Job Title: Trustee
Location: Bristol
Salary: Voluntary – expenses are covered (travel, accommodation and food allowance).
Job type: Part-time. 8 hours a month on average.
About us:
Together for Short Lives is the UK charity to make sure the 99,000 seriously ill children and their families can make the most of every moment they have together – whether that’s for years, months or only hours.
We work with families and the brilliant people and services that support them – in hospitals, in children’s hospices and in the community – to ensure that children and families get the support they need.
About the role:
We are currently looking to add new members to our Board of Trustees. Specifically, we are seeking individuals who can bring financial expertise to our team. In line with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are keen to ensure our board is truly representative of the diverse community we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, abilities, and experiences. Your unique perspectives and life experiences will enrich our collective decision-making, enabling us to better serve our community.
Role responsibilities:
- Overseeing the financial health of the organisation
- Ensuring our financial resources are used efficiently and effectively
- Assisting in strategic planning and decision-making at board meetings
- Serving on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments
- Advocating for and representing the organisation at external meetings and events
Desirable Skills:
- Finance background
- Social care, ideally supporting children and young people
- Experience and knowledge of children’s hospices
- Digital innovation and communication
- Understanding of charity governance
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- An interest in improving the lives of children with life-limiting conditions
- Our board meets four times a year, and trustees may also be asked to join one of our sub-committees, which meet quarterly
Benefits:
- 5 weeks holiday – plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Contribution Scheme
- Group life Assurance
- Option to buy additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Lifestyle Benefits – Cinema, Dining, Online shopping, Discounts etc.
- Flexible working
- Volunteering days
At Together for Short Lives, we believe in the power of diversity, the strength of collective wisdom, and the potential of equitable and inclusive boards. If this resonates with you, please consider applying or share this with someone who you think would be a great fit.
Please click on the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Shortlisted applicants will receive an application form to complete.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Non-profit Board Member, Advisory Board Member, CEO, Committee Member, Volunteer, Fundraiser, Development Officer, Grant Manager, Fundraising Officer, Non-Profit, Trustees and Charity Advisor may also be considered for this role.
