1. Governance: Actively participate in the governance and strategic direction of the charity, ensuring our Purpose, Aims, Vision and Values and objectives are upheld. 2. Financial oversight: Provide oversight and scrutiny of the charity's financial management, ensuring resources are used efficiently and in alignment with our purpose. 3. Fundraising: Support fundraising efforts, contribute to the development of fundraising strategies, and assist in securing resources for our activities, service, programs and initiatives. 4. Committee participation: Serve on specific committees or working groups as needed, leveraging your skills and expertise to advance our objectives. 5. Ambassador: Act as a figurehead for the organisation, representing us at various events and activities
* Fundraising events
* Fundraising research / Bid writing
* Fundraising strategy, You don't need any previous trustee experience, just time, passion and relevant insight into fundraising., An extensive background in fundraising; preferably working or having worked in a support and/or campaigning charity.
* Passion for improving the lives of people with stomas.
* Good understanding of charity accounts, fundraising best practice, the charity sector and our operating environment.
* A strong commitment to the charity's purpose and values.
* The willingness and ability to dedicate time and effort to fulfill your trustee responsibilities - be generous with your support, offer your skills, expertise, and networks; be willing to challenge the status quo and ask questions.
* Relevant additional skills, experience, or expertise that can benefit the trustee role (e.g. lived experience, financial, legal, marketing, HR, campaigning, volunteering, PR etc.).
Colostomy UK is a national charity that offers support and advice to people who have had any type of stoma surgery (ostomates) and to their friends, families and carers. Our projects help empower ostomates to return to sports, hobbies and other activities after their surgery and give them the confidence to take on fresh challenges. We also advocate for ostomates' rights and are their voice on the bigger issues. Our campaigns raise awareness of 'life with a stoma' and encourage organisations to make their facilities and people more inclusive