Charity Trustee

RSPCA South Bucks; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in animal welfare is seeking passionate individuals to join their Board of Trustees. This voluntary role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while utilizing your professional expertise in areas such as finance, legal, human resources, or IT. As a trustee, you will guide the strategic direction of the organization, ensure sound governance, and support the operational team in their mission to prevent cruelty and promote kindness to animals. Join a committed team and be part of a rewarding experience that truly makes a difference.

Benefits

Reasonable expenses reimbursed

Gain board-level experience

Be part of a friendly team

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare and community service is essential.
• Professional expertise in finance, legal, HR, or IT is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to local RSPCA operations.
• Support compliance with charity law and regulatory standards.

Skills

Finance

Legal and Compliance

Human Resources

Health & Safety

IT, Data Protection and Privacy

Governance / Charity Secretary

Education

Experience in relevant professional area

Job description

Join Our Board of Trustees – Make a Real Difference at RSPCA Buckinghamshire South

Location: Hybrid, Buckinghamshire (occasional in-person meetings)

Time commitment: Approx. 2–5 hours/month | Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)

Are you passionate about animal welfare and keen to use your professional expertise to make a real impact in your community?

RSPCA Buckinghamshire South is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with experience in:

• Finance, with the opportunity to become Treasurer
• Legal and Compliance
• Human Resources (HR)
• Health & Safety (H&S), Privacy and GDPR
• IT, Data Protection and Privacy
• Governance / Charity Secretary

As a trustee, you will help steer the strategic direction of the branch, ensure sound governance, and support the operational team in delivering our mission to prevent cruelty, promote kindness, and alleviate the suffering of animals.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to our local RSPCA operations.
• Support compliance with charity law and regulatory standards.
• Champion good governance, safeguarding, and ethical leadership.
• Support staff and volunteers with professional insight and advice.
• Act as an ambassador for the charity and its work.

Specialist Areas We’re Looking For

Treasurer (Finance)

• Lead on financial oversight, reporting, and budget monitoring.
• Present financial updates to the board and support fundraising strategy.

Legal

• Provide guidance on contracts, regulatory compliance, and charity law.

Human Resources

• Support to develop a people strategy.
• Support with employment practices, volunteer policies, and staff wellbeing.

Health & Safety

• Advise on health and safety obligations, training, and risk assessments.

IT, Data Protection & Privacy

• Advise on digital systems, cybersecurity, GDPR, and privacy compliance.

Secretary

• Maintain accurate board records and help coordinate governance procedures.

Who We're Looking For:

• Passion for animal welfare and community service.
• Professional expertise in one of the above areas.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Previous board experience, welcome but not essential.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Make a tangible difference in the lives of animals and people locally.
• Be part of a passionate, committed, and friendly team.
• Gain board-level experience and contribute your knowledge for good.
• Join a committed and supportive team in a rewarding volunteer role.

Interested?

If you're ready to give back and help shape the future of a well-respected animal welfare charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via LinkedIn or email us at [e-mail] with a brief expression of interest and your CV.

Deadline to apply: Mid May 2025

Website: https://www.rspca-southbucks.org.uk/

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

Job function

• Business Development and Sales
• Non-profit Organizations