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We’re looking for our next Chair of the Finance Committee (FinCom) and Trustee.
London-based ¦ Voluntary ¦ ~1–2 days/month plus 10 scheduled meetings each year
At the London Early Years Foundation (LEYF), we’re proud to be the UK’s largest charitable childcare social enterprise. With 43 nurseries, 1,000+ staff and a £37m turnover, we’re on a mission to change the world one child at a time - especially in London’s most disadvantaged communities.
We’re looking for a senior finance leader to join our Board of Trustees as Chair of FinCom, with Treasurer responsibilities. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who’s already served as a Trustee or Non-Executive Director and is ready to step into a leadership role with real influence.
What we’re looking for:
- A qualified accountant with senior-level finance experience (likely a current or former Finance Director)
- Someone who brings rigour to audit, risk, and financial oversight, and can lead strategic conversations at Board level
- A credible, thoughtful partner to our Finance Director - able to challenge, support, and collaborate on everything from acquisitions to reserves
- A confident chair and facilitator, who creates a positive, inclusive space for discussion and decision-making
- Someone with gravitas who’s interested in wider business and wants to advise (not run) ours. You understand the numbers, and bring commerciality and pragmatism
- A calm, grounded presence with high emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a genuine passion for our mission
Why join us?
- Use your skills to make a real difference to children and families across London
- Join a collaborative, professional, and down-to-earth Board and exec team
- Be part of a warm, values-led organisation that welcomes your ideas and energy
Interested?
If you’re the kind of leader others rally behind - calm, credible, and committed to making a difference - this is your opportunity to step into a role that matters.
Further details about the role can be found in our online info pack. We’re reviewing applications and progressing people in August – so don’t wait too long to express your interest. We’re hoping you will join us for key business meetings in September as part of the transition from our current FinCom Chair.
We're changing the world one child at a time
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We are looking for a new Board member with financial expertise to chair our Finance and Audit Committee, support our work, and bring new skills, expertise and ideas for the future of our organisation.
At Nottingham Contemporary, we believe in the power of contemporary art to inspire, challenge and bring people together. Our vision is to be a leading international contemporary art gallery, known for our innovative exhibitions, events and local engagement programmes. We are in an important moment in Nottingham Contemporary’s history as we deliver a transformative process of rearticulating our purpose and shaping our future. This includes securing our long-term financial standing by developing and working towards ambitious and entrepreneurial income generation strategies and building on new and existing partnerships, members and supporters.
We are looking for someone with strong financial understanding and experience to join our Board as a trustee and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee. This role is key to supporting Board members with financial decisions and understanding, providing a link between the Board and the Finance and Audit Committee and working closely with the Director and Senior Leadership Team.
Time commitment: We would normally expect trustees to prepare for and take part in 4–5 Board meetings per year. In addition, you will be expected to prepare for and chair up to 5 Finance and Audit Committee meetings per year. All trustees support the development of key pieces of work and are invited to voluntarily attend the 3 exhibition openings per year and other fundraising, networking and promotional functions. In total, this is estimated as a time commitment of an average of 1 day per month.
Payment: The role is an unpaid voluntary position. Reasonable travel expenses incurred taking part will be met.
Access: Information about our access statement and facilities can be found on our website.
Benefits: We offer mutually devised mentoring and training opportunities, based upon the needs and interests of new trustees. The role can provide opportunities for the development of experiences and networks in the cultural sector and beyond.
Closing date: Monday 20 October 2025
Interviews: w/c 3 November 2025
For more information, including the job description and person specification, please see our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you looking to put your experience, knowledge and skills to use in a unique challenging and exciting charitable environment? Then why not consider becoming a Trustee of Portsmouth Historic Quarter.
What will you be doing?
We look to new Trustees who join our Board to maintain and continue to build upon our capacity and diversity. We are a skills-based Board, with Trustees having one or more identified skills, which are relevant to the nature of PHQ and our key areas of operation. We are particularly looking for the following skills and experience:
- Commercial property experience, either in surveying or lettings and commercial property management.
- Financial management (at Finance Director level or above) incorporating astrong background in audit management and oversight.
- Gosport residents with experience of the local commercial, political or heritagelandscapes.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals from a range of backgrounds and experiences as part of our commitment to broaden the diversity of our Board. Previous Trustee experience is not necessary.
What are we looking for?
We are keen to hear from you if you can demonstrate:
Knowledge & Experience:
- The ability to provide strategic oversight and advice, valuating the risks and opportunities in your area of expertise/experience for other Trustees to enable them to engage in an informed way.
- Experience in driving and evaluating organisation delivery and improvement.
- You can draw on your knowledge, contacts and networks to support the work of PHQ.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strategic and creative thinking.
- Ability to provide effective support and challenge in a Board setting.
- Ability to probe facts, challenge assumptions, and identify advantages and disadvantages of proposals.
- Work effectively as part of a team taking an active role in discussions and decisions.
Essential qualities:
- Commitment to PHQ's mission, strategy and values.
- Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to be an effective Trustee.
- Good, independent judgement and willingness to express your views.
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity.
What difference will you make?
You will shape the strategy of PHQ and monitor progress on the delivery of that strategy, providing support, challenge and advice to a small executive management team. Each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. They should be ambassadors for PHQ, safeguarding our values and good name.
Before you apply
We would like applicants to tell us how they think they would support the work of PHQ.
PHQ is dedicated to creating authentic, educational and enjoyable places, experiences and opportunities that celebrate maritime history.




Citizens Advice Lewisham (CAL) delivers free, impartial and confidential advice to those who live, work or study in the London borough of Lewisham. We are looking for a new Trustee with senior charity leadership experience to join our committed Board.
What you will do
· Bring senior‑level charity insight to Board discussions on strategy, governance, risk and organisational effectiveness.
· Participate in Board meetings (one evening a quarter in Lewisham and/or online) and, where possible, contribute to a committee or time‑limited project.
What you bring
· Essential: Senior leadership experience within a charity (for example Chief Executive or Executive Director, Director, Head of Service or equivalent).
· Strong governance awareness and confidence interpreting and working with performance and risk information.
· Familiarity with charity finances and controls are a bonus.
What’s in it for you
· Make a tangible positive difference for Lewisham residents by ensuring the local Citizens Advice is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community.
· Contribute your skills and expertise to strengthen CAL’s governance and help expand our reach and impact as a local charity.
· Work with a collegiate, values‑driven, engaged and inclusive Board and leadership team.
· Reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Closing date: 26 October 2025.
Inclusion
We believe the strength of our board lies in the diversity of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that each member brings. We welcome people from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups, including people living with disability, LGBTQ+ and non‑binary people, and people from ethnic minority communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a trustee and support our governance and overall work with your expertise to impact transformational work to end poverty and injustice all around the world.
If you have experience in finance, audit, risk and fiduciary oversight, you can make a meaningful impact at All We Can. We work in partnership with changemakers rooted in local communities, challenging poverty, inequality and injustice and by joining the team, you'll work with us to make a real difference in the world.
Being trustee of All We Can is a rewarding role as you get to play your part in doing international development differently based on our relational and long-term partnership model. If you’re looking for a sense of purpose, fulfilment derived from being part of a movement which is transforming international development, this can be a role for you.
As part of the Board of Trustee’s, you will help govern All We Can in line with its charitable objectives and to maintain oversight of the organisation’s financial affairs on behalf of the Board. You will work with other trustees and the chair across all board’s areas of responsibility and contribute within your specific area of expertise.
We’re about to launch new bold five-year strategic plan covering 2025 - 2030, and we need your challenge, championing and support to deliver it.
We are committed to equity and inclusion and to continually improving the diversity of our board. We are specifically eager to receive expressions of interest from people of colour. To perform the role, you will need to be supportive of working in a Christian faith-based environment, but do not need to be a Christian.
Rooted in the Christian faith, All We Can is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person’s potential fulfilled.




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Treasurer Role Description
Role Title
Treasurer - ARFID Awareness UK
Board/Committee
Board of Trustees & Remuneration Committee
Remuneration
Travel and subsistence will be paid for attendance at meetings in accordance with the ARFID Awareness UK expense policy where required. Board members are not remunerated for their Board/trustee work.
Responsible to
The Chair of the Board of the Trustees
Regular liaison with
· Board of Trustees
· Executive Director/s
· Motion Accountancy
Duration of appointment
Three-year term (with a possible extension of a further three years)
Overview
Established in 2019 and supporting a community of over 30,000 families ARFID Awareness UK is the only registered UK charity dedicated to raising awareness and further information about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. As a not-for-profit, we work to provide individuals, parents, carers and medical professionals with up-to-date relevant information, research and support.
We are equally committed to supporting medical professionals across varying specialities, by equipping them with the information they need to ensure that their patients receive an early diagnosis and have access to appropriate care.
Our charitable aims are to:
1) Raising awareness about the condition within the medical and associated professions and the general public in such ways as the trustees shall determine;
2) Providing advice and information in such ways as the trustees shall determine to enable and empower parents and carers to advocate for the children in their care;
3) Facilitating research into the condition, the useful results of which will be published for the public benefit;
4) Potentially providing grants of financial assistance to enable economically disadvantaged families to obtain necessary treatment and medication unavailable via the NHS.
5) Advancing the education of the public in the subject of ARFID.
With regards to our structure, we are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). As a CIO, our Charity Trustees are protected with limited liability, and whilst they are responsible for helping to manage the organisation, they do not hold dual roles of Company Director as they might with other charity structures.
Time Commitment
Trustees meet twice a year virtually. Meetings last approximately 2 hours.
The Remuneration and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee meet once a year virtually. Meetings last approximately 1 hour.
In addition, Trustees are expected to allow time for reading of papers and preparation for meetings, attending events training and induction. As a small charity there may also be the requirement for additional input up to 10 hours per annum as required specific to your professional background and expertise
Purpose of the role:
Trustee (general)
The overall aim of the trustee role is to provide strong leadership, direction and expertise to the governance of ARFID Awareness UK.
The Board of trustees (‘the Board’) is the body with the legal duty to protect the mission and vision of the FSRH and to ensure that it is run in accordance with legal requirements.
The role of the Board is to provide good governance and leadership by:
· Shaping ARFID Awareness UK’s organisational strategy
· Approving organisational statutory policy
· Ensuring the organisation’s financial stability and sustainability, and agreeing the annual operational budget
· Appointing the Executive Director/s (who is overseen by the Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board)
· Providing support and constructive challenge to the Executive Director/s and their staff team
· Setting and monitoring procedures for assessing and managing risk
· Taking advice from Board members and external specialist advisors
· Ensuring oversight of the financial position of the charity and providing updates to the Board where appropriate.
As a charity and CIO Board members are charity trustees only. They do not represent any group or organisation in this role and they must act in good faith and in the best interests of ARFID Awareness UK.
Treasurer
· Chair the Remuneration and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee (FR&IC):
· To review progress of financial elements of the operational plan and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
· To review the strategic plan in context of financial and budgetary impact.
· To review the annual budget and make recommendations to the trustees.
· To receive and review proposals for new expenditure outside of the annual budget
· Advise the Remuneration Committee on the affordability of any changes to pay and or benefits.
· To receive reports at each meeting on financial performance and report as required to the Trustees
· To develop an Investment Policy and strategy
· To review the draft annual accounts along with the audit report, ensuring they are in accordance with relevant accounting standards and Charity Commission guidance
Person Specification
Essential:
· A financial accountancy qualification or equivalent experience (eg ACA, CIMA)
· Experience of investment, strategic planning and budgetary planning
· Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst keeping in mind the responsibility of being an individual trustee
· Experience of guiding an organisation through growth and change
· Confident and effective communication skills including listening skills
· Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Desirable:
· Knowledge or experience of the charity sector
· Knowledge of the healthcare sector and/or ARFID
· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation.
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to XXXX by 17 November 2025. Interviews are likely to take place the first week of December.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity which makes a positive difference to the everyday lives of others?
Then why not consider becoming a director with the Charity of Elizabeth Janes Jones and the David Henry Waring Home?We are an Almshouse and provide 103 units of high-quality accommodation for people of limited financial means in Bedfont, Southwest London and have plans to create a further 31 new units.
Being a director for the Charity of Elizabeth Janes Jones and the David Henry Waring Home is an exciting and challenging role, bringing with it opportunities for applying strategic thinking, planning, creativity, and stewardship which can help guide the Charity to achieve its goals in the management of its properties, a site re-development which is a significant milestone in the Charity’s history.
Our directors are responsible in law for managing the incorporated entity, and as we are a charitable organisation our directors are also trustees at law and have formal responsibilities under the Companies Act 2006.Our directors give their time voluntarily and the positions are unremunerated, but reasonable out of pocket expenses may be allowable.
As a director, you’ll work as part of a board alongside our other directors and will also have opportunities to work with the CEO, staff, and volunteers, adding to the range of knowledge, skills, and experience within the Charity’s team. As well as bringing fresh ideas to current and future property management and development projects, the director role also has responsibilities for the governance of the Charity, regulatory compliance matters and the effective stewardship of our finances and resources.
We are looking to recruit new directors to the board. If you would like to become a director and have an interest in property and housing, then we’d be delighted to hear from you!The positions require the following commitments:
- Dedicating the necessary time to prepare for and attending scheduled meetings and other obligations.
·Understanding and accepting the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of directorship of the Charity.
·Respecting and upholding the Charity’s values, staff policies and processes and to applying the generally accepted principals of directorship, selflessness, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and personal leadership.
- Think creatively and identify new directions, whilst preserving the overall purpose of the Charity.
We’re looking for people who are passionate about making a difference to the housing sector we would love to hear from you if you’d like to contribute. Ideally, we are hoping to find volunteers with professional qualifications experience and knowledge in the following areas:
·Practical skills and knowledge of social housing and the housing sector and an understanding of the difficulties face by individuals with disadvantaged backgrounds.
·Practical skills and knowledge of, accounting and budget management, using financial data to run a team, function or organisation and to make financial decisions which optimises budgets and contributes to the smooth running of the operation.
·Charity law and governance, with a practical understanding of a directors, legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities.
·Familiarity with personal responsibilities and liabilities like that of a director and acting in the best interests of the team and organisation.
·Time management and decision-making skills.
·Management and mitigation of risk, including areas such as finance, media and PR.
·Interacting with others and people skills, and a track record of being able to get along with, boards, employees, service users and the public.
·Working with and interpreting data and management information to develop plans and help make and support the making of informed decisions.
·An understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Time commitment: The full Board meets every 2 months and meetings last for about 2.5 hours. In addition, Board members are expected to be members of at least one sub committees. These meet when needed but typically monthly.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
CAFOD Advisor
Finance, Legal, Audit and Risk Committee
Role
Committee member, providing expert financial input to this Committee of the Board, alongside Trustees and other advisors. The Committee is collectively responsible for reviewing in detail a wide range of matters relating to finance, legal compliance, audit and risk management before making recommendations to the Board of Trustees
Person
- Total alignment with goals, ethos and culture of CAFOD, including its Catholic values
- Qualified member of recognised accountancy body
- Demonstrable skills and experience in financial and corporate/ charity governance, commercial decision-making, budgeting and financial planning, internal and external statutory reporting, revenue and cost management, procurement, internal control, compliance, financial management and commercial or charity management generally
- Strong strategic and analytical skills
- Familiar with policy development (including financial and accounting policies) and maintenance
- Grasp of detail, ability to focus on key issues
- Corporate and/ or charity experience as director (possibly finance director) and/ or trustee
- Good committee skills - team player, independent thinker, listening and contributing constructively
- Good communicator
- Commitment to the role (serious reading of committee papers and engagement with issues)
- Strong commitment to personal and professional ethics
Time commitment
- Four half-day meetings a year, currently two at Romero House, London and two online
- As required, exceptionally, ad hoc meetings and meetings with other committee members, Trustees or staff as required
- No specific term, but expectation of 4 years minimum
CAFOD is the official Catholic aid agency for England and Wales tackling poverty and injustice across the world.
Join Chailey Heritage Foundation as a Trustee and help shape the future for children and young people living with complex disabilities.
Applications for this role close Wednesday 12th November.
Who we are.
For over a century, Chailey Heritage Foundation has been a beacon of support for children and young people living with complex disabilities.
Our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ school, welcoming residential homes and bustling centre combining gym and art therapy, a farm and café create a thriving community of support. Our expert teams dedicate time, patience and curiosity to nurturing the potential of every child and young person who comes to us.
Our expertise, innovation and unwavering commitment have made us a leader in our field.
Every day, we witness the extraordinary impact of our work—a child using assistive technology to communicate for the first time, a young adult gaining the confidence to take their first steps towards adulthood, or a family finding the specialist support they need to navigate a world that often feels inaccessible. None of this happens by chance; it is the result of dedicated professionals, pioneering approaches, and strong governance.
A Board for the Future
With the launch of our new 5-year strategy and with some retirements coming up on the Board, we are looking to expand our Board and bring in new expertise to help us navigate this next chapter.
The Role of a Trustee
Trustees at Chailey Heritage Foundation play a crucial role in shaping our strategy, ensuring our financial resilience, and maintaining the high standards that define our work. This is a critical time for us as we adapt to a changing landscape in education, healthcare, and social care. We need Trustees who are not only passionate about our mission but who can bring insight, leadership and challenge to our discussions.
About the role
We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience in the following areas – you could come with a variety of the following skills:
- Clinical: medical, nursing, therapy, or allied health professions
- Finance: a Chartered Accountant with recent or current leadership experience
A Rewarding Commitment
The role of a Trustee is voluntary but highly rewarding. On average, Trustees contribute around one day per month to the role, attending at least three Board meetings per year and participating in one or more sub-committees focused on key areas such as safeguarding, finance and quality standards. Overall, including ad hoc conversations with Board Members and the executive, we expect the time commitment to be the equivalent of a day a month.
Interviews will include a tour and round-table discussion with a small panel consisting of the Chair of Trustees, CEO, and one other Trustee relevant to the skills we are seeking.
We understand that joining a Board is a significant commitment, which is why we provide a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing support to ensure new Trustees feel confident in their role. You will be joining a highly engaged, committed group of professionals who work together to ensure that Chailey Heritage Foundation continues to make a life-changing impact.
Join Us
If you believe in what we do and want to use your skills to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. Whether you are an experienced Trustee or considering your first Board role, we encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to enabling children and young people with complex disabilities to thrive.
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Applications for this role close Wednesday 12th November.
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Role Title
Chair of the Board of Trustees
Board/Committee
Board of Trustees
Remuneration
Travel and subsistence will be paid for attendance at meetings in accordance with the ARFID Awareness expenses policy where required. Board members are not remunerated for their Board/trustee work.
Responsible to
Board of Trustees
Regular liaison with
· Board of Trustees
· Executive Directors
Duration of appointment
Three-year term (with a possible extension of a further three years)
Overview
Established in 2019 and supporting a community of over 30,000 families ARFID Awareness UK is the only registered UK charity dedicated to raising awareness and further information about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. As a not-for-profit, we provide individuals, parents, carers and medical professionals with up-to-date relevant information, research and support.
We are equally committed to supporting medical professionals across varying specialities, by equipping them with the information they need to ensure that their patients receive an early diagnosis and have access to appropriate care.
Our charitable aims are to:
1) Raising awareness about the condition within the medical and associated professions and the general public in such ways as the trustees shall determine;
2) Providing advice and information in such ways as the trustees shall determine to enable and empower parents and carers to advocate for the children in their care;
3) Facilitating research into the condition, the useful results of which will be published for the public benefit;
4) Potentially providing grants of financial assistance to enable economically disadvantaged families to obtain necessary treatment and medication unavailable via the NHS.
5) Advancing the education of the public in the subject of ARFID.
With regards to our structure, we are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). As a CIO, our Charity Trustees are protected with limited liability, and whilst they are responsible for helping to manage the organisation, they do not hold dual roles of Company Director as they might with other charity structures.
Our mission is to remove the uncertainty, ambiguity and frustrations experienced by parents, carers and individuals over obtaining a diagnosis and treatment by providing general advice that may improve their journey.
Time Commitment
Trustees meet twice a year virtually. Meetings last approximately 2 hours.
The Remuneration Committee meets once per year virtually. Meetings last approximately 1 hour.
In addition, Trustees are expected to allow time for reading of papers and preparation for meetings, attending events training and induction. As a small charity there may also be a requirement for additional input of approximately 1-2 hours per month specific to your professional background and expertise as we continue through a period of growth.
Purpose of the role:
Board of Trustees
The Board of trustees (‘the Board’) is the body with the legal duty to protect the mission and vision of ARFID Awareness UK and to ensure that it is run in accordance with legal requirements.
The role of the Board is to provide good governance and leadership by:
· Shaping ARFID Awareness UK’s organisational strategy
· Approving organisational statutory policy
· Ensuring the organisation’s financial stability and sustainability
· Appointing the Executive Director/s (overseen by the Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board)
· Providing support and constructive challenge to the Executive Director/s and their staff
· Setting and monitoring procedures for assessing and managing risk
· Taking advice from Board members and external specialist advisors
· Monitoring strategy performance
· Representing ARFID Awareness UK externally where necessary
As a charity CIO, Board members are charity trustees only. They do not represent any group or organisation in this role and they must act in good faith and in the best interests of ARFID Awareness UK.
Chair duties:
· Chair and facilitate board meetings
· Provide inclusive leadership to the organisation and the Board by ensuring that everyone remains focused on the delivery of ARFID Awareness UK purpose and delivering strategic and charitable aims
· Ensure that the Board is effective in its task of setting and implementing the organisation’s direction and strategy
· Support each trustee to fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of ARFID Awareness UK
· Support and constructively challenge the Executive Director/s to ensure that ARFID Awareness UK operates in line with statutory and legal requirements and is effective in its outputs
· Ensure financial probity and that all resources are focussed on achieving the aims and objectives of the organisation for the benefit of the membership and delivery of charitable objects
· Appoint the Executive Directors
· Appoint and support the ARFID Awareness UK Treasurer
· Act as an ambassador of ARFID Awareness UK
· Ensure the smooth running of Board meetings, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
· Ensure robust and compliant governance arrangements in adherence with charity and statutory regulation
· Lead Board development activities
Alongside the Executive Director:
· Planning the annual cycle of board meetings and other meetings where required
· Developing the board of trustees including induction, training, appraisal and succession planning
· Addressing conflict within the board and within the organisation,
Where staff are employed:
· Liaising with the Executive Director/s to oversee the organisation’s affairs and to provide support as appropriate
· Leading the process of supporting and appraising the performance of the Executive Director/s
Person Specification
Essential:
· Significant experience of charity governance and trusteeship, demonstrating understanding of best practice and regulatory compliance
· Proven experience of chairing boards, committees or senior leadership teams effectively
· Track record of supporting small to medium organisations through periods of growth, change and development
· Strong strategic thinking and planning skills with ability to provide vision and direction
· Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, able to build consensus and manage diverse perspectives
· Confident and effective communication skills including active listening and constructive challenge
· Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst maintaining independence and accountability as Chair
· Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity trusteeship and Chair role
Desirable:
· Senior leadership experience in the charity or non-profit sector
· Experience of supporting and appraising Executive Directors or senior leaders
· Knowledge of the healthcare sector and/or ARFID
· Understanding of charity finance, risk management and compliance frameworks
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to XXXXX by 17 November 2025. Interviews are likely to take place the first week of December.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner is dedicated to improving awareness, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for people with heart failure. Supporting over 1,300 healthcare professionals, they promote research, education, and policy change.
They seek a qualified accountant with senior financial management experience, ideally in the non-profit sector, to serve as Treasurer. Strong analytical skills and experience in risk management, internal controls, and audits are essential, along with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.
The Treasurer will oversee financial health, advise on strategic plans, review budgets and accounts, ensure compliance, and liaise with auditors. They will work closely with the Finance Director, Chief Executive, and Board to ensure sustainability and good governance.
The Board meets 4-5 times per year (two in London), with the Finance Committee meeting three times annually, mostly online. The total estimated time commitment required for the role is 1-2 days per month (flexible).
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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.
The Role
We are now seeking a Trustee with strong financial skills and sound understanding of the regulatory and governance landscape to join our Board, act as the lead for financial oversight, and help guide the organisation through its next stage of growth and impact.
Trustees are expected to use their knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure that Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity achieves its charitable objectives, represents the interests of all stakeholders, and acts as ambassadors for the charity.
Principle Responsibilities
· Strategic Leadership: Provide direction and advice that aligns with the charity's strategic plan and objectives, ensuring we stay true to RDMCC's mission and values.
· Governance and Compliance: Ensure effective governance and the smooth running of the organisation, maintaining financial stability and adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements, including those set by the Charity Commission.
· Financial Oversight: Monitor the charity's financial health, ensuring strong internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting. Consider the financial impact of new or revised activities, making sure RDMCC operates within its means.
· Strategic Approval: Approve strategic plans, budgets, reserves policies, and authorisation limits, ensuring that RDMCC has the resources-both financial and human-to meet its goals.
· Executive Support: Recruit, appoint, and support the Chief Executive, delegating the day-to-day management of the organisation to them while providing oversight.
· Investments: Ensuring that our funds are invested responsibly and with care.
· Representation: Represent the Board at events, engaging with external stakeholders to promote and advance RDMCC's mission.
· Stakeholder Engagement: Connect with volunteers, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders to stay informed about our activities and the issues that affect our work.
· Ambassadorship: Act as an ambassador for RDMCC, upholding our reputation and promoting our values in all your activities.
· Remuneration Oversight: Oversee the remuneration, compensation, and benefits provided to staff, ensuring they are fair and aligned with the charity's policies and legal requirements.
Finance responsibilities
· To Chair the Finance & Investment Sub-committee.
· Oversee the financial strategy, budget and long-term sustainability of the charity.
· Liaise with the CEO and Director of Finance and HR on key financial matters.
· Support the development of management accounts, annual accounts, and statutory returns, ensuring compliance with charity law, Companies Act (where applicable), and relevant regulations (e.g., SORP).
· Lead on relationship management with external auditors.
· Ensure that robust financial controls, risk management processes, and policies are in place and adhered to.
Time Commitment & Location
- Approximately 10 days per year.
- Trustees are required to attend an induction at our office in Amersham.
- Trustees are expected to prepare for and attend all board meetings, held 3 times per year, generally in London during normal office hours, lasting approximately 3-4 hours.
- Trustee to chair the Finance and Investment sub-comittee. These meetings take place virtually, also 3 times per year.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're looking to expand our Board of Directors as we embark on our new four-year strategy.
About Us
Just Treatment organises patients to overcome corporate power and win equitable, universal access to the quality healthcare we all deserve. We work with people directly affected by health injustice and support them to step up into leadership roles, steering human story-centred campaigns that win systemic reforms. As we embark on an ambitious new four year strategy, we want to build on our powerful track record and evolve our proven theory of change so we can keep delivering winning patient-led campaigns in an increasingly hostile political, social, and economic context. Vital to realising our new strategic goals is the expansion of our board to add in diverse expertise, capacity, and support for our brilliant team at this exciting and challenging time for our work.
Purpose of the role
The purpose of the Board of Directors is to provide leadership, guidance, checks and balances on the structure and operation of the organisation.
The Board of Directors:
● Fulfils the duties and responsibilities of Company Directors
● Advises on and approves strategic plans, annual roadmaps, and budgets, and any changes to these
● Identifies any risks to the organisation and advises on these
● Advises on and approves organisational policies and commitments, including grant and commercial agreements
● Advises on and approves organisational structure, including the structure and composition of the Board and any other Boards and Committees it deems necessary
● Provides oversight on the Executive Director, including their appointment, performance reviews, remuneration decisions, and delegated powers
“Our dedicated Directors form a great team that I love being a part of. We really care about the work and staff team, and we're keen to add value through our expertise as well as being eager and open to learning. Through mutual respect and listening to each other our meetings and interactions are really fruitful. I know I get a lot out of being part of this team and the opportunity to support the great work of Just Treatment.” Adina Claire, Chair
“We’re very excited to be adding new Directors to our young board. So many of our rights are currently under attack, it feels incredibly important to be part of a team working intersectionally on the fight to secure health justice for all. As we’re launching into our next four year strategy we need to build our board to create a team that can help us meet this moment. The leadership of people with lived experience of the injustices we’re battling is central to our approach so we’re particularly keen to hear from people who have been personally impacted by the issues we work on.” Diarmaid McDonald, Executive Director
The Practicalities
Time commitment:
We have four full board meetings per year. Three of these are online and last for two hours, and one longer full day meeting is in person (likely in London. All costs will be covered). Directors are expected to attend these, and come prepared, having read all board papers in advance.
We have additional committees such as Finance and Governance, and Directors will be expected to join a committee. There may be other events that Directors are invited to attend, and other opportunities to get involved.
We also expect that Directors will provide ad hoc support based on their expertise and available time. We estimate the time commitment to be up to half a day per month.
What qualities should our board members have?
Our Board members are diverse while all having:
● Alignment with Just Treatment’s values
● Commitment to Just Treatment's mission
Our Board includes people who have:
● lived experience of the issues we work on
● experience leading and growing non-profit organisations in the UK, including leading their strategy and planning cycles, and fundraising efforts
● experience with different organisational forms and governance structures
● experience with shaping organisational cultures, policies and processes
● knowledge of health policy and health justice
● understanding of campaigning, advocacy, and organising practice
We are looking specifically to appoint up to three more Directors, and are seeking expertise in the following areas to add to our board:
Finance - such as small company or charity accounting, financial policies and systems.
People and Ops - such as safeguarding, HR policy and law, good practice and people development, progressive and anti-oppressive practice.
Accessibility
We encourage applications from people who are disabled or who face other oppressions or barriers. As a health justice organisation we encourage people with lived experience to join us. We also recognise the barriers that have traditionally stopped some people from getting involved with boards. Whilst this is an unpaid post, we will cover expenses such as travel or care costs that you may incur as a board member. We will also work with you to make this recruitment process as accessible as possible.
Patient-led campaigning to win everyone the healthcare they need by demanding patients and the NHS are put before profits.
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Finance Trustee (Volunteer)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual, with a keen interest in financial matters, to become a trustee with Age UK East Sussex. You will play an important role in a local charity that provides a number of valuable services helping older people meet the many challenges they face in later life.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the good governance of the charity, ensuring that Age UK East Sussex makes the most effective use of its resources and sets a strategic direction which meets its charitable aims. Whilst the day-to-day management of the charity rests with the Chief Executive Officer, as a trustee, you are legally responsible for the charity’s money and property, and also act as a director of a company limited by guarantee, whose activities are governed by both Charity and Company legislation.
Summary of the role
You will provide scrutiny and oversight of the work of the charity, with a particular focus on financial issues. This will include providing the Board with the reassurance that the finances and the related processes are operating effectively, ensuring best use of the charity’s resources. You will use your financial knowledge and experience to undertake a monthly review of the Charity’s management accounts, assisting the Management Team in achieving the charity’s financial targets, as well as providing the necessary oversight of the annual audited accounts process.
Personal Contribution
You are expected to contribute specific skills, interests and contacts as a Board member, and play an active part in the work of the Board, fulfilling such other duties or assignments that may be required from time to time.
Term of Office
You will serve for three years from the date of election and are eligible for re-election enabling you to serve a maximum of six consecutive years.
Time Commitment
You will be required to attend monthly meetings of the Finance and Audit Committee, as well as six meetings of the Board itself, along with a small number of other ad-hoc meetings/events.
Expenses
The position is unpaid, although travel expenses may be claimed.
Person Specification : The skills you need
Essential:
· Demonstrated commercial awareness and knowledge.
· Competent use of IT skills.
· Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders.
· Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement.
· Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
· Good communication skills
Desirable :
· Demonstrated knowledge and experience of finance practices.
· Dedicated to the organisation’s cause and objectives and willing to act as the charity’s ambassador to external bodies, charities and companies.
· Skills and experience in one or more areas of non-executive governance and management e.g. strategic planning, business management, financial/accountancy, experience of Trusts or other grant giving bodies.
· A team-oriented approach to problem solving and to management.
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Lay Trustee role - Healthcare Infection Society - deadline: 23 September 2025
Our current Lay trustee demits in December 2025, and we are seeking a successor who is not from a clinical background but shares our values and vision This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to help shape HIS’s future, ensuring strong governance and supporting our ambitions for growth.
As a Lay Trustee, you will:
- Work with the Council and Chief Executive to uphold HIS’s vision, mission and values. Council meets quarterly.
- Work with Chief Financial Officer and serve on the Finance Committee, which meets quarterly to review financial performance, remuneration, and strategic and operational risks.
- Contribute to delivering the 2025-30 strategy.
- Oversee compliance with financial, legal and regulatory requirements.
No prior trustee experience is necessary – a full induction will be provided.
Who we are looking for
We are especially keen to hear from candidates with
- Financial investment and management experience (ideally in healthcare)
- Candidates should have no clinical background.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who support our mission and can actively contribute to our work. HIS is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.