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Organisation: and for all decisions made by the Board. They set the strategic direction for the organisation, ensuring alignment with the Foodbank’s values and are responsible for setting organisational policy, defining goals, agreeing the financial plan, evaluating performance and ensuring that strong relationships are maintained between the Trustees and the Management and Volunteer Team. Trustees are expected to attend Board meetings, which are held 6 times per year, typically on the third Tuesday of alternate months between 5pm and 7pm. Trustees are also expected to undertake additional work for the charity between meetings, subject to their availability and skill set, for example representing the Charity at local events or with partnership organisations. The Trustee role is voluntary and unremunerated, though reasonable expenses can be reimbursed. What we are looking for: We are particularly interested in people with fundraising expertise who can help shape and strengthen our long-term financial future. You will play a key strategic role in supporting our fundraising vision and strategy, provide strategic input into fundraising plans and campaigns as well as support and advice on income generation, donor engagement and partnerships. We are seeking someone who wants to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst supporting the Foodbank to provide emergency food to those who find themselves in crisis. We are committed to building a diverse Board of Trustees and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience or professional or other knowledge of food poverty. Close Download Organisation St Albans & District Foodbank View profile Registered Charity 1 – 5 St Albans & District Foodbank is an independent local charity and part of the Trussell community. We provide emergency food alongside practical advice View profile
Location: St Albans (Hybrid)
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