Why Not Get More Involved?

You know about Choices and Rights, maybe you’ve even used some of our services or think we should do more? Well, why not get involved in the running of the organisation? We are always on the look out for disabled people to become more involved and one of the best ways is to join our Trustee Board.

So, what does the Trustee Board do?

Basically, it ensures that the organisation is working in the way it should, both legally and morally. Below are some of the key tasks that the Trustee Board has to deal with. Don’t be put off, it doesn’t mean that you have to understand all of them straight away! We will also provide support and free training if required.

What’s in it for me?

Well, we will pay your travel expenses and out of pocket expenses for any duties you carry out for Choices and Rights. But more importantly, it means that you gain experience in a wide range of issues that you find useful for employment, training or just to give you a voice in a leading organisation run by disabled people.

What are we asking you to do?

  • To work with all members of the Trustee Board to meet the objectives of Choices and Rights.
  • To support the chair in ensuring that Board meetings are conducted smoothly and efficiently
  • To guide staff in what new areas of work, Choices and Rights should be looking at.
  • To support the chair in ensuring that all members of Choices and Rights are able to have their say where appropriate.
  • To attend Choices and Rights Disability Board meetings when possible (up to 5 a year)

So, what do I do if I am interested?

Basically, Board’s members are elected each year at our Annual General Meeting.  But, if you are interested, please complete the enclosed nomination form, or ring the office and speak to Mark Baggley. He will be able to discuss it in more detail with you and you may be able to attend a meeting to see how it works. Mark can be contacted on Hull (01482) 878778.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Get in touch; we’d love to hear from you!

KEY TASKS FOR THE TRUSTEE BOARD.

FINANCIAL

  • Monitoring the budget.
  • Understanding and approving the accounts.
  • Managing the financial status of the organisation.
  • Establishing a funding strategy and assisting the Treasurer.
  • Looking for opportunities for fundraising and sponsorship.

LEGAL

  • Maintaining and amending the constitution.
  • Implementing, monitoring, and assessing Coalition policies including Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality, etc.
  • Supporting and assisting staff as required.
  • Ensuing that decisions taken at board meetings, etc are implemented within a reasonable agreed time period.
  • Contributing to and supporting any disciplinary or grievance process.

REPRESENTATION

  • Representing the Coalition on external bodies (both voluntary and statutory sector).
  • Establishing and contributing to sub committees and advisory groups.
  • Establishing key public relations.
  • Listening and representing the views of our members.
  • Safeguarding the image and values of the Coalition.

PUBLICITY

  • Promoting the work of the Coalition including the Centre for Independent Living Services.

QUALITIES REQUIRED

  • Commitment to the values and objectives of Choices and Rights.
  • Willing to give adequate time and energy to the duties of being a trustee to attend meetings and accept responsibility for key tasks.
  • Act with integrity and avoid or declare personal conflicts of interest.
  • Confidentiality – everything seen and heard has to remain private and confidential.
  • Impartiality – the ability to work with everyone and adhere to our Equal Opportunity Policy.

 

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