Trustee recruitment
Trustees are responsible for guiding and governing Citizens Advice Wigan Borough (CAWB), ensuring that we fulfil our purpose and operate effectively and that we’re complying with laws and regulations. Trustees work with the Chief Officer to shape the strategy and direction of our charity.
Seeking people to join our Board of Trustees
Do you live or work in Wigan Borough and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you enthusiastic, willing to work in a team and have approximately 4-6 hours per month spare?
Do you want to be part of a forward thinking organisation which cares about people and strives to make a positive difference to people’s lives?
Are you able to respect views, values and cultures that are different from your own?
We are looking for people who are non-judgemental with good interpersonal and communication skills, independent judgement and a willingness to give their time and commitment to being a trustee.
Trustees are unpaid but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Our Board meets on a quarterly basis, in person at our office in Leigh (Tuesdays 5pm to 7.30pm). Sub-committee and working groups also meet 4-6 times per year. You will need approximately 2-3 hours to prepare for meetings the week before the meeting.
In addition to this, you will need to spend some time checking and answering occasional emails, and attend an annual planning day.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from ethnically diverse communities.
Citizens Advice Wigan Borough is an independent charity which helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems and by influencing policy makers.
Further information and applying
Please send your CV along with your completed application form (available on our website at cawb.org.uk/volunteering), to Lisa Kidston, Chief Officer at headoffice@cawb.org.uk.
For an informal chat with the Chair of Trustees, please email r.brameld@cawb.org.uk.