Closing date - 31/05/24

Closing Time - 17:00:00

Wales-wide (with willingness to travel)

Trustee

Volunteer - 0.0 hours per week

SJAC has ambitious plans in place and we are seeking trustees to join our board – helping, supporting and guiding us on our journey, willing to be strong advocates for the charity and with the ability to steer the charity towards achieving its strategic priorities.

We welcome applications of interest from all for this exciting and prestigious opportunity to join us in governing the charity, but key areas of experience we are looking for from applicants are:

• Youth Member – a trustee between the age of 16 and 25 is not expected to have any previous experience of being a trustee, and mentoring and support will be available. We would expect that youth trustees are willing and able to understand and meet their responsibilities, and to show enthusiasm and commitment to the charity and its vision and mission.

• Finance – a fully qualified accountant with senior level experience and strong analytical skills, you will be able to interpret and scrutinise financial reports and advise the board on the financial performance and risk profile of the charity.

• Fundraising & Marketing - a strong background in fundraising at a senior level. You will understand the challenges of fundraising in Wales and support our leadership team on our fundraising strategy, including attracting major donors, legacies, corporate sponsors and regular givers. An understanding of fundraising regulation and governance is key, in addition to experience in marketing and engagement to ensure the charity’s brand and impact reaches a wide audience.

• HR & OD - an experienced professional with a background at a senior level in people, culture and organisational development, to support delivery of the charity’s “Putting People First” strategic outcome, to create an experience where volunteers and staff thrive and wish to belong.

In accordance with our governance rules, trustee appointments run for a triennium with potential for a further triennium.

What you'll need to be successful

Interested applicants will need to be able to demonstrate strongly the value and benefit they will bring to the board, playing a key role in the continued growth and success of SJAC.

As well as specific expertise, applicants should be able to show commitment to the charity’s aims and objectives, the willingness to devote the necessary time and effort, strategic vision, good judgement, willingness to speak their mind, ability to work as a team and a belief in Nolan’s seven principles of public life.

Having a Board that reflects the diversity of the local community is particularly important to us so we wish to encourage people with a range of backgrounds and experiences to apply. We are committed to being a diverse organisation, that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment, where we aim to ensure all our people can contribute to their fullest potential. We encourage you to apply if you are from an under-represented group as we appreciate the strong value of having a rich and diverse board. Whilst our roots are based in a Christian background, we welcome applicants from other faiths and those without faith.

St John Ambulance Cymru will provide a full induction programme.

How to Apply

To apply, please read the recruitment pack (found by clicking 'download person specification') for further details about the role and submit your CV, together with a supporting statement outlining your interest in joining us, your specific area of interest and how you meet the required criteria to: trustee.recruit@sjacymru.org.uk.

Potential candidates with questions about this role are welcome to contact trustee.recruit@sjacymru.org.uk with their questions or to arrange an informal discussion .

The closing date for applications will be Friday 31st May 2024 at 5pm. The interview date is to be confirmed. This role is voluntary and unpaid but appropriate expenses will be met.

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