, ensuring we stay true to our mission and achieve our goals.
For full details of the role including key responsibilities, the skills we are seeking from prospective applicants, along with the anticipated time commitment, please view the trustee role description.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking individuals who bring enthusiasm, integrity, and dedication to the role, and who can contribute fresh perspectives to our Board. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in the following areas, and ideally, with prior Board experience:
- Dyslexia specialist within the field of education
- Special educational needs – research expertise
- Finance or technology
What’s in it for you:
As a trustee, you will have the chance to:
- Make a difference: impacting the lives of those we support and contribute to a cause you care about.
- Develop your skills: gain valuable experience.
- Network: connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.
- Personal fulfilment: experience the satisfaction of giving back and contributing to something meaningful.
Terms of office - Trustees are appointed for 3 years each, for 2 terms.
Equal Opportunities
The BDA are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and help us achieve our mission.
Interviews - These will take place in November 2024
To change society by removing barriers so that everyone with dyslexia can reach their full potential in education, in employment and in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic individual to lead the Board of Trustees of Nottingham Contemporary. This is an exciting time to join us, as the gallery marks its 15th anniversary whilst looking forward to its next chapter.
As Chair of Trustees, you will be an effective and influential ambassador for Nottingham Contemporary and have a personal commitment to our ethos, vision and values. You will have the ability to balance the strategic challenges faced within the sector with a supportive and creative leadership style.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with previous Trustee experience to support the Director and collaborative leadership team, to build upon current successes and to identify new opportunities for future sustainability.
Main Duties of the Role
Please look at the supporting documents to find out more about the organisation and the role.
Time Commitment
Estimated at an average of 2 days per month.
To Chair 4 (from 2025 – 5) full Board meetings per year and to attend the Finance and Audit Committee meetings, of which there are up to 6 per year. Regular 1:1’s with the Director and up to 2 Board Development/Away Days per annum. You will be invited to voluntarily attend the 3 exhibition openings per year and other fundraising, networking and promotional functions.
Some meetings may be able to be accessed remotely; however, the attendance of the Chair is felt to be beneficial as regularly as possible.
Interviews
Closing date for applications: 11 October 2024, 12.00 midday
First interviews: week commencing 4 November 2024
Second interviews: week commencing 18 November 2024
Remuneration
The role, as defined by the Charity Commission, is an unpaid voluntary position. Expenses incurred taking part in Board business, such as travel, caring or support costs, will be reimbursed or met directly by Nottingham Contemporary.
We actively encourage applications from people whose perspectives and experiences are currently under-represented on our Board:
- people from ethnically diverse cultural backgrounds,
- people from working class / lower socio-economic backgrounds,
- people who identify as disabled or have a long-term condition.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are currently seeking two new trustees to join our board. The Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance of the charity, setting and overseeing its strategy. They ensure the organisation is run effectively and that its activities and outcomes are properly accounted for. We welcome applications from both members and non-members of the organisation.
Main responsibilities
1. Developing and reviewing strategic aims consider the Region as a whole, including its trading operations, and its members:
• reflect our vision, strategy, major policies and values always.
• contribute specific skills, experience and contacts in support of our activities.
2. Ensuring policies and practices are in keeping with aims:
• abide by the principles laid down in the person specification (and code of conduct).
• attend meetings of the Trustee Board (there are normally 4 per year as well as the AGM) and the reporting committees if required (frequency varies).
• reflect the Trustees’ policies and concerns in all interactions with the Movement.
• assist in the implementation of our strategic goals.
• monitor and evaluate performance against strategic aims.
3. Exercise effective control and ensure best practice:
• attend training and development opportunities as appropriate.
• work effectively as a team member of the Trustee Board in exercising its responsibilities and functions.
• take an active role in a reporting committee and/or subcommittee or working groups, contributing specialist skills, experience and knowledge as required.
• protect the assets and integrity of the charity, regarding best practice.
• maintain good relations with our staff.
• fulfil such other duties and assignments as may be required from time to time by the Trustee Board.
• engage with members of the Region at other levels in the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
At Sponsorstars, we believe that every child is unique and deserves the chance to dream, to achieve incredible things and to look forward to a wonderful future. We aim to help disadvantaged young people in the UK by giving them warm clothing, school uniform and other essential resources. We collobarate with schools to help us identify the children most in need.
As a trustee, you will help us to achieve our goals by giving strategic direction to the charity, helping with fundraising, writing newsletters to our sponsors, visiting schools and contacting our ambassadors as well as other tasks that need to be done to further the growth of the charity.
Trustees are expected to attend four trustees' meeting in London each year.
Trustees need to be mindful of safeguarding and general data protection regulations.
Ideally trustees will be able to devote a few hours a month to the charity as well as attending the trustees' meetings.
Cover letter should give reasons for why the individual is interested in becoming a trustee of this particular charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
London Marathon Foundation - Trustees
Over the past four decades, the London Marathon Foundation (LMF) has awarded over £100 million to more than 1,500 projects which inspire activity across the UK. That means when people enter an event with London Marathon Events (LME), they are not just benefiting their own health, they are also contributing to the health and wellbeing of the nation.
As the parent organisation, LMF’s Board of Trustees is ultimately responsible for both organisations. With group oversight, the role of the Trustees is to ensure the two entities deliver on their strategies and actions, both independently and collectively, to deliver the biggest joint impact.
We work hard to ensure grants awarded meet our mission and vision with 55 sports and activities receiving funding since 1981, ranging from athletics to archery and swimming to skateboarding.
LMF targets funding where it’s most needed, reaching those who most need support to get active and stay active. We work collaboratively with a wide range of partners to ensure that we work in the communities that stand to benefit the most from the transformational effects of physical activity and sport.
We are looking for Trustees with one or more of the following experiences/backgrounds:
- Legal experience including charity law and regulation
- An understanding of local government in or outside of London
- Community/place-based sport/recreation for social change and/or sport/recreation to generate positive social impact
- Track record of organisational management and leadership
If you are interested in making a difference to inspire activity and can contribute strategically on a wide range of issues and demonstrate empathy with the aims and objectives of LMF, LME and the group as a whole, please see further information via the dedicated microsite.
These are non-remunerated roles, however we will pay any reasonable expenses in order to support attendance at Board meetings for example, travel, travelling on trustee business, and providing childcare or care of other dependants while attending to trustee business.
Our belief, as supported by our Vision and Mission is that Activity is for everyone, and our aim is to connect people and communities through experiences that change lives. The Foundation is committed to achieving greater diversity on its Board, and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexuality or disability, or any other factor which is not objectively justified.
Recruitment Timetable
The Foundation is interested in candidates who bring relevant lived or professional experience of the issues of disadvantage; a broad understanding of the charitable sector (and ideally of grantmaking) and its key issues; experience of working with and/or on Boards. Trustees should be able to commit around 8-12 days per year.
Deadline for Applications:
13th October
Interviews with Prospectus:
24th – 30th October
Interviews with LMF:
w/c 4th November
Queries
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact Lottie Wihl or Mia Walker-Saunders, our retained partners at Prospectus.
Join Rekindle's board to shape the future of a dynamic mental health charity making a real difference in the lives of young people.
Rekindle was started in Newtown, Powys in 1997 by a group of people who had all experienced mental health problems within their own families. The aim was to give relief to those suffering from mental illness with therapy and targeted activities. Rekindle is all about recovery, the recovery of mental health, the recovery of opportunity and the recovery of a fulfilled life.
What will you be doing?
In addition to general trustee responsibilities, we're particularly interested with in candidates who have an interest in local business connections or experience in fundraising or mental health service delivery. Depending on skill, some specific responsibilities may include:
- Fundraising oversight
- Grant applications
- Event planning
- Community engagement
- Service development
- Partnership Building
- Client advocacy
Time commitment
- Estimated at 8 - 10 hours a month.
- The board meet 4 times a year, generally in person. Remote attendance can be supported, but trustees are encouraged to attend at least 2 meetings a year face to face.
- Trustees are also expected to contribute ad hoc and occasional time outside of board meetings, the majority of which is done remotely.
What are we looking for?
You do not need previous governance experience to join the board. We will provide an induction an ongoing support. We are also eager to diversify our board and welcome younger trustees and those with lived experience.
We are particularly looking for skills in fundraising and service development.
What difference will you make?
Joining Rekindle’s board as a trustee offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a charity dedicated to young people’s mental health recovery. In this role, you will help ensure that all young people have access to the mental health support they need. You’ll play a key part in guiding Rekindle through its next phase of growth, building on recent successes such as expanding operations, increasing staff, and moving to larger premises. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people experiencing mental health challenges, helping them build resilience and lead fulfilling lives.
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Rekindle with their Trustee recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance. To apply please submit your CV along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and how your skills and experience would add value to the board.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are recruiting for a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board and ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction to achieve its full potential. We are looking for someone with proven commercial or entrepreneurial experience to lead on growing the charity - creating networking opportunities and potential partnerships with other organisations, corporates and individuals.
Ideally you will have previous experience of being a Chair of a Trustee Board, you will be experienced in working with small charities, strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the organisation and knowledge and experience of best practice, good governance and compliance relevant to charities and the Charity Commission.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people from diverse backgrounds, and welcome individuals who want to apply their knowledge and learn from our young people, staff and fellow Board members. A full induction and training on the work of Sculpt will be provided.
Role Description
· Key tasks:
- 1. Chair of Trustee duties
- Work in partnership with Trustees and the Chief Executive to ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction to steer the charity to achieve its full potential, overcoming challenges and maximising opportunities that arise
- Ensure that the board of Trustees fulfils its duties and responsibilities for the proper governance of the charity, working with the Chief Executive to ensure compliance with the Charity Commission
- Chair Board meetings and work closely with the Chief Executive to set agendas and priorities
- Lead on behalf of the organisation on creating networking opportunities and potential partnerships with other organisations, corporates and individuals
- Provide line management to the Chief Executive
· 2. General Trustee duties
- Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees’ role in giving strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
- Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
- Represent the organisation at functions and meetings as appropriate
- Declare any conflict of interest whilst carrying out the duties of a young trustee
- Take collectively responsible for the actions of the organisation and other trustees
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
- Abide by all relevant policies and procedures
- Ensure the financial stability of the organisation
- Provide feedback on board papers, lead discussions, focus on key issues, provide advice and guidance on new initiatives
- Attend meetings and to read papers in advance of meetings
- Attend sub-committee meetings as appropriate
- Participate in other task as arise from time to time, such as interviewing new staff, helping with fundraising
Autism Unlimited exists to support and empower autistic children, adults and their families. We partner with them to find solutions and provide educational and life skills training.
From bespoke education for children, to independent living skills and career guidance for adults, we ensure that everyone who comes to us for support finds a route to their goals and to a rich and fulfilled life.
Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring that Autism Unlimited achieves its core purpose of supporting and empowering those with autism while ensuring the charity develops and delivers it's strategy.
What will you be doing?
We seek trustees with experience in education or further education to join our board. We are particularly interested in hearing from people who will bring enthusiasm and commitment to the role and broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Much has changed since our founders started the charity over 50 years ago. We have grown enormously, and we know that there is still much to do.
We recognise the challenges for children, adults and their families and will work with them as partners to find solutions and create opportunities through tailored learning and support.
It is thanks to the continued hard work and dedication of everybody involved in our charity, that we can deliver new opportunities for the children and adults we support.
Today, we employ over 400 people across the South of England, and our future plans include a programme of engagement with organisations to share the benefits of employing autistic people as well as expansion of our autism and SEN college, Futures.
We want to show to the outside world that we are accessible and relevant to the autistic community, particularly those audiences or organisations which we may not have reached until now.
Estimate of time needed: 0-5 hours / month. Board meetings are usually out of office hours
What are we looking for?
A background within education or further education.
- A strong personal commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion: interest and/ or lived experience.
- Willingness and ability to understand and deliver on their duties and responsibilities as trustees and act in the charity's best interests.
- Creative and strategic thinking, sound and independent judgement, and ability to work effectively as a team member.
What difference will you make?
As a trustee, you will help shape the future of our charity by bringing fresh perspectives and expertise in education or further education. You will play a important role in broadening our reach, driving initiatives that create tailored learning opportunities for autistic individuals, and ensuring we remain accessible and relevant to the communities we serve.
The Gold Standards Framework (GSF) charity are seeking new Trustees to join our Board to support the important work of enabling generalist frontline teams improve care for people nearing the end of life. We are seeking in particular, new Trustees who have business development, finance, charity or fundraising expertise or experience, who might be interested in this area, as well as others interested in social care, education or palliative or end of life care.
The Gold Standards Framework (GSF) Centre recently celebrated 25 years of work improving end of life care given by generalist frontline teams. GSF is the leading provider of training in end of life care for generalist front line staff across health and social care. We have trained and accredited thousands of teams, influenced national policy and practice and GSF has improved the care for many millions of people and their families.
Much has been achieved but there is still more to do ... We have a bold and exciting vision to ensure that everyone experiences Gold Standard end of life care. We want to see a big increase in the number of people that are trained, and we want to influence policy to make Gold Standard end of life care a requirement. We have recently become a CIO charity and as we enter a new chapter of our story, we are seeking new trustees to help us to achieve our vision and contribute to our strategic purpose.
Could you help us achieve these goals? We are a small team and value the contribution of our trustees, partners, associates and professional reference groups. Trustees will typically attend 4-6 online board meetings a year, along with other communications and support between meetings, plus occasional strategy away days.
For full details, read more on the Gov (dot) UK website.
We are looking for people with the same shared values and commitment to improving end of life care in our country. We need experienced and passionate trustees to help our excellent team to meet our vision. We are particularly interested in:
- Finance Fundraising Business management, especially in the charity or training sectors
- Marketing/communications
- Health and/or social care provision
- Palliative/End of Life Care/GSF in practice
- Senior board level/charity experience
- Integrated care systems/local authorities
- Health & Care Policy
Please email Keri Thomas, Sue Richards, or Julie Armstrong-Wilson if you’re interested in having an informal chat. More information on GSF can be found on our website
The Gold Standards Framework (GSF) is the UK’s leading training provider for generalist frontline staff in caring for people in the last years of life
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Chair and Trustees
Unremunerated
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust (GWT) want everyone in Gloucestershire to value, enjoy and share wildlife in the county and believe strongly that nature matters, not only in its own right, but for the huge benefits it brings to the people of Gloucestershire.
With a new Chief Executive in post and the launch of a refreshed ambitious strategy in place, this is an exciting time to join a highly driven Board as they look to recruit a new Chair (preferably with previous trustee experience) and trustees passionate about wildlife and the people of Gloucestershire.
Along with a demonstrable passion for wildlife and the people of Gloucestershire, we are particularly interested in candidates who bring experience and skills in one or more of the below areas:
Ecology
Strategic Finance
Enterprise and Business Development
Green Finance
Climate Change
We are especially keen to hear from people from Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups who are currently under-represented on our board. Persons with lived experience and knowledge of Gloucestershire is highly desirable.
For further information please review our dedicated microsite by clicking 'apply via website'.
Closing date: Friday 6th October
The GRAB Trust was established to address waste and recycling issues in Argyll & Bute and this year is celebrating its 25th year! The GRAB Trust exists to seek the preservation and maintenance of the outstanding natural quality of Argyll and Bute’s environment by participating in and encouraging sustainable environmental and waste management activities by the wider Argyll and Bute public.
GRAB recognises that the key to its work continuing successfully is through engaging the local community - the public need to be interested and active in sustainable environmental projects. They need to be suitably informed of the relevant issues and offered a range of accessible, enjoyable and rewarding community projects:
- To promote increased levels of re-use through the landmark Lorn & Oban Reuse Initiative (LORI) in order to for Argyll and Bute become a Zero Waste society; offer volunteering opportunities for more local people; and offer opportunities for the long-term unemployed and community service offenders through their pioneering training and job search programme
Find out more here: LORI Project
- The promotion of beach cleaning and marine issues through continuing delivery of the Argyll and Bute Beaches and Marine Litter project: Beaches and Marine Litter Project
- Delivery of community clean-ups around beaches and roadside verges utilising publicly funded litter grants: Litter Pick Projects
- The delivery of professional waste, recycling and wider environmental education, awareness and training activities to all sectors of the Argyll and Bute public including schools, households, businesses and visitors: GRAB Education Projects
- Fostering, encouraging and supporting local community involvement and participation in a range of sustainable, recycling and environmental projects across Argyll and Bute.
Recently the GRAB Trust has supported over 8,000 individuals through LORI; reached over 55,000 people via social media; and engaged hundreds of participants in beach cleans and workshops. They’re now looking for new people to join the board as trustees so they can continue this vital work.
Find out more about the GRAB Trust’s valuable work here: GRAB Trust
Who they’re looking for
Traditionally, GRAB trustees have been residents of the Argyll and Bute area but GRAB would also welcome interest from candidates who are from further afield. New trustees are sought who offer insights and experience in:
- Buildings and properties maintenance and development, such as improvements and renewals to drive income from current GRAB buildings and securing new facilities for expansion;
- Any type of recycling programmes and/or environmental protection;
- Fundraising, in particular trusts and foundations or securing governmental/grants funding;
- Stakeholder or partnership development, locally and beyond the Argyll and Bute region
How to Apply:
If you share a passion for communities, climate change mitigation and the local environment in Argyll and Bute this could be the role for you!
Please email to request a copy of the candidate information pack.
Candidates are kindly asked to submit their comprehensive, up-to-date CV and a supporting statement that highlights their suitability for the role and motivation for applying.
Closing Date: Monday 28th October
If you have any questions about these roles, please get in touch so we can help find the answers for you.
*Candidates are kindly reminded to let us know if any dates in the recruitment schedule are inconvenient so an alternative may be found. Please also advise if you need any additional support during this process so BTA can make every effort on your behalf (e.g. larger print docs; different colour text)
This search is being conducted exclusively for The GRAB Trust by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments
The organisation:
The GRAB Trust was established to address waste and recycling issues in Argyll & Bute and this year is celebrating its 25th year! The GRAB Trust exists to seek the preservation and maintenance of the outstanding natural quality of Argyll and Bute’s environment by participating in and encouraging sustainable environmental and waste management activities by the wider Argyll and Bute public.
GRAB recognises that the key to its work continuing successfully is through engaging the local community - the public need to be interested and active in sustainable environmental projects. They need to be suitably informed of the relevant issues and offered a range of accessible, enjoyable and rewarding community projects:
* To promote increased levels of re-use through the landmark Lorn & Oban Reuse Initiative (LORI) in order to for Argyll and Bute become a Zero Waste society; offer volunteering opportunities for more local people; and offer opportunities for the long-term unemployed and community service offenders through their pioneering training and job search programme
* The promotion of beach cleaning and marine issues through continuing delivery of the Argyll and Bute Beaches and Marine Litter project
* Delivery of community clean-ups around beaches and roadside verges utilising publicly funded litter grants
* The delivery of professional waste, recycling and wider environmental education, awareness and training activities to all sectors of the Argyll and Bute public including schools, households, businesses and visitors
* Fostering, encouraging and supporting local community involvement and participation in a range of sustainable, recycling and environmental projects across Argyll and Bute.
The opportunities:
Traditionally, GRAB trustees have been residents of the Argyll and Bute area but GRAB would also welcome interest from candidates who are from further afield. New trustees are sought who offer insights and experience in:
- Buildings and properties maintenance and development, such as improvements and renewals to drive income from current GRAB buildings and securing new facilities for expansion;
- Any type of recycling programmes and/or environmental protection;
- Fundraising, in particular trusts and foundations or securing governmental/grants funding;
- Stakeholder or partnership development, locally and beyond the Argyll and Bute region
If you share a passion for communities, climate change mitigation and the local environment in Argyll and Bute this could be the role for you!
Share Psychotherapy (Share) is recruiting for a Chair to lead our board of trustees.
We are in an exciting phase of development, strengthening our core clinical team, improving administrative and business systems and solidifying our financial position. We want to build upon our position as a centre of excellence in psychotherapy, by significantly increasing engagement of users, and to make an even bigger contribution to improving mental health in Sheffield.
The Chair of the Board will provide leadership as we develop and grow. Using your skills in leadership, communication, integrity and openness, you will work alongside the other trustees on the board to drive the ambitious vision for Share’s future and guide the staff and large volunteer base. The following areas represent the main elements of the role. Key activities that will usually be the responsibility of the Chair are:
· Lead with the Board the strategic and sustainable development the organization
· Chair formal board meetings and the annual AGM
· Ensure that trustees comply with their duties and the charity is well governed and all aspects of financial, corporate and clinical governance are maintained
· Act as a spokesperson and advocate for the charity
· Be a proactive communicator and embrace a participatory leadership style
· Line manage and provide support to senior staff
The Board holds quarterly formal meetings (usually online), intervening monthly informal sessions and provides general oversight of the work of Share. The commitment as Chair is approximately 3-4 days per month.
We currently have a co-chair job share arrangement which has worked well for the organisation and the individuals holding the post. The board would be open to another co-chair arrangement and there is the opportunity to job share with one of our existing chairs, either as a permanent arrangement or for an introductory period.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Astrid Walker Bourne
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.