Trustee Vacancy

We are looking for committed individuals to strengthen our existing Board.  We require dynamic and motivated people who are sympathetic to the aims and objectives of Y-gen to fulfil these voluntary duties.  Contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving strategic direction; setting overall policy; defining goals and setting targets; evaluating performance; ensuring the charity's effective and efficient administration and financial stability.  

On the basis of a recent skills audit, we would particularly welcome people with skills in the following areas:

• Marketing and communications
• Law
• Information technology
• Disabilities issues
• Business and social enterprise development (including bidding for tenders, contract negotiations, business planning, etc)

However, applications from people with relevant life experience, senior management or board experience are also very much encouraged.    

Trustees are expected to

• attend five meetings a year including quarterly Board meetings (all currently on Monday evenings) and an annual planning day;
• get involved in support work including fixed term projects;
• contribute advice and support on an ad hoc basis; and
• attend events.

All travel and out of pocket expenses will be paid.

How to apply:  Requests for further information should be made to hilda.fahey@y-gen.co.uk.  If you would like to express your interest in this position, please send a cover letter along with your CV.  Your CV will be considered by the Board and a response will be sent to you in writing.

Closing date:  open