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SUMMARY
Roles Description: Finance Trustee, Community Organising and Campaigning Trustee, and Legal Trustee
Remuneration: Like most Trustee roles, these roles are unremunerated
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Start date: As soon as possible
Benefits: In addition to making a real difference in the lives of and deepening your understanding of youth organising, you will receive:
- Safeguarding Training and support in developing expertise here
- Reimbursement of expenses incurred in your role
At The Advocacy Academy, we envision a world where young people with lived experience of injustice (LEofI) harness their collective power to shape a more fair, just, and equal society. Our mission is to organise and support these young people to drive systemic change on the most pressing issues of our time.
We do this by offering deep coaching, delivering transformative leadership programmes, and creating clear pathways for sustained action. Through shared learning and community-building, we help young leaders build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to launch and lead proactive campaigns. We also recognise that real change starts from within - so we’re committed to a governance structure that is values-driven, participatory, and beyond reproach, ensuring TAA is as accountable to young people as it is to the communities we serve and its wider responsibilities.
We’re now looking to recruit three new Trustees to join our Board and help steer this work. We're especially keen to hear from people with leadership experience in one or more of the following areas: Finance & Fundraising, Community Organising and Campaigns & Legal
Trustees of The Advocacy Academy play a unique role in delivery of our mission. They are collectively responsible for the governance of the organisation, represent it to the community, and accept ultimate compliance authority for the charity and its activities. As a Trustee with experience in the UK’s youth sector, you will support the Board and the Executives in ensuring that TAA continues to deliver an exceptional quality of youth work, and the role that safeguarding plays in achieving this. As a trustee:
- Work with the Chair, Trustees and Senior Leadership team to ensure there is a clear, long-term and strategic vision The Advocacy Academy.
- Work with the Board to ensure we function within the legal and financial requirements of a UK registered charity and company, our constitution and that we strive for best practice
- Take responsibility with the other trustees so that the organisation has effective practice to safeguard the people it works with
- Act as an ambassador, spokesperson and champion our work supporting our income activities, and fostering networks that can help generate income.
About Our Board of Trustees
- Our Board currently consists of four members, recruited, selected, and approved by the Board of Trustees.
- Each trustee serves a three-year term, and we are made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.
- The Board meets quarterly (four times per year) to provide strategic oversight and governance. Operations/day to day are managed by the Executives.
- Given the size of the board, we expect all trustees to join at least one subcommittees meeting per year, unless there are extenuating circumstances. .The subcommittee meets are typically held prior to full Board meetings.
- Board meetings are held at our Liberation Centre in Brixton and subcommittee meets are held virtually
- The role of trustee is voluntary, though reasonable expenses are reimbursed.2• Trustees are expected to prepare in advance by reading reports and meeting papers, and are also warmly invited to attend our events throughout the year.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Finance Trustee - Trustee will provide charity financial governance oversight of The Advocacy Academy, including but not limited to: Working closely with our Finance Director and the Finance & Risk Committee will:
- Provide support on financial oversight and ensure compliance with relevant charity and regulatory requirements.
- Review and co-present financial reports and key insights to the Board of Trustees.
- Actively participate in the Finance and Risk Committee, ensuring effective financial scrutiny.
- Strategic contribution to long-term financial and fundraising planning and support the organisation’s risk management framework.
- Attend Finance and Risk subcommittee meetings quarterly.
2. Community Organising and Campaigning Trustee - The Community organising and campaigning Trustee will provide organising and Campaigns governance oversight of The Advocacy Academy, including but not limited to: Working closely with our Director of Organising and Campaigns and fellow trustees, they will:
- Provide strategic oversight of The Advocacy Academy’s organising and campaigning activities and priorities.
- Ensure campaigns are ethical, legally compliant, and aligned with the organisation’s values.
- Support the development of effective, youth-led organising and campaigning strategies.
- Offer insight into advocacy trends, movement-building, and political landscapes.
- Serve as a sounding board for the team, offering critical friend feedback without operational interference.
- Help the board assess risks and opportunities related to public positioning, reputation, and partnerships.
- Good governance, diversity and teamwork are at the core of the Board’s values. We want to ensure trustees represent the young people we work with and we are particularly interested in applications from people with lived experience.
3. Legal Trustee - The Legal Trustees will provide Legal perspective on governance oversight of The Advocacy Academy, including but not limited to: Working closely with our Trustees, they will:
- Provide strategic legal perspective on compliance with charity law, employment law, using legal knowledge or by signposting to our external legal support.
- Provide legal perspective on any strategic decisions the board makes, which the board can then pursue formal legal advice on.
- Provide legal perspective on risk related to public campaigning, partnerships and public communications.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
1. Finance Trustee -
- Proven expertise in charity fundraising and financial management.
- Experience of charity finance and fundraising is essential.
- Previous board or trustee experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
2. Community Organising and Campaigning Trustee -
- Understanding of power-building, community organising, or movement strategy (essential).
- Experience in grassroots organising and campaigns, advocacy, or social justice movements.3• Familiarity with political or social justice contexts in the UK.
- Willingness to support youth leadership and work in solidarity with young campaigners.
- Previous board or governance experience is helpful but not essential.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
3. Legal Trustee -
- Qualified legal professional (e.g. solicitor, barrister, legal academic) with UK-based experience.
- Knowledge of charity, or employment law desirable.
- Experience in risk, governance, or compliance, particularly in the charity sector.
- A commitment to social justice and supporting youth organising work.
- Ability to translate legal concepts clearly for non-specialist trustees.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
EXPECTATIONS & ENTITLEMENT
- Attend at least one training programme that we run, so that you understand the work we deliver
- Attend trustee meetings, which are held four times a year in London or virtually, and last between 3 expected to attend at least three each year.
- Participate in one of our sub-committees as may be required by the trustee role.
- Demonstrate commitment to The Advocacy Academy by supporting fundraising efforts.
- Serve for a term of three years and be able to stand for re-election for a further term and possibly two.
- Work with the Chair to review your performance
- Claim reasonable travel and accommodation expenses to attend meetings -4 hours - trustees are expected to attend at least three each year.
- This is an outline of the responsibilities and duties of the Trustee roles, it is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of The Advocacy Academy’s board. Any changes will be made in consultation with the post holders.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply to be our Trustee by sending your CV together with a supporting statement to us. Your supporting statement should explain why you would like to be our Trustee and the contribution you believe you would make to The Advocacy Academy, with particular reference to the specific Trustee role and Requirements above.
DATES
- •Closing Date: The deadline for applications is 7th October 2025 by 9am.
Please note that there will be two rounds of interviews, and we will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received. The application deadline may be brought forward if suitable candidates are identified early.
NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US
We aim to be representative of the community we are working with. We encourage applications from people of colour, those who identify as LGBTQIA, working class as well as disabled people, those living with mental health conditions, refugees and migrants. We welcome people from all identities who are made to feel marginalised.
We’re not just committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we actively celebrate diversity in all its forms. Let us know if we can do anything to make the application or interview process more accessible. If you are invited to interview, we will at that point ask you for any accessibility requirements or preferences.
As an employer we make all reasonable adjustments to support employees in their work if they are disabled or have a health condition. We support the Access to Work scheme which could provide you with financial support to get the help you need to do all tasks successfully. We are happy to facilitate Access to Work assessments and reclaims, and would actively welcome applicants who would need this in order to do the job.
All staff who work on our programme must have, prior to starting work, a returned satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dated no earlier than 1st January 2021. The Advocacy Academy will assist the application for, and pay for the processing of, a new DBS for staff members where required.
We welcome applications from people with convictions. Please disclose in your application if you have any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” (as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re looking to recruit additional trustees to join our board. We want our board to have a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds, so if you think you’re not a typical trustee, then you might be just what we’re looking for!
You don’t need to have had experience of Citizens Advice, or of being a Trustee – just a commitment and enthusiasm to help us shape the work and strategic direction of our forward-thinking charity.
Becoming a Trustee will give you the opportunity to gain experience in leadership, governance and strategy and is a great way to give something back to your local community – some employers may even give you time off to volunteer for a local charity.
Citizens Advice Winchester District provides free advice to over 5,000 local people each year, many of whom are in desperate or challenging situations and have nowhere else to turn.
To help people overcome their problems and uphold their rights through advice, support and campaigning, ultimately creating a fairer society for all.
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An exciting opportunity to join the board of a growing and highly valued local charity, which supports the wellbeing of the 9000 residents of Park Wood, a deprived community based on the outskirts of Maidstone
Fusion Maidstone is a charity working at the intersection of health inequality and social exclusion. We support communities disproportionately affected by poor health outcomes — including people facing poverty, discrimination, isolation, and barriers to healthcare. Our mission is to challenge inequality, promote wellbeing, and ensure everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy, connected life.
We are seeking new trustees who share our passion for equality, inclusion, and social justice. As a trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction of our organisation, ensuring strong governance, and supporting our mission.
What We’re Looking For:
You don’t need previous board experience — we’re more interested in your commitment, perspective, and willingness to contribute. We're particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience in areas such as:
- Public health or community health
- Mental health or social care
- Finance, legal, or charity governance
- Lived experience of health inequality or social exclusion
- Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)
- Community organising, activism, or grassroots leadership
- Communications, fundraising, or digital engagement
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are especially keen to include voices that reflect the diverse community we serve.
What’s Involved:
- Attend around 6 board meetings per year and our AGM
- Join occasional working groups or provide advice in your area of expertise
- Champion our values and help guide the strategic direction of the charity
Why Join Us?
- Influence real, lasting change in health and social outcomes
- Be part of a values-led team dedicated to inclusion and empowerment
- Gain or develop experience in leadership and nonprofit governance
Please send a short expression of interest (and a CV if available) Tell us a bit about who you are, what motivates you, and what you could bring to the role.
If you need this information in a different format or would like support to apply, just get in touch.
To promote the health, education, recreational opportunity, self improvement and community support capacity of residents in Park Wood.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you have experience in Fundraising?
Connection Support are seeking a Trustee that will support us in our vision of being a thought-leader in the prevention of homelessness, mental ill-health, and leading innovative services that prevent crises from happening.
About us
At Connection Support, our team of staff and volunteers work alongside people to overcome life’s challenges. We do this through our values of empowerment, collaboration, compassion and taking a personalised approach in all aspects of our work.
We believe in a future where people are free from crisis, and effective prevention is the key. But for times when crises do happen, we’ll be there to help every step of the way.
About the role
The trustee will support the board, the CEO and wider senior team with advice, guidance and sharing their experiences specifically related to:
· Supporting the team and wider charity to achieve our fundraising goals.
· Supporting and encouraging the fundraising team in their work.
· Ensuring that our fundraising activities are in line with organisational values and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
· Help develop a fundraising culture across the organisation.
· Share your knowledge and expertise to enhance our fundraising efforts and maximise the effectiveness of our activities.
This is an exciting time to join Connection Support as we start to see the impact of our Prevention first strategy.
Time commitment
The anticipated time commitment for a Trustee is up to a day a month. Approximately 2-3 hours per month in person, and then 2-3 hours of supporting with projects which can be from home.
Trustee positions are not paid but travel and subsistence expenses are reimbursed.
About you.
Our values are extremely important to us, so it is essential that your personal values align with ours, and you are passionate and motivated by the impact you can have by being part of Connection Support. We would also like you to have the following;
· A diverse range of experience in fundraising and charitable income generation at strategic and operational levels, (e.g., instance trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, regular donors and legacy giving).
·Knowledge of the fundraising landscape and the challenges facing medium-sized, regional charities in securing funds.
Previous experience is not necessary as we provide a full induction. We pair new Trustees with an experienced member and offer training opportunities to Board members.
How to apply
On application we will email you and request the following:
· We want to know why you’re interested in becoming a trustee. Please send us a cover letter or email telling is why you want to join the Board of Trustees, and your experience as outlined above. If you would like to share your experiences with us in a different way, please let us know and we are happy to support.
· We want to know more about you! Please send us an up to date CV of your career history, key responsibilities and achievements. If you do not have a CV, you can send us an email with a summary of your experience.
· We need to know what others say about you. Please send us two professional references(only contacted with prior consent). If you have any difficulty with references, please contact us and we can discuss alternatives with you.
Interviews
Interviews will be held as suitable people apply, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early.
If you are interested in finding out more about the opportunity and would like to discuss the role informally, please email us and we will arrange a chat with our CEO Chris Keating or our Chair of the Board Emma Duke.
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!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you want to use your skills to help ensure a local charity is financially strong, transparent, and forward-thinking?
Home-Start Barnet, Brent and Harrow is seeking a new Treasurer to join our committed Board of Trustees. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and sustainability of a growing, values-led organisation that supports hundreds of families each year.
You don’t need to be a qualified accountant – just someone with good financial awareness, an eye for detail, and a desire to help shape our future.
What You’ll Do
As Treasurer, you’ll play a key role in the charity’s success by:
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Overseeing our finances – ensuring we are financially healthy and legally compliant
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Working with our CEO and Accountant – to review budgets, financial plans and monthly reports
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Supporting the board – by explaining financial information in an accessible way and guiding strategic decisions
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Chairing our Finance Subcommittee – held once every 12 weeks
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Ensuring good financial governance – making sure systems are in place for managing our income and spending
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Helping plan for sustainability – offering insight into full-cost recovery, funding gaps and long-term planning
Who We’re Looking For
We’re open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds – you may be a retired finance professional, someone in a leadership or strategic role, or looking for a first trustee position with a cause that matters to you.
You’ll ideally bring:
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Financial literacy and confidence with numbers
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Experience managing budgets, interpreting accounts or overseeing finances
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Strategic thinking, sound judgement, and a collaborative style
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An interest in supporting families and giving children the best start in life
Previous experience as a trustee is helpful but not essential.
If you have questions about the role and would like to have an informal conversation, please contact us and we would be happy to arrange a call.
To apply, provide your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than one A4 page) that sets out why you are interested in this role and highlights the experiences and qualities you believe make you suitable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Our Board – Become a Trustee at Coventry Citizens Advice
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Coventry Citizens Advice is looking for new trustees to help guide our vital work supporting over 13,000 people each year.
This is a unique opportunity to use your skills to influence positive change, support strategic direction, and help shape services for those most in need.
No previous trustee experience required — just commitment, good judgement, and a desire to help others. We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in HR, legal, fundraising or research & campaigns.
Time commitment: 5–7 hours/month | Meetings held in the evenings
Apply by: 31 August 2025
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Become a trustee for your local Mind in Wales
Mind, the mental health charity and national organisation provides information, advice and support to anyone experiencing poor mental health. Minds also campaigns to improve services, change policy, raise awareness and promote understanding of mental health.
Mind Cymru is Mind in Wales. We aim to make sure everyone in Wales has access to the mental health information, support and services they need. We are here to make sure no-one in Wales faces a mental health problem alone.
We are currently working with our network of 16 local minds in Wales to recruit new trustees. Local Minds provide support and services at the heart of their communities, reaching almost 37,000 people a year in Wales.
Trustees are our most senior leaders. They set our strategic direction, make sure we are using our resources effectively and ensure we are having the greatest possible impact on our community. As part of a federated structure, trustees are expected to undertake duties in a manner that reflects Mind’s values and ethos.
We are looking for dedicated, empathetic and ambitious candidates to help make our mission a reality and lead us closer towards our ultimate ambition: a society where everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect.
As a trustee you will:
- Think strategically and creatively.
- Lead the organisation towards fully achieving its commitment and ambition.
- Scrutinise the impact we’re having.
- Communicate clearly and sensitively in large group discussions.
- Use independent judgement to make decisions on behalf of the organisation. Be committed to our mission, vision and values.
Diversity is critical for a board to be effective, enabling varied discussions and active debate and decision making so that together we can have the greatest impact. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems and from all ethnic, socio-economic, religious and professional and personal backgrounds. Whether you’re an experienced trustee or taking your first steps into governance, if you have the commitment, values, and skills, we want to hear from you!
As a trustee, you will receive:
- Induction and training into the role.
- Opportunities to develop new skills.
- An annual appraisal to help support your development.
Time commitment
The trustee role is voluntary with expenses paid and a typical commitment of approximately 4-8 hours per month. Six board meetings per year take place -both in person or virtually via video conference. Plese note these numbers are a guide and may vary between local Minds.
To Apply
Below is a list of the local Minds in Wales who are currently recruiting. Please contact them for follow up information and a guide to their process please follow the link to their local Mind website.
· Brecon & District Mind
· Caerphilly Borough Mind
· Mind in Gwent
· North East Wales Mind
· Pembrokeshire and Carmarthen Mind
Find out more about the Federation in Wales at our latest impact report HERE and find your nearest local Mind in Wales HERE.
Find out more about being a trustee as part of the Mind Federation
If you would like to find out more about the role of trustee and the support / personal development available to you contact Stuart Thomason
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The Ark Gedling is a Christian charity that exists for the prevention and relief of poverty and hardship; it is a UK registered charity and a member of Advice UK. It provides a community café, with a range of activities to support community development and mutual support, which operate in conjunction with advice sessions, so that local people receive expert advice alongside compassionate community support and empowerment. It works in close partnership with other charities and with local churches. We are excited to announce we are recruoting new trustees to support the project into a new phase in our 20-year history.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Arthritis Action is a registered charity, and company limited by guarantee, whose directors are the members of the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees is the ultimate decision-making body of Arthritis Action, and most of the Board also serve as members of committees or working groups which report to the Board. The Board of Trustees is committed to continually improving its governance of the Charity, and meets as a whole on a minimum of four occasions in each calendar year. For efficient operational purposes, the Board of Trustees is also sub-divided into two working Committees - the Finance & Risk Committee and the Remuneration & Nominations Committee. We are currently looking for Trustees with access to an established professional network, who can advise our growing organisation and support the delivery of our exciting strategy.
In particular, we would welcome new Trustees with the following areas of expertise:
- Charity Fundraising & Income Generation
- Law
- Accountancy
- IT & cybersecurity in the charity sector or small business
- Professional experience in the NHS We would particularly like to hear from individuals from under-represented or diverse groups
The role of the Trustee is to:
- Ensure that:
- you understand Arthritis Action’s purpose and that you are able to explain how all of its activities are intended to further or support its purpose;
- the Charity pursues its purposes and objectives, as defined in its Articles of Association, and does not apply its resources on activities which are beyond the scope of its purposes and objectives;
- the Charity complies with charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations;
- a high standard of governance is maintained at all times;
- the Charity complies with statutory accounting and reporting requirements and is appropriately accountable to members, the Charity Commission and other stakeholders;
- the Charity’s values, principles and good name are upheld in the delivery of its purposes and objectives.
- Act in the best interests of the Charity, its members and its stakeholders at all times, and either avoid or declare potential conflicts of interest.
- Work with fellow Trustees to:
- set the Charity’s overarching vision;
- shape and drive the Charity’s strategy; and o ensure that the Charity remains focussed on achieving its strategy by setting targets and evaluating performance against these targets.
- Devote sufficient time to prepare for and participate fully in board meetings, committees or ad hoc working groups.
- Contribute actively in leadership and decision making of the Charity, by making balanced and adequately informed decisions with due regard to the long term as well as the short term.
- Ensure efficient and effective management and administration of the Charity, including establishing internal accountability and making sure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place.
- Safeguard the Charity’s assets and resources and ensure the financial stability of the Charity.
- Use any specific skills, knowledge or experience you have to help the Board of Trustees reach quick and sound decisions by leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, or other issues in which you have expertise.
- Maintain confidentiality in respect of all sensitive information.
- Identify and manage risks with a considered, proportionate and balanced approach.
- Appoint and support Arthritis Action’s Chief Executive and monitor their performance.
- Promote the work of Arthritis Action externally.
Arthritis Action is a UK charity helping people with arthritis to live fuller lives with less pain.




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MhIST is an innovative, user-led mental health charity in Bolton. We're looking for some new Trustees due to a couple of long-serving Trustees recently stepping down due to personal and work commitments
Our trustees play an important role in ensuring that MhIST achieves its core purpose. Trustees oversee the overall management and administration of the charity to ensure that our work, goals and actions are in line with our vision. Trustees act as a critical friend to the business, supporting and often challenging, where necessary, to make sure that all decisions put the needs of MhIST’s members (service users).
To deliver a friendly, safe and positive environment for people with mental health problems. Giving people the skills and tools to self-manage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Manchester Relief in Need CIO are looking for new Trustees to join their Board of Trustees. Manchester Relief in Need CIO is a registered charity (charity number 1197146) resulting from a merger of four charities in December 2021.
The Charity provides grants to both individuals in need or local charities who provide services within the Manchester area.
We are now looking to appoint new Trustees to join the current Board of Trustees. We would particularly welcome people from a support worker background or who are working with people in need at a grass roots level.
This is an opportunity for you to:
- Join a respected local charity trust
- Make a positive impact for people in your local area
- Gain valuable board experience and develop your analytical and strategy skills
The time commitment would be 12 meetings per year, plus report reading and preparation time for each meeting.. In addition, Trustees work on subgroups for specific pieces of work and undertake visits from time to time to organisations they support.
To apply please provide a copy of your CV along with a supporting statement as to why you wish to be considered as a Trustee referring to the Trustee Role Profile.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you help improve the lives of older people across Wales?
Age Cymru is seeking three new trustees to join our passionate and highly skilled board. Whether you're an experienced trustee or considering your first board role, we’d love to hear from you.
As the national charity for older people in Wales, Age Cymru works to ensure that older people are valued, included, and empowered to shape the decisions that affect their lives. We deliver trusted advice, support, and services, and use our insight to influence policies that matter.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re particularly interested in individuals with skills or experience in:
- Communications
- Marketing
- Fundraising or income generation
- Law
- Government
- Business
We particularly welcome applications from:
- Welsh speakers
- People living in North and Mid Wales
- Individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds
Your perspective and lived experience can help us broaden representation and deepen our impact.
What You’ll Gain
As a trustee, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Shape the direction of a national charity and improve the lives of older people in Wales
- Receive induction and training, and develop new skills in charity governance
- Use your expertise, connections, and insights to create new opportunities for Age Cymru
- Be part of a dedicated, collaborative team driving positive change
Commitment
- Four board meetings per year, plus a two-day strategy meeting in November
- Meetings are held online or in person on weekdays
- Preparation includes reading board papers in advance
- Many trustees also contribute through committee work
Apply Now
Deadline: 12 Noon, 30 September 2025
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A wnewch chi helpu i wella bywydau pobl hŷn ledled Cymru?
Mae Age Cymru’n chwilio am dri ymddiriedolwr newydd i ymuno â’n bwrdd brwdfrydig a medrus. Rydyn ni’n awyddus i glywed gan ymddiriedolwyr profiadol a phobl sy’n chwilio am eu rôl gyntaf fel aelod bwrdd.
Age Cymru yw’r elusen genedlaethol ar gyfer pobl hŷn yng Nghymru, ac rydyn ni’n gweithio i sicrhau bod pobl hŷn yn cael eu gwerthfawrogi, eu cynnwys a’u grymuso i ddylanwadu ar benderfyniadau sy’n effeithio ar eu bywydau. Rydyn ni’n darparu cyngor, cefnogaeth a gwasanaethau dibynadwy, ac yn defnyddio ein profiad i ddylanwadu ar bolisïau.
Pa fath o berson ydyn ni’n chwilio amdano?
Rydyn ni’n chwilio am unigolyn sydd â sgiliau neu brofiad o:
- Cyfathrebu
- Marchnata
- Codi arian a chynhyrchu incwm
- Y gyfraith
- Llywodraeth
- Busnes
Rydyn ni’n croesawu ceisiadau gan:
- Siaradwyr Cymraeg
- Pobl sy’n byw yng Ngogledd a Chanolbarth Cymru
- Pobl o gefndiroedd ethnig lleiafrifol
Bydd eich safbwynt a’ch profiad bywyd yn ein helpu ni i ehangu ein cynrychiolaeth a chryfhau ein heffaith.
Beth fyddwch chi’n elwa?
Fel ymddiriedolwr, byddwch chi’n cael cyfle i:
- Lunio cyfeiriad elusen genedlaethol a gwella bywydau pobl hŷn yng Nghymru
- Derbyn cyfnod sefydlu a hyfforddiant, a datblygu sgiliau newydd mewn llywodraethant elusen
- Defnyddio eich arbenigedd, cysylltiadau, a phrofiadau er mwyn creu cyfleoedd newydd ar gyfer Age Cymru
- Bod yn rhan o dîm ymroddedig, cydweithredol sy’n creu newidiadau cadarnhaol
Ymrwymiad
- Pedwar cyfarfod y flwyddyn, a chyfarfod strategaeth dros gyfnod o ddau ddiwrnod ym mis Tachwedd
- Cynhelir cyfarfodydd ar-lein neu wyneb yn wyneb rhwng dydd Llun a dydd Gwener
- Mae’r gwaith paratoi’n cynnwys darllen papurau bwrdd o flaen llaw
- Mae nifer o ymddiriedolwyr yn cyfrannu gwaith pwyllgor
Ymgeisiwch nawr
Dyddiad cau: 12 Canol dydd, 30 Medi 2025
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Are you passionate about communities and the voluntary sector? Do you want to use your skills, experience or lived insight to help strengthen and support Hampshire’s VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) sector? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Action Hampshire is currently recruiting new trustees to join our engaged and committed Board. This is an exciting opportunity to help guide the strategic direction of a well-respected organisation that works at the heart of community support across Hampshire.
We’re proud to be two years into delivering an ambitious 3-year strategy focused on:
- Building a sustainable future
- Strengthening our identity and voice
- Fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace
- Becoming more digitally smart and connected
As a Trustee, you’ll play a vital role in helping us achieve these goals and ensuring we stay true to our mission and values.
Whether you’re an experienced Trustee or completely new to the role, what matters most to us is your enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to supporting communities. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with a range of experiences and backgrounds—including younger people, people from minoritised groups, and those with lived experience of the challenges our communities face.
You don’t need to know everything from day one—we’ll support you with an induction, ongoing learning, and a friendly, collaborative Board environment.
Our number one requirement is simply a commitment to Action Hampshire’s mission and values. But we would also like you to have the following:
- A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort planning how the charity will deliver its charitable purpose
- Good, independent judgement
- An ability to think creatively
- A willingness to speak your mind, but listen to the views of others
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a Trustee (we can help you to understand that better – just ask us)
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
We work collaboratively in support of strong, connected and equitable communities.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Romsey charity looking for volunteer Trustees – do you have some time to spare to support this long-established and well-known local cancer support charity?
Romsey Cancer Support Centre (Jane Scarth House and Jane’s Charity Shop) is looking to appoint two Trustees. Applications from people with experience in finance and fundraising are specifically welcomed. We would be looking for someone to start as soon as convenient and to serve for an initial term of 3 years.
All the information about our charity and what is involved in being a Trustee with us can be found in our Information Pack.
If you are interested, have questions or would like to know a bit more about what is involved then please contact Bridget Brook by email giving your email and phone number and we will arrange to have a call or meet up.
This recruitment round does not have a closing date and we will be interviewing and appointing as we receive applications.
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We believe this is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a strongly held belief in the benefits that empowering leadership skills can have in shaping the future of the next generation.
We are looking for individuals that can promote our cause and are willing to share their personal and professional experience and insights as part of the collaborative decision-making of our Board of Trustees.
We are committed to diversity in the workplace through a workforce that reflects the population and communities we work with across the UK.
Our board of Trustees is currently under-represented by individuals with black, asian, and ethnically diverse heritage in addition to people aged under 30 years of age.
As such, we would welcome applicants with these backgrounds to support our aim of a nationally representative organisation workforce.
Knowledge, skills and experience
While we are interested in the person, we are looking for individuals with specific skills and experience in one, some, or all of the following areas:
o Working with primary and/or secondary schools, colleges, and/or youth-development organisations.
o Working in or with Awarding Organisations.
An understanding or experience of financial oversight is considered desirable but not essential.
Trustee commitment and responsibilities
All Trustee positions are voluntary with reasonable expenses remunerated.
To be an effective Trustee, you will need to commit approximately 1-2 days per quarter to attend and prepare for board meetings which are generally held virtually.
Members of our Audit, Risk and Compliance committee additionally meet two weeks before each board meeting for finance and regulation focused discussions with the Executive team.
Effective Trustees support our work by:
· Ensuring we are working towards our vision, mission and values in everything we do.
· Supporting strategic decision-making by actively contributing advice, guidance, and opinion in the pursuit of the organisation’s objectives.
· Constructively guide the Executive in the delivery of the organisation’s strategy.
· Actively represent and champion the work of the Leadership Skills Foundation.
· Maintaining proper financial and regulatory oversight promoting best practice as a Charity to ensure our sustainability and longevity.
Our values
Created in collaboration with the Leadership Skills Foundation team, our cultural values are our ways of working that we expect in all aspects of our interaction with each other and with our delivery centres, tutors, partners, and learners.
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We are better together
Together, we do great things. Collaboration, belonging and individuality aren’t just buzzwords to us; they’re deeply held commitments in the way we work. As we solve problems together, we make sure everyone feels listened to and valued.
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We are guided by goals
Every initiative we developed is guided by clear aims. From giving young people the confidence to achieve, to bringing major change to communities, all our goals are significant and focused on improvement.
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We evolve and innovate
As the world changes, so do the opportunities and challenges of the people we support. As different times call for different skills, we are brave enough to be different and to innovate to be fit for the future.
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We have pride in our programmes
We never forget how valuable everyone’s future is. That’s why we go above and beyond to deliver high-quality trustworthy and regulated programmes.
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