Volunteer Trustee | Replacing Animal Research

Replacing Animal Research; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Replacing Animal Research seeks dedicated volunteer trustees who are passionate about eliminating animal use in research. This role requires commitment and offers substantial opportunities to influence the future of animal welfare in biomedical contexts, supporting a mission of non-animal methods development.

Benefits

Full induction and ongoing CPD support

Qualifications

• Commitment to the charity's objectives and time to support its work.
• Understanding of legal trustee responsibilities.
• Ability to collaborate on strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic governance support to the board.
• Attend regular board and sub-committee meetings.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving animal welfare.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Governance knowledge

Fundraising skills

Financial literacy

Job description

Volunteer Trustee | Replacing Animal Research

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Do you believe in a future where no animal suffers for science? Do you have spare time to volunteer to make a difference to the lives of animals and humans? If so, we would love you to consider being one of our new trustees.

What difference will you make?

At Replacing Animal Research, we’ve been working for over half a century to replace the use of animals in research. We have significantly contributed to the development, and uptake, of non-animal methods by Empowering scientists with our educational opportunities. Funding exciting research aimed at replacing animals and improving human healthcare. Collaborating with policymakers to ensure more rigorous policy on the use of animals in science. Our mission is to ensure scientists use non-animal approaches in biomedical research and testing. It’s a better future for animals and humans. For us to achieve this, we need to ensure that Replacing Animal Research is a resilient organisation with sufficient skills, support, and income to continue its work in the long term. Our trustees are critical to the future of the organisation.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for trustees who can demonstrate a commitment to our purpose and aims and the strategic vision to support the Replacing Animal Research's future development. A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to support the charity. (Please see below for more details on the time commitment). An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. Sound, independent judgement and the ability to challenge constructively. The ability to work effectively as a member of a team and make decisions for the good of the charity. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. We would be very interested in trustees who have skills in governance, fundraising or finance.

What will you be doing?

We are currently seeking more trustees to strengthen our board by providing strategic and governance support. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with an interest or experience in scientific and medical research and testing and the development of non-animal methods. We’d also be interested in hearing from anyone passionate about eliminating animal use in research. We encourage applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. A full induction is provided for new trustees as well as ongoing CPD opportunities and support. The role of trustee requires an annual time commitment of around 8 working days which works out around 5 hours per month. This includes Preparation for and attendance at 6 general board meetings, which are held remotely. Preparation for and attendance at sub-committee meetings as appropriate. Between meetings, trustees may be asked to contribute to discussions via email or ad hoc telephone conferences on specific issues. Trustees may be asked to sit on or contribute to other project groups or activities from time to time. Attendance at 1 or 2 in-person board away days. To apply for this opportunity please do so via Reach and submit your CV and a supporting cover letter. Please detail why you are interested in the role and how you can fulfil the role requirements and be an ambassador for Replacing Animal Research. Please ensure you read our Trustee Role Description and refer to this in your application. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview in the week of 23/06/2025 and successful candidates will be invited to attend the next Replacing Animal Research board meeting as an observer on 17/07/2025. Full details will be given to candidates nearer the time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Marketing, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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