Volunteer Trustee | Plus Importance Project
Plus Importance Project
Date: 4 days ago
City: Bristol
Contract type: Full time
Remote
Plus Importance Project is the UK's first registered charity focused on the + of LGBT+. As a Trustee, you will oversee the management and administration of the charity, ensure we keep to our values, and contribute to our strategic direction.
What difference will you make?
As the UK’s first registered charity with a focus on the + of LGBT+, we aim to create a world where those who identify fully or partly in the + of LGBT+ experience equal rights, respect and representation. As a Trustee, you will help shape this relatively new charity so it can have long-term success!
What are we looking for?
Person Specification Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to think creatively and strategically Passion for the work of the charity Personal or professional interest in the work of the Plus Importance Project Able to offer at least 2 hours per week Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas training, fundraising, sales, human resources, marketing, public relations Preferable Experience of being a charity trustee or a similar role overseeing the management and administration of an organisation Ability to scrutinise financial budgets and processes We particularly welcome applications from people that have lived experience that is currently underrepresented on our Board of Trustees, such as people who are Black, intersex or aromantic.
What will you be doing?
The Board of Trustees are both jointly and individually responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health and its activities in accordance with our governing documents and legal and regulatory guidelines. You will preferably be able to provide the charity with expertise in a particular area and lead our activities and approach related to one of the following training, fundraising, sales, human resources, marketing, public relations. This role requires a time commitment averaging 2 hours per week, including attendance at Board of Trustee meetings (every 6 weeks, mostly online) and other ad-hoc meetings. Responsibilities Ensuring the charity complies with its governing document, charity law and other relevant legislation and regulations Ensuring the charity is financially sustainable in both the short term and long-term and does not spend money on activities that are not part of its charitable objects Contributing to the strategic direction of the charity, setting overall policy, defining targets and evaluating performance Safeguarding the good name and values of the charity and managing risks Sharing your expertise in a particular area (preferable) Leading the charity’s activities in a particular area (preferable) Supporting the wider work of the Plus Importance Project
What difference will you make?
As the UK’s first registered charity with a focus on the + of LGBT+, we aim to create a world where those who identify fully or partly in the + of LGBT+ experience equal rights, respect and representation. As a Trustee, you will help shape this relatively new charity so it can have long-term success!
What are we looking for?
Person Specification Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to think creatively and strategically Passion for the work of the charity Personal or professional interest in the work of the Plus Importance Project Able to offer at least 2 hours per week Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas training, fundraising, sales, human resources, marketing, public relations Preferable Experience of being a charity trustee or a similar role overseeing the management and administration of an organisation Ability to scrutinise financial budgets and processes We particularly welcome applications from people that have lived experience that is currently underrepresented on our Board of Trustees, such as people who are Black, intersex or aromantic.
What will you be doing?
The Board of Trustees are both jointly and individually responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health and its activities in accordance with our governing documents and legal and regulatory guidelines. You will preferably be able to provide the charity with expertise in a particular area and lead our activities and approach related to one of the following training, fundraising, sales, human resources, marketing, public relations. This role requires a time commitment averaging 2 hours per week, including attendance at Board of Trustee meetings (every 6 weeks, mostly online) and other ad-hoc meetings. Responsibilities Ensuring the charity complies with its governing document, charity law and other relevant legislation and regulations Ensuring the charity is financially sustainable in both the short term and long-term and does not spend money on activities that are not part of its charitable objects Contributing to the strategic direction of the charity, setting overall policy, defining targets and evaluating performance Safeguarding the good name and values of the charity and managing risks Sharing your expertise in a particular area (preferable) Leading the charity’s activities in a particular area (preferable) Supporting the wider work of the Plus Importance Project
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