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Join Our Trustee Board - Make a Difference with North and West - Voluntary Position

Gloucester

North and West Gloucestershire Citizens Advice (N&WGCA) is seeking passionate individuals to join our Trustee Board. As a trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our organisation and ensuring we continue to provide high-quality, accessible advice to those who need it most. The Board currently meets 6 times a year for full board meetings, we also hold a strategy day. In addition, trustees can contribute at both a local and national level in their specialist areas.

What Does a Trustee Do?

Our trustees are responsible for:

• Setting the strategic direction of Citizens Advice
• Ensuring sound governance and overseeing financial and operational performance
• Supporting our management team, who lead day-to-day service delivery

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in your local community.

Who Are We Looking For?

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. In addition to the skills and knowledge required for the responsibilities outlined above, we would love to hear from you if you bring lived experience or expertise in any of the following areas:

• Equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Marketing and fundraising
• Property management
• The charity sector
• Networking – Connections to useful individuals or organisations e.g. high net worth individuals, local government, NHS

We are particularly interested in local individuals who have knowledge of the North and West Gloucestershire area and have previously used our services. We also strongly encourage young people and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply, as we are committed to enhancing the diversity of our trustee board. Your perspective will help strengthen our work and broaden our reach.

Why Join Us?

By becoming a trustee, you will:

• Champion our mission and help shape the future of our services
• Support a well-established and respected charity making a tangible difference
• Develop new skills and experience in governance and leadership
• Work alongside passionate and skilled professionals
• Play a crucial role in advocacy and social change
• Make a difference in your local community

What Our Trustees Say

“You’ll work with new and interesting people as part of a friendly and professional team,
supported by a national network. Your life experience is as valuable as any formal skill or
qualification. Seeing what our staff and volunteers achieve is incredible, and you’ll gain great
personal satisfaction from being involved.”

If you are committed to fairness, social justice, and supporting people to improve their lives, we would love to hear from you. We’re a welcoming trustee board. Join us in making a difference at North & West Gloucestershire Citizens Advice!

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter by clicking on Apply Now, explaining why you
are interested in our organisation and in joining our Trustee Board.

If you would like an informal discussion before applying, we can arrange this - please contact
Jessica Ford via details to the right of this advert to schedule a meeting with
one of our trustees.

For more information of the role description visit our website .

Application Deadline: 18th April 2025. Please note we will interview suitable candidates
before this date if appropriate
Interview Location: Messenger House, Gloucester

We look forward to hearing from you!

Salary: UNPAID

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