People policy officer volunteer roles
About the board and Trustee role
Trustees are volunteers who oversee the strategic direction of the charity and ensure its compliance with regulators and the law. They are also ambassadors for the charity; and they provide the staff team, which does the day-to-day work, with both scrutiny and support.
The full board meets quarterly. Two meetings focus on ‘business’ – approving budgets and policies, making key decisions, etc. The other two are more discursive, covering strategic issues.
We have four sub-committees: Finance Audit Investment & Risk, Impact & Income Development, Research & Policy, and Governance & People. Trustees are generally encouraged to join at least one sub-committee, which gives them more detailed insight into the charity’s work in that area. A number of trustees choose to sit on multiple sub-committees (there is no upper limit) and trustees are also welcome to attend any sub-committee, for example as a one-off, to see what happens or if they have an interest in a particular agenda item. Sub-committees also meet quarterly.
And there is usually one strategy day a year.
We currently have eight trustees on our board, with experience in public affairs, law, policing, business, research, marketing, inclusion and influencing government. We are looking to a recruit four further trustees. Our primary focus is to bring different perspectives to the board rather than skills, given that the delivery of the charity’s work is delegated to a skilled staff team.
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One trustee with experience of research (of any type) – an attitude of curiosity, intellectual rigour and open-mindedness.
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One trustee with professional experience of alcohol treatment (at any level) – the perspective of delivering compassionate support via treatment services, whether charity or NHS settings.
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One trustee with experience of strategic charity finance – especially interest in weighing up long-term financial strategic choices (not month-to-month financial management: we have a finance team).
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One trustee from any background.
All trustees are asked to bring a commitment to and passion for our vision, mission and values.
What we can offer
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Our board of trustees, and our charity as a whole, is warm and welcoming.
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Everyone is entitled to have their views heard and we work hard to be inclusive of everyone.
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We are well organised and professionally run.
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We are a dynamic and fast-paced organisation, with a huge range of interesting work happening.
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You will have opportunities for personal development and to attend a range of interesting events in your role as a trustee.
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Finally, and most importantly, we are laser-focused on making as much difference as possible to end alcohol harm.
Trustees’ Role Description and Person Specification
Being a Trustee of Alcohol Change UK
Our Board of Trustees has overall responsibility for the UK’s leading charity in the field of alcohol harm. We are a registered charity (No. 1140287) and a company limited by guarantee (No.
07462605). Our trustees are also members of the charity and directors of the company. Governance is in accordance with both charity and company law. This role description uses the term ‘trustee’ to refer to all three roles (trustee, member, director).
As well as overseeing proper governance, the Board is responsible for strategic decision-making, upholding the reputation of the charity and ensuring that it delivers on its charitable object to reduce alcohol harm. As a trustee you will share this collective responsibility and bring your personal perspectives, skills, experience and connections to bear.
This is an important time for the charity, as we are in the third year of our five-year strategy (Apr 2024 to Mar 2029). Our new trustees will play a key role in helping us deliver on this strategy and in particular navigating a major change in our financial position.
The Duties and Responsibilities of Trustees
Governing Documents
Our primary governing document is the Memorandum and Articles of Association which sets out the formal duties and responsibilities of the trustees, directors and members. It is complemented by our Scheme of Delegation. We have also adopted the Code of Good Governance, and remain compliant with the rules of the Charity Commissioners and Companies House.
General Duties and Responsibilities
The following are general duties, based on documentation from the Charity Commission and Companies House:
- To act in the interests of the charity’s objects – that is, its cause and its beneficiaries.
- To act reasonably and prudently in all matters.
- To avoid personal views and prejudices affecting your decision-making.
- To protect – and actively promote – the property, interests and reputation of the charity.
- To set the strategic direction, provide strategic oversight, and make critical decisions.
- To always make decisions collectively as a board and in particular to actively support all board decisions (that are made in accordance with the charity’s constitution) regardless of your personal position on such decisions.
- To understand how the charity works, including being fully aware of the charity’s general risks and its financial position.
- To ensure compliance with all statutory requirements as set out by Companies House and the Charity Commission and by other relevant statutory bodies and legislation.
- To challenge and support the CEO and, through them, the broader staff team.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
The following additional duties and responsibilities have been adopted by Alcohol Change UK:
- To abide by Alcohol Change UK’s policies, such as those on equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding, code of conduct, conflicts of interest, GDPR, etc.
- To endeavour to achieve at least 75% attendance at Board meetings. In accordance with the governing documents, trustees missing three consecutive board meetings without reasonable cause will normally be asked to step down.
- To undertake training as required and to participate in an annual development appraisal.
- To join at least one of the charity’s four sub-committees.
- To represent Alcohol Change UK at events and to act as a positive ambassador for Alcohol Change UK amongst its key audiences.
- To understand and respect the boundary between governance and the operational matters that are delegated to the staff team.
- To respond to Alcohol Change UK correspondence in a timely manner.
Person Specification
All trustees need the following:
- Strong commitment to the vision, values and mission of Alcohol Change UK.
- An ability to think strategically; that is, thinking of the big picture and the long-term, being impact-focused, and considering the relationship between internal and external factors.
- An ability to work as part of a team, especially understanding and respecting the nature of collective decision-making.
- Excellent communications skills, especially active listening, succinctness, clarity, positivity and tact.
- Commitment to the 7 Nolan Principles on Public Life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
- Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- A willingness to contribute your individual skills, perspectives, knowledge and experience without acting as representative of any particular interest.
Trustees are appointed for an initial term of three or four years, following which they may be re-elected for a second and third term of three years.
Trustee roles are unremunerated but reasonable travel, accommodation, childcare and subsistence expenses are of course covered.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We are Alcohol Change UK. We work for a society that is free from the harm caused by alcohol.
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The Position
We are looking for a Grants Officer who can support us with diverse tasks that include looking for grants opportunities, project development, proposals writing, and liaising with potential partners and donors. In this role you’ll be a key contributor to the continued existence of Second Tree, which is dependent on grants to survive, and to the creation of new projects and partnerships. To do this successfully, you'll need to employ meticulous time-management and organisation skills, as juggling multiple tasks with competing deadlines is common in this role.
The role will include:
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Researching and identifying new grant opportunities on a weekly basis
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Summarising relevant grant opportunities and suggesting how to best respond and comply with them
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Researching information and data necessary for grants and grant reporting
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Supporting the design of new projects
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Supporting with proposal writing
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Maintaining necessary records, files, reports, databases, and resource materials for the Grants team
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Working with the wider Second Tree team to ensure that all project proposals align with organisational, and programme strategies
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Establishing and maintaining connections with funding bodies
You should be able to:
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Professionally communicate in English (verbally and in writing)
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Read, comprehend, interpret, summarise and follow proposal guidelines
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Work to tight deadlines with flexibility and a problem-solving attitude;
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Conduct thorough, high-quality, independent research
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Work both independently and as part of a team
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Manage and prioritise projects effectively to meet team and proposal deadlines
The ideal candidate will have:
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Working knowledge of project management techniques such as LFA
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Knowledge of and experience with grant-giving bodies and other external funding sources (e.g. European Commission)
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A strong sense of logic while building an argument
What We Offer:
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A nurturing and collaborative working environment. We work hard to help our team members grow, investing in personal and professional development.
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Accommodation in a shared house
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Transportation to/from work
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After completion of a three-month trial, if you commit long-term, a small monthly expenses refund
In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the shared houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the shared houses are full, this would allow us to offer an opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.
Have experience leading a team of this type?
Consider applying to become a Grants Coordinator. Whether your experience lies in the humanitarian sector or elsewhere, we are looking for people with expertise that can drive us forward as an organisation.
Looking for an internship?
If, because of your degree or for any other reason, you would like to have your period at Second Tree credited as an internship, just apply to the vacancy that you’re interested in and mention this. We have agreements with several universities across Europe, and in many other cases, these agreements can be developed on an ad hoc basis.
We encourage applicants to join us in person, but if this is not possible we will consider remote applications for this role.
NOTE: If you require a visa to stay in Greece for the minimum ten-week commitment, please know that as a Greek NGO, we are unable to sponsor your visa.
Non Charity Employer
11 - 20
We challenge the biases that make us see refugees as “the other”. We change the way society perceives refugees, and refugees perceive society.
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Are you passionate about health justice? Medact is seeking a new Chair of the Board to help oversee our governance and support our work.
About Medact
Medact organises the health community to work towards a world in which everyone is able to live healthy, dignified lives, supported by political and economic systems that centre health justice. Our priority work areas are some of the most pressing threats to health and wellbeing, including ending state violence, housing & energy justice, and migrant access to healthcare. Medact seeks systemic solutions to major social problems, and is unafraid to hold decision-makers to account. We launched our new five-year strategy at the end of 2025, embedding our vision for how we win and how we grow.
We’re member-led, and our membership spans a range of people who work in health, including nurses, doctors, midwives and clinical researchers, as well as people from the wider health community.
We are now looking for a new Chair of our Board of Trustees. If you share our vision and passion, why not join our Board and help us fight for health justice?
About the role
Our Board of Trustees provides guidance, governance and final sign-off on major decisions on behalf of our membership. Trustees are collectively responsible for the governance of the organisation in line with the requirements of the Charity Commission. Trustees also contribute to the development of Medact's strategy and participate in a range of other activities to support the Director and staff with our work.
There are four planned board meetings per year, which are hybrid, and it is expected that each Trustee will attend most Board meetings. Trustees are also sometimes asked to give their views or sign off on issues between Board meetings if an issue cannot wait. It is hoped that each Trustee will have the capacity to use their unique skills to support the team more broadly with Medact’s work.
As Chair, you will support the Executive Director and staff to help build on our achievements and realise Medact’s vision. You will work with fellow Trustees to make up a strong and effective Board governing the Charity.
Acting as a Trustee is a voluntary role but reasonable travel expenses can be paid.
Who we are looking for
Our current Board brings a broad range of skills, but we recognise that we do not yet reflect the diversity of the health community. There are also specific types of experience and expertise we would like more of on the Board. In particular, we are looking for potential Trustees with one or more of the following attributes:
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Lived experience of an issue that Medact campaigns on, for instance the Hostile Environment, the health impacts of economic or housing injustice, the health impacts of armed conflict or UK security policies
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Experience as a frontline health worker of any sort, preferably current
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Legal and safeguarding expertise
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Fundraising expertise, particularly individual giving or major donor fundraising
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Human resources expertise
As Chair, you will be actively networked within the health community or broader social justice movement and highly experienced in governance or strategic leadership of a charity or NGO. You will have the skills to line-manage the Executive Director. And you will have the ability to advocate on behalf of Medact’s work, as well as helping to build the membership and public image of the organisation.
We hope all Trustees will:
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Share our vision for a fairer and safer world, and our analysis of the transformational change needed to get closer to it
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Approach Board discussions and conversations with the team with an open mind, able to listen to and genuinely engage with others’ views
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Display collaborative behaviours which promote harmony and good team working which supports Medact to be an effective, well-governed organisation
Previous experience on a charity board or in another governance role is useful but by no means essential. If you are interested in becoming a Trustee but aren’t sure you have the right skills and experience, or would like an informal conversation with an existing board member before applying, please get in touch.
Timeline
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 9th March.
We aim to interview candidates in March. Please let us know when applying if you are unavailable during this period.
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Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference?
Join us as a Trustee and help shape the future of the British Dyslexia Association.
Our Trustees play a vital role in ensuring we stay true to our mission, deliver on our charitable objectives, and continue supporting everyone affected by dyslexia. As part of the Board, you’ll guide our strategy, support and challenge our Senior Management Team, and help the organisation grow and thrive.
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills, insight and energy to a cause that matters.
What you’ll do
As a Trustee, you will:
- Act in the best interests of the charity and uphold the highest standards of governance.
- Help set and oversee strategy, policy, financial plans and key risks.
- Support, advise and constructively challenge the CEO and Senior Management Team.
- Ensure our work aligns with our purpose, vision and values.
- Contribute your expertise, ideas and networks to strengthen our impact.
- Prepare for and attend Board and committee meetings, and take part in key governance activities.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with enthusiasm, integrity and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
We are especially interested in people with experience in:
- Fundraising / business development / income generation
- Communications and marketing
- Policy and public affairs
You’ll also bring:
- Strong strategic thinking and independent judgement
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- A genuine passion for the BDA’s mission
- A willingness to lead in line with our values
What you’ll gain
Becoming a BDA Trustee offers you the chance to:
- Make a real difference to the lives of people with dyslexia
- Develop your leadership and governance experience
- Connect with like‑minded professionals
- Experience genuine personal fulfilment by supporting a meaningful cause
This is a voluntary role, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Time commitment
Around 8–12 days per year, including:
- Quarterly Board meetings (mix of in‑person and online)
- Committee meetings
- Occasional away days, events and training
- Providing expert input on an as‑needed basis
We understand the need for flexibility and welcome applications from people with a range of commitments.
For more details, view the full role description.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
To change society by removing barriers so that everyone with dyslexia can reach their full potential in education, in employment and in life.
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Working Chance is a unique, pioneering, award-winning national charity that supports women with criminal convictions into employment. We support women to create independent purposeful lives through helping them to build careers, we break cycles of reoffending and we inspire employers to embrace inclusive hiring.
This is an exciting time for Working Chance as we start developing our new three-year strategy which will come into effect from 1 September. The new strategy will see us taking an ever bolder stance on speaking up for women with convictions, solidifying our position as a thought leader on how to improve the employment rate of these women, and moving into providing consultancy for employers seeking our guidance and input on their recruitment and employment practices.
We are looking for an inspiring and committed Chair of Trustees to lead our Board at this exciting point in our development. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a highly respected and impactful charity, while championing a mission that addresses inequality, social justice and economic inclusion.
As Chair, you will work closely with the Chief Executive and fellow trustees to ensure strong governance, clear strategic focus, effective oversight and financial sustainability, while acting as an ambassador for Working Chance and its values. Download the Appointment Brief to learn all about the role, the charity and the recruitment process, and if you think you might be the person we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 16 March
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Treasurer Recruitment
Become Our Treasurer and Help Achieve a Life Unlimited.
At Cystic Fibrosis Trust, we believe in a world where everyone with cystic fibrosis (CF), can live a life unlimited, and we’re inviting passionate individuals to join us on this powerful journey.
This is more than a governance role, and it’s an opportunity to help guide strategic decisions that impact lives, influence national initiatives, and accelerate progress for a community that deserves nothing less than a brighter future.
About us
Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to uniting for a life unlimited for everyone with CF, which is one of the most common life-limiting genetic conditions.
Our team of dedicated staff, volunteers, and Trustees works alongside people affected by CF to fund life-changing research, promote world-class clinical care, and provide essential advice and support. We champion a community that is united by strength, compassion, and hope.
Our work relies on the generous donations of our supporters.
About the role
As a Trustee, you will play a crucial role in the governance and strategic oversight of the charity, ensuring that we operate effectively, achieve our mission, and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements. Trustees are collectively responsible for safeguarding the charity’s assets, ensuring they are used exclusively to further our objectives, and overseeing the charity’s financial health, including budgets, financial controls, and reporting. Acting with integrity and in the charity’s best interests is at the heart of the role.
The Treasurer oversees the financial affairs of the charity and ensures that they are conducted legally, transparently, and in line with the charity’s governing document. Working closely with the Chair, CEO, Trustees, and any staff or volunteers, the Treasurer helps safeguard the charity’s financial sustainability. This role is vital in supporting the delivery of our new Strategy and ensuring our positive impact on the lives of people with CF
About you
You will bring strong financial expertise and strategic insight to help ensure our organisation remains financially robust, well-governed and focused on delivering our mission. Your perspective will play a vital role in guiding our direction and ensuring we continue to put people with CF at the centre of everything we do.
Why Join Us?
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Make a meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by cystic fibrosis.
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Engage with dynamic peers who are driven, forward-thinking, passionate and purpose-led.
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Help drive an inspirational mission that blends science, support, and community.
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Play a critical role in shaping our strategic direction, ensuring robust governance, and championing equity, diversity and inclusion.
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Gain valuable experience in governance and strategic planning.
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Use your expertise to fuel lasting change.
If you are passionate about making a difference for people with cystic fibrosis, please get in touch.
How to apply?
Please download the Treasurer Recruitment Pack for more information including full role description.
Please prepare and submit the following via our applicant tracking system by Monday 16 March 2026:
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A CV outlining your career history, including responsibilities and achievements.
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A cover letter (max two A4 pages) explaining why you want to be a Trustee (Treasurer), what skills you can bring to the Board of Trustees and what you want to take away from this opportunity.
Interviews will take place following the application deadline, and shortlisted candidates will be notified directly. We will offer as much notice as possible to support availability.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Uniting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis. Our mission is to create a world where being born with CF no longer means a lif
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About ReachOut
ReachOut is a national youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance.
Role of a Trustee
Our Board of trustees have shared responsibility for the overall governance, financial health and strategic direction of the charity, developing its organisational aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
In addition to the statutory duties, each Trustee uses their specific skills, knowledge and experience to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions and support the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team in delivering the charity’s mission.
As a Trustee of ReachOut, you will have the opportunity to help govern an ambitious organisation, knowing that your time will contribute to helping young people, who may not have the same advantages as others, develop the social and emotional skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
Who are we looking for?
We are interested in individuals with any of the below expertise:
- Senior Leaders or Head Teachers from Schools or Multi Academy Trusts
- Research, Monitoring & Evaluation
- Senior Leadership within a Corporate Environment
- Lived Experience aligned to the challenges faced by the young people we are here for
Person Specification
- Enthusiasm for ReachOut’s vision and mission.
- Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship in the UK charity sector.
- Able to demonstrate strategic vision and think creatively.
- Willing to speak their mind and exercise independent judgement, whilst operating with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work with others in a way that supports positive board dynamics.
- Ability to represent the organisation credibly externally.
- Availability and commitment to perform the role and dedicate the time required to fulfil the role.
Important Information
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- ReachOut board meetings are held in-person in London, online if necessary.
- The overall time commitment for a Trustee is expected to be around 30 hours per annum. There are four full board meetings a year that last approx. 2 hours, outside regular office hours. Meetings are held on weekday evenings.
How to Apply
- Please visit our website for more information and how to apply
- Deadline: 9am 16th March 2026
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
ReachOut is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation. We actively welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, ages, religious beliefs, gender identities, sexual orientations, and any other protected characteristics, to provide a diverse range of experiences, ideas, and insights into our work.We understand the importance of having trustees and committee members that reflect the backgrounds and experiences of the communities we serve. More than half of the young people we work with are from Black Caribbean, Black African, Bangladeshi, and Turkish backgrounds, so if you are from these ethnic groups, we would particularly appreciate receiving your applications.
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LUX is looking for new Board members to support our work and bring new skills, expertise and ideas for the future of our organisation. This is an important moment in LUX’s history as we embark on a process of rearticulating our purpose and shaping our future with a new executive team. Maintaining a strong, dynamic Board of Trustees is essential to guiding LUX’s mission and working in collaboration with the team to develop and implement the organisation’s vision.
We are currently seeking up to five Trustees, each bringing expertise in one of the following areas:
- Legal
- LUX artist
- Fundraising
- Gallerist or collector with artists’ moving image experience
- Senior level expertise in digital, IT and new technologies
We are keen to hear from people who are enthusiastic about and committed to contemporary art and artists’ moving-image practice, and who are sympathetic to the needs of artists.
Diverse Representation
LUX is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to addressing inequality in the arts sector. We want our Board of Trustees – and our organisation as a whole – to reflect the artists we work with and the audiences we seek to engage.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as global ethnic majority, d/Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, LGBTQI+, and from those who experience barriers due to their socio-economic background.’
We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who demonstrate skills and knowledge in the areas outlined above. Please indicate whether you identify as d/Deaf or disabled in your application.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
LUX is an arts organisation that supports and promotes visual artists working with the moving image.
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An invitation to join us at Young Devon as our next…
Trustee (Job Ref 25-85)
Are you passionate about supporting young people in Devon?
Young Devon is here to change the odds in favour of the thousands of young people who ask for help each year with their homelessness, mental health and education. We believe developing good quality relationships can be transformational in young people’s lives.
We are seeking committed and passionate people to support the leadership of a complex organisation. An understanding of governance in a Charity or non-executive setting isn’t essential but will help.
You will be able to demonstrate good judgement combined with excellent strategic and communication skills. As a creative thinker and being able to recognise a range of perspectives you will be able to support fellow Trustees to ensure the Charity is well governed and focused on meeting the needs of young people.
You can download the Candidate Information Pack from our website.
This is a voluntary position but one which we hope will be very rewarding. We aim to appoint to an initial 3-year term with the possibility to extend to a second thereafter. Reasonable and proper expenses will be reimbursed. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Tuesday 31st March 2026
Young Devon is a youth work charity (1057949) passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and embracing diversity. We are committed to Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable groups and all applicants who will or could have unsupervised access to these groups will complete the required checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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Join Street Paws as a Trustee — Shape the Future of a Charity Making Real Change
Street Paws is the charity standing up for people and pets facing homelessness, we believe in a future where homelessness never separates people and their pets, because for them a pet is a lifeline not a luxury.
Street Paws stands up for people facing homelessness because, for them a pet is a lifeline, not a luxury. We challenge the misconception that having a pet should ever be a barrier to a secure home. That is why, in partnership with Local Authorities, hostels and support services, we provide accessible veterinary care, training and advocacy – breaking down the barriers and opening doors to make pet friendly support the norm, not the exception.
We are looking for new trustees with legal, cyber security or lobbying/ campaigning expertise to join our board and play a pivotal role in protecting and strengthening the charity as we grow. By joining our Board, you will have the chance to:
Lead Strategy at a High Level
Your decisions directly shape the direction, resilience, and long‑term impact of Street Paws. You’ll help guide a charity that supports some of the most vulnerable animals and owners across the UK.
Make a Big Difference with a Small Time Commitment
We know your time is valuable. That’s why the role is designed to be flexible and manageable:
· A few hours a month, on your schedule
· Just one board meeting per quarter (around 2 hours)
· Remote participation options available
This is a meaningful way to contribute your professional expertise without taking on a heavy workload.
Build Your Board-Level Experience
Whether you’re looking to take your first step into governance or broaden your leadership portfolio, this role offers:
· Real strategic influence
· Exposure to charity governance
· A chance to work alongside passionate, skilled trustees
You’ll be part of a committed team driving forward a mission that genuinely changes lives.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
A future where homelessness never separates people and their pets
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We’re looking for a few brilliant people to join us as Trustees at Harrogate Skills 4 Living — and if you care about inclusion, safeguarding, and good governance, you might be exactly who we need.
HS4L supports adults with learning disabilities and autism through a mix of learning programmes, a community café, a chocolate‑making social enterprise, a Day Service ,two residential care homes, and supported living flats. It’s a vibrant, hands‑on organisation with a big heart and a growing footprint.
As we plan for long‑term financial sustainability, we’re keen to bring in trustees with experience in areas like finance, HR, safeguarding, social care, digital, or social enterprise. Most of all, we’re looking for people who believe in safe, high‑quality support and want to help shape our future.
If that sounds like you — or someone you know — I’d love to chat.
Julia Moor CEO
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To guide Hackney CVS through a new chapter, we are looking to strengthen our Board with individuals who bring professional and lived experience.
Who we're looking for
We are looking for our next Treasurer, and trustees to join our Finance, Audit and Risk Sub-Committee, with experience in strategic financial management, liaising with external investment managers and an understanding of investment policies and practice. Expertise in charity finance including understanding of Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) is also preferable.
Additionally, we are looking for individuals with expertise in change management, people and culture, ideally with experience in purpose-driven organisations.
We're keen to hear from both experienced trustees, and those without previous trustee experience interested in the opportunity to learn and develop.
We strongly encourage applications from local residents, and individuals with lived experience of the specific challenges and opportunities in Hackney and the City of London, and those representing the diverse communities we serve.
Key accountabilities
All trustees are accountable to the Co-Chairs of the Board.
Their role is to:
• Ensure that the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy
• Ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
• Ensure that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuit of its charitable objects
• Ensure that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets • Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place
• Ensure the financial stability of the organisation
• Protect and manage the property of the charity and ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds
• Follow proper and formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the Chief Executive
In addition, trustees may take on specific responsibilities through our sub-committees or task and finish groups. Trustees may also lead for the board on significant projects or pieces of work to provide oversight and challenge.
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Registered Charity
21 - 50
We support voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations in Hackney and the City of London.
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Youth engagement is a core part of our how we function. We have a network of paid Young Associates as well as 2 Young Trustees (under 25 years old). We are now looking to strengthen our Governance with the appointment of another Young Trustee, ideally someone with relevant lived experience and/or has participated in Youth Careers Collective programmes.
Essential criteria
- A commitment to realising Youth Careers Collective’s mission
- Experience of effective, fair and impartial decision-making
- A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the duties of effective Trusteeship
Desirable criteria
- Experience of operating at Board or Committee level, either executive or non-executive
- Experience of strategic development and implementation
- Some experience, knowledge and understanding of the charity sector
- Some experience, knowledge and understanding of state schools and colleges
- Experience of income generation, policy, marketing and communication, or digital
We do not expect applicants to have all the above experience, and welcome first-time Trustees and will provide training and support on the role. We also welcome candidates with links to our priority area of west London, those from ethnic minority and black backgrounds, reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve, and from candidates with disabilities.
For more information please read the full recruitment pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Second Home (OSH) is the UK’s youth movement of people with refugee backgrounds. We have welcomed over 600 young people from 50 countries to our activities in London, Essex and Bristol.
Mission
For young people with refugee experience to build community, become leaders and flourish into adulthood in the place they call home. Through transformative activities, our members take control of their lives and create meaningful change for themselves and their wider community.
About This Role
OSH is at a pivotal point in its development.
Over the past few years, OSH has grown from a small, founder-led organisation into a national movement with increasing reach, complexity, and ambition. Our income has risen from £250,000 to £500,000, our staff and volunteer base is expanding, and our programmes are reaching more young people than ever before.
OSH now needs confident, experienced, and future-focused governance that can support scaling while protecting the culture, values, and relational way of working that make the organisation distinctive.
Your role will involve 4 main areas:
- Board Leadership and Governance
- Strategy and Organisational Leadership
- CEO Support, Appraisal, and Accountability
- External Representation and Engagement
More information is in the recruitment pack attached.
About You
Essential
- Significant experience in organisational and strategic leadership, ideally including guiding a charity or mission-driven organisation from small to medium scale
- A proactive and forward-thinking mindset, demonstrating the ability to anticipate potential issues and risks while identifying opportunities.
- Strong understanding of good governance, with the confidence to lead a board and hold senior executives to account
- Experience of or exposure to fundraising, financial sustainability, and organisational development
- The ability to balance support and challenge, particularly in a Chair - CEO relationship
- Commitment to OSH’s mission and values, including a genuine willingness to engage with and be guided by those with lived experience of the asylum system
- Highly organised and dynamic, with the ability to prioritise the effective use of Board time, facilitate the timely and focused distribution of information, and ensure appropriate follow-up to Board decisions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the emotional intelligence to lead inclusively, collaboratively, and sensitively
Desirable
- Lived experience of asylum or forced migration
- Previous experience as a Chair or Vice-Chair of a charity or similar organisation
- Experience working with youth-led or lived-experience-led organisations
- Familiarity with safeguarding in youth or community settings
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking new trustees to strengthen our Board and help shape the future of our work. We are also seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees.
We are looking for dedicated, creative people, of all ages, with a range of professional and life experience to join the Age UK Stockport Board of Trustees.
Being a trustee or Chair of any charity, including ours, is to be an active volunteer in your community. Like any volunteer involved in our work, our aim is for you to enjoy what you do with us, know how you contribute towards our work and see the positive impact that you have on people’s lives.
But it’s not the easiest volunteering role! It can be challenging, but rewarding, and a big responsibility. Trustees have collective legal responsibilities – you work together for the best interests of Age UK Stockport and for the people in later life we work with across the borough. We will tell you more about these responsibilities elsewhere in the pack.
If you’re passionate about supporting everyone to make the most of their later life, and you have the skills and experience to help shape and guide our organisation to achieve our vision, we’d like to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.