Volunteer A trustee needed to help develop and drive forward a new vision to meet the needs of older people in the community.

What will you be doing?

We have a unique opportunity of relocating to new premises in the town centre in the next two to three years. This presents exciting opportunities to design and develop new ways of delivering our services to the local community. We need an additional trustee to support the committee in crystallising a new vision. Experience of charity governance and management in a social care setting would be useful, and some project management experience would also be an advantage. Enthusiasm and commitment to improving the lives of older people is the primary quality required, and a willingness to occasionally get involved at the centre. We are in the process of applying to transfer our charitable status to become a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, lead by our experienced and committed team of trustees. We enjoy working together and would welcome a new member to to enhance our skills set.

What are we looking for?

Qualities: friendly, enthusiastic, dependable, committed to cause, with practical common sense Experience: Charity sector work with vulnerable adults, particularly older people, preferably in leadership. Skills: must be IT competent in Word, Excel and video-conferencing.  

What difference will you make?

This is a vital role, helping to ensure continuity of our service for vulnerable adults in a rural community which has seen a steady depletion of support facilities. As a trustee, you will have a real opportunity to offer your unique skill set to help the strategic progression of the charity at a pivotal moment in it's thirty year history. This is a chance to make a real and lasting difference in the community.