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External Trustee
Durham Students’ Union
Location: Durham
Commitment: Voluntary
Term: Four years (renewable)
Closing date: Midday on 29 May 2026
Atkinson HR and Marble Mayne are pleased to be supporting Durham SU in their search for two External Trustees to join their Board.
Durham students created Durham SU in 1899 as the Student Representative Council, the first and only thing owned by every single student at our university, no matter what their course or College.
Over one hundred years later, student life is very different, but much of what we think is important and the way we work would be recognisable to our founders. We’re still unique at Durham, because we belong to every single student, and we’re where every single student belongs.
Durham is a leading students’ union, working with a world-class university, in an exceptional city, and our foundations are strong. We’re proud and privileged to be able to use this heritage to be ambitious about our future.
Our Board of Trustees is now looking for two new members of, and we’re so pleased you may be interested in helping us to bring students together to make Durham University fairer and better.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of students in Durham. As an External Trustee, you will play a key role in setting and monitoring Durham SU’s strategy, providing financial oversight, managing risk, and ensuring the organisation remains fit for purpose. The Board meets five times per year, with trustees also invited to engage in other opportunities such as sitting on an appointments panel, meeting with auditors or attending a student awards ceremony
Durham SU is keen to hear from individuals who are curious, genuine and enthusiastic about Durham SU doing well. They are particularly interested in candidates who bring knowledge of the Higher Education sector or Students' Unions, and experience in political, corporate or financial settings.
Durham SU will also welcome applications from first-time trustees and aim to have an inclusive Board with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form, where you will be asked to answer three questions:
Tell us why you’d like to join Durham SU as a Trustee and how do your personal values align with the SU’s?
What knowledge, abilities, and experience can you contribute to our Board’s collective skills?
How would you add value to the Board and our work to support students?
Each answer should be a maximum of 400 words.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Atkinson HR via. the details in the candidate pack.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Midday on Friday 29th May 2026
Interviews: Monday 8th June 2026
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Volunteer Charities & Campaigns Manager (Remote - UK)
Organisation: Influential Stars
Location: Remote (UK based). London or Herts preferred (not essential)
Commitment: Flexible hours depending on organisational needs
Contract Type: Volunteer
About Us
Influential Stars is a purpose driven platform connecting creators, supporters, and causes through exclusive experiences and campaigns that raise funds for UK charitable organisations. We are a growing team committed to delivering meaningful impact through professionally managed experiences.
Our Story
Influential Stars was founded by Lisa Connell, who is living with an inoperable brain tumour and has spent many years raising awareness and support for UK causes. The platform was created from a deeply personal belief that influence, connection, and community can be powerful forces for good when brought together in the right way.
Volunteers play a vital role in helping turn that vision into real world impact, enabling experiences that raise funds, create joy for winners, and support charitable organisations across the UK.
The Role
We are seeking a compassionate, confident, and highly professional Volunteer Charities & Campaigns Relationship Manager to build and maintain relationships with charitable organisations, community groups, and individuals using crowdfunding pages.
This role involves guiding partners from initial contact through onboarding and maintaining ongoing rapport, ensuring they feel supported, understood, and valued throughout their involvement with the platform.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, approach, and invite suitable charities, community groups, and crowdfunding campaigns to join the platform
Guide partners through the onboarding process from first contact to launch
Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with both organisations and individuals
Act as a key point of contact for enquiries, support, and reassurance
Maintain regular communication to sustain engagement and rapport
Support individuals who may be experiencing difficult or traumatic circumstances with sensitivity and professionalism
Coordinate with internal team members to ensure partners receive timely assistance
Provide clear information about how the platform works and what to expect
Maintain accurate records of communications and partnership activity using our CRM management system
Ensure all interactions reflect empathy, professionalism, and respect
Skills and Experience Required
Essential:
Strong relationship management or engagement experience
Excellent customer service skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Confidence communicating by phone, email, and online platforms
High level of empathy and emotional intelligence
Ability to communicate sensitively with people experiencing challenging circumstances
Strong IT skills, including confident use of computer databases and standard office software (e.g. Word, Excel)
Experience using a CRM or similar database system
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple relationships
Professional, reliable, and approachable manner
Desirable:
Familiarity with HubSpot CRM (preferred but not essential as training will be provided)
Experience working with charities, community groups, or support services
Experience in partnerships, outreach, or fundraising roles
Experience working remotely within a team
Based in London or Hertfordshire for occasional in person meetings (not essential)
Working Arrangement
Fully remote position
Flexible working hours depending on organisational needs
Occasional support calls or meetings with partners
No travel required. However, if you choose to meet with partners in person, reasonable travel costs will be covered where possible
Occasional (optional) in person team meetings
Why Volunteer With Us
Play a vital role in supporting charities, families, and individuals during significant moments in their lives
Help build partnerships that enable meaningful fundraising and impact
Gain valuable experience in relationship management and community engagement
Join a mission driven organisation at an exciting stage of growth
Flexible volunteering that can fit around other commitments
Opportunity to build meaningful professional relationships across the charity and community sectors
Although this is currently a volunteer position, Influential Stars is actively working to grow the platform with the long term aim of creating paid roles. While we are unable to provide a timeframe and future opportunities will depend on the organisation’s growth and incoming work, this role offers the chance to be part of that journey from an early stage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public.
Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported. Activities include:
· Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
· Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
· Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
· Keeping financial records from fundraising events
· Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
· Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. You will be supported and guided from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
We're looking for someone with the following:
· Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
· Excellent organisational skills
· The ability to prioritise and delegate
· An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
· Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
· Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
· Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public.
Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported. Activities include:
· Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
· Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
· Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
· Keeping financial records from fundraising events
· Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
· Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. You will be supported and guided from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
We're looking for someone with the following:
· Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
· Excellent organisational skills
· The ability to prioritise and delegate
· An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
· Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
· Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
· Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public.
Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported. Activities include:
· Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
· Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
· Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
· Keeping financial records from fundraising events
· Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
· Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. You will be supported and guided from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
We're looking for someone with the following:
· Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
· Excellent organisational skills
· The ability to prioritise and delegate
· An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
· Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
· Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
· Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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VOLUNTEER ROLE: EVENTS ORGANISER
The Lyonic Scots Clan Society
Flexible • One‑off or multiple events throughout the year
The Lyonic Scots Clan Society is a modern Scottish cultural organisation inspired by the legacy of Robert “The Lyon” and the survivors of Culloden. We celebrate Scottish heritage, Highland identity, and the enduring spirit of courage, kinship, and belonging.
As we continue to grow across the UK and internationally, we are seeking enthusiastic Volunteer Events Organisers to help us plan and deliver a number of small cultural events throughout the year. Whether you want to organise one event or several, your contribution will help bring the Clan together and strengthen our community.
About the Role
Events are at the heart of any clan society — moments where heritage comes alive, friendships are formed, and community is strengthened. We are looking for volunteers who can help plan, coordinate, and deliver small‑scale gatherings such as:
Cultural meet‑ups
Heritage talks or workshops
Social gatherings
Online events
Local clan meet‑and‑greets
Seasonal celebrations
You can take on one event, a few, or support the full calendar — whatever suits your availability.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and organise small events (online or in‑person)
Coordinate logistics such as venue, timings, and materials
Communicate with attendees and the Council
Ensure events run smoothly and reflect the dignity and heritage of the Clan
Work with other volunteers when needed
Share ideas for new cultural or community‑building activities
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be a great fit if you:
Enjoy organising gatherings or community events
Are reliable, friendly, and good at communicating
Can manage simple logistics and planning tasks
Are creative and enjoy bringing people together
Care about Scottish culture, heritage, and community identity
Want to contribute to a meaningful cultural organisation
No professional events experience is required — just enthusiasm and a willingness to help.
What You’ll Gain
Experience in event planning and community organising
A chance to shape the cultural life of the Lyonic Scots
Flexible volunteering — take on as much or as little as you like
A warm, supportive team who value your contribution
The joy of bringing people together through heritage and community
Help Bring the Clan Together
If you’re ready to help create meaningful cultural moments for the Lyonic Scots, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Apply now through CharityJob and help us build a vibrant calendar of clan events.
Lyonic Scots is a living cultural community, honouring the past, celebrating the present, and carrying the Lyonic Scots legacy into the future.
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!
We are seeking a highly intuitive and driven Podcast Guest Booker / Story Researcher to join our Social Media Management Team (SMMT). This is not a typical admin role — we are looking for a natural story hunter. Someone who can uncover powerful, untold stories from anywhere in the world, build trust with individuals, and bring those voices onto our platform. You will play a key role in shaping the impact of our podcast by sourcing guests whose stories educate, challenge, and awaken our audience.
Key Responsibilities
What Makes a Strong Candidate
Preferred (But Not Required)
Why Join Us?
Be part of a global truth-telling movement
Play a direct role in uncovering and amplifying powerful real-life stories
Flexible, remote volunteering with meaningful impact
Opportunity to grow into a paid Management role as we scale
Develop high-value skills in research, outreach, storytelling, and media production
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Looking to Make a Difference? Join Where Next as a Board Trustee!
Are you a passionate professional who wants to make an impact beyond the workplace?
About Where Next
Where Next is a charity based in Redditch, Worcestershire and Studley, Warwickshire providing support to adults with learning disabilities. Founded over 40 years ago by caring parents it has grown from strengthen to strengthen and now provides day care for 150 clients. The care and support is centred around horticultural and social activities but it also covers many other activities for the clients ensuring that is a varied and engaging programme of activities, nurturing the potential of everyone who attends Where Next
The charity is led by a Chief Executive and a passionate and experienced Board consisting of an excellent Senior Management team and Trustees. There are 20 staff in total
The charity has just commenced a developmental journey which will be looking at redesigning the facilities and services ensuring that the charity continues to be relevant going forward.
Our webpage provides mor information and insight to the work of the charity
What we are looking for.
The Board are looking to strengthen existing skills and knowledge that currently exists and would like to appointment Trustees with any of the following skills and experiences.
Ø Parent/ carer of an individual with Learning and Disabilities - living or professional experience – bringing day to day experiences to ensure that the Charities strategy is appropriate from a user’s perspective
Ø Health and safety contract management – providing expertise in all aspects of safety aspect
Ø Fund raising and PR/marketing including social media - Bringing innovative ideas to expand our reach and connect more people with our cause.
Ø Project management – sharing skills to aid strategy of charities developments
Ø Business planning and/or Business Case development -providing skills for the creation of business cases
Ø Horticultural management – Bringing leadership to support the activities of the charity
Ø Education /Training/ skills and personal development - offering insights to help improve and develop our Board and workforce
Why Become a Trustee While Working Full-Time?
What’s Involved?
The application process
Applications are welcomed and applicants should send CVs and a supporting statement detailing what has attracted the applicants to Where Next to the Chief Executive.
The shortlisted applicants will be invited for initial discussion with the chairman and CEO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the job
Join the Board of Bristol Historic Buildings Trust — help restore a landmark for the community
Bristol Historic Buildings Trust (BHBT) is seeking passionate new Trustees to help us bring Ashton Court Mansion back to life.
Ashton Court Mansion is a Grade I listed manor house with origins dating to the 14th century, set within an 850-acre estate on the edge of Bristol. After decades of partial dereliction, we are working to take a 125-year lease from Bristol City Council and regenerate this extraordinary building for generations to come — as a living civic place where heritage, creativity and public life meet.
We are transitioning to a Charitable Community Benefit Society and preparing to launch a Community Share Offer in July 2026. This is an exciting moment to join the Board and play a shaping role in the project's next chapter.
We are particularly looking for trustees with skills and experience in:
• Charity finances and governance
• Public engagement and fundraising
• Law
• Commercial and business development
• Community projects — especially in Culture, Food, Skills, Sustainability and Heritage
We are also committed to a board that reflects the community we serve, and actively welcome applications from younger people seeking their first trustee experience.
What's involved:
• 4 quarterly board meetings per year (March, June, September, December) — approx. 2 hours each
• An annual strategy day
• Additional involvement as your skills allow — fundraising, stakeholder meetings, representing the charity at events
• Terms of up to 3 years (renewable)
• The role is unremunerated; reasonable expenses are reimbursed
Our mission: to restore and operate Ashton Court Mansion through a mixed-use model combining conservation, community programming and commercial activity — ensuring long-term financial and public sustainability.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Informal conversations welcome before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Activity Leader
Challenge Adventure Group (“CAG” for short and the operating name of CAG Trust) is a voluntary youth organisation for Knowle, Dorridge and beyond aimed at boys aged 10 and above.
As our name suggests, we provide challenging, adventurous and fun activities and the D of E Award for young people in their leisure time. Taking part in fun experiential activities enables members to develop their physical and mental skills and capacities and reach their full potential of becoming positive, active and happy citizens.
Summary
CAG was formed in 2009 and became a charity, CAG Trust, in 2019. Our activity leaders are at the centre of what we do - their good nature, leadership and passion for outdoor activities are what we pass on to the next generation. It is a role with a lot of responsibility and a huge amount of reward and satisfaction.
You will be part of a team of enthusiastic and passionate leaders who help to run CAG meeting nights on Tuesdays in term time. You will help run both indoor and outdoor team building activities for our all male members and this can include going on night walks, building fires, cooking on fires, trying out some bush craft, going on bike rides, trying indoor climbing, having a go at scuba diving in swimming pools, playing team building games, entering cake competitions, attempting bushtucker trials, putting up tents, learning navigation skills, keeping fit by doing bleep tests, going karting, having a crack at skiing at Ackers Trust, eating curry at Christmas and much, much more.
You can also join us on our weekend trips away to faraway places such as the Lakes, Snowdonia, the Peaks and even to snowier, colder climes on our legendary ski trip.
Description
The Building Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning, safety, and pleasant environment of Challenge Adventure Group’s premises at Bickenhill Church Hall. This position involves overseeing general building maintenance, coordinating with service providers, and supporting health and safety initiatives to provide a safe and professional space for our members and volunteer staff. This role is essential in upholding the quality of our physical environment, which underpins the service we provide.
Responsibilities:
Conduct regular visual inspections of the premises to identify any maintenance needs, repairs, or health and safety concerns;
Liaise with the Group Leader regarding identified issues and coordinate with external contractors (e.g., plumbers, electricians, general maintenance) for necessary repairs or services;
Oversee the general cleanliness and upkeep of the premises, liaising with cleaning staff and addressing any immediate concerns;
Manage external contracts related to building operations, such as utilities ensuring continuity and addressing any issues;
Ensure adequate stock levels and provision of general consumables for Cag's use of kitchen, toilets etc and manage ordering as required;
Act as a designated Fire Marshal and/or First Aider for the premises, undertaking relevant training and fulfilling associated duties;
Support delegated Health and Safety activities, including regular checks and reporting, to ensure compliance with relevant policies (e.g., Fire Safety, Health and Safety); Raise any immediate health and safety concerns or risks to the attention of the Group Leader;
Serve as a key point of contact for building-related matters, liaising effectively with contract providers and the landlord;
Facilitate access for maintenance personnel or service providers when required; Provide regular updates to the Group Leader on building status, ongoing issues, and completed tasks;
Maintain an organised system for tracking maintenance requests, contractor visits, and health and safety checks;
Contribute to establishing and maintaining a sustainability and recycling program for the premises.
We are looking for a volunteer who ideally should have / be:
Commitment to CAG and its ethos.
Enthusiasm and a positive attitude to work is essential.
Ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team.
A proactive attitude.
Making a difference - what impact will the opportunity have?
Your input is key to the day to day running of CAG as well as securing its future. You will have a big impact because this role is essential to ensuring that CAG members have a safe and secure environment to carry out their activities when they are on site.
What's in it for the volunteer?
You would become part of our small, friendly team and you have the opportunity to use your time, skills and experience to make a real difference to CAG and the community in which we operate. Additionally we can offer you:
The chance to be part of a charity at an exciting time in its development.
The opportunity to make a difference to young people’s lives through outdoor trips, activities and adventures.
Expenses, so you are not out of pocket.
About the location
Where will the volunteer be working?
The role requires a degree of physical presence to conduct inspections and liaise with on-site personnel.
Travel Limit
The candidate should also be available for occasional face to face Leader meetings.
When will the volunteer be working?
Volunteer availability
As required
Estimate of time commitment
Minimum 2 hours / week - the candidate will be able to offer further time as they wish
Details
The volunteering could be long term.
Successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS and two references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance Trustee - Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire is seeking a trustee with financial experience to help shape the future of our high-performing advice charity.
With offices in Grantham, Spalding and Stamford, plus outreach centres across the region, we support a population of 225,000 people. Last year, we helped 14,000 clients with 60,000 issues and secured over £7 million of additional income for them. We are here for everyone to help people move on with their lives.
As a trustee, you will join a well-known, respected charity, influence strategy, strengthen governance and contribute to meaningful change. This is an opportunity to share your expertise with other professional, dedicated trustees, gain valuable experience, build on your leadership and strategy skills, and increase your employability. Previous Board experience would be an advantage, but is not essential.
You will guide the Board and the Chief Executive Officer on the key assumptions and financial implications of budgets and plans. You will use your financial knowledge and understanding to oversee the financial management of the charity and advise the Board.
You will monitor the charity’s financial performance and support the CEO and financial team in areas such as budgeting, clear and accurate financial reporting and financial compliance. This is an opportunity for you to:
· join a respected national charity
· make a positive impact for people in your local area, and
· gain valuable board experience and build leadership and strategy skills.
The time commitment is four in-person Board meetings and four or five remote committee meetings a year, a Board Away Day and an involvement of 1-2 days per month with the Finance Team.
What do you need to become a trustee?
Trustees don’t need specific qualifications, but we expect all trustees to have
six core skills:
● Insight into the organisation: considering CASL’s objects and its public
benefit strategically
● Challenging constructively: clarifying facts; stimulating thought
● Analysing issues: being objective; evaluating risks; using evidence;
planning ahead
● Weighing up opinions: using evidence; balancing long- and short-term;
prioritising value
● Interpersonal skills: communicating clearly; listening actively;
supporting a healthy culture, and
● Confidence and self-awareness: collaborating with others; treating
everyone with respect.
In addition, as Finance Trustee you will need:
● financial literacy, including experience of creating and managing
budgets
● ability to interpret financial information and communicate it clearly, and
● strong analytical skills.
For this role, we also value:
● experience of working in finance, accounting and/or audit
● experience in charity finance, SORP, or nonprofit financial management
● familiarity with financial software, and/or
● experience of Board or committee work.
Finally, competent trustees should have these six personal qualities to some
extent, and demonstrate them in their behaviours:
● Committed - motivated, dedicated, persevering; plays an active role.
● Responsible - accountable, independent, reliable; accepts collective
responsibility.
● Trustworthy - ethical, principled; is a critical friend and focuses on
continuous improvement.
● Collaborative - team-oriented, approachable; builds relationships and
seeks consensus.
● Confident - independent; contributes constructively and expresses
opinions courageously.
● Thoughtful - curious, adaptable, open-minded; appropriately challenges
the status quo.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.