Trustee: Addiction Charity

The Role: Trustee As a Trustee at Addiction Family Support, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring it remains financially stable and compliant with legal obligations while maximising resources to support those affected by addiction. Your insights and expertise will help keep our services innovative and responsive to the changing needs of our beneficiaries. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute your skills to a meaningful cause and work alongside like-minded individuals committed to making a lasting impact. Responsibilities

• Guide the charity's strategic vision and long-term goals.
• Ensure financial stability and compliance with legal requirements.
• Bring fresh perspectives to help innovate and evolve our services.
• Collaborate with fellow trustees and senior leadership to ensure the charity's operations align with its mission and values.
Training and Development All Trustees will receive an induction and have access to ongoing training and development opportunities. Support is provided to ensure you can fulfil your role effectively and make a positive contribution to the charity's work. Join Our Team of Change-Makers Are you ready to make a difference? We're on the lookout for vibrant, enthusiastic, proactive and collaborative individuals with the right skills and experience to become part of our incredible charity. Be Part of Something Special Our clients' continuous positive feedback speaks volumes about the impact of our work, and we take immense pride in it. Emilia Fox, one of our dedicated Patrons, stands with us in our mission. Join an Award-Winning Journey This is your chance to become part of an award-winning charity where every day is an opportunity to contribute to the greater good. If you're seeking a dynamic environment filled with compassionate individuals dedicated to creating positive change, we invite you to apply or reach out with any enquiries.


• Event management
• Public relations
• Fundraising events
• Fundraising research / Bid writing
• Fundraising strategy
• Governance
• Strategic development and planning
• Change management, All AFS trustees must be able to demonstrate the following skills and values: A commitment to the organisation.
• A commitment to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity.
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
• Strategic vision.
• Good, independent judgement.
• An ability to think creatively.
• A willingness and ability to speak their mind.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and labilities of trusteeship.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• An ability to challenge current thinking, the method of governance and management of the organisation in a constructive manner.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data/evidence.
• A commitment to Nolan's seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership., All AFS trustees are required to demonstrate specific knowledge and experience in at least one of the following areas:
• Leadership or management of a medium to large organisation, ideally with multiple and/or diverse sites or subsidiaries.
• Charity law and governance.
• Charity fundraising.
  
  Addiction Family Support is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting adults affected or bereaved by a loved one's harmful use of alcohol, drugs, or gambling., Joining our Board of Trustees is an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who need it most. As a trustee, you will help shape the future of AFS, guiding our strategy and ensuring that we continue to deliver impactful, compassionate support to individuals and families across the UK. This is a unique chance to contribute your skills, knowledge, and expertise to a cause that truly matters, helping us tackle one of the most pressing issues facing families today.