Trustee - Fundraising

Pivotal to our success in this mission is our exceptional Board of Trustees. We are looking for a passionate individual who can join us and help lead our charity as we support and encourage organisations in the voluntary sector to make an even bigger impact.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who shares our vision and enthusiasm to make a difference in their local community, is an inspiring leader, and loves to think ahead. Whilst previous experience of trusteeship is helpful, it is not essential. If you understand the value of the local Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise sector (abbreviated as VCFSE) and are looking for your next big challenge, then we would love to hear from you.  

Funding Champion (Trustee)

Role Purpose: To Help steer the charity's fundraising and sustainable income approach.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Advise on funding strategies (grants, corporate partnerships, community giving)

·       Oversee fundraising compliance

·       Support General Managers and staff in bid applications

·       Leverage personal networks to open fundraising opportunities

Skills & Experience Required:

·       Experience in fundraising, business development or commercial partnerships

·       Strategic planning and relationship skills

Time Commitment:

·       3–5 hours monthly

·       Trustee meetings plus input into bid cycles or campaigns

Trustee Commitments in addition to Champion role:

Meetings:

·       4 board meetings in person, per year (usually Friday at 10am, 2 hours). One AGM

Support to GMs:

·       Champions provide ad-hoc advice/input between meetings on specialist areas (approx. 2–6 hours per month depending on role)

Events:

·       Attendance at annual community/fundraising events strongly encouraged (min. 1–2 per year)

Training:

·       Safeguarding and governance training at least every 2–3 years, and induction on appointment

Notes:

·       All trustee champion roles maintain collective responsibility for governance

·       Champion roles provide expertise and focus but decisions remain joint

·       Role descriptions should be reviewed annually

·       Compliance with Charity Commission, NCVO, and ACAS good practice standards