Volunteer Trustee

What will you be doing?

Essex Respite & Care Association (ERCA) are looking for enthusiastic and passionate individuals, who are confident communicators and strategic thinkers who will be motivated by our mission, to join our Board of Trustees. Our Vision is: For every adult with a mental health diagnosis living in Essex to have a healthy and fulfilling life, and to be able to access support as and when they need it. ERCA provides support to adults who suffer from an acute or chronic mental health diagnosis, brain injury, stroke or a dementia diagnosis and their carers, across Essex. It is an exciting time to join the charity as you will be able to help us take advantage of a wonderful partnership opportunity to build organisational resilience to grow our charity and create a sustainable future. We are keen to welcome trustees who have experience of organisational or business transformation, ideally in a Health and social care setting or those with lived experiences of mental health issues. We are looking for trustees who can bring expertise in the following areas: Health and Social care: Management experience, along with Safeguard lead experience, and or policy writing. Fundraising / Income generation: Experience in fundraising and market presence development. Successful fundraising experience. Marketing / Strategic Communication – someone with experience of designing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies to build awareness of ERCA’s activities. Trustees will be required to attend a monthly Board Meeting (participation can be in person or virtually) and you will be asked to provide ad-hoc support to the management team. The total time commitment for this role, is not expected to exceed 10 hours per month. Please note this role is voluntary, but relevant out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed. Requirements from applicants:

Up to date CV; Short covering letter outlining how the applicant’s skillset, knowledge and experience match those outlined in the job description and reason for interest in the role; Names and contact details of two referees (must have known you for at least 2 years).

What are we looking for?

Ideally, you will have experience in local council, Health and social care or CQC knowledge. Marketing experience is also needed, as the charity are looking to rebrand and update their website. 

What difference will you make?

The role of Trustee is so important to us. Your support will help us keep the Charity viable. Your vision and dedication will help us develop the Charity and our service offering.