Committee Member Volunteer Roles in Birmingham

We are looking for one new committee member with legal experience to join the existing committee to uphold the principles of the Code of Ethics for Museums and oversee the effective and consistent operation of the code.

The aim of the Ethics Committee is to:

• Develop and champion the application of sound ethical principles and behaviours within the museum community
• Give advice and guidance on ethical matters to the museum community, including the MA board and staff
• Review the code and recommend to the MA board amendments to the Code of Ethics where necessary.

The role involves attending approximately four online meetings per year and liaising as a committee via email and telephone. The role is not remunerated but expenses are reimbursed.

We welcome applicants from museum professionals from all backgrounds and parts of the sector. We would particularly welcome applicants that have legal experience and people from a range of diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, people of colour, people who identify as LGBTQI+ and people from a range of socio-economic and educational backgrounds. 

All applicants must be individual members of the Museums Association. The successful applicant will be asked to join the Museums Association if not already a member.

If you are interested in this role, please complete the application form and equality and diversity monitoring form via our website.

The deadline for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday 30 March 2025.

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to The Methodist Church? Are you a keen and experienced individual who is interested in supporting the work with partner churches and organisations around the world?

About the Role

This committee makes decisions on grants from the World Mission Fund and has been set up in such a way as to maximise mutuality in decision-making. By making use of easier communications through technology, we believe that we are in a position to share decision-making in a way that was hitherto not possible just a few years ago.

Grants from the World Mission Fund are decided by this sub-committee of the Global Relationships Committee, entitled, ‘The World Mission Fund (WMF) Grants Committee’, to which eleven persons, are appointed as follows:

• A Chair, who is a member of the Methodist Church in Britain (MCB) and a member of the Global Relationships Committee.
• A second member of MCB, with an especial responsibility to ensure grant giving is made in accordance with Standing Orders.
• A representative of the Methodist Church in Ireland.
• Two representatives from Partner Churches or Organisations, recommended by the Partnership Co-ordinators, from each of the four geographical regions to which we relate globally: Africa; Asia–Pacific; the Americas; Europe.

This particular role is for the second member of MCB with special responsibility to ensure grant giving is made in accordance with Standing Orders.

All members have voting rights; all must name any potential conflicts of interest; and decisions of this sub-committee can be processed immediately. However, the sub-committee’s Chair will make a brief report at each Global Relationships Committee about grants dispersed.

About You

We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills, this individual will:

• Have previous experience served as a Trustee or Committee member.
• Have some previous experience working in another country or in relationship with organisations in other countries.
• Have an awareness of the variety of contexts that exist within the Methodist Church in Great Britain’s Global Partners.
• Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain
• Be able to exercises sound judgement in decision making.

Applications are particularly welcome from lay people

The Role Description and Person Specification includes some useful information about our processes.  We advise you to download and review this document ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form.

Please note that where appropriate, successful nominees will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and a DBS check.

Closing Date: 11 April 2025

Interviews: 28 April 2025, in person, Methodist Church House (London)

Policy and Standards Independent Member 

We are recruiting for an independent member of our Policy and Standards Committee. Find out more about this committee’s work and how to apply.

Why join this committee?

The Policy and Standards Committee supports the work of our Board of Trustees.

The PSC’s role is to ensure that IOSH aligns with national and global developments, sector policy and standards. It supports the Board of Trustees to put in place the framework, currently Activate 2028, and set out the values, culture and behaviours that will help the Institution deliver its core purpose.

Joining the committee is the perfect way to:

• show your abilities
• develop contacts
• give something back.

You’ll gain an understanding of strategic decision making, have the opportunity to discuss resources and learn about the direction in which the organisation is going.

You can have a direct impact on our future, helping the Board fulfil its roles and responsibilities.

Who can apply?

This vacancy is for an independent committee member. You cannot be an IOSH member.

We are looking for someone with these skills and experience.

• Individuals with experience of working in the education sector with specialist expertise and ability to scrutinise regulation and policies for this area.
• Currently working in, or have previously worked in, vocational/further/higher education or profession qualifications (not necessarily H&S subject area as this could create conflicts of interest).
• Understanding of UK education framework(s) and fit with other countries’ qualifications and credit frameworks.  
• Experience/understanding of developing professional guidance.
• Understanding of the role of competencies in designing professional standards.
• Experience in analysing regulations and policies

We encourage applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds to ensure we have a diverse and inclusive committee. We are particularly interested in recruiting women to achieve a better gender balance. We are committed to supporting people with the potential to grow into this role.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to help you apply for these vacancies. 

What’s involved?

You’ll need to commit to attend four virtual meetings per year. It may be necessary on occasion to hold additional meetings. You’ll also need to spend some time reading and reviewing papers between meetings.

Appointments are for a two or three-year term. Terms of office are staggered to ensure continuity.

The role is unpaid, however reasonable expenses will be paid.

Full details and how to apply can be found on our website.

Closing date is 4th April 2025.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FAR) Member - Voluntary position.Seeking a volunteer to guide the financial and strategic direction of CILIP.

About the role

CILIP (The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals) is seeking a committed and enthusiastic person to join our Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee. This is a great time to get involved as we work to improve how we support library, knowledge and information professionals across the UK

As a member of the FAR Committee, you’ll help guide the financial and strategic direction of CILIP.  Ensuring we continue to support our members and promote the importance of libraries and information services in society.

About CILIP

CILIP is the UK’s professional body for librarians and information specialists. We help our members develop their skills and careers while advocating for the value of libraries, knowledge and information services.

• Vision: A professional community, dedicated to changing lives through quality information, services and expertise.
• Mission: To be the leading professional membership association for people working in information, knowledge, libraries and related disciplines.
• Values: We will stand for and actively champion the values that unite our profession: Social justice, Intellectual freedom and Evidence-based practice

Role Responsibilities

As part of the FAR Committee, you will provide advice and oversight on financial and risk matters. Your role will include:

• Reviewing the financial planning, budgeting, and reporting of CILIP's Executive team
• Ensuring robust financial controls, audit and risk management processes are in place
• Helping to develop strategies to achieve our goals
• Ensure CILIP manages its resources responsibly
• Acting in the best interests of the charity

Who We Are Looking For: 

We’re looking for someone with financial expertise who shares our mission and values.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with financial expertise who wants to make a real difference. We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Have a background in charity finance, accounting, audit practices or a related field
• Have experience managing investment portfolios
• Possess strong strategic thinking and leadership skills

Will I be paid?

CILIP FAR members are volunteers and these positions are unpaid but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed, in line with CILIP’s expenses policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion

CILIP is an equal opportunities employer and committed to championing diversity, inclusion, and representation. We particularly welcome applications from people from under-represented groups. If you need any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please do let us know. 

Induction and Support

Trustee experience is not needed.  New trustees will receive full training and support to help them succeed in the role. You’ll work with our trustees and in partnership with our Chief Commercial Officer, ensuring accountability to the board as a whole.

This role offers opportunities for personal fulfilment and professional development while supporting an organisation that makes a difference.

If you are passionate about empowering library, knowledge and information professionals and want to use your financial expertise to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Send a copy of your CV and personal statement by 6th April 2025.

Registered Charity No 313014

Why we need you?
The Halifax Charity Gala is organised by a committee of local volunteers in their spare time. The work required to plan and execute the gala is quite large & growing, with Committee members working all year round to support the 40 or so local good causes we represent. This all requires keeping the public (our customers) updated with relevant information, as well as openly engaging with our member organisations & suppliers.

What will you be doing?
Helping to organise Calderdale’s longest-running annual not-for-profit family event! On a more practical level, you’ll be sharing confirmed information (such as the arena acts, the Procession floats, where tickets are on sale) proactively on our social media channels, as well as republishing the posts into relevant groups. You may also post “call outs” for local performance groups, specialist vehicle owners, independent traders, etc to apply to be part of our next event. Furthermore, you’ll respond to any comments/replies/messages received, forwarding the query to the appropriate team internally if required.

As the Social Media Officer, over Gala weekend you will be asked to share photographs captured by our volunteer photographers, repost content shared by members of the public, and schedule “coming next” posts for our timetable of events.

What skills do you need?
You will need to be able to communicate well in written English. You’ll need access to a suitable device which can access Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn & X, and you’ll need your own accounts on those (so we can grant you permission to act as our channels).

How much time do you need to commit?
Scheduling proactive posts can be done at any time to suit you; over winter months, this may only amount to an hour per month, but as the event gets closer, could take 2-3 hours per week. Responding to comments/etc varies, though in winter is likely less than an hour per month, but in May & June can be 2-3 hours per week; this can be done flexibly to suit you, if notifications are responded to within a reasonable time.

Regular meetings over the year. These are held on weekday evenings usually once a month; we have an additional one in May as well as two charity meetings a year. You should aim to be able to attend every meeting, however there is provision in our constitution to attend our meetings virtually (via a web browser or mobile app).

As much time as possible over the weekend of the second Saturday in June, although this is not a requirement as we do have some Committee members that cannot help with setup or take down.

What support will you be given?
You can always speak to anyone else on the committee or the one of the other officers. We work as a supportive team and help each other when workloads are high, or life gets in the way. 

What are the benefits?
Satisfaction of knowing you are making a valuable contribution to a successful, high-profile event supporting local good causes and providing the people of Halifax a great family day out.
Enjoyment of meeting new people within your community and being a part of our team.
Knowledge that you will have made a positive impact and improved the experience of the public and our member organisations.
The opportunity to develop various skills.
Brunch & evening meal on setup day and lunch on Gala Day.

How to sign up?
Join as a Committee member and speak to one of the elected officers (Chairperson, Treasurer, Charity Liaison Officer, Committee Administration Officer or Honorary Secretary) to say that you are willing to be appointed as the Social Media Officer

International voluntary roles for senior safeguarding professionals

The Church of England, Diocese in Europe is looking for experienced, senior safeguarding professionals to serve as independent members of the Diocese’s Safeguarding Advisory Committee.

The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Committee (DSAC) provides advice, strategic support and guidance to the Diocesan Bishop and his staff in respect of the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults across our chaplaincies in over 30 countries across Europe.  Committee members are also sometimes asked to advise the Bishop and the Diocesan staff about action to be taken in difficult safeguarding cases.  The Committee is responsible for reviewing safeguarding cases retrospectively in order to identify any lessons that need to be learned.

DSAC membership consists of senior Diocesan representatives, and independent safeguarding professionals who bring an external perspective to enhance the level of scrutiny and transparency provided by the DSAC.  They provide challenge and support.  This is a unique opportunity to contribute to safeguarding in an international church context, with the chance to make a real difference in developing the future strategy of the organisation.

Skills and Experience: 

External members must have extensive, current or recent child protection or adult safeguarding experience at a senior level in a statutory, voluntary or private organisation.  We would be particularly interested in hearing from anyone who has experience of safeguarding in an international context, people who have experience working with survivors of abuse, and anyone with direct experience of working with refugees and asylum seekers. 

In accordance with Church of England safeguarding policies, the Diocese in Europe is committed to Safer Recruitment Practice, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate checks.

Further Information: 

These are voluntary positions.  The DSAC meets 5 times a year and 4 of these meetings are on zoom with one in person in London.  Meetings are normally 2 hours in duration. Reasonable UK travel expenses will be met. The Diocese will offer a period of induction and support together with access to training and development.  The Diocese of Europe brings together over 250 Anglican congregations in more than 30 jurisdictions across Europe, Russia, Turkey and Morocco.  For more information see our website by searching for Diocese in Europe.

 To express interest: 

Please submit a covering letter and CV, detailing your suitability and experience for these roles via email as stated on this site by April 14 2025.  It is expected that interviews will be held in late April 2025.  Members serve three year terms which are renewable once. If you would like an informal chat about the role please email as above.

Volunteer role: Deputy Chair of the Stationing Committee

The Stationing Committee has oversight of the processes relating to the stationing of ministers within the Methodist Church. The Committee is seeking to nominate to the Methodist Conference, a Deputy Chair. This is open to all lay members of the Methodist Church. If you are skilled at chairing meetings, able to represent the Stationing Committee on a number of bodies, committed to helping the Church station its ministers through wise, fair and transparent processes – then please do offer for this role.

This appointment is subject to a change in Standing Orders regarding the membership of the Stationing Committee, which will be presented to the Methodist Conference in June 2025. The role would begin after the Conference but it is hoped the person would attend meetings of the Stationing Committee in the meantime as an observer.

Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025

Interviews: Thursday 10 April 2025 in London

• Role: Trustee for UK Board
• Experience: Candidates with experience in International Development (INGO experience) or Primary Education desired
• Subcommittees: Optional committee role in Audit & Risk Committee or Remuneration Committee
• Remuneration: Pro bono
• Time commitment: c. 10-12 days commitment per year
• Terms of the appointment: 3 years with possibility to renew for a further 3 years
• Location: UK – London and remote

About UWS

WHEN WE EDUCATE THE FUTURE, WE CHANGE THE FUTURE

Education accelerates poverty reduction, female empowerment, and improved infant mortality.
Yet, 251 million children worldwide are out of school.
 

This changes now.

UWS works to ensure children have access to quality, inclusive education in remote and marginalised communities by collaborating with local partners, communities and governments.

We deliver schools, we train teachers and we strengthen education systems.

Our low-cost, high impact model builds capacity, not dependency. This ensures that education systems continue to flourish beyond our involvement.

Shifting focus from delivering change in the short term, to empowering change for the long term, we go beyond educating the future, to changing it.

Our vision is Zero Education Poverty.

UWS is an international nonprofit that was established in 2008 to provide children in remote and marginalised regions access to free quality, inclusive primary education. We currently operate in rural areas of Cambodia, Myanmar, Nepal, and Madagascar, working with over 320 communities and over 70,000 children to date. We currently have three Boards, in the UK, USA, and Germany. This recruitment is for Trustees of the UK Board. 

Role summary

• Role: Trustee for UK Board and committee role (Audit & Risk Committee or Remuneration Committee)
• Remuneration: Pro bono
• Time commitment: c. 10-12 days commitment per year
• Terms of the appointment: 3 years with possibility to renew for a further 3 years
• Location: UK – London and remote

Role specification

The UK Board of Trustees governs UWS by setting its strategic direction, approving its goals and objectives, and providing oversight to ensure the organisation fulfils its mission. Trustees use their networks and expertise to support UWS in expanding its reach and impact.

Due to some Trustees stepping down at the end of their term, UWS is seeking one new Trustee to help expand its reach internationally to serve more children in remote communities. UWS is now particularly interested in candidates with International Development experience (INGO experience), particularly in Primary Education and ideally with an understanding of gender inclusive education – ensuring girls have the same start in life as boys. 

While UWS is headquartered in London, it has teams delivering programmes in Cambodia, Myanmar, Nepal, and Madagascar. Trustees play a key role in advocating for UWS, offering strategic guidance, and helping to develop partnerships that support its mission.

Diversity

At UWS, we are committed to ensuring our leadership reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that different perspectives and lived experiences strengthen our governance and decision-making. As part of this commitment, we are actively seeking to broaden representation on our board and encourage applications from individuals who bring diverse insights and backgrounds.

We particularly welcome applications from:

• Individuals with lived experience of informal, disrupted, or limited access to education.

• People from—or with strong connections to—our programme countries (Nepal, Myanmar, Madagascar, and Cambodia) or other low-income countries facing similar education challenges.

• Those with direct experience of overcoming barriers to education in low-income contexts.

Appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we may apply positive action where candidates from underrepresented backgrounds demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.

We encourage all who share our mission to apply and help us build a more inclusive and representative organisation.

Terms of appointment

This role is unremunerated, and the time commitment is approximately 10–12 days per year. This includes four Board meetings and one annual strategy day. Trustees may also choose to join a committee or provide ad hoc advisory support based on their expertise and availability.

UWS is committed to safeguarding children, and safe recruitment is central to this commitment. All applicants will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as a condition of Trusteeship.

Process

This process is being run in-house by the organisation, who will view the applications without edits. We therefore advise applicants to avoid using ‘see CV’ or ‘please call me to discuss further’ in your application as it may restrict your chances of progressing to the next round.

Deadline for applications: 25 April 2025
Shortlisting and candidates can expect to be contacted by: 9 May 2025
Candidates can expect the process to be completed by: Middle of June 2025.

Volunteer role: Deputy Chair of the Stationing Committee

The Stationing Committee has oversight of the processes relating to the stationing of ministers within the Methodist Church. The Committee is seeking to nominate to the Methodist Conference, a Deputy Chair. This is open to all lay members of the Methodist Church. If you are skilled at chairing meetings, able to represent the Stationing Committee on a number of bodies, committed to helping the Church station its ministers through wise, fair and transparent processes – then please do offer for this role.

This appointment is subject to a change in Standing Orders regarding the membership of the Stationing Committee, which will be presented to the Methodist Conference in June 2025. The role would begin after the Conference but it is hoped the person would attend meetings of the Stationing Committee in the meantime as an observer.

Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025

Interviews: Thursday 10 April 2025 in London

The Secretary provides administrative support to the operations of the ADH and advises the

Trustee and Executive Committee towards upholding UK Charity Commission guidelines. The

role ensures that ADH adheres to requirements of record keeping and data protection of

members. It provides the point of contact for Executive Committee team members and

Trustees to check and maintain UK policy relating to volunteer-led organisations, recruitment,

equality and safeguarding standards.

The role supports the Executive Committee Chair and Trustees in ensuring ADH team members

are treated fairly, with high standards of respect, dignity and inclusion, and in support of

upholding ADH charitable aims.

Key tasks:

● To maintain an accurate and high standard of records relating to ADH operations.

● To organize and minute a minimum of three Executive Committee meetings per year.

● To advise ADH Trustees on Charity Commission guidelines.

● To maintain and update ADH Charity Commission information.

● To work with the Treasurer to draft the Annual Report.

● To organize the AGM and communicate with members in relation to the AGM, reporting,

voting matters and policy changes.

● To support the Mentoring Coordinator in maintaining records and procedure and

covering for that role when required.

● To act as safeguarding point of contact for Sub-Committee teams and Executive

Committee members.

● To work alongside the Treasurer and Executive Committee Chair to ensure essential

ADH administration is undertaken in a timely manner.

● To offer an open and friendly point of contact across ADH Executive Committee and

Sub-Committee teams to support and facilitate operations.

As we look to further strengthen the depth and diversity of thought, experience and skills on the Corporation board, we are seeking to appoint new governors to support and steer the college on its journey to become exceptional.

No qualifications or previous governance experience are required – the most important thing is that you believe in the college’s values of inclusion, care, ambition and respect and are passionate about making a positive impact. All new governors are supported by our Director of Governance with a comprehensive induction programme and an ongoing development programme thereafter.

Supported by our Director of Governance, governors:

• Set the strategic direction of the college and review progress in delivering the strategic plan
• Review and monitor the implementation key college strategies and policies
• Hold senior leaders to account for the use of college resources and outcomes for learners
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and the Corporation’s own governing documents
• Consider and approve strategic developments and projects work collaboratively across the Corporation, contributing and applying their skills and expertise accordingly

We ask our governors to commit to a 12-month term of office in the first instance, followed by a further three years if approved by the Corporation. 

Methodist Modern Art Collection Management Committee – curatorial/registrarial volunteer vacancies

Experienced and creative art curators or registrars are invited to express interest in volunteering as members of the Management Committee for the  Methodist Church’s Modern Art Collection. We are seeking expertise to help us to care for and exhibit these works, to advise Borrowers and support exhibitions ‘on the ground’, while always ensuring the Collection is being used as an effective tool for mission.

This unique and world class, touring collection comprises of more than 55 artworks by renowned artists such as Sutherland, Frink and Hambling. Works from the Collection are loaned for exhibition several times each year, usually to churches rather than professional galleries, as well as being shown annually in the highly interactive setting of the Church’s assembly for children and young people.

We are seeking one or more committed volunteers to join the Methodist Modern Art Collection Management Committee and or be co-opted to one of its working groups. The Committee normally meets three times a year online, plus an in-person ‘away day’, with electronic communication and online working groups convened in between. We pay all reasonable expenses for volunteers to attend in-person committee meetings, and to visit potential exhibition venues, meet exhibition organisers in person, or to support the installation/de-install of exhibitions.
 

Closing date : 7 April 2025

Meet with the Nomination panel :25 April 2025

STAMMA is seeking a Chair of the Finance Committee to join our Trustee Board.

STAMMA is a small, ambitious, award-winning charity working with a brilliant community keen to create space and respect for people who stammer.  Founded in 1978, and formerly the British Stammering Association, we’re a registered charity and a membership organisation. 

Stammering has historically been used to evoke humour or suggest inadequacy.  Little wonder that many who stammer face daily ignorance, discrimination and disrespect.  This can affect job prospects, mental health and cause social isolation.  It can result in making a GP appointment a nightmare, stop you accessing a service altogether and leave you feeling disbelieved.  We’re here to change that.

We want to create a world where there is space for people to stammer.  We’re at the start of a new 5-year journey, supported by the National Lottery, to create space for people who stammer.  Now couldn’t be a better time to join us.

CHAIR OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE DUTIES

While Trustees have ultimate responsibility for the organisation, including finance, the Chair of the Finance Sub Committee will support other trustees carry out their financial duties.

The Chair of the Finance Committee will support the board in maintaining an overview of the charity's affairs, ensure its financial viability and that the charity has policies and systems in place to ensure robust financial planning, implementation and reporting. 

They postholder will:

-     Work with the Finance Manager and CEO to compilate the annual report of accounts for submission to the independent examiner and quarterly management accounts for the Board.

-     Advise fellow Trustees on a regular basis of the financial status of the charity and where necessary recommend action

-     Maintain budgetary oversight with the CEO.

-     Ensure the charity complies with legislative and regulatory requirements with regards to financial matters and acts within the confines of its governing document.

-     Maintain sound financial management of the charity’s resources, ensuring expenditure is in line with the agreed budget and investment activities meet accepted standards and policies.

-     Chair the Finance Committee in line with the terms of reference and recommend and report findings, developments and recommendations to the Board of Trustees.

-     Ensure that the charity has an appropriate reserves and investment policies. 

-     Act in the best interest of the charity, our beneficiaries and future beneficiaries.

-     Formally present the accounts at the annual general meeting, drawing attention to important points in an accessible and easily understandable way. 

-     Maintain absolute confidentiality about all sensitive and confidential information received as a trustee of the charity.

TRUSTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

-  Ensure that the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy.

-     Ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and relevant legislation or regulations.

-     Ensure that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its charitable objects.

-     Ensure that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets.

-     Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.

-     Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place.

-     Ensure the financial stability of the organisation and protect and manage the property of the charity and the investment of the charity’s funds.

-     Follow proper and formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the Chief Executive.

In addition to these statutory duties, each trustee should use their skills, knowledge and experience to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This will involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, or other issues in which the trustee has expertise.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS NEEDED

-   A qualified accountant is preferred, but not obligatory.  Applicants should have experience of financial control and budgeting at a senior level.

-   Experience of charity finance, fundraising and pension schemes.

-   The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences.

-   Prepared to provide challenge to the Board and CEO on financial projections and position.

-   Willingness to be available to the CEO and Finance Manager for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis.

-   Ideally, experience of Sage accounting.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

-   Commitment to the organisation. It would be brilliant if you stammer, but not essential.

-   Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.

-   Strategic vision.

-   Good, independent judgement.

-   Ability to think creatively.

-   Willingness to speak their mind.

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

-   Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Board Member of English Rural Housing Association.

As part of our approach to succession planning, we are currently looking to appoint one exceptional candidate to join the Board. The ideal candidate for this role will bring a wealth of experience in asset management and procurement. 

Job Title: Board Member 
Hours: Typically, five board meetings a year, plus three committee meetings, and two- or three-days visiting sites or attending external events. 
Term(s): For up to two terms of three years each. 
Responsible to: Chair of the Board 
Salary: Currently unremunerated with associated expenses paid (The Board have agreed that a £2.5K per annum salary be introduced from September 2025) 
Location: Board and committee meetings are usually facilitated by remote video access with at least three board meetings in person. In person meetings are generally held in London. 
Induction: All incoming Board Members benefit from a comprehensive induction process, including meeting staff, being assigned a board ‘buddy’, up to three professional coaching sessions and Insights Discovery personality profiling. 
Appraisal: Board Member appraisals are carried out annually and incorporate a 360-degree approach.

About Us
English Rural is a leading specialist rural housing association with an active development programme. We build and manage homes in village locations, principally across the South of England. We currently own and manage around 1,600 homes in almost 200 villages. Our ambition is to build a further 150 homes as part of our Business Strategy.

All the homes we build are enabled in partnership with local communities and are designed to help local people. Our developments are high-quality and have a small footprint, with an average scheme being only six homes. We are also one of the prominent national advocates of affordable rural housing, with HRH The Princess Royal as our Patron.

About the Role
This is an exciting time to join the Board, as English Rural continues the successful delivery of an ambitious Business Strategy, which supports our position as a leading provider of affordable rural homes. Through the Strategy we are investing more than ever in our agreed purpose – ‘The provision and management of affordable housing for local people in rural villages in England and to be an advocate for affordable rural housing’.

As well as meeting the general requirements of the role, we are particularly looking for candidates who can contribute in one or more of the following areas:

• Expertise in asset management within a housing or similar sector
• Sound knowledge of procurement and contract performance management
• Experience of implementing sustainability and environmental aims within a housing or similar sector

We hope on reading the recruitment pack (availble at the next step, on our website) you will find yourself inspired by the valuable work that we do, and we look forward to receiving your application.

The closing date for applications is: 10:00am on Monday 24th March 2025. 
Your application will be acknowledged and treated with strictest confidence. 
Interviews: Week of 7th April 2025 
Board meeting to confirm appointments: Thursday 1st May 2025

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

English Rural recognises the positive value of diversity and promotes equality. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

No agencies please.