Community Southwark is recruiting members of the Board of Trustees.
We are a registered charity and a Company Limited by Guarantee. Our Board has 10 members out of a possible 12. We continuously review governance structures and aim for a diverse and inclusive board with the skills and experience needed to represent the borough and Community Southwark.
We’re looking for trustees who
- are committed to Community Southwark and the wider Voluntary and Community Sector
- have a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
- have strategic vision and good, independent judgment
- think creatively
- are willing to speak their mind
- have understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- work effectively as a member of a team
- agree with and follow Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
One of the trustee roles requires experience in charity finance and accountancy, and the other requires experience in mental health and/or disability.
Workload
As a general guide, serving on the board will require at least the equivalent of 6/7 days’ work per year, including the following meetings:
- Full Board meetings; four per annum, ideally in person (usually the last Tuesday of the month, from 5.30pm to 7.00pm)
- Subcommittee meetings, where appropriate, no more than four per year.
- Annual General Meeting (two hours in December)
- Trustee/Staff strategy day, 1-2 per year (full days)
- Induction (half day)
Term of Office
The term of office for elected trustees is three years. At the end of this period, trustees may be nominated for a further three-year term. No trustee shall serve for more than six consecutive years.
Application Process
If you would like to apply for either trustee role, please email anood@communitysouthwark.org by 5pm on 31st March 2025 with
- A letter, maximum of two sides of A4, outlining why you are interested in the role and how your experience and skills would be helpful
- Closing date for applications is 5pm on 31st March 2025
- Interviews will be held during the weeks of 21st and 28th April 2025
