Trustee for Direct Help & Advice
OFFERED BY:
Direct Help & Advice (DHA)Location(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Housing and Debt Advice Phoenix Street Derby DE1 2ERHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
DHA is an established and successful charity. As we approach our 30th year in 2025 we are looking for new trustees to join the Board and help drive the charity through its next chapter.
We provide specialist legal advice on a wide range of issues such as housing, debt and welfare benefits, money, bills and debt management training, plus benefits entitlement support.
We provide specialist legal advice on a wide range of issues such as housing, debt and welfare benefits, money, bills and debt management training, plus benefits entitlement support.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
We focus on the needs of the individuals, families and communities we support, as well as the colleagues and volunteers we work alongside.
We have an excellent Board of Trustees and are looking to expand their skill sets. So if you have a passion to help people facing challenges such as homelessness, serious disrepair, management of household bills and debt we’d love to hear from you
Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take your first step at Board level, please get in touch.
As a trustee you will:
Have an induction and ongoing training opportunities to support you in your role
As this is a voluntary, unpaid role, any expenses incurred can be reimbursed
Have opportunities to develop new skills and to network with likeminded professionals
Know your contributions are paving the way for a positive future for individuals and families in our community
The expected time commitment is a bi-monthly, 2 hour board meeting. These usually take place online or in-person.
As well as preparing for the board meetings, trustees have the opportunity to join a sub-committee or ad-hoc working group and may be called upon for specific advice in their areas of expertise.
We have an excellent Board of Trustees and are looking to expand their skill sets. So if you have a passion to help people facing challenges such as homelessness, serious disrepair, management of household bills and debt we’d love to hear from you
Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take your first step at Board level, please get in touch.
As a trustee you will:
Have an induction and ongoing training opportunities to support you in your role
As this is a voluntary, unpaid role, any expenses incurred can be reimbursed
Have opportunities to develop new skills and to network with likeminded professionals
Know your contributions are paving the way for a positive future for individuals and families in our community
The expected time commitment is a bi-monthly, 2 hour board meeting. These usually take place online or in-person.
As well as preparing for the board meetings, trustees have the opportunity to join a sub-committee or ad-hoc working group and may be called upon for specific advice in their areas of expertise.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
We are seeking people with the following skills and experience
Strategic financial management
Fundraising, particularly securing grants, corporate partnerships and high net worth individuals
Legal representation, particularly Legal Aid
Marketing and PR
Risk management and governance
Strategic financial management
Fundraising, particularly securing grants, corporate partnerships and high net worth individuals
Legal representation, particularly Legal Aid
Marketing and PR
Risk management and governance
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
You must be over 18 to be a charity trustee
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
A couple of sessions
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes