Involve Voluntary Action in Mid Devon Request

Organisation Description

We are Mid Devon’s Council for Voluntary Service, supporting and promoting voluntary and community action across Mid Devon. Involve aims to help communities in Mid Devon to be more resilient, improving the lives of citizens. We support existing and evolving charities, voluntary organisations, and community groups across Mid Devon and further the development and sustainability of local voluntary and community action in Mid Devon. We work with individuals, groups and organisations to promote, support and develop capacity and services in the community and to help individuals to feel they are valued members of their community with something meaningful to contribute.

What are they looking for?

The Involve management committee consists of a small group of Trustees and the Chief Officer who meets four times a year typically for two hours, face to face and online. One meeting is usually combined with our AGM.
Typically, this volunteer role will entail a maximum of 20 hours per annum. We prefer someone who can attend at least 2 meetings in person per year but otherwise work remotely.
The role will appeal to someone who wants to help govern a charity and give time, skills, and expertise to help others and make a difference in their community.
We are looking for a new Trustee who has gained knowledge and skills through direct involvement in the voluntary sector, the public sector, or business in the area of Finance with expertise in accounting, budgeting and financial management who would be interested in taking on the role of treasurer alongside with:
• the ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• effective communication skills and willingness to participate in discussions.
• an ability to challenge current thinking, the method of governance and management of the organisation in a constructive manner.