Volunteer Trustee / Branch Secretary (Chichester)
The RSPCA Sussex West Branch is looking to recruit a volunteer Trustee / Branch Secretary.
Overview of the role
To provide governance and strategic direction to the charity. To attend monthly trustee meetings, mostly in the evening. Trustees are expected to make a practical hands on contribution and to commit sufficient time to read papers prior to meetings and participate in email/phone communication between meetings and other activities as required so that they have a good understanding of the charity’s work overall. The trustee will also fulfil the role of the Branch Secretary:
- To circulate the agenda and reports for trustee meetings and take the minutes of the monthly meetings.
- To act as a point of contact for the Branch members and Friends of Mount Noddy.
- To arrange the Annual General Meeting as per RSPCA Branch Rules. This includes the compilation and distribution of appropriate forms to be received by the Membership, before the AGM which is usually held in June.
You will have the following skills and experience:
- A passion for animals and a commitment to make a difference
- Good communication skills including IT
- Ability to take accurate minutes of meetings
- The ability to make things happen
It’s a great way to meet people who share your enthusiasm and passion for animal welfare. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain valuable trustee experience, shape local strategy, and most importantly make a real difference to the lives of animals.
About us
The charity is a self-funded independent registered charity and branch of the National RSPCA, working locally to achieve our purpose of promoting kindness and preventing cruelty to animals. The charity is based in Eartham, West Sussex where it owns and operates Mount Noddy Animal Centre. The main activity is rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming local cats and dogs in need of care and a new forever home. We work with the local RSPCA inspectorate taking in cats and dogs who have been ill-treated, many requiring veterinary treatment, or animals who, for no fault of their own, are homeless or can’t stay with their present owners for a variety of reasons.
This is a volunteer, unremunerated role with responsibility under Charity Law as a trustee and RSPCA Branch Rules. Further information on the role of a trustee can be found on the Charity Commission website where you can download leaflet CC3 the Essential Trustee – What you Need to Know.
To apply:
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement that outlines your personal motivation for becoming a trustee and how your skills and experience would add value to the Board and any other relevant information. Send an email to: maureen.falloon@rspcasussexwest.org.uk.