Volunteer Board Secretary | Music of Life Foundation

Music Of Life (UK); London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to contribute to Music of Life as a Volunteer Board Secretary. This role involves essential governance tasks, supporting children with disabilities through music, and working closely with the Board. Ideal for organized, passionate individuals committed to making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience of charity governance, legal and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work productively with others

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Board meetings, manage records for trustees
• Support new trustee onboarding and facilitate ongoing training

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Volunteer Board Secretary | Music of Life Foundation

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An opportunity to pioneer a new and exciting role at Music of Life and through that make a major contribution to supporting children with disabilities through regular music-making activities.

What difference will you make?

Role Summary The Board Secretary supports effective governance and ensures the smooth running of the charity. This prestigious, purpose-driven position is ideal for a highly organised individual passionate about music, education, and supporting children with disabilities. Working closely with the Chair, Vice Chair, and CEO, the Secretary is pivotal to ensuring clarity, continuity, and compliance in the charity's leadership. As a key member of both the Board team and the Advisory Council, the Secretary will help these bodies function efficiently and fulfil their legal and statutory responsibilities. We are open to discussing whether the Board Secretary will also be a trustee and look forward to hearing the views of prospective candidates. Board Meeting Management Coordinate Board meetings, including agenda preparation and timely distribution of materials Attend meetings, take accurate notes, and prepare minutes for approval Maintain action log and ensure up-to-date records are submitted to the external Examiner Coordinate annual Board and Chair appraisal process Trustee Management Maintain accurate records for trustees, including roles, appointments, and declarations of interest Manage trustee recruitment, reappointment, and termination processes Develop and implement annual trustee recruitment and succession plans Support new trustee onboarding and facilitate ongoing training and development Advisory Council Coordinate Council meetings, including agenda preparation and distribution of materials Attend meetings, take notes, and prepare minutes for approval Ensure smooth communication between the Council and the Board

What are we looking for?

Person Profile This role will suit someone with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. They should be able to work productively with other people, have good communication skills and the ability to engender cooperation to get things done on time. They should be able to anticipate and deal with deadlines in a calm manner. They should have experience of charity governance, legal and regulatory requirements. Location in the South-East would be an advantage. Time Commitment We understand that this is a voluntary role, and we aim to be flexible and respectful of trustees’ time. On average, the Board Secretary role will involve Attending six Board meetings per year (three in person, three online – each lasting around two hours). Attending three Advisory Council meetings per year (mostly online). Monthly in-person meetings with the Chair and CEO. Occasional visits to see our programmes in action and meet staff and partners. Ongoing work outside meetings to carry out the Secretary’s role.

What will you be doing?

To further improve our governance and effectiveness, we are creating the brand-new role of Board Secretary. This voluntary role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a focused, impactful organisation, making a real difference through music. Since 2003, Music of Life has been breaking down barriers to music-making for children and young people with disabilities. Our weekly, term-time programmes support over 1400 children and young adults each year, helping them discover the joy and confidence that music brings. The charity is at an exciting point in its development being increasingly recognised for the unique value of its work and the impact it has on children. This recognition, by experts in disability, music and education, is leading to success with major grant-makers and philanthropists and is enabling us to reach more and more children who can benefit from our support. Music of Life has an enthusiastic and engaged Board who share with management a commitment to making a difference for children and young people with disabilities. To further improve our governance and effectiveness, we are creating the brand-new role of Board Secretary. The Board Secretary will fulfil a vital role in keeping the charity running smoothly and meeting its legal and statutory duties. The person will be at the right hand of the Chair and CEO and will be a key member of the Board team and the Advisory Council.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Human Resources, and Administrative

• Industries

  Civic and Social Organizations

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