Board Trustee

Role and Responsibilities

As a Trustee, you will:

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure the charity fulfils its mission and objectives
• Support the executive team to drive the charity’s performance and impact
• Act as an ambassador for Rural Action, promoting our values and work within the region

Who Are We Looking For:

• Up to 5 new Trustees to join our Board
• Two of the 5 positions are open to Board apprentices e.g. those who may not have served on a charitable board before who would like the opportunity to gain experience over a 12-month period with the option for extension to a 3-year term on completion of the voluntary apprenticeship
• Open to individuals living in Northern Ireland or Ireland preferably with a rural background/interest in rural development; community development; cross border working and peace building

What We’re Looking For:

• A commitment to the aims and values of Rural Action
• Individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience
• Experience or a background in any of the following: governance, finance, communications (marketing/PR), social economy, income generation, IT (data management; cyber security), sustainability and the practical application of climate change initiatives within communities
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to think strategically and work collaboratively