People and Culture Trustee

People and Culture Trustee

Posted for FareShare Sussex & Surrey

Posted by Community Works

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FareShare Sussex & Surrey is looking for a new Trustee to join our Board, with experience in people and culture, HR and/or safeguarding.

We are a charity with a big role to play across Sussex & Surrey. Our mission is to maximise the social value of surplus food and channel it through strong local community partners, so people experiencing hardship can access good, nutritious food with dignity, organisations can thrive, waste and emissions are reduced, and our region becomes more resilient and connected.

We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual with a strong team ethos, to expand the range of trustee skills and build on existing ones. 

As a Trustee, you will share responsibility for the governance and direction of FareShare Sussex & Surrey. You will help shape our priorities and plans, provide constructive challenge and support to the Senior Leadership Team, and bring your experience and perspective to important decisions about the future of the organisation. 

Benefits

This is a friendly Board with a good track record of teamwork and fun.

Expenses are paid. 

Practical Considerations

Trustees are expected to:

• Attend up to four Board meetings each year. Meetings take place on Tuesday evenings, alternating between online and in person.
• Contribute to one working group, usually involving 4-6 meetings a year of up to two hours.
• Develop a good understanding of FareShare Sussex & Surrey and the context in which we work.
• Provide advice and support to our Senior Leadership Team where appropriate.
• Attend occasional events and represent the charity where relevant.

This is a voluntary role.

What skills do I need?

We are particularly looking for experience in:

• People and culture, including HR
• Safeguarding.

You don’t need previous Trustee or Board experience. What matters is the experience and perspective you can bring, your willingness to ask questions and contribute constructively, and your interest in the work we do.

We absolutely want our Board to reflect the communities we work in and would particularly welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.