Trustee – Men’s Sheds

Posted on: September 10, 2021

Our Board of Trustees have the overall responsibility for setting the vision and strategic direction of this membership organisation, with a shared passion for continuous improvement and drive to make a positive impact on Shedders across the UK.

We are seeking three (3) new individuals to contribute to the Men’s Sheds movement through their knowledge, expertise and experience. Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the UKMSA, its financial health and the probity of its activities in accordance with our constitution, legal and regulatory guidelines.

We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in any of the following areas:

  • Human Resources and people development
  • National organisational development and risk management
  • Increasing awareness and campaigns
  • IT solutions
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Legal

The Trustees are particularly seeking representation from people with diverse cultural and ethnic heritage to better reflect the UK population as we strive for a Men’s Shed for everyone who needs or wants to attend one.

Successful applicants must be able to attend a minimum of four (4) face to face Board meetings, the organisation’s AGM and one (1) Strategic Planning day per year.  We encourage trustees to represent the charity at public events and take an active part in promotional activities as well.

Trustees are ambassadors for UK Men’s Sheds and champion its vision, mission, members and volunteers.

Please note this is an unpaid position although reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

All applications must be received by 10am on Friday 24th September 2021.

For a conversation or specific questions around these roles please contact the Chairman, John Latchford, by email on john.latchford@ukmsa.org.uk.

For an application pack click the downloads below, or email admin@ukmsa.org.uk.

Apply here.

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