Volunteer The Baked Bean Charity are recruiting a Marketing and Fundraising Trustee

What will you be doing?

The Baked Bean Charity is at an exciting transitional time! The Board of Trustees are recruiting a new skills and expertise to help develop the charity within South London and beyond.  We are seeking someone with experience in being a trustee who can put their knowledge and expertise into supporting the charity through an interesting period of transition. We are seeking passionate individuals who are able to lead the board. Knowledge in at least one of the following areas is essential: -        Charity finance -        Charity and/or business development -        Experience of social care and/or learning disabilities. -        Fundraising -        Marketing   Successful candidates will: ·        Have experience of being a charity trustee or be able to demonstrate knowledge of the requirements. ·        Be a passionate person with a drive for equality. ·        Have a proactive approach to being a trustee and supporting the development of the charity. ·        Being able to commit time and skills to support the growth and the development of the charity. ·        Be committed to supporting the Baked Bean Charity to continue providing outstanding quality services. ·        Be dedicated to considering the needs of the service users during all decision making. Time commitment: The Board meets approximately six times a year. The meeting will last approximately to 2.5 hours. ·        Board meetings will happen both in person from our Wandsworth head office and online via Zoom. ·        The role is unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are payable. The Baked Bean Charity is a firm supporter of equality and diversity, and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.

What are we looking for?

We are specifically looking for people with the skills and experience to fill the positions of Trustee for Media, Marketing and Fundraising.   4-5 years experience of digital media in charities is desirable. 1 term as a trusteein a charity is essential    

What difference will you make?

The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant, thriving, and exciting service for people with learning disabilities. The charity’s unique offering includes performance-based services such as Dance, Drama, Choir and DJing, sporting services such as Zumba and boxing, and social activities such as club nights and holidays. The Baked Bean charity promotes the social inclusion of all people with learning disabilities. Our Theatre in Education group works closely with our community partners to provide them with training and learning opportunities, ultimately improving inclusion, and understanding in society. The Baked Bean Charity prioritises person centred working to ensure that service users are achieving their goals and living happy and fulfilled lives. The service adapts to the needs and wants of the clients. Primarily based in Wandsworth, the Baked Bean Charity attracts service users from all surrounding boroughs, supporting over 170 people every week!