Volunteer Trustee

What will you be doing?

Do you have expertise in any of the below and a belief that your skills will contribute to the strong and effective governance of an innovative medium-sized charity?

Finance and Accounting Direct Service Delivery to people facing multiple disadvantages (women and children particularly) Development & Fundraising Criminal Justice System / Diversion Safeguarding Adults & Children

Since 1998, Advance (named for Advocacy and Non-Violence Community Education) has been at the forefront of innovation in the women’s sector. We have pioneered gender-specific and trauma-informed support for domestic abuse survivors, including those in contact with the criminal justice system, within a Coordinated Community Response. Thousands of women and girls every year transform their lives with our services and this positively impacts directly and indirectly on thousands more children too. Board meetings take place in hybrid form – online and in person from our HQ in Hammersmith, London.   This is a voluntary, unpaid appointment, although reasonable travel expenses will be paid.   How to apply: Please download and complete the application form together with your CV and submit to the email address found under the opportunities section on our website. Closing date for applications: Open until we have filled our roles Interviews: Will be arranged via video conferencing     

What are we looking for?

Finance and Accounting Direct Service Delivery to people facing multiple disadvantages (women and children particularly) Development & Fundraising Criminal Justice System / Diversion Safeguarding Adults & Children

What difference will you make?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our experienced and committed Board. You will join a dedicated and skilled group of Trustees and support the charity through a significant period of growth. Our staff team now includes over 150 skilled and passionate women across our programmes and our 8 womens’ centres in London and the South and East of England. As part of the Board, you will be responsible for the governance, strategic direction and sustainability of the organisation alongside a highly committed and welcoming team. Your commitment will extend to:

Board of Trustees meetings – quarterly (Evenings) Participate in one of our 3 sub-committee meetings - quarterly (Evenings) Ad hoc availability as matters arise (by telephone) Participate in 1 strategy away day 1 / year (Saturday) Commit to the Board of Trustees for at least 3 years