The trustees, acting together, maximise the impact of the organisation whilst ensuring it is well governed. You will be part of a team tested with making key strategic decisions about the future of the organisation, how and where it operates and the communities it seeks to serve whilst also, safeguarding its assets and applying them as efficiently and effectively as possible to further the charity’s objects as set out in its governing document. You might want to refer to the Charity Commissions guidance on being a trustee.
The trustee roles are unremunerated, but reasonable expenses for attending meetings are covered.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Work with our Chair, Board, Chief Executive and senior team to support the future direction of Power to Change to ensure we make the change we want to make.
- Be responsive to the community businesses and stakeholders we work with to ensure we are meeting their needs and delivering lasting impact.
Champion Our Work
- Represent and champion on behalf of Power to Change to help increase our impact and influence.
- Safeguard the ethos and values of the Power to Change.
- Work collaboratively with other trustees and the executive team and create a positive and supportive environment.
- Support the effectiveness of the Board by engaging in performance reviews.
Governance
- Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document and that all activities are within its objects and within the law and relevant regulations.
- Ensure the financial security / stability of the organisation and the proper investment of the charity’s funds.
- Monitor the charity’s progress towards the achievement of its strategic goals and objectives and monitor the impact of its activities on its beneficiaries.
- Ensure that management has implemented an effective risk identification and management process.
- Ensure that the charity is an inclusive and responsible employer with a diverse, engaged and high performing team.
- Where applicable as a member of a committee work with the Chief Executive, and other committee members to agree and deliver on the objectives.