Wintercomfort is seeking to appoint new Trustees to our Board of Trustees. We are particularly looking for a Charity Secretary (training provided) to support the effective governing of the charity but are also interested in hearing from people with knowledge and experience of the homelessness sector or with HR skills and expertise.
Trustees
Location: Cambridge, CB4 1EG
Time Commitment: Attending Board meetings (currently we schedule five a year).
Attending strategy and training days (approximately half a day once or twice a year).
Wintercomfort is an advice and support hub for homeless and vulnerably housed people in Cambridge. Open daily throughout the year, we provide services to aid every stage of recovery - from immediate basic welfare needs to long-term help people overcome challenges and fulfil their potential. We offer housing and tenancy support, debt advice, support with training and employment, access to a range of mental and physical health services, a dedicated women’s programme, and extensive work to promote social inclusion.
We are looking for people to join an experienced and passionate Board of Trustees who work collaboratively in providing strategic oversight and governance of Wintercomfort, to ensure its financial stability and that it achieves its mission. You will have a strong empathy with our values and be willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
This is a voluntary, unpaid, position for an initial term of 3 years. Reasonable travel expenses can be paid.
We are welcoming applications until 5pm on Monday 23rd December 2024.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
