Role Summary
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Scrutinising board papers
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Leading discussions
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Focusing on key issues
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Providing guidance on new initiatives
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Other issues in which the trustee has special expertise
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Understand the post is voluntary
Main roles of the Secretary Trustee
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To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
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To ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document
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To ensure the organisation uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects: the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are
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To contribute actively to the board of trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
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To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
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To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
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To ensure the financial stability of the organisation
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To protect and manage the property of the charity and to ensure the proper investment of the charity's funds
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If the charity employs staff, to appoint the chief executive officer and monitor his/her performance
Person Specification
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Commitment to the organisation
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Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
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Strategic vision
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Good, independent judgement
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Ability to think creatively
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Willingness to speak their mind
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Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
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Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Time Commitment
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The Board meets at least 4 times a year and is expected to be available for at least 3 in a year , if unable to attend they must make arrangements
- Attendance at award meetings or fundraising meetings is optional