DCT Trustee

Could you be our new Trustee?

Could you help us support communities in Devon to thrive?

Devon Communities Together is recruiting for two new Trustees to join our dynamic Board of Trustees. With the pending restructure of our council networks across the county, this is your opportunity to help shape the future direction of our charity and ensure that the voices of Devon’s rural and coastal communities are heard loud and clear. Being a Trustee of a charity is a great way of using your experience and enthusiasm to make a difference to people’s lives, meet new people and even learn some new skills along the way.

What does our Board of Trustees do?

Our Board members have a dual legal role as Trustees of the Charity and Company Directors. The Board takes a strategic overview of the organisation and provides guidance to our Executive Management staff team, on the financial and legal aspects of organisational management. As our new Trustee, you will play a key strategic role in shaping the future direction and sustainability of our charity. 

Trustee Requirements

The expected time commitment is approximately up to one day a month, attending various meetings and events on behalf of the charity and representing the organisation within your personal and professional networks. Trustees meet on a quarterly basis for an in person Board meeting, and will be asked to join a sub-committee which work on the same quarterly basis, meeting virtually. The board of Trustees also are invited to attend an all day in person away day annually, as well as the Annual General Meeting.


Trusteeship Benefits

You will benefit from the opportunity to impart your knowledge and expertise, develop valuable new skills, as well as meet and network with new colleagues, including our expert staff team. We provide opportunities for Trustees to join staff outings, public events, working groups and team meetings and training events if they wish to, providing regular trustee communications so that you feel part of our team. Above all, you will be providing valuable guidance to help DCT support communities all over Devon, helping us create positive change for thousands of people.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

Are you passionate about using your skills and experience to help shape the future of our charity? Perhaps you are looking for a new voluntary challenge. Whether you are an experienced Trustee, or wanting to take your first step at Board level, we would love to hear from you.

  • We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with digital or technology experience, ensuring we can support communities across Devon to adapt to and benefit from ongoing digital developments. 
  • We also welcome interest from those with experience in Marketing & Communications or Legal and HR, whose skills will help strengthen our governance, profile, and engagement with the communities we serve. 
About us

Devon Communities Together is the Rural Community Council for Devon, an independent Asset Based Community Development charity that supports communities all over Devon to create positive change. As part of the national network Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE), our vision is to inspire and support rural and coastal communities across Devon to be dynamic and sustainable places for people to live and work. We work together to achieve this vision through a wide range of innovative projects and impactful services that help communities and individuals to find solutions to the challenges they are facing.  To find out more about us, explore our website.  

What will be involved?

 As a Trustee, we will give you:

  • Induction, support and reimbursement of expenses
  • Opportunities to make strategic decisions, develop new skills, work as part of a team and network with new people
  • The opportunity to improve the lives and wellbeing of people living in Devon’s rural communities

The expected time commitment is approximately up to one day a month, attending various meetings and events on behalf of the charity and representing the organisation within your personal and professional networks

More information and apply

Trustee Information Pack

Please apply by sending your CV and an expression of interest covering letter to recruitment@devoncommunities.org.uk 

Closing date for applications: Monday 27th July 

Interviews: Week commencing 17th August

If you would like more information or to have an informal chat about the role, please contact us on recruitment@devoncommunities.org.uk or call 01392 248919.