Board Trustee
We’re currently seeking new board trustees to assist with the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation as we move towards becoming a registered charity. The trustees are responsible for overseeing the organisation’s activities and making sure that they meet the aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the constitution, legal and regulatory guidelines.
Trustee Duties
The Role
Trustee positions are voluntary, in accordance with the charities commission. We require an approximate commitment of 12 hours a month, as well as being able to attend board meetings every 3 months. Board meetings are held in Alderley Edge at a time to suit attendees. The amount of work varies, and there are always opportunities to be more involved, especially as we’re a relatively new organisation. Excluding board meetings the role is based at home, and is completely flexible with regards to time management. Board trustees are required to undergo a disclosure and barring service check which will be paid for by The Positive herd for successful candidates.
As the board are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity, they are accountable in varying degrees to a variety of stakeholders; including service users, funders and the Charity Commission.
Support will be provided to new trustees in the form of a full induction training, and opportunities to access additional training as and when required. Reasonable expenses will be paid on a monthly basis.
For more information on what is involved in being a trustee please read the guidelines from the Charities Commission 'The Essential Trustee' available below.
Trustee Duties
- To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
- To ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
- To ensure the organisation uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects.
- To contribute actively to the board of trustees' by attending regular meetings and voting on key matters.
- To give strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
- To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.
- To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- To ensure the financial stability and ensure the proper investment of the charity's funds.
- Use their specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustee’s reach sound decisions.
The Role
Trustee positions are voluntary, in accordance with the charities commission. We require an approximate commitment of 12 hours a month, as well as being able to attend board meetings every 3 months. Board meetings are held in Alderley Edge at a time to suit attendees. The amount of work varies, and there are always opportunities to be more involved, especially as we’re a relatively new organisation. Excluding board meetings the role is based at home, and is completely flexible with regards to time management. Board trustees are required to undergo a disclosure and barring service check which will be paid for by The Positive herd for successful candidates.
As the board are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity, they are accountable in varying degrees to a variety of stakeholders; including service users, funders and the Charity Commission.
Support will be provided to new trustees in the form of a full induction training, and opportunities to access additional training as and when required. Reasonable expenses will be paid on a monthly basis.
For more information on what is involved in being a trustee please read the guidelines from the Charities Commission 'The Essential Trustee' available below.
| The Essential Trustee |
Trustee Person Specification
An ideal trustee should have the following attributes:
- Feels passionately about promoting animal welfare, particularly force free training.
- Flexible and willing to devote the necessary time and effort.
- Self-motivated and organised.
- Reliable and accountable.
- Good person skills, able to work well as a team.
- Dedicated and enthusiastic about our shared mission.
- Adept in ICT with access to a computer.
We’re especially looking for someone with skills and experience in the following areas:
- Finance, accounting and budgeting.
- Charity law and regulations
- Management, team leading.
- Fundraising and grant applications.
- Strategic planning
To Apply
If you have the skills, time and enthusiasm to help guide The Positive Herd Project as a board trustee then we’d love to hear from you. To apply please fill out the trustee skills audit and return along with a current CV and short cover letter detailing why you would be a suitable candidate. Successful applicants will be invited to meet for a short interview and to fill out the relevant application forms.
Please send your application to lisa@positiveherd.org.uk
The Positive Herd Project respects and adheres to the Equality Act (2012) and recruits in line with the Equality and Diversity Policy.
| Trustee Skills Audit |
