Trustee

Plus Ltd, Bristol

Trustee

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Plus Ltd, Bristol

  • Part time
  • U
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 4e7321d458894e948ad46ea47b30d835

Full Job Description

We provide training and support to organisations, educate the public and conduct research on identities in the +. As a Trustee, you will help ensure the charity delivers on its vision and keeps to its values. The Board of Trustees are both jointly and individually responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health and its activities in accordance with our governing documents and legal and regulatory guidelines. You will preferably have experience in a particular area and provide the charity with expertise in any of the following areas: training, marketing, fundraising, sales, human resources, public relations. Responsibilities as a Trustee:

  • Ensuring the charity complies with its governing document, charity law and other relevant legislation and regulations
  • Ensuring the charity is financially sustainable in both the short term and long-term and does not spend money on activities that are not part of its charitable objects
  • Contributing to the strategic direction of the charity, setting overall policy, defining targets and evaluating performance
  • Safeguarding the good name and values of the charity and managing risks
  • Sharing your expertise in a particular area (preferable)
  • Leading the charity's activities in a particular area (preferable)
  • Supporting the wider work of the Plus Importance Project

    Essential:
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically
  • Passion for the work of the charity
  • Personal or professional interest in the work of the Plus Importance Project
  • Able to offer at least 2 hours per week
  • Preferable:
  • Experience of being a charity trustee or a similar role overseeing the management and administration of an organisation
  • Ability to scrutinise financial budgets and processes
  • Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas: training, fundraising, sales, human resources, marketing, public relations
  • We particularly welcome applications from people that have lived experience that is currently underrepresented on our Board of Trustees, such as people who are Black, Asian, intersex or aromantic.