Trustees (voluntary role)
Job description
Citizens Advice Barnet seeks new Trustees to join the board to help our established local charity continue to provide its vital services to the diverse communities of Barnet.
Ever since we were founded in 1939, Citizens Advice Barnet has been providing free, confidential and impartial advice to people who live, work and study in Barnet, as well as campaigning on big issues affecting people’s lives by using the data we collect to influence policies and practices that affect the lives of people in Barnet. Our Vision is a borough where no resident suffers disadvantage as a result of an inability to access the advice they need.
With the ongoing cost of living crisis and political change our work has never been more necessary or more in demand. To respond properly, we feel the need to continue having a robust Board of Trustees and, in so doing, our capacity to lead. In particular, we are seeking a more active programme of engagement between the trustees and staff and volunteers and the Barnet community. We are seeking to recruit up to two new Trustees.
Our Trustees shape the strategic direction of Citizens Advice Barnet. The Board sets objectives and targets for the Chief Officer and monitors their progress. The Board also provides advice and guidance for the Chief Officer and Senior Leadership Team. The Board is collectively responsible for ensuring the financial health of the organisation and that the proper financial controls are in place.
Trustees must be able to:
- Accept the responsibilities and liabilities of being a trustee.
- Learn about and follow Citizens Advice Barnet’s aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection.
- Read reports, exercise good independent judgement and make decisions based on evidence.
- Listen well and respectfully speak your own mind.
- Work as part of a team, understanding that, at times, you may not personally agree with board decisions.
- Review accounts with support of the Treasurer.
- Undertake training as required.
We are particularly interested in applications from candidates with any of the below skills / experience / expertise, individually or in combination:
- Charity sector experience as a service user, volunteer and/or employee
- Local connections in Barnet – with local businesses, schools, faith groups and/or local government
- Enhance knowledge and experience in service/operations
The time commitment is 1-2 days per month. While the Trustee roles are unremunerated, expenses will be paid. The term for a Trustee is 3 years.
We believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are. Citizen Advice Barnet welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
We encourage applicants who are from underrepresented groups with protected characteristics, as we value having a diverse pool of applicants to find the best candidate.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments to support your application.
If you would like to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our Head of People, Sheetal Cole at volunteer@barnetcab.org.uk.