Bar in the Community operates a trustee finding service for charities that need to appoint legally qualified trustees. The service is free and available throughout England and Wales. We ask that barristers and legally qualified individuals interested in any of the following trusteeship and/or volunteering opportunities contact Bar in the Community to register their interest .
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Disaster Relief International Aid Religion Deadline 30/09/2020
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is an international Christian aviation charity, serving in 26 developing countries to reach the world's most isolated people. Operating 131 light aircraft, MAF flies to around 1,400 remote locations transporting essential medical care, food and water supplies, relief teams and church works - enabling physical and spiritual care to reach countless thousands of people cut off because of formidable geographical barriers, natural disasters or political unrest.
With the needs of isolated people being greater than ever, MAF want to grow their operations and influence in order to meet the increasing demand for their services worldwide. MAF UK is the public face of the charity in the UK and had responsibility for fundraising, recruitment and the galvanisation of prayer support. MAF UK needs a new trustee who would be willing to familiarise themselves with the legal framework surrounding the organisation's plans and play a significant role in strengthening the board of trustees. In particular, the new trustee will help MAF UK ensure it remains legally compliant, playing a critical role in appraising the implications of contracts, intellectual property and data protection.
Meetings take place quarterly in Folkestone or London.
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Encompass (Dorset)
Disability Health Mental Health Deadline 30/09/2020
Encompass (Dorset) is a vibrant and successful registered charity providing specialist support and personal care to individuals with a learning disability or enduring mental health needs. They take pride in enabling, encouraging and supporting people to reach their full potential. They offer individualised care plans and provide outstanding personal care for successful outcomes. They work with people and their families in their homes for fulfilled, supported living which is safe, caring and respects their dignity and choices at all time.
They are now looking for a new trustee with a legal background and experience at Board or Director level in a medium to large company or organisation. This experience could be in the private, voluntary or public sector. They are looking for someone with a strong commitment to Encompass' purpose and values, independent judgement, the ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak out when required. Empathy or experience with people with learning difficulties or mental health issues would be an advantage. The Board is particularly interested in proportionality and diversity, and actively encourage applications from women and ethnic minorities.
Trustees commit to a three hour meeting every quarter, discussion of papers and ideas by email and visit clients in suitable venues at least twice a year with other trustees.
Meetings take place quarterly at approximately 9:00 in Dorchester.
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National Examining Board for Dental Nurses
Education Health Deadline 10/07/2020
The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) is a leading provider of qualifications for dental nurses in the UK, delivering awards in both pre-registration and post-registration areas. As a registered charity, they have been examining and awarding dental nursing qualifications for over 75 years, and ensure that students' knowledge, understanding and practical skills are assessed by highly experienced practitioners.
They are now looking to recruit four new lay Trustees to replace those who have completed their time in position. Lay Trustees are not required to have any dental knowledge, and NEBDN is currently looking for those with Financial Management, Marketing, Business, Education or Law experience. NEBDN are happy to hear from those who have Trustee experience, as well as those who have never sat on a board before.
Trustees attend around six Board meetings per year, as well as the yearly conference and annual strategic planning day. They are also a member of a subcommittee. The overall time commitment is approximately 12 days a year plus preparation time. Travel, subsistence and reasonable care costs will be reimbursed.
Meetings take place bi-monthly at approximately 9:00 in Preston (or virtually).
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Heart of Hastings
Community Support Heritage Homelessness and Housing Deadline 01/08/2020
Heart of Hasting is a small, locally rooted, charity that works hard to develop local capacity and safeguard spaces for local use. As a community land trust they bring spaces into community ownership, where they can be made available to people who need them. They cap their rents so that they only ever rise at the rate of inflation. This means that as the property boom continues, their homes stay affordable for local people.
They are looking for new trustees with legal and governance experience and/or qualifications. Understanding of charity law, HR, health and safety, and equalities, legislation and guidance, financial regulations or money laundering guidance is preferable. Heart of Hastings are also keen to hear from those with not-for-profit experience, either as a staff member, trustee or consultant. A good eye for details would also be beneficial.
Meetings take place bi-monthly at approximately 14:00 in Hastings.
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English Association
Education Music, Drama and Arts Deadline 31/07/2020
The English Association is the learned society for English, and a registered charity incorporated by Royal Charter. The Association's aim is to further the knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of the English language and its literatures for all. They are looking for new trustees and are particularly keen to hear from those who have experience of teaching English, to either native or non-native speakers, charity law and compliance, fundraising, and professional development among others.
Most important, however, is an enthusiasm for the Association's mission and a willingness to commit the time and effort required to actively participate in meetings. Trustees should be able to bring independent judgment, impartiality, fairness, diplomacy and tact, as well as being committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Teamwork will be crucial as a member of the board. The Association are particularly keen to receive applications from under-represented minorities.
Meetings take place at approximately 14:00 in London.
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One Housing - Care and Support Division
Disability Elderly Homelessness and Housing Mental Health Youth Deadline 04/08/2020
This is NOT a trustee position.
One Housing's Care and Support division helps vulnerable people in supported living homes. They assist with a myriad of issues, including sustaining tenancies, benefits, mental health issues and preventing evictions. Staff are not able to give legal advice, but do signpost customers to where they can get help with benefits or representation in appeals and tribunals.
They are looking to further develop how they support their customers and would like pro bono support from barristers and solicitors. This could come in the form of workshops to train staff in current housing, benefits or mental health legislation so they know which procedures need to be followed and can signpost more effectively. It could also be representing or advising clients directly, assisting them with appeals or tribunals.
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Vegetarian for Life
Elderly Human and Civil Rights Deadline 17/07/2020
Vegetarian for Life (VfL) is the leading authority on diet and healthy living advice for older vegans and vegetarians. Since there are currently only two fully vegetarian care homes in the UK, one of VfL's major goals is to improve the standard of vegan and vegetarian catering in existing homes. They are striving towards a vision where at least one in every six UK care homes are members of the VfL UK List (a geographical listing of organisations and care homes that make a special effort to cater for vegetarians and vegans) and where one in every 100 will be VfL accredited.
VfL is looking to become the first port of call for information, support and advice for older vegans, vegetarians, their families, friends and a broad range of care caterers. They want trustees who can help them do this. They are seeking a vegetarian or vegan who is qualified in legal matters, and has experience and skills in the area(s) of company law and/or operation of charitable organisations and meeting their legal and best practice requirements. Trustees should be committed to the aims of VfL and be able to articulate the contribution they believe they can make to furthering these aims. Trustees will understand that to pursue its aims effectively, VfL needs to operate in a manner that respects and meets its legal and ethical obligations.
Meetings take place quarterly at approximately 11:00 in Manchester.
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