Finance Trustee Volunteer Roles

Are you passionate about mental health support and peer advocacy? Do you possess financial expertise and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others? If so, we invite you to become our Treasurer/Finance Trustee at The Anthony Seddon Fund!

At The Anthony Seddon Fund, we are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to connect, share experiences, and receive peer-driven mental health support. Our mission is to empower individuals on their journey towards mental wellness, and as Treasurer/Finance Trustee, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of our organisation.

Why Join Us?

· Meaningful Impact: Your financial oversight will directly contribute to the continued growth and effectiveness of our peer support programmes, positively impacting the lives of those we serve.

· Flexible Commitment: With an approximate time commitment of 8-10 hours per month, this role offers flexibility to accommodate your schedule while still making a significant difference in our organisation.

· Collaborative Environment: Work alongside dedicated peers and volunteers who share your passion for mental health advocacy and support.

Key Responsibilities

· Financial Management: Oversee the financial operations of The Anthony Seddon Fund, including budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal planning.

· Budget Oversight: Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and monitor annual budgets, ensuring alignment with our mission and strategic goals.

· Fundraising Support: Assist in developing fundraising strategies and initiatives to support our programmes and services, including grant applications and donor stewardship.

· Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices for nonprofit organisations, providing guidance on financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications

· Financial Expertise: Demonstrated experience in financial management, accounting, or related fields.

· Commitment: Willingness to dedicate approximately 8-10 hours per month to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.

· Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with fellow trustees, staff, and volunteers.

· Passion for Mental Health: A genuine commitment to our mission of promoting mental wellness and peer support.

How to Apply

If you are ready to contribute your financial expertise to support our peer-driven mental health initiatives, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest outlining your relevant experience and why you are passionate about joining our team.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges! Together, we can create a community of support and empowerment.

Are you passionate about providing a world where every child can learn grow and flourish? Are you looking for an opportunity to help you grow your leadership skills? 

What will you be doing?

Our current Treasurer will complete their service as a trustee in March 2025. We are looking to appoint a new Trustee with demonstrable experience of strategic financial leadership, and ideally a professional background in accountancy, who can help to fulfil this role. 

The Finance Lead  will chair our Finance Committee and oversee our financial strategy, including the audit process and the  production of our Annual Report and Accounts. 

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Commitment to the mission and ethos of the Winch 
• It is important that ALL our Trustees share the charity’s values, including our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
• Demonstrable ability to operate strategically 
• Ability to work well in a team and through consensus
• Great communications and leadership skills 
• Understanding of the responsibilities of a trustee 
• A strong interest in and commitment to the wellbeing of children and young people 
• Able to commit the time needed to fulfil the duties of a trustee 
• Networks which they are willing to access to advance the mission of the Winch

Desirable 

• Previous experience of working to or with a governance Board

Further information

This is a voluntary role. The time commitment includes the following on average:

• Prepare for and attend at least four full Board meetings a year 
• Prepare for and attend an annual away day or two half-days
• Prepare for and attend occasional meetings or contribute to time-limited trustee working groups 
• Be available for advice and support to the executive team on specific issues in which a trustee has particular expertise

As well as the full Board, we have a Finance Committee and an HR & Governance Committee, which you would be welcome to join should you be successful in your application. Both committees meet four times a year.

Trustees are also encouraged to spend time engaging with the work of the Winch. 

All trustees are required to complete an enhanced DBS check and a Fit and Proper Person check.

What difference will you make?

Your life experience, knowledge, and skills are invaluable to ensure that we can continue to fulfil our mission.

As a trustee, you'll play a crucial role within The Winch team by:

• Setting our direction and purpose
• Promoting and consistently acting in the best interests of our charity
• Facilitating connections with our communities
• Providing support to our dedicated staff who manage and run the charity

What we’re looking for

When recruiting trustees, we are looking for those who are:

• Able to represent and speak for the Winch
• Able to offer constructive challenges and think creatively
• Passionate and committed to our mission, vision and values

Before you apply

How to apply

Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our additional application form.

Please ensure that your application is submitted by 9 am on Monday, 27th May. If you encounter any difficulties or have questions regarding the submission process.

Time frame

Either: 11th June between 4-7pm or1 7th June between 4-7pm or 19th June between 4-7pm.

Oxfordshire Youth

Oxfordshire Youth is a boundary-breaking youth development charity, passionate about creating a future for and with young people that gives them the best possible opportunity to realise their potential. Oxfordshire Youth supports the youth sector across the county, working with grassroots leaders; it delivers innovative youth leadership programmes; and it provides a transformational supported accommodation service for young people. In everything it does, OY aims to meet the needs and aspirations of young people. All the charity’s work is grounded in best practice safeguarding and youth work principles and practice.

Charity Trustees

The Charities Act 1993 defined charity trustees as those responsible under the charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity. This is the case regardless of the terminology used to describe the role. The trustee board at Oxfordshire Youth usually comprises up to twelve trustees, although there is no formal limit on the number of trustees, including the following roles:

● the Chair of the Board of Trustees

● the Deputy Chair and CEO Line-Manager

● the Treasurer and Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Sub-Committee

● the Safeguarding Lead and Chair of the Safeguarding,Quality and Impact Sub-Committee the People and Development Lead and Staff Liaison Trustee

The Role of the Board

At its most fundamental the role of the trustee board is to receive assets from donors, safeguard them and apply them to the charitable purposes of Oxfordshire Youth. The trustee board must always act in the best interests of Oxfordshire Youth, exercising the same standard of duty of care that a prudent person would apply if looking after the affairs of someone for whom they have responsibility. Trustees are ultimately and legally responsible for everything Oxfordshire Youth does. Trustees fulfil this responsibility by agreeing the strategy, agreeing organisational policies and implementing appropriate monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure and evidence compliance. Trustees appoint the CEO and, on recommendation by the CEO, appoint the Senior Leadership Team to manage all operational matters and the operational team in line with the approved strategy, policies and control mechanisms.

Duties of a Trustee

The statutory duties of a trustee are:

● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth complies with its Articles of Association, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations

● Ensure that Oxfordshire Youth pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association

● Ensure Oxfordshire Youth applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. For example, it must not spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be

● Contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving firm strategic direction to Oxfordshire Youth, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets

● Safeguard the good name and values of Oxfordshire Youth

● Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organization

● Ensure the financial stability of Oxfordshire Youth

● Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation’s funds

● Appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor performance

In addition to the statutory duties listed above, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, identifying key issues, asking difficult questions and providing advice and guidance on new initiatives. Trustees must ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.

Treasurer Role Purpose

To provide high level oversight of the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.

Key Responsibilities

● Attend bi-monthly Trustee meetings; chair bi-monthly Finance. Audit and Risk (FAR) Sub-committee meetings and report to the Board on financial matters. The first point of contact on the Board for any matters relating to Finance.

● Work with the Head of Finance, CEO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and other Trustees to ensure the financial viability of the organisation.

● Support fellow Trustees to be aware of their financial obligations and take a lead in interpreting financial data to them.

● To have oversight of accounting policies, procedures, processes and record keeping including advising on best practice.

● Appraising the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies.

● Sign off annually on the organisation budget and annual accounts.

● Lead on appointing auditors

● Work with Finance Lead, EO, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee members and trustees to set the financial strategy for the organisation.

Time Commitment

Trustees are expected to attend an induction session at Oxfordshire Youth prior to their first board meeting. Trustees are expected to attend the six annual board meetings, five of which last approximately three hours (typically 6-9pm). One meeting is an annual strategic planning board away-day or residential held each year. Papers, proposals and reports are distributed one week in advance of meetings. The Treasurer will also Chair the FAR sub-committee sub-committee which means 6 times a year for 2 hours.

Trustee Role Boundaries

Trustees in a decision-making capacity:

● As a board of trustees

● As a sub-committee

● Chair - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings with quorum of three, where necessary

● CEO Line Manager - delegated authority by the board to make decisions between board meetings where necessary

 Trustee roles outside of the above decision-making capacity:

Advisory role (i.e. offering advice in an area of expertise). In this capacity the Trustee is acting as Trustee but, as noted above, does not have decision-making capacity in their own right.

Volunteer role (i.e. participating in an operational working group). Here the Trustee is subject to the decision-making of the operational team-member who is in a position of authority. As a volunteer the Trustee is at liberty to withdraw.

Observer role (i.e. attending an OY workshop for young people or observing OY work). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee but have no role beyond observing or information gathering for the purposes of strengthening their own understanding and / or board-level decision-making.

Champion role (i.e. spreading the message about the work of OY). In this capacity they are acting as a Trustee, helping to build the profile of the work of OY, with no decision making, but with the view of creating a positive image and sign-posting people to OY.

Who we are looking for

As a Treasurer, you will have:

● Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising and finance practice relevant to voluntary and community organisations.

● Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (as necessary).

● Good financial analysis skills.

● Experience of advising others on financial matters, and being prepared to challenge

Each trustee should have:

● A commitment to the mission of Oxfordshire Youth

● A willingness to meet the minimum time requirement

● An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship

● Strategic and forward-looking vision in relation to the charity’s objects and aims

● Independent judgement, political impartiality, an ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak their mind

● Good communication and interpersonal skills including a willingness to use tact and diplomacy to challenge and constructively criticise

● Integrity

Oxfordshire Youth (OY) recruits outstanding talent to ensure we provide outstanding programmes services to the young people of Oxfordshire and the organisations who serve them. We are committed to creating a team of people that make diversity and inclusion the normal. Oxfordshire Youth are actively seeking to recruit candidates from Global Ethnic Majority backgrounds, and from candidates who may consider themselves to have lived experiences in the areas in which they work.

Oxfordshire Youth offers Trustees robust training to support them to succeed in their role and to broaden their knowledge on the youth sector, and other relevant issues.

Coventry Cathedral is a living breathing space which welcomes worshippers, tourists, audiences and school children daily from near and far, either visiting or looking for a place of sanctuary. We have daily worship, and events taking place all year round, a busy tourist offer and a thriving education programme. All these activities are housed in the building coined the “new cathedral” built in 1962. The Cathedral is also custodian of its predecessor- a 12th century building, destroyed and ruined in the Blitz during Nov 1940. The site and story have risen to international recognition, becoming a symbol and example of reconciliation.

During 2023 the Cathedral (along with other English cathedrals) became a registered charity. This has seen changes made to our governance and this requires reinforcement and support as new processes become our normal way of working.

The Finance, Audit & Risk Committee (FAR) is a sub-committee of the Chapter (the board of trustees), and the chairperson of FAR is a member of Chapter. The committee has a membership of five non-executives, and meetings are attended ex-officio by the Dean of Coventry, the Chief Operating Officer, and the Chief Financial Officer.

In order to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the committee, members should be able to operate at a senior and strategic level, with experience of working (either paid or voluntarily) in an organisation at least at a middle management level.  The ability to deal with figures and understand financial implications of decisions is essential, as is the ability constructively to challenge plans, reports and outline business cases before they progress for decision to Chapter as required. 

FAR Committee schedules 10 meetings per year, but may meet less frequently with monthly reporting being provided by the finance team each month. Meetings usually last 1.5 – 2 hours. Members may be asked to assist with more time, for example when new auditors are due to be appointed, or when a challenging financial or audit issue emerges.

From an analysis of existing committee members, the Nominations Committee has identified the following skills and qualities as being really valuable to bring into the committee.  If you do not have these specifically, we would still be interested to hear from you as the make-up of the group will continue to change and different skills may come to the fore.

· External audit

· Accounting

We are seeking a Trustee Treasurer to help to manage our finances and investments, as well as being involved in strategic decision-making and grant giving.

Trustee Treasurer

The Lipman Miliband Trust funds socialist research and education as well as “educational activities that raise public awareness and understanding of struggles and movements for peace, human rights and a more equal, diverse co-operative and democratic society.”

The Trust was established by socialist businessman Michael Lipman in 1974 and academic Ralph Miliband until his death in 1994. Information about the Trust’s history can be found here, and examples of projects and organisations we have supported in recent years can be found here and here. We are celebrating fifty years of the Trust’s existence this year – and looking forward to the next 50!

Having benefited from a significant increase in resources in recent years we have started on an exciting new phase of our development that has meant increasing staff support and expanding our outreach, fund-raising and grant-giving activities. We are currently a Board of ten trustees and we are now seeking a Trustee Treasurer who shares our values and our belief in the vital importance of socialist education.

About the role

You will work with our Trust Coordinator as well as external advisors and accountants in helping to manage our finances and investments, and be a member of our Governance and Finance Working Group. Our finances and investments are critical to the success of our work so we are looking for someone with experience of financial management and/or accounting, as well as some level of experience in understanding and/or managing investments. This is a voluntary, unpaid post, but we are happy to pay for appropriate additional training and there will be a lot of support from the Trust Coordinator and other trustees. 

Being a Trustee is a significant commitment and responsibility, but it is also hugely rewarding. The role will require you to attend each of our four Trustee meetings a year, and to participate in regular online meetings of the Finance & Governance Working Group. You will be part of strategic decision-making about the Trust, contribute towards the Trust’s governance and take part in decisions about grant awards.

We are based in different locations around the country and most of our work is conducted online, however we aim to meet in-person as a Board at least twice a year.

• ROLE TITLE:             Trustee of the Board of Directors
• SPECIALISM:            Finance / Treasurer  
• LOCATION:               Grimsby 
• HOURS OF WORK:4 - 6 hours per month.
• MEETINGS:               6 Board Meetings and 6 Sub-Committee Meetings per year.   

All Trustees are expected to make an active and dynamic contribution to the Board, the organisation and to supporting our work. Trustees have wide-ranging skills, knowledge, and experience appropriate to governance and strategy.

The overall role of the Treasurer is to maintain an overview of the Charity’s affairs, our strategic planning and to provide guidance to help ensure financial viability and support the requirements underpinning proper financial governance and procedures.

This key role will provide assurance to the Board that the financial resources of YMCA Humber meet its present and future needs, working with the CEO to ensure the Charity complies with relevant legislations, through efficient administration and best practice in good governance.

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Strategic vision, and a solid understanding and acceptance of the legal responsibilities of Trusteeship.
• Financial or accountancy experience. 
• Good independent judgment, and a high level of credibility within the community.
• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to the work of the Charity.
• Open and transparent approach.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Knowledge of Charity finance or housing association finance.
• Skills to analyse proposals and examine the financial consequences.

It should be noted that the focus of this Trustee role is strategic, and the Treasurer will not be managing the organisation’s finances on a day-to-day basis; however, regular contact and liaison with the Chief Executive Officer and Head of Finance is expected.

Kiplin Hall and Gardens in North Yorkshire is recruiting Trustees to join the friendly and dedicated Board which oversees the management of this intriguing Jacobean house.  The house was built in the 1620s for George Calvert, Secretary of State to James I and founder of the US state of Maryland. A member of the Historic Houses Association, the Hall and Gardens are open to visitors and we welcome over 30,000 visitors each year. We are currently creating a new Welcome Centre with improved retail and catering for our visitors which will open in Spring 2025. . With the support of National Lottery Heritage Fund, we are further enhancing the service and experience offered to visitors, to ensure Kiplin is sustainable and resilient for the future.

We are particularly seeking Trustees with skills and experience in finance, visitor operations, legal and curatorial to help oversee the continued development of the Hall and Gardens.  We are looking to grow our Board of Trustees to help guide us through an exciting period of change and transition. 

Our aim is to develop and broaden the diversity of our Board of Trustees, ensuring we have a variety of perspectives and backgrounds and are particularly interested in receiving local applications. If you are interested in becoming a Trustee at Kiplin Hall, you can find out more about the role on our website. The deadline for applications is 2 June  and interviews will be held on  at Kiplin Hall on 11 June 2024. 

Would you be willing to volunteer your time and expertise to join the Hospice as a trustee member of our Board of Trustees?  Garden House Hospice Care’s Trustee Recruitment Initiative aims to identify and encourage people who want to help make a difference to those in our community affected by life-limiting illnesses.

We are looking for new trustees to join our Board who are energetic, talented, and committed people, with good leadership, interpersonal skills, used to being in a people-focused environment, and who can formulate and implement strategy. These opportunities reflect our succession policy which encourages a healthy turnover at Board level.  We believe that this brings new ideas and experiences to the charity and ensures that, in future, we continue to improve in order to provide as much care and support as possible to those who would benefit from our services. We strive to be an inclusive and diverse Board and welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups.

We are looking for people able to take up the role at any time over the coming six months but if you would prefer a later start date, perhaps due to existing commitments, please still apply now. We are particularly keen to attract interest from people with relevant senior experience from the following sectors:

Finance & Accounting: You will have Financial Management/Accounting experience, helping us to maintain an overview of the organisation’s affairs ensuring its financial viability and that proper financial management/records and procedures are maintained.  You will have the skills and expertise to analyse proposals or plans pertaining to the development, growth, or diversification of the organisation and to examine the financial consequences of those proposals/plans.

Clinical: If you have experience as a doctor, nurse, occupational therapist, physiotherapist or any other clinical role we would love to hear from you. 

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, then please see the Role Profile and Information Pack attached.  To register your interest and discuss the role further please complete the expression of interest form by hitting Apply.

In our new Chair, we are looking for someone with leadership experience and board level credentials who can help us strengthen and deepen our reach with stakeholders, communities, and funders. Ideally you will have some professional experience within the third sector or a personal connection with what we do.

However, wherever you are now, you will recognise how significant our organisation is within our community and will share our desire to further strengthen our impact and ensure we continue to be a sustainable provider of services to people with complex needs.

You will be a confident and positive leader and an ambassador on our behalf with the strategic acumen and emotional intelligence to promote our work and vision, and support our Managing Director, and our leadership team

Role Description

Objective

The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for YSS’s mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity. The Chair will also support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Managing Director and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the charity to achieve agreed objectives. He or she will act as an ambassador and the public face of YSS in partnership with the Managing Director.

Principal responsibilities

Strategic leadership

• Provide leadership to YSS and its Board, ensuring that the charity has maximum impact for its

service users.

• Support the Managing Director to lead and manage the organisation well, give regular feedback on performance and conduct an annual appraisal.

• Ensure that Trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of YSS.

• Ensure that the Board operates within its charitable objectives and provides a clear strategic direction for YSS.

• Ensure that the Board is able to regularly review major risks and associated opportunities and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities and manage and mitigate the risks.

• Ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of YSS (in combination with the lead finance Trustee), with systems in place to ensure.

Governance

• Ensure that the governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for YSS and that the Board regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities.

• Develop the knowledge and capability of the Board of Trustees.

• Encourage positive change, where appropriate address and resolve any conflicts within the Board.

• Ensure that the Board of Trustees is regularly refreshed, reflects the wider population and service users of YSS and incorporates the right balance of skills, knowledge and experience needed to govern and lead YSS effectively.

• Work within any agreed policies adopted by YSS.

External Relations

• Act as an ambassador for YSS objectives and mission.

• Act as a spokesperson for YSS when appropriate.

• Represent YSS at external functions, meetings, and events (taking into account time commitments outside of the role).

Relationship with the Managing Director and the wider management team

• To work in partnership and support the Managing Director to ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission, and strategic direction.

• Support the Managing Director, whilst respecting the boundaries which exist between the two roles, ensuring regular contact in an open and supportive way with opportunity for professional development and external professional support when agreed.

Person Specification

In addition to the qualities required of a Trustee of YSS, the Chair must also meet the following requirements:

Personal Qualities

• Personal gravitas and clear leadership style to lead an ambitious charity and communicate a

sincere commitment to the mission and vision of YSS

• Exhibit strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in a

leading role

• Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of YSS (particularly in the sectors and services that YSS cover).

• Ability to foster and promote a collaborative team environment.

• Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours.

Experience - all essential

• Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation

• Successful track record of achievement through their career

• Experience of or appreciation of charity governance (or wider governance) and Civil Society and current issues affecting it, and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees

• Experience of chairing meetings and events and representing organisations externally from public platforms and through effective stakeholder management

Knowledge and Skills - all essential

• Broad knowledge and understanding of the charity sector and current issues affecting it.

• Leadership skills, ability to bring people together.

• A level of financial management and charity finance understanding.

• Good understanding of governance issues (ideally in a charity setting).

Terms of Appointment

Remuneration

The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although reasonable out of

pocket expenses can be claimed.

Location

YSS operates across Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Warwickshire. Our offices are in Blackpole, Worcester.

Time commitment

Between 2 and 3 days per month. The YSS Board currently meet 6 times a year and holds 2 Audit & Risk committee meetings and up to 2 strategy planning days per year. The Chair is also expected to have regular meetings with the Managing Director and may, subject to an individual’s time commitments, represent YSS at essential events. All board members are encouraged to attend YSS events, including visits from our charity Patron and are welcome to make occasional visits to projects to see first-hand the work of YSS, the people supported, staff and volunteers.

The charity’s Chair (and board members) will be elected for an initial term of one year, after which they may be eligible for re-appointment for additional three-year terms, for a maximum of 10-year term.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

YSS is committed to equality of opportunity, supports and encourages underrepresented groups,

and values diversity.

Applications

Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Appointment is subject to eligibility in line with The Charity Commission criteria.

The Access to Justice Foundation is seeking a trustee and honorary treasurer. This role will have a substantial and meaningful impact on our organisation – the new trustee will play an important role in the oversight and strategic execution of our finances and governance during an exciting period of organisational growth and development.

As a member of the Board of Trustees and as its honorary treasurer, you will ensure the charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit and in compliance with its governing document and the law; monitor the financial administration of the charity and authorise key payments; and chair the board’s Governance, Risk and Audit Committee.

We are striving to run an inclusive search process. We believe that diverse identities and experiences will strengthen our Board of Trustees. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities and experiences to apply.

Please download the full applicant pack below.

Harrow Food Bank is part of the Trussell Trust - a network of over 1300 food bank centres in the UK. Between April 2022 and March 2023, food banks provided almost 3 million food supplies to people in crisis. 

Harrow Food Bank requires two Trustees to support the Chair and current members who can support the existing Trustees:

Administrator / Secretary: to lead on all the administrative duties of the food bank and Trustee Board, ensure all meetings are conducted within the legal requirements and a record of all meetings maintained. Key roles & responsibilities:

1. Arrange and communicate dates for all Trustee Meetings, circulating papers in advance

2. Follow up on the agreed actions from meetings and keep an accurate ‘action log’

3. Ensure all stakeholders are informed of the AGM and that the AGM report is submitted to all relevant bodies

Treasurer: to lead on the financial affairs of the foodbank and to ensure that they are conducted within the required legal accounting and good practice conventions. Key roles & responsibilities:

1. Ensure that the Food Bank has proper systems for budgeting, financial controls, insurance and reporting

2. Produce and present regular finance reports for the Trustees Board Meetings

3. Maintain accurate financial records as report in a timely manner to all relevant bodies

**Please Note** - Applicants will need to live in our Branch area East Norfolk.

Registered Charity No.206296

Could you be an RSPCA Trustee?

We are seeking a Finance Trustee/ Retail and Fundraising Trustee/ Marketing Trustee/Health & Safety and a Veterinary Trustee

Are you passionate about animal welfare?
Do you have professional experience that could help shape a local charity?

Here at RSPCA East Norfolk it is our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion. As a trustee you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals in our county. Could you join us?

We need your help...
RSPCA East Norfolk is seeking new trustees to join our Board. 

We welcome applications from anyone who has the desire to make a difference to animals in our county.

We are particularly keen to hear from those who have experience in one of the following areas:

Finance / Investments / Retail /Marketing / Fundraising /Health & Safety / HR
Veterinary 

Trustees are incredible volunteers and play an essential role in helping us carry out our vital animal welfare work every day by managing the affairs of your local RSPCA Branch to promote and provide animal welfare within the branch area.

Being a Trustee is an excellent opportunity to give back and gain skills and experience. As a Trustee of an independent local charity, you’ll have the chance to influence our strategy and development at a time that sees significant growth for us following a recent merger.

We meet on the second Tuesday evening once a month , currently virtually, and have opportunities to be involved in additional projects and committees if you wish. You’ll need to be committed to ensuring good governance, give some time to read papers prior to meetings and keep up-to-date with correspondence about important matters.

If you think you can help, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Volunteer

Care for Veterans is seeking a Trustee with a finance and/or accountancy background, preferably with an ACCA/ICAEW qualification (or equivalent). The successful candidate will join and, in time chair, the Finance & Fundraising Committee.

ABOUT US

Care for Veterans (CfV) was established in 1919 as the Queen Alexandra Hospital Home to care for soldiers returning from World War I with life-changing disabilities. For over 100 years, it has provided long term nursing, rehabilitation, respite and end of life care to Veterans and their families. The 60-bed home has been at Gifford House in Worthing since 1933.

Further information can be found on CfV’s web site.

Job title: Trustee

Job location: Boundary Road, Worthing, BN11 4LJ 

Salary: This is a voluntary position & as such does not pay a salary. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contributing at four board meetings, a strategy offsite and four Finance & Fundraising sub-committee meetings a year. These are usually held during business hours in Worthing.
• Develop a good understanding of CfV’s operations and the environment in which it operates;
• Monitor the performance of CfV in a constructive and inquisitive way;
• Making their time, skills, and experience available to CfV and its executive (in and outside of regular board meetings) and supporting key fundraising events;
• Average time commitment is 12-15 days per year.

OUR TRUSTEES

• Bring a range of diverse professional and real-world experience to the Board;
• Have a strong empathy with the Armed Services community;
• Are articulate communicators with integrity and a strong commitment to CfV’s beneficiaries;
• Are committed to the highest standards of charity governance.
• Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with the opportunity for a further six years on re- appointment. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

ABOUT YOU

• You will have a background and/or qualification in finance or accountancy (ACCA/ICAEW or equivalent preferred). You will have strong commitment to the improving the lives of veterans and the work of CfV.
• Previous trustee experience is not necessary as new trustees will be given support and training. Due to the work of the charity a DBS check and references will be required.
• CfV is committed to encouraging diversity and gender equality throughout the organisation and would encourage applicants who would help broaden the diversity, gender and age demographic of the board.

Closing date: 9am, Friday 7th June 2024

If you would like to receive an Information Pack on how to apply, please send a CV in confidence to Nick Shanks at Harris Hill via the apply button.

For an informal and confidential conversation about the position, please contact Nick.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Would you consider bringing your skills to be a trustee of a charity that is passionate about supporting women and their children to make positive changes in their lives? The opportunity to be a Trustee is open to both those who wish to take their first step into a non-operational strategic management and those with experience of governance.  As well as developing the Charity it will provide personal development opportunities and enhance any CV.

Stepping Stones (Luton) is a charity based in Luton which meet the needs of vulnerable women and their children. Our practitioners  deliver community-based, frontline support to women suffering from drug addiction and substance abuse,  who may have offended or re-offended or be victims of domestic abuse including those in contact with the criminal justice system. Services include women’s group programmes, 1:1 support and counselling and the provision of an Ofsted approved childcare facility.

Our current trustees bring a range of skills and experience to the Board and share their expertise to oversee the development and implementation of our strategic and business plans and the charity’s finances.  We are looking for trustees for the board of Stepping Stones (Luton) board and would welcome either someone who has experience of being a trustee or someone who wants to take their first Trustee role.   We are particularly interested in people with a background in finance, fundraising or social media.  We are keen to improve the balance of diversity and perspective on our board which would reflect both our diverse work force and service users.   Stepping Stones values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds in the skill areas/knowledge highlighted

The board meets 6 times per year with meetings in hybrid form – online and in person from our Luton office. Any ad hoc issues which may arise are dealt with by email correspondence or online meetings