Trustee
OFFERED BY:
Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Refugee ForumLocation(s): Mapperley
Address where volunteering takes place: The Sycamore Centre 33a Hungerhill Road Nottingham NG3 4NBHow many places are on offer? Awaiting details
Purpose of Role:
We are currently looking for new trustees to join our board to support the Forum's work with Refugees and Asylum Seekers.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
We are currently looking for new trustees to join our board.
Key duties and responsibilities
· Ensuring that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation/regulations
· Assisting the Board in developing best practice in governance including the appropriate systems and mechanisms for oversight and scrutiny
· Playing an active role in developing strategic business plan and monitoring the progress of the plan
· Being an active champion of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum
Time Commitment
· You will be required to commit around one day per month of your time, including twelve Trustee Board meetings a year.
For applying, candidates can also access our volunteer application form online (https://tinyurl.com/nnrf-volappform)
Key duties and responsibilities
· Ensuring that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation/regulations
· Assisting the Board in developing best practice in governance including the appropriate systems and mechanisms for oversight and scrutiny
· Playing an active role in developing strategic business plan and monitoring the progress of the plan
· Being an active champion of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum
Time Commitment
· You will be required to commit around one day per month of your time, including twelve Trustee Board meetings a year.
For applying, candidates can also access our volunteer application form online (https://tinyurl.com/nnrf-volappform)
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Extensive experience in the charitable or voluntary sector ideally as a trustee, but also through working or volunteering within the sector.
Particularly looking for individuals with experience in business development, fundraising, health & safety, and those interested in the position of Secretary (minuting monthly meetings, sharing information & materials, organising AGM etc.).
· Experience of charity law and governance
· An understanding of the governance challenges facing small to medium sized charities
· Excellent networking skills, influencing and communication
· Understanding of the refugee sector in the UK is desirable
Particularly looking for individuals with experience in business development, fundraising, health & safety, and those interested in the position of Secretary (minuting monthly meetings, sharing information & materials, organising AGM etc.).
· Experience of charity law and governance
· An understanding of the governance challenges facing small to medium sized charities
· Excellent networking skills, influencing and communication
· Understanding of the refugee sector in the UK is desirable
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes