Volunteer Trustee

What will you be doing?

We are a small charity working to improve the quality of life for local families and individuals in Merton, especially those in areas of social and economic deprivation and those from disadvantaged groups.  The legacy of the pandemic, the significant increase in the cost of living and the impact of financial restraint on services across the country mean that it has been another challenging year for SMCA. We are looking for Trustees who have drive and determination to help us take on some of challenges, with proven management and/or leadership experience, to address change and work through the improvements to support the charity. We are particularly interested in people with marketing, and communications skills, experience, or a good working knowledge of, one or more of the areas identified i.e. IT, Data Protection and Governance.  We are also keen to talk to younger people and those with lived experiences.

What are we looking for?

Drive and experience to help the Board fill the gaps in its current capability. Act as agents for change to help SMCA respond to the challenges it faces going forward. Ensure that SMCA is operating in line with good practice and is compliant with its legislative responsibilities. Support the Board find the space for addressing higher level concerns that can get lost in dealing with day-to-day management issues.

Tact and diplomacy Good communication and interpersonal skills Impartiality, fairness, and the ability to respect confidences Demonstrates the highest standards of integrity, probity, and corporate governance Possesses relevant knowledge Has the relevant skills to plan and conduct board meetings effectively

Takes responsibility for the Board’s composition and development We are particularly interested in people with marketing, and communications skills, experience, or a good working knowledge of, one or more of the areas identified i.e. IT, Data Protection and Governance.  We are also keen to talk to younger people and those with lived experiences.

What difference will you make?

As part of ur board you will take on the shared responsibility of the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity.  You will act as agents for change to help SMCA respond to the challenges it faces going forward.