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Welcome to the NHS Retirement Fellowship
Thank you for your interest in becoming the new chair of the NHS Retirement Fellowship. We are halfway through a five-year plan which is transforming the way we operate, how we engage with the NHS and other key stakeholders, and how we support our members currently and in the future. We have already come a long way from where we started and we are now beginning an ambitious plan of doubling our membership and raising awareness so we can continue with our mission of supporting retired and retiring NHS, health and social care staff. We are seeking a dynamic and professional chair with significant senior leadership experience in the NHS (or the broader health and social care sector) and/or extensive experience of governing a charity to work with us to deliver our vision.
Our Board is made up of a variety of professionals from across the NHS and beyond, a number of whom are members of the Fellowship. We work closely with our dynamic senior leadership team, branch officers and volunteers and have fostered an excellent working relationship for the benefit of our members.
The Fellowship has a small executive team of seven part time staff who all work remotely from home.
The potential for the NHS Retirement Fellowship is immense, and I very much look forward to welcoming you and working with you on this exciting journey.
Julia Hickey
Acting Chair
NHS Retirement Fellowship.
About the NHS Retirement Fellowship
“One of things that makes the NHS a special place to work is the sense of togetherness, belonging and family. So, when colleagues come to retirement, the Fellowship is a wonderful way of maintaining these things and allowing colleagues to continue their connection with the service. I think more can be done to help retired colleagues share experiences, perspectives and support and the Fellowship is ideally placed to do this.” Sir Jim Mackey, Chief Executive, NHS England
Our motto is fun, friendship and fellowship and it sits at the heart of everything we do.
The NHS Retirement Fellowship began in 1978 when retiring nurse Irene James recognised that for significant numbers of retiring NHS staff, their colleagues and friends had also become their family and that those pivotal connections could be lost. Our role has changed during that near 50 years as the NHS has changed and more latterly with the seismic transformation into a digital world. We now have almost 100 branches from the Highlands of Scotland to the north Devon coast and from Swansea in west Wales across to Norwich in East Anglia. About a third of our members are now national members, often choosing to engage on a more remote, digitally based basis. All our members have access to a portfolio of benefits which we offer, including our flagship travel insurance policy, and we are actively pursuing a partnership which would bring a huge range of benefits and discounts to our members. We also have a special fund to support members at a time of need.
Our branches run semi independently from our main charity with their own committees and bank accounts. Volunteers arrange a variety of activities for their members at local and regional level. National members, who choose not to join a specific branch, can join in with local activities and also have access to an increasing number of online based activities. We also hold an annual conference and AGM where the Board, staff and our members can all come together.
We are increasingly working with the NHS and other stakeholders in partnership to see how we can support employers and retain connections, experience and expertise at local level. We’re helping foundation trusts with governors, hospitals with volunteers and NHS charities with supporters. We’re looking to grow so that we are the voice of the retired NHS and wider health service community and see how our members can offer mentoring, support and guidance to the younger generations of NHS staff.
Our charity is looking to become a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO) over the next year.
Our values and mission are unchanged from when Irene James recognised the need to continue to support NHS staff when they retired to enable them to retain links, mutual support and understanding and friendships built over the years in their shared working lives. The NHSRF supports people in retirement to maintain friendships and make new ones, from the NHS, health and social care sectors from a diverse background irrespective of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation and to support each other through friendship.
Role description and time commitment
Our Chair will lead the Board in developing and delivering our strategy, working closely with, and providing line management and support to, our chief executive. They will also support our chief operating officer in preparation for Board meetings and our head of communications in the planning of our conference and other duties. Our Chair will also be a key representative of the Fellowship in meeting and liaising with key stakeholders.
Our Board meets remotely three times a year and once a year in person. We also have two strategy days a year and our AGM and conference which takes place over a weekend in October. There is also a standing invitation to our Members Council meetings, which are three times a year remotely and once a year in person.
Timeframes
The closing date for applications is noon on Monday 1 June. Shortlisting will take place in the following week with interviews to take place in London on Thursday 2 July.
Term of office
We are looking to appoint for a three-year period initially. This will take us through 2028 when the NHS will mark its 80th anniversary and the NHS Retirement Fellowship will celebrate its 50th birthday.
Our chair role is unpaid, but we will reimburse you for reasonable travel expenses.
We provide friendship, fellowship and fun to retired NHS and other health and social care staff, volunteers and their friends and families

Organisation: Evangelical Mission Association (operating as Global Connections)
Location: UK-wide (hybrid)
Term: Three years (renewable up to a maximum of nine years)
Time commitment: Four Board meetings per year (typically four to five hours, with preparation), four meetings per year with Executive Leaders and one other trustee, plus ad-hoc meetings with the CEO as required. Travel expenses can be claimed.
The Evangelical Mission Association (EMA), operating as Global Connections, is a UK network of mission hearted organisations, churches, colleges, businesses and individuals. As part of the global Church, we have a shared vision to see: ‘The Whole Church taking the Whole Gospel to the Whole World.’
Being faithful to God’s calling for His Church to work together as one body, we believe we are better together - working collaboratively as part of God’s global mission rather than in isolation. Membership of Global Connections reflects a commitment to collaboration, co-mission, and mutual learning. It is an investment in relationships and collective action for the sake of God’s Kingdom and the flourishing of mission.
As part of our governance and succession planning, we are seeking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees, following the completion of the current Chair’s maximum term. We are looking for a Chair with the leadership, governance, and relational capacity to guide the Board effectively in this next season.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the Board effectively - chair Board meetings with clarity, fairness, and impartiality; work with the executive leadership team to shape agendas; foster a culture of trust, accountability, and constructive challenge; and ensure the Board focuses on its fiduciary, strategic, and generative responsibilities (including finance, risk, safeguarding, and trustee development).
- Support and line-manage the CEO - act as the primary point of accountability for the CEO on behalf of the Board; provide encouragement, guidance, and appropriate challenge between meetings; and lead the CEO’s annual appraisal and oversee performance review arrangements.
- Chair Council meetings - chair the twice-yearly Council meetings, including the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
- Represent the charity - act as an ambassador and spokesperson for Global Connections within the network and externally where appropriate.
- Contribute to governance and reporting - provide content for the Annual Trustees’ Report, with support from the Executive Leadership.
Please take a few minutes to read through the recruitment pack (attached).
As a distinctly Christian charity, it’s important that you are willing and able to lead the trustees in discerning God’s heart and will for the charity and the wider network. In addition to its dependence on God for His leading and direction, we value the richness of a board diverse in age, background, skills and experience. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community.
Closing date: 12:00pm on 28th May 2026
Informal conversations with an existing trustee or with our CEO, Ben Stansfield, can be arranged on request.
In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.
As part of the global Church, we have a shared vision to see the whole Church take the whole gospel to the whole world.
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Be Part of Meaningful Change
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is entering an exciting new chapter. With a new CEO, refreshed Senior Leadership Team, and an ambitious vision for the future, we are laying the foundations for a bold new organisational strategy.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role:
In addition to the statutory duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer Trustee provides strategic financial oversight to support the organisation’s sustainability and effective governance.
The role is responsible for advising the Board on its financial duties, the implications of strategic decisions, and ensuring that appropriate financial policies and procedures are in place. It includes oversight of financial reporting, such as management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, and working in close collaboration with the CEO and Director of Finance and Resources.
The Treasurer Trustee also acts as a key liaison with external auditors, presents the annual report and accounts at the AGM on behalf of the Board, and chairs the Risk and Finance Sub-Committee.
Our vision:
A world free from sexual violence, where survivors are believed, respected and supported.
Our mission:
To provide high‑quality, specialist support and to challenge the structures that enable sexual violence.
What You Will Do
The specific responsibilities of the Treasurer Trustee are:
- Keeping the Board informed of its financial duties and responsibilities.
- Providing the Board with advice on the financial implications of their decisions and strategic plans.
- Ensuring RCSL has the appropriate financial policies and procedures.
- Having oversight of the preparation of regular financial reporting including the management accounts, forecasts and budgets.
- Liaising with and supporting the CEO and the Director of Finance and Resources.
- Liaising with the auditors and presenting the annual report and accounts to the AGM on behalf of the Board.
- Chairing a Risk and Finance sub-committee
About You
Person Specification - Essential
Experience of being a Trustee
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship.
- Significant experience of charity human resources including at a strategic level.
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- An ability to challenge current thinking, the method of governance and management of the organisation in a constructive manner.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data/evidence.
Note:
This role is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 201. All Trustees are required to complete an enhanced DBS.
You will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in a relevant role or environment, with the ability to apply your skills confidently and effectively
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a team
- A proactive, problem‑solving approach and a willingness to take ownership of tasks
- Competence in using relevant systems, tools, or software required for the role
- A professional, confidential, and ethical approach to your work
Desirable
What You Bring
- Commitment to feminist, survivor‑led practice
- Anti‑racist and anti‑discriminatory values
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to learning, reflection and self‑care
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Rape Crisis South London is committed to safeguarding survivors, children, young people and adults at risk. All staff have a shared responsibility for promoting safety and wellbeing.
This includes:
- Promoting the safety and wellbeing of service users
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
- Following organisational safeguarding policies and procedures
- Supporting a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and supported
Our safer recruitment processes include:
- Values‑based interviews
- Verification of identity, qualifications and employment history
- Reference checks
- DBS checks (enhanced or basic, depending on the role)
Safeguarding training and ongoing supervision
Interview Process:
Candidates will be required to attend a 3 stage interview:
Stage one: phone call
Stage 2 MS Teams Call with CEO and Board of Trustees
Stage 3: Interview with CEO and Trustee / or Director
The interview will explore experience and approach to:
- Safeguarding
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Feminist and trauma‑informed practice
- Role‑specific responsibilities
- Role‑specific assessment details
Post holder will be required to undertake either Enhanced DBS
Equality, Feminism and Inclusion
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer. Our work is rooted in feminist principles that recognise sexual violence as both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. We centre survivor voices and prioritise empowerment, inclusivity and intersectionality.
We particularly welcome applications from women who are under‑represented in roles within the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), charity, social impact sector.
Intersectionality and Reasonable Adjustments
We recognise that experiences of sexual violence are shaped by intersecting factors including:
- Race and ethnicity
- Disability
- Sexuality and gender identity
- Socio‑economic background
- Immigration status
- Faith and culture
We are committed to removing barriers and creating an inclusive workplace.
Applicants are encouraged to tell us if they require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process,
such as:
- Alternative interview timings
- Additional time for written tasks
- Support relating to disability, neurodivergence or health needs
Learning and Development
As a charity undergoing growth and transformation, we welcome colleagues who are committed to ongoing learning and professional development. We provide induction, supervision, and development opportunities appropriate to the role.
This post is open to women only and is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (where applicable).
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A cover letter outlining why this role appeals to you
- A supporting statement demonstrating how your experience meets the skills and requirements outlined in the person specification
- Applications should be sent in PDF format
- Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Interview date(s): Two-stage process consisting of an informal conversation followed by an interview with the CEO and Chair.
Thank you for your interest in RCSL. If you have not heard from us within one month of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
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Providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence and abuse.



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Deaf Unity is a deaf-led charity that works to empower deaf individuals. We equip deaf students, jobseekers and professionals with the knowledge, confidence and community to succeed in education and employment.
Working closely with our deaf community, we identify the barriers and inequities that deaf people meet as they move from school into education and employment; seek work; and strive to build successful careers. We work with them and with universities, employers and voluntary sector partners to overcome these barriers through carefully tailored, impactful interventions.
Our vision is of a world where every deaf person has an equal chance to study and work, achieve their professional ambitions and contribute their full potential to society.
Purpose of the role
To oversee Deaf Unity’s financial operations, ensuring that the charity remains financially viable and complies with Charity Commission regulations and strong accounting practices at all times, The Treasurer will ensure that proper financial records are kept and that the Board of Trustees understands the financial position at all times.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee the charity’s financial position
- Present budgets, management accounts and financial statements to the Board
- Help trustees understand financial information and advise on financial implications of the charity’s strategic plans
- Support budgeting and financial planning, including developing and implementing financial policies (e.g. reserves and investment policies),
- Ensure proper financial controls are in place and that proper accounting records are kept
- Oversee the preparation of annual accounts
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission and HMRC regulations (e.g. Gift Aid)
You will work closely with the CEO, Chair, trustees and staff who are managing day-to-day finance and banking and will be required to attend quarterly meetings of the Finance and Risk sub-group of the Board, in addition to the full Board meeting
What is a trustee?
All trustees share responsibility for running the charity.
This includes:
- Attending board meetings, usually 4 times per year.
- Helping make strategic decisions
- Acting in the best interests of the charity and its beneficiaries
Trustee responsibilities are set out by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
Skills we are looking for
Essential skills:
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (e.g. use of XERO, SAGE accounting packages)
- Experience of financial reporting, budgeting and risk management
- An understanding of (or willingness to learn about) charity accounting
- Ability to explain financial information clearly
- Good judgement and decision-making skills
- Interest in supporting deaf communities
Desirable:
- Professional accounting qualification
- Previous experience as a trustee or treasurer
- knowledge of, or interest in, the deaf community.
- BSL skills
What you will gain
- Experience of charity governance
- Board-level leadership experience
- Opportunity to support Deaf communities
- Networking and professional development
Please send a CV and/or a short expression of interest
Our vision is for deaf people to have the same tools, resources and support as their hearing peers so that they can take control of their lives.



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We’re looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. Everyone deserves a safe, clean, dignified place to call home. Join us, and help end housing poverty.
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Role: Treasurer / Trustee. In addition to the specific responsibilities stated below, you will assume all the usual duties of a Trustee.
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Volunteer: Trustees are volunteers. The role is not paid, however reasonable expenses may be claimed e.g. local travel.
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Time: Three year term, with annual review. Estimated 0.5-2 days per month, including attending six Board meetings per year. You may also be a sub-committee member and attend specific meetings.
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Location: Remote
ROLE OVERVIEW
The role involves monitoring the financial administration of the charity and reporting to the Board at regular intervals on its state of financial health. The Treasurer will assist the team in setting AzuKo’s strategy, support AzuKo’s staff and ensure all financial affairs are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Ensure there is financial stability with effective and efficient administration
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Monitor and report on the financial health of the charity (balance sheet, cash flow, fundraising performance etc) at Trustee meetings
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Prepare and process payroll for employees
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Oversee production of financial reports / returns, accounts and audits
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Ensure proper records are kept and effective financial procedures are in place
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Participate in other tasks as arise from time to time, such as interviewing new Trustees, helping with fundraising events
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Act as an ambassador for our cause and for AzuKo
QUALITIES
Essential
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Proven ability to communicate financial information
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Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement
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Competent IT and spreadsheet skills
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Experience of payroll and accounting systems
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Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Desirable
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Qualified accountant with demonstrated commercial awareness
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Knowledge the charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We expect all team members to share our values. All AzuKo trustees are active in advocating, fundraising and networking.
THE IMPACT OF THIS ROLE
Our work supports the homeless, landless and those living in housing poverty. Contributing to AzuKo means building a fairer world for all.
WHY BE A TRUSTEE
As a small charity AzuKo recognises the great work, time and commitment of our Board. This position is an opportunity to:
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Give back to a charity that is dedicated to creating positive impact
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Enhance your CV and open doors to new career paths
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Make a difference to those in need
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Learn about the strategy side of charities
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Utilise your experience and skills within the voluntary sector
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Work with an interesting team from diverse backgrounds
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by CV and supporting statement outlining the reasons for your interest in this Treasurer role. Submit your application via our website.
- Application deadline: Rolling
- Interviews via telephone and Zoom
AzuKo is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. We value and respect all differences in people (seen and unseen).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you share our vision of affordable and accessible mental health counselling, and want to be at the forefront of our mission to do more, for those in need, through a sustainable charitable enterprise?
Evolve counselling is seeking additional experienced senior leadership professionals to join us as Trustees (voluntary) in general governance roles and also specialists in mental health and counselling therapies (delivery and standards), plus commercial business development – to contribute to our sustainability and growth ambitions.
We are focussed on creating a platform for growth, to meet the surge in demand for counselling therapies. With a recent change of Chair, other new Trustees joining the board, and the retirement of our current CEO on the horizon, this is a time of change and the next three years are crucial for success.
We welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in any of the following areas:
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Business strategy and planning
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Commerce/industry/NHS/Government
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Charitable Governance - and the Nolan Principles of public life
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Working at senior strategic levels within the charity/CIO sector
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Financial management
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Legal expertise
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Experience of leading in health services, mental health, advocacy, or advice services
It is, of course, crucial that all our trustees can commit to bring time, energy, engagement, and expertise to our work. In addition to taking decisions on major matters they participate though committees and working groups, guiding and encouraging the efforts of our small and resolute management team though their own experience and contacts.
Details
Trustee – Evolve Counselling CIO (1181861)
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Location: Remote/Cambridgeshire area
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Voluntary role: Reasonable expenses paid.
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Time commitment: The board meets 4-5 times per year mostly online, with an AGM in person meeting, and four committees meeting at various intervals. An average commitment is about 1-2 days per month outside office hours.
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Term: Negotiable. Trustees generally commit to a three-year term, extendable by re-election.
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Application closing date: Applications are sought on a rolling basis.
About Us:
Evolve Counselling is a long-established charitable social enterprise, providing low cost, affordable or funded mental health counselling to adults in Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties. Our counselling community is made up of 50 – 60 qualified self-employed practitioners, working part-time. We deliver talking therapies to adults – online and in person. Our service delivers around five hundred counselling sessions per month to a broad range of individuals, many of whom would not otherwise be able to access counselling support. Evolve also provides supervision, reflective practice, critical incident support, and mental health awareness and related training, to organisations and businesses large and small.
Who we’re Looking For:
Our Trustee Board is currently drawn from the counselling and therapies community, plus commercial, public sector, and other charity backgrounds. Now, with crucial development of the CIO ahead, we are looking for new members to expand the Board to its maximum ten places and to gain skills and insight from an equal, diverse and inclusive group that takes in business skills, knowledge of charities, expertise in health services, and experience of not-for-profit leadership and finances, to make growth plans a reality.
The Board will keep us on track with good governance through oversight of our work and will also help our new CEO to secure a sound financial base from which to grow our operations to meet the ever-increasing demand for our services.
Application process: Please email your CV and letter of application stating why you’d like to become a Trustee at Evolve Counselling and how your skills and experience align with our plans for growth. Following that, our Chair or CEO will be in touch to set up an informal discussion of the role.
Closing date: Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis, but early application through April/May 2026 is encouraged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Epilepsy Action is a national charity with a bold vision: to create a world without limits for people with epilepsy. In 2024 we launched an ambitious new strategy to grow our income and extend the support we offer. After a successful start, we are ready for the next stage in the strategy, and we are looking for new trustees to join our Board and help turn our ambition into lasting impact.
You will bring the skills, values and perspective to help our charity thrive, whether that’s a track record of leading growth and transformation, the ability to open doors through your networks, experience in health or the medical sector, or expertise in law, digital technology or fundraising.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and effective Board that reflects the communities we serve, and people affected by epilepsy. We welcome applications from everyone and are particularly keen to hear from people who are underrepresented on charity boards, including people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and people of different ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe greater diversity makes for better decisions.
If you want to help shape a world without limits for people affected by epilepsy, and use your voice and influence to raise understanding of the condition, then we would love to hear from you.
Purpose of the Role
The role of a trustee is to share the Board’s collective responsibility for the effective governance and leadership of the charity, setting our strategic direction and major policies in accordance with our objectives, vision, mission and values.
Epilepsy Action (registered as the British Epilepsy Association) is both a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. As such, trustees are both charity trustees and company directors and have the statutory and legal duties which these roles impose.
This is a voluntary (unpaid) role with a three-year term of office, renewable for up to two consecutive terms.
You need to be able to commit approximately 6–12 days per year, including:
- Four Board meetings per annum, plus meeting preparation
- Subcommittee meetings (if applicable)
- Strategy days, training, and occasional events
Meetings are a combination of hybrid and fully remote, with an annual in-person meeting in September in Leeds. Overnight accommodation will be booked for trustees and travelling expenses reimbursed for in–person meetings.
To Apply
For any questions in advance of your application please contact us via our recruitment email.
To make an application please send your CV and a supporting statement to our recruitment email.
Your supporting statement should answer the following questions:
· What has drawn you to apply to be a trustee for Epilepsy Action?
· What are the main skills and experience that you bring that could benefit the charity?
· How do you think your values align with Epilepsy Action’s values of being supportive, empowering, inclusive and ambitious?
We also ask candidates to fill in the Trustee Application Questionnaire as part of the recruitment process. This form includes sections for diversity monitoring, as well as skills and experience.
If you need any adjustments to support you to apply or take part in the recruitment process, please let us know.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal meeting where they will have a chance to find out more about our work.
Formal interviews will be with the Chair, the CEO and relevant members of the Board and / or Advisory Panels will take place at the end of May and beginning of June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Treasurer Roles & Responsibilities
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s financial health. The Treasurer plays a key governance role, strengthening financial literacy at Board level and supporting sustainable growth. The Board is responsible for governance and strategy and does not manage day-to-day operations.
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB) is a growing charity registered with the Charity Commission (Charity No. 1189561). For the financial year ending 31 March 2025, RBB reported a total income of £423,041 and total expenditure of £373,007. As a charity with income above £250,000, we prepare annual accounts in accordance with the Charities SORP and undergo independent examination.
As our current treasurer prepares to step down, we are expanding our Board of Trustees to support the growth and future plans of our ambitious small charity. Board meetings take place every 12 weeks via video call, with opportunities for in-person gatherings throughout the year. Additional meetings may occasionally be required, either more frequently, in smaller groups, or one-to-one, depending on specific needs or exceptional circumstances.
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Responsible to: Chair, Refugee Biryani & Bananas
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Purpose: To oversee the management and reporting of charity finances.
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Hours: Approximately six to eight hours a month.
Remuneration: This is a voluntary, unpaid Trustee role. Reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with our volunteer policy.
Role Summary
The Treasurer will work closely with our team members including volunteers, other Trustees and with the CEO, advising on all financial matters including regulatory compliance. The Treasurer will be expected to attend Board meetings which last approximately an hour and a half every twelve weeks. The Treasurer will:
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Actively participate as a key member of the Board of Trustees.
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Act as an ambassador for Refugee Biryani & Bananas
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Oversee and analyse the development of the annual budget and cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and sustainability.
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Support with fundraising and financial strategic planning
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Advise on all financial matters, including regulatory compliance.
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Oversee the development and observation of financial policies
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Advise the board on fund management and ensure an appropriate reserves policy
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Advise fellow Trustees on a regular basis of the financial status of the charity and where necessary recommend action.
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Oversee and administer financial processes including Gift Aid claims and payroll, ensuring appropriate financial controls, transparency and board oversight are maintained. (There is currently only one person on payroll.)
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Work collaboratively with the CEO and Chair to ensure appropriate financial segregation of duties within the constraints of a small charity.
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Support the Board in monitoring financial risk, reserves policy and international financial compliance.
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Ensure appropriate internal financial controls are in place and regularly reviewed.
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Work with professional advisors including any contracted accountants
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Review financial transactions on a monthly basis via digital accounting software, Xero
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Arrange the compilation and agreement of Refugee Biryani & Bananas’ annual report
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Lead Trustee liaison with the independent examiner and oversee the preparation and Board approval of the annual accounts and report.
The Treasurer will play a key role in strengthening financial sustainability as RBB continues to grow its international programmes and funding base.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have innovative ideas and sound financial knowledge. All Trustees are expected to assist Refugee Biryani & Bananas to secure a sustainable and diverse funding base for the organisation.
Essential
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Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
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Support for the values and mission of Refugee Biriyani & Bananas
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Familiarity with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), or willingness to develop this knowledge.
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Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information
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A qualified accountant (formal qualification preferred) with financial and commercial awareness, experienced in managing finances, payroll, and the needs of smaller organisations.
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An understanding of the voluntary sector and previous experience as a Trustee or Treasurer.
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Good communication and competent IT skills
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Extensive experience in senior strategic management and leadership, combined with strong analytical and evaluation skills.
About Refugee Biryani & Bananas
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB) began as a grassroots movement in 2015, in response to the Syrian refugee crisis. What started as a group of friends distributing 2,500 portions of biriyani and bananas in the unofficial camp for displaced people in Dunkirk, Northern France, has grown into a community-driven humanitarian organisation. Initially working under the umbrella of another organisation, RBB became independent to better address gaps in aid and advocacy for displaced people worldwide.
What We Do
RBB supports people facing displacement, war, and inequality, tailoring actions to the needs of each situation. From food distributions to medical support and human rights advocacy, our work is versatile and responsive. We have provided aid in refugee and internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, squats, and other unstable settlements along migratory pathways, including:
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France: Calais, Dunkirk & Paris
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Greece: Idomeni, Thessaloniki, Athens, Lavrio, Samos & Chios (our main base)
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Northern Iraq: Duhok
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Serbia: Belgrade Barracks
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Bosnia & Herzegovina - Croatia Border: Vucjak Camp
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Turkey: Istanbul
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Poland, Belarus & Lithuania Border
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Ukraine Border (Poland and Ukraine sides)
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Palestine: Gaza
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Egypt: Cairo
Our Approach
RBB is a mobile grassroots organisation, designed to respond rapidly and flexibly to emerging crises. Our main base of operations is on Chios Island, Greece, where we provide ongoing support to people who are displaced.
Since October 2023, we have also established community-led initiatives to support people affected by the war in Gaza, Palestine, as well as Sudanese and other displaced communities in Cairo, Egypt.
Beyond emergency relief, we remain committed to ongoing support through volunteers, translation services, medical care, aid, and advocacy until either local capacity builds or the situation changes. In addition, our Community Humanitarian Leaders Programme (CHLP) plays a vital role in this approach by strengthening the leadership of people who are displaced by building on their existing skills, networks and lived experience in humanitarian efforts.
Our field team comprises 90% individuals from refugee and asylum-seeking communities, representing Sudan, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Somalia, Gambia, Ethiopia, Palestine, and Yemen. This diverse team is led by our founder and CEO, Ruhi Akhtar, alongside field coordinators / project managers.
We prioritise dignity and equity, involving displaced individuals in decision-making and collaboration. RBB's direct aid includes food, water, shelter, medical supplies, clothing, hygiene packs, and season-specific items like sunscreen or firewood. Needs assessments and communication with affected communities guide our actions, ensuring targeted, person-centered care.
Advocacy & Awareness
RBB amplifies the voices of displaced people by sharing their stories and raising awareness about often-overlooked realities. Through storytelling and advocacy, we aim to challenge injustice and inspire action.
We are a safe space for all people and welcome those who are new to and currently underrepresented on Charity Boards, in particular members who consider themselves to have a disability and those in the global majority. Lived experience of migration or asylum or a commitment to this work is welcomed.
Interested applicants should send a CV with full contact details and a brief covering letter to address your motivation for the role, what specific skills and expertise you would bring and how you meet the competencies listed in the role description.
Female-led grassroots organisation delivering humanitarian aid and advocacy with displaced communities through a community-led approach.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This Role Builds Strategic Alliances That Multiply Impact
At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., building sustainable partnerships with businesses and organisations is central to our mission. The Corporate Sponsorship and Partnerships Officer ensures that our vision connects with external supporters who share our values and want to contribute meaningfully to systemic change. You will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships that provide financial support, in-kind contributions, and strategic collaborations, helping the C.I.C thrive while maintaining ethical and values-aligned partnerships. This is not a transactional sales role. It is a strategic, high-impact, and relationship-focused role critical to the C.I.C’s sustainability.
Purpose of the Role
This role exists to:
- Research, identify, and approach potential corporate partners and sponsors
- Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship packages aligned with CIC priorities
- Manage relationships with sponsors, ensuring transparency, alignment, and mutual benefit
- Support the Fundraising Director in building strategic alliances that amplify impact
- Ensure all corporate engagements uphold CIC values, trauma-informed practices, and anti-exploitative principles
- You are the connector that turns shared values into actionable support.
About the role:
To create, manage, and optimise content and communications that engage donors and the community, ensuring consistent messaging, ethical standards, and alignment with campaigns and organisational values.
Experience Qualification and Requirements
Essential / Highly Valued Experience
- Experience in copywriting, communications, journalism, or similar.
- Familiarity with email marketing platforms and newsletter creation (e.g., Mailchimp, CiviCRM, or equivalent).
- Experience developing content for fundraising or donor engagement.
- Social media content creation for organisational impact.
- Strong editing, proofreading, and content planning skills.
- Ability to write clearly, persuasively, and in a tone consistent with the C.I.C’s values.
- Understanding of audience segmentation and personalised communications.
- Awareness of data protection, confidentiality, GDPR, and safeguarding requirements.
- Experience tracking engagement metrics and refining communications based on results.
- Collaborative skills to work with multiple teams and volunteers.
- Ability to adapt content for different audiences, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
Desirable / Can Be Developed
- Experience producing multi-channel campaigns (email, social media, print).
- Knowledge of design and layout tools for content (e.g., Canva, InDesign).
- Volunteer coordination and mentoring experience.
- Analytical skills to interpret donor response data.
Qualifications
- Formal qualifications not required.
- Equivalent professional experience in communications, content creation, or donor engagement is highly valued.
Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties
- Develop compelling, clear, and accurate content for donor and community communications, including:
Emails and newsletters
Campaign materials and updates
Fundraising appeals and donor acknowledgements
- Maintain consistent organisational voice and messaging across all communications channels.
- Collaborate closely with the Fundraising Director to align content with fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies.
- Work with the Social Media Team to ensure content complements online campaigns and wider communications.
- Track donor engagement and responses to communications, using feedback to refine messaging, segmentation, and targeting.
- Support segmentation and personalisation of donor communications to maximise relevance and impact.
- Ensure all communications comply with data protection, confidentiality, and ethical standards (GDPR, safeguarding, and organisational policies).
- Adapt content for different community audiences, ensuring accessibility, clarity and inclusivity.
- Proofread, edit, and review communications for accuracy, tone, and impact before distribution.
- Contribute to content planning and calendars, coordinating timing and messaging with campaign schedules.
- Provide guidance and support to other volunteers involved in communications or content creation.
- Maintain documentation of communications templates, processes, and donor engagement metrics.
- Actively participate in team meetings to share insights, track performance, and improve communications strategy.
What You Gain
- Founding-level experience in corporate partnerships and sponsorship strategy
- Leadership exposure in high-stakes negotiation and collaboration
- Opportunity to shape sustainable funding models for a high-impact C.I.C
- Priority consideration for future paid roles
- Direct contribution to community empowerment and systemic change
This role builds strategic influence, partnership management, and ethical fundraising skills.
This role is not suitable if you:
- Prefer transactional sales over relationship building
- Avoid high-responsibility or strategic thinking roles
- Are seeking immediate paid employment
- Are uncomfortable negotiating or representing an ethical, trauma-informed organisation
Important to Be Clear
- This is a volunteer role during the C.I.C’s build phase
- It carries real responsibility for relationship-building and fundraising sustainability
- Paid roles will emerge as funding and sustainability allow
Formal qualifications are not required, but desirable.
Essential equivalent experience mandatory.
Next Steps:
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to:
- A values-led conversation
- A practical discussion about event planning, coordination, and execution
If you believe that well-organised, purposeful events can change communities, and that experiences inspire action, this role is for you.
A Final Word
Partnerships are about values, not logos.
If you know that:
Ethical funding protects the mission
Who we align with reflects who we are
Long-term impact beats short-term gain
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!
This Role Builds Strategic Alliances That Multiply Impact
At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., building sustainable partnerships with businesses and organisations is central to our mission. The Corporate Sponsorship and Partnerships Officer ensures that our vision connects with external supporters who share our values and want to contribute meaningfully to systemic change. You will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships that provide financial support, in-kind contributions, and strategic collaborations, helping the C.I.C thrive while maintaining ethical and values-aligned partnerships. This is not a transactional sales role. It is a strategic, high-impact, and relationship-focused role critical to the C.I.C’s sustainability.
Why This Role Matters
- Corporate partnerships and sponsorships:
- Provide vital funding to expand CIC programmes
- Enable community projects, events, and campaigns
- Strengthen credibility and visibility in the broader ecosystem
Without this role, potential opportunities for collaboration, funding, and influence could be lost. With it, the CIC can scale its impact ethically and strategically.
Purpose of the Role
This role exists to:
- Research, identify, and approach potential corporate partners and sponsors
- Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship packages aligned with CIC priorities
- Manage relationships with sponsors, ensuring transparency, alignment, and mutual benefit
- Support the Fundraising Director in building strategic alliances that amplify impact
- Ensure all corporate engagements uphold CIC values, trauma-informed practices, and anti-exploitative principles
- You are the connector that turns shared values into actionable support.
About the role:
To create, manage, and optimise content and communications that engage donors and the community, ensuring consistent messaging, ethical standards, and alignment with campaigns and organisational values.
Experience Qualification and Requirements
Essential / Highly Valued Experience
- Experience in copywriting, communications, journalism, or similar.
- Familiarity with email marketing platforms and newsletter creation (e.g., Mailchimp, CiviCRM, or equivalent).
- Experience developing content for fundraising or donor engagement.
- Social media content creation for organisational impact.
- Strong editing, proofreading, and content planning skills.
- Ability to write clearly, persuasively, and in a tone consistent with the C.I.C’s values.
- Understanding of audience segmentation and personalised communications.
- Awareness of data protection, confidentiality, GDPR, and safeguarding requirements.
- Experience tracking engagement metrics and refining communications based on results.
- Collaborative skills to work with multiple teams and volunteers.
- Ability to adapt content for different audiences, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
Desirable / Can Be Developed
- Experience producing multi-channel campaigns (email, social media, print).
- Knowledge of design and layout tools for content (e.g., Canva, InDesign).
- Volunteer coordination and mentoring experience.
- Analytical skills to interpret donor response data.
Qualifications
- Formal qualifications not required.
- Equivalent professional experience in communications, content creation, or donor engagement is highly valued.
Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties
- Develop compelling, clear, and accurate content for donor and community communications, including:
- Emails and newsletters
- Campaign materials and updates
- Fundraising appeals and donor acknowledgements
- Maintain consistent organisational voice and messaging across all communications channels.
- Collaborate closely with the Fundraising Director to align content with fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies.
- Work with the Social Media Team to ensure content complements online campaigns and wider communications.
- Track donor engagement and responses to communications, using feedback to refine messaging, segmentation, and targeting.
- Support segmentation and personalisation of donor communications to maximise relevance and impact.
- Ensure all communications comply with data protection, confidentiality, and ethical standards (GDPR, safeguarding, and organisational policies).
- Adapt content for different community audiences, ensuring accessibility, clarity and inclusivity.
- Proofread, edit, and review communications for accuracy, tone, and impact before distribution.
- Contribute to content planning and calendars, coordinating timing and messaging with campaign schedules.
- Provide guidance and support to other volunteers involved in communications or content creation.
- Maintain documentation of communications templates, processes, and donor engagement metrics.
- Actively participate in team meetings to share insights, track performance, and improve communications strategy.
What You Gain
- Founding-level experience in corporate partnerships and sponsorship strategy
- Leadership exposure in high-stakes negotiation and collaboration
- Opportunity to shape sustainable funding models for a high-impact C.I.C
- Priority consideration for future paid roles
- Direct contribution to community empowerment and systemic change
This role builds strategic influence, partnership management, and ethical fundraising skills.
This role is not suitable if you:
- Prefer transactional sales over relationship building
- Avoid high-responsibility or strategic thinking roles
- Are seeking immediate paid employment
- Are uncomfortable negotiating or representing an ethical, trauma-informed organisation
Important to Be Clear
- This is a volunteer role during the C.I.C’s build phase
- It carries real responsibility for relationship-building and fundraising sustainability
- Paid roles will emerge as funding and sustainability allow
Formal qualifications are not required, but desirable.
Essential equivalent experience mandatory.
Next Steps:
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to:
- A values-led conversation
- A practical discussion about event planning, coordination, and execution
If you believe that well-organised, purposeful events can change communities, and that experiences inspire action, this role is for you.
A Final Word
Partnerships are about values, not logos.
If you know that:
- Ethical funding protects the mission
- Who we align with reflects who we are
- Long-term impact beats short-term gain
If you’re ready to use your experience to empower others and bring healing to your community, we’d love to hear from you. Upload your CV and/or send a short cover letter explaining why this mission matters to you
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
My Life Films is an award-winning charity that uses film and TV to enrich and support the lives of people living with dementia and their carers. My Life TV is our specialist on-demand streaming service, specifically designed to meet the cognitive needs of people living with dementia, for use within care settings and at home.
My Life TV is carefully curated to enable people living with dementia to feel stimulated and connected to the world, improving their mental health and supporting their essential care.
Our high-quality content includes interactive shows like quizzes, singalongs, drawing and chair yoga; calming content, including animal and nature programmes and slow TV; a wide range of reminiscence programmes, from the 1960s onwards, and much more.
Since launching in 2021 we work with highly respected content partners, as well as producing our own programming, in partnership with trusted organisations in the dementia care field, and more widely. The Alzheimer’s Society, BFI, Royal Parks, Museum of Brands, BBC Archive and National Trust are just some of the partners we are proud to work with.
We have ambitious plans to scale up its use, so we can reach and support as many people living with dementia as possible.
About the role
Stepping in at the helm of a well-established Board, and working closely with the highly experienced Executive Director, our new Chair will lead My Life Films through its next phase of growth and impact.
The new Chair will review and reinvigorate the charity’s governance, ideally including a board audit, as well as challenging and interrogating the group’s strategic plan.
This role will suit potential candidates who are ready to step-up to chair a not for profit organisation. This means they are likely to bring current or previous board experience as a non-executive or trustee. Candidates may have experience in the care sector, health sector, charity or foundation, possibly an organisation involved in supporting people living with dementia. This experience could enable candidates to draw on networks in the care, health, charity, voluntary sectors, social enterprise or foundation. It will be important that the new Chair can demonstrate a personal passion and commitment to improving the lives of people living with dementia.
The Chair will also help guide the Executive in optimising the existing model, developing new opportunities by helping expand networks and making introductions when necessary. They will act as a critical friend to Executive Director, coaching and challenging as required and providing leadership and strategic direction to the Board.
They will hold the organisation to the highest ethical standards, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and that My Life Films is run in the best interests of its stakeholders.
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the charity and is collectively responsible for its success. All trustees must take decisions in the interests of the charity.
My Life Films has a trading subsidiary – MLF Productions Limited – and it is expected that the Chair of My Life Films will also Chair the trading company.
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Selection Criteria
When applying, we ask candidates to highlight any areas of expertise they can bring in the areas identified below.
• Skills and Experience –
Governance / leadership
• Any experience of operating at Board level in the voluntary, public or private sector preferably with a knowledge of the Social Care sector.
• Understanding of good charity governance, including trustees’ legal duties, financial oversight and risk management.
• Experience of chairing effective meetings and facilitating inclusive, robust discussion and decision-making Experience of fundraising, advocacy, campaigning, or working with regulators, commissioners or major funders.
Strategy and finance
• Ability to think strategically, interrogate complex information and focus the Board on priorities, impact and long-term sustainability.
• Strong financial literacy and ability to scrutinize budgets, management accounts and risk registers (not necessarily as a finance professional).
People leadership
• Track record of leading senior individuals or teams; able to coach, support and hold to account a CEO
How to Apply
If you are interested in the role, Maana Ruia a trustee with My Life Films and a member of Enter The Boardroom Community would be happy to fix up a time to talk to you.
Please submit your application to Julian Freeston The application should comprise a Cover Letter detailing your suitability and desire for the role (no more than two pages) and an up-to-date CV (no more than four pages).
The application deadline is 5pm, 29th May 2026
If you are interested in the role, Maana Ruia a trustee with My Life Films and a member of Enter The Boardroom Community would be happy to fix up a time to talk to you. Please get in touch via Details can be found on the website.
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!
Department: ICT
Reports To: CEO
Location: Remote, (the college is currently situated in Hertfordshire, but is moving)
Start date: As soon as possible
All Nations Christian College has been leading the way in cross-cultural mission training for over 60 years. We provide a flexible undergraduate programme validated by The Open University, alongside specialist short courses and a well-established postgraduate programme for mission leaders. We are an independent, evangelical, interdenominational Bible college welcoming students from all over the world. Our mission is to serve the global church by training disciples of Jesus Christ for mission in a multicultural world.
Role Purpose
The ICT Project Manager is responsible for managing key ICT projects to support the college’s organisational objectives. The role will project manage external ICT suppliers and partners. The college’s operational ICT services are in the process of being outsourced so the ICT Project Manager will need to ensure systems remain reliable and secure during the transition project.
Key Responsibilities
ICT Project Management
- Develop and maintain project plans and schedules.
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets, scope and quality constraints.
- Provide regular progress reporting to senior management and teams.
Supplier Management
- Manage relationships with external ICT suppliers and service providers, acting as the primary point of contact.
- Oversee supplier performance against contracts, addressing issues and evaluating service provision.
- Ensure suppliers comply with organisational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
Operational ICT Oversight
- Provide oversight of transition to outsourcing of day‑to‑day ICT operational services, ensuring systems are stable, resilient, and supported.
- Support incident, problem, and change management processes, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure projects and services comply with information security, data protection, and organisational governance standards.
- Identify, manage, and escalate risks and issues appropriately.
- Maintain accurate project and service documentation.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience managing ICT projects in a changing organisational environment.
- Strong experience of contract management of third‑party suppliers and ICT contracts.
- Knowledge of ICT systems, infrastructure, cloud services, and digital solutions.
- Experience overseeing or working closely with ICT operational services.
Qualifications
- Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience.
Key Competencies
- ICT project management
- Supplier and contract management
- Problem solving and decision making
- Attention to detail and quality
- Ability to manage competing priorities
Core Systems
- Microsoft Office/Teams
- Sage accounting
- Donorfy stakeholder management
Planned Projects 2026-27
- Student management system implementation
- Cloud migration
- Security resilience
Other information
· All Nations Christian College is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk from abuse and neglect. We expect all staff who work with us to share this commitment, and staff will be required to be checked with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
· Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
To cultivate biblically rooted, hope-filled and culturally relevant engagement with God's mission by training and equipping disciples of Jesus Christ



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Inclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting Scope in their search for their next Chair of Trustees!
About Scope
Scope is the national disability charity. We have been at the forefront of disability equality for 7 decades. We work with disabled people to break down barriers in society and challenge the injustices which persist to this day.
Our strategic ambition is to achieve An Equal Future with disabled people by 2033.
We have 3 goals.
First, to close the employment gap. So that all those disabled people who want to work have the opportunity to.
Second, to end the Disability Price Tag. So that there is no longer a financial penalty associated with disability.
Third, to grow the movement for disability equality. With partners, communities, individuals, funders and supporters to help us.
About the Chair of Trustees opportunity
Primary Objectives:
- Provide leadership to the Board of Trustees. So the Board steers the charity for its future. Guide the Board in setting the charity’s direction and strategy. So strategy achievement is in line with Charity Commission guidelines.
- Work closely with the Chief Executive (CEO). Make sure the Board and the executive team work together to deliver disability equality with the 16 million disabled people in the UK.
- Uphold Scope’s mission and values. Develop and carry out Scope’s aims in line with our mission, vision, values, and legal responsibilities. Promote a “One Scope” culture of teamwork, where the Board and executive team work in a collaborative way that reflects Scope’s values.
- Support and oversee the CEO’s performance. On behalf of the Board, support the CEO to lead effectively. This includes setting clear objectives and running annual performance reviews.
- Empower every Trustee. Help get the best from every Trustee by encouraging everyone to bring their unique talents and skills. Encourage Trustees to support relevant executive team members.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications (Essential):
- Leadership experience. Experience of leading at a senior or Board level in a high-profile organisation.
- Commercial awareness. Experience of taking a commercial perspective. Willingness for a considered risk appetite.
- Understanding of governance. A clear understanding of being a Trustee. This includes the duties and responsibilities that come with the role.
- Ability to lead meetings. Skilled in chairing meetings and encouraging participation. Clear communication and working well with people skills. Able to represent Scope externally with high profile individuals.
- Strategic vision and engagement. Able to guide others to focus on big picture strategy and lead decisions on it.
- Building consensus. Skilled at finding consensus with others.
- Network and influence. A network of contacts that can support Scope’s work.
- Supporting executive performance. Ability to work with and support the Chief Executive.
Desirable (Bonus) Experience:
- Understanding of the disability and charity sectors. Knowledge of issues affecting disabled people and the voluntary sector.
- Personal or lived experience of disability is considered a strong advantage.
Registered in 1999, Daybreak is a charity whose foundations are in growing the practice of Family Group Conferences in the UK. From this, we have seen the positive impact that occurs when families and communities are empowered to take action when faced with challenging situations.
People and communities often feel disempowered - especially those whose lives are influenced by the systems around them. However, we know that people can take action to support each other and choose what action to take when given the right opportunity to have their voice heard.
This is why we believe in a world where families, people’s wider social networks, and communities work together to make decisions and proactively solve the problems affecting their lives.
Now, utilising a range of family led decision making approaches and working alongside partner organisations and within the community, we bring people together to create opportunities for them to communicate, work together, and choose what actions to take, in order to move forward, be safe, and thrive.
Throughout our various programs, our work centres around the principles of voluntary participation, transparency and openness for all, advocacy for those who need it, and for our contribution to be facilitative not prescriptive.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking to welcome two new members to our Board of Trustees.
To serve as one of Daybreak’s trustees is to play a fundamental role in enabling our charity to pursue its vision, mission, and values. Your contribution to discussions and decision-making at the highest level of our organisation will ensure that we can continue to provide our services to those in need of our support.
The role is more focused on strategy than detail. You will offer crucial guidance and support to management in developing a growth strategy that will allow Daybreak to reach more people and touch more lives.
There is no requirement for you to have experience as a Trustee. All we need is a willingness to use your skills and expertise to support Daybreak, a desire to make a difference for our service users, and a commitment to active participation in the role.
We would especially welcome applications from those with experience in Data, Digital and either Children or Adult Social Services.
The time commitment involved is around thirty hours per year, though a wide range of opportunities to get involved in the Board’s work will be provided. Board meetings are usually held quarterly in Hampshire or online.
What we offer
As a trustee you will be given:
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Induction and ongoing support.
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Board-level experience in a friendly environment, with the opportunity to exercise your existing skills and develop new ones. Our Board contains a diverse range of individuals from various backgrounds, including business and family services, and you will be able to tap into and learn from the breadth of knowledge that they possess.
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Scope to drive a growth strategy designed to expand our services and allow us to give more families and communities the chance to take control of their circumstances. Your experience and insight will be vital in enabling us to channel the power of families and communities coming together to strengthen the bonds between them.
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A comprehensive insight into the charitable sector, the challenges it faces, and how these challenges can be overcome.
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The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families. Your strategic input will help spur positive change and empower families and communities to overcome their unique challenges, and you will see the beneficial impact of your decision-making play out across our services.
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The knowledge that your contribution has helped secure the best possible results for service users and navigate the challenges our charity faces. By helping us, you will help families to find more workable solutions to their problems, while avoiding plans being imposed upon them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Willats Trust is a grant-making, cross-denominational Christian charity with a vision to see our estates and most deprived communities around the UK transformed by the love of Jesus.
Our mission is to fund relational evangelism through local expressions of church, by working with like-hearted partners to share the good news of Jesus in the areas of greatest deprivation across the UK.
Since our establishment in 1858, sharing the Gospel in these communities has always been our priority. Thanks to the generosity of Mr Willats, who gifted a significant property portfolio to the charity at its inception, we have been able to use funds generated from this property portfolio to finance grant-making to support evangelists, church planters, or other activities related to evangelism and making disciples in the top 20% areas of deprivation across the UK.
Following a strategic review in 2025, we have an ambition to more than double the amount we award in grants from £500,000 to £1m a year. Over the next ten years, we want to see more thriving Jesus-centric churches planted in our areas of greatest deprivation and led by people who look like the communities they are serving. This means part of our grant-making supports immediate tactical needs, but part of our grant-making also seeks to influence the underlying factors which will enable the long-term fulfilment of our vision.
We believe the kingdom of God works best when we all bring what is in our hand and let God do the multiplication. Our posture is to come alongside like-hearted partners who share the same vision and work together in partnership to support and equip those God has called to these communities.
We are seeking to make two Trustee appointments. Individuals who bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Mission-related: someone with lived experience of planting, leading or supporting Jesus-centric churches in communities experiencing significant deprivation. You will probably also carry a sense of calling that is bigger than a single geographic area and will be able help us think strategically about how we use our resources to contribute to increased church planting and evangelism in our areas of greatest deprivation, alongside others, over the next decade and bring deep relationships with others already serving in this space.
- Commercial property: someone with professional property expertise relating to exiting portfolios of residential and non-purpose-built HMO properties, or property development, who can advise on asset optimisation and property exits over the coming years, which will enable us to give more money away.
- Legal, financial or HR: individuals with strategic leadership skills and a passion to see resources deployed for Kingdom-purpose.
The time commitment required of a Trustee is usually likely to equate to approximately 6-8 days per year.
It’s a crucial and exciting time in the history and further development of The Willats Trust. By being a Trustee you will be able to make a difference across the UK and get to have a ringside seat to see what God is doing, as we know his heart is always for the most overlooked and forgotten. We are full of expectancy for what God is going to do in this current season and want to play our small part in this, alongside others.
We appreciate the rich diversity of our Trustees and Staff and seek to create a culture where everyone develops and fulfils their potential. We recognise the immense value of different perspectives brought by those with varied backgrounds, characteristics and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community (specifically in our context, women, individuals of Global Majority Heritage and those from non-Anglican church worshipping backgrounds).
Please note that this role has an Occupational Requirement to be a committed Christian as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date: 12 noon BST on Friday 8th May 2026.