Volunteer Trustee

Aligra Bristol; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity in Swindon is seeking committed individuals to join their Board of Trustees. As a Trustee, you will help shape the strategy and support the charity’s mission to enhance the employability skills of individuals with mental health issues and learning disabilities. One position requires a qualified accountant for essential financial guidance. This role is unpaid but offers the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape charity direction

Experience in charity governance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Committed to supporting individuals with mental health issues and learning disabilities.
• Willing to attend four Board meetings a year.
• Able to contribute additional time for supporting charity work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Trustees to develop strategic plans.
• Provide financial guidance and oversee budgeting.
• Ensure charity complies with relevant regulations.
• Act as an ambassador for the charity.
• Support executive team with insight and advice.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks.

Education

Qualified Accountant

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Are you ready to make a real difference in your local community? We are a small, friendly charity based in Swindon, passionate about supporting individuals with mental health issues and learning disabilities. Our impact is significant, and we are seeking two committed individuals to join our Board of Trustees.

About the Role

As a Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our strategy and supporting our mission to enhance the employability skills of our service users. One of the two new Trustees must be a qualified accountant, bringing crucial financial expertise to the Board. While these positions are voluntary and unpaid, the rewards come from knowing you are making a meaningful impact on people’s lives.

What We’re Looking For

• You are based in or near Swindon and can attend four Board meetings a year.
• You are willing and able to contribute additional time to support our work.
• You share our commitment to supporting people with mental health issues and learning disabilities.
• For one position: you are a qualified accountant and can provide financial oversight and guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Development:Collaborate with fellow Trustees to develop and implement strategic plans that align with our mission and goals.
• Financial Oversight:(For the accountant position) Provide financial guidance, oversee budgeting processes, and ensure financial sustainability.
• Governance:Ensure the charity complies with its governing document, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Advocacy and Networking:Act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting our cause and expanding our network within the community.
• Support and Guidance:Provide support to the executive team, offering insight and advice to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Risk Management:Identify potential risks to the charity and implement measures to mitigate them.

What You’ll Gain

• The opportunity to shape the future direction of a local charity.
• The satisfaction of witnessing the direct impact of your contributions.
  Experience in charity governance and the chance to work alongside a supportive and passionate team.

“As a trustee with our charity, you’ll contribute to governance, leadership, and strategic planning, supporting our mission to promote mental health, learning disabilities, and community development through philanthropy, fundraising, advocacy, and support services, while embracing diversity and inclusion, and collaborating with others to drive social impact, all within the non-profit sector in Swindon.”