Position Description

OUR BOARD’S REQUIREMENTS

Our new Trustees will have diverse skillsets and experience. Currently, we are particularly keen to hear from candidates with expertise in finance or accountancy, human resources and people management, income generation, commercial fundraising, marketing, social media and communications, as well as those with lived experience of the services we supply or issues we address.

Prior board-level experience is not essential. A Role Description will be supplied on application. New Trustees will be inducted.

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to serve as Board Member/Trustee of a charity.

You must not:

• Have an unspent conviction for an offence involving dishonesty or deception.
• Be declared bankrupt or be subject to bankruptcy restrictions.
• Have an individual voluntary arrangement (IVA) with a creditor.
• Be disqualified or barred from acting as a trustee under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
• Have been removed or disqualified as a company director or charity trustee because of wrongdoing.

REMUNERATION
Unpaid; but expenses consistent with the Charity’s Trustee Expenses Policy will be reimbursed.

TIME COMMITMENT
Involve Northwest’s Board meets in person and online regularly throughout the year; active participation and preparation are essential. In person meetings are Wirral based.

In practice the time commitment is usually:

• Attending at least four in person Board meetings per year of circa 3 hours each, plus advance reading papers and preparation.
• An annual Away Day which incorporates the Charity’s AGM – estimated 6 hours plus advance reading papers and preparation.
• Leading a working group on a particular area (for example safeguarding, finance, EDI,
  fundraising/communications). This is subject to the Board’s needs and your interests.
• Participating in occasional additional meetings (for example recruitment panels or where immediate decisions are required). These may be in person or online and are largely subject to individual Trustee’s availability.

TERM LENGTH

• Initial term: 3 years.
• Reappointment: re-election is possible.
• Process: Appointment and reappointment of Trustees is set out in the Charity’s Articles of Association.
• Be disqualified or barred from acting as a trustee under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

Selection Criteria

YOUR QUALITIES
Successful candidates will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Empathy with our service users
• Sound judgement and strategic thinking
• A willingness to share their views clearly and candidly.
• An openness to listening to others and new ideas
• Enthusiasm for the work our charity does
• A willingness to advocate for our mission.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Trustees are collectively accountable as the Charity’s governing body (led by the Chair and working with the Senior Management Team) to ensure effective financial and operational oversight, delivery on the Charity’s objectives and strategic forward planning.

BENEFITS

The role offers the opportunity to:

• Learn: about governance, financial oversight, risk management, and strategic planning—alongside experienced individuals. You will also almost certainly learn new skills.
• Make a difference: You get to “give back” and contribute to a cause you are passionate about.
• Build a diverse network: you will build connections with people from different professional backgrounds, industries, and sectors that you might not normally meet.
• Give Back: It is one of the most effective ways to contribute to your local community.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter of no more than 500 words to recruitment@involvenorthwest.org.uk, telling us why you want to be a Trustee and what you would bring to the role. If you prefer, you can send a video of up to 2 minutes instead of the accompanying letter.

We are committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you require any adjustments or other accommodations or support during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Application Deadline: Friday 15th May 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 15th June 2026

Email for applications: recruitment@involvenorthwest.org.uk

Contact: Should you wish to have a conversation with our Chair before applying, contact our Chair of Trustees, Alan Barr, at boardchair@involvenorthwest.org.uk

Involve Northwest is committed to the welfare and safety of all individuals, particularly those who are vulnerable or at risk. We recognise our responsibility to protect the well-being of children, young people, and adults who may come into contact with our charity and its projects. We have a clear Safer Recruitment Policy in place, which is applied to all staff, including third-party individuals and volunteers.