Trustee (Retail)

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive charity is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Board of Trustees. This role requires no prior experience, as comprehensive training will be provided. You will commit approximately 3 days every 3 months to support the charity's vital retail activities, which are essential for delivering palliative care to children and young people. Your retail expertise will help shape strategies and initiatives that directly benefit the communities served. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a diverse and passionate team.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

Cover of Out-of-Pocket Expenses

Qualifications

• No previous Trustee experience is required; comprehensive training provided.
• Commitment of approximately 3 days every 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Support and advise on developing a retail strategy to enhance operations.
• Collaborate with a diverse team to align retail activities with overall goals.

Skills

Retail Expertise

Job description

Demelza Charity is seeking high-calibre individuals to join our team of Trustees.

About Demelza

Demelza is an inclusive organisation committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the children, families, and communities we support. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity.

Trustee Role

No previous Trustee experience is required. We provide comprehensive training and cover all out-of-pocket expenses. The time commitment is approximately 3 days every 3 months, including meetings of around 2 hours and preparatory reading, with dates provided a year in advance.

Specialist Recruitment Focus

This year, we are specifically seeking individuals with expertise in retail to support our trading and retail activities, which are vital for our work in providing palliative and end-of-life care to children and young people.

Responsibilities

1. Support and advise on developing and implementing an ambitious retail strategy to enhance our operations and increase revenue.
2. Collaborate with a diverse team to align retail activities with Demelza’s overall goals, benefiting the children and families we serve.
3. Utilize your retail expertise to initiate partnerships and drive new initiatives.

Application Process

To arrange an informal chat with Lavinia Jarrett, Chief Executive, please contact Nikki Dunnicliffe, Executive Assistant.

To apply, submit a cover letter (max 500 words) and a CV via the ‘Apply Now’ button.

Important Dates

• Closing date: Friday, 16th May 2025
• Interview date: Tuesday, 3rd June 2025

Additional Information

Demelza values diversity and is committed to equality and inclusion. We are an equal opportunities employer and a registered charity (No 1039651). We adhere to safeguarding policies and may require an enhanced DBS check depending on the role.

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