Chair Role

This is a part-time volunteer role. The Chair will be responsible for leading the monthly committee meetings, overseeing various operations and promoting the mission of the rescue.

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Requirements:

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• Lead the committee of trustees

• Commitment to promoting the mission and values of RATS Animal Rescue

• Ensure smooth running of board meetings

• Strong people skills are essential

• Promote and ensure good governance and compliance

• Work closely with the bookkeeper, treasurer and auditor on all financial matters - a strong financial understanding is important

• Development of a forward-looking business plan and strategy for the charity

• Spearhead charity-specific initiatives as required e.g. the redevelopment of the kennels facility in Hertfordshire

• Attend key fundraising events throughout the year in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

• Ability to unify the charity and bring the key areas of the charity together

• Strong communication and project management skills

• Support all trustees as required

• Willingness to attend monthly trustee meetings in person

• Prior experience of having been a charity trustee or similar role