Recruiting two co-opted trustees 2025

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Our trustees steer our strategic direction. Their primary role is to ensure that we fulfil our charitable objectives and that the income we receive is applied effectively.

Most of our trustees are elected by our members for an initial three-year term, with the option of being elected for a further (and final) second term of three years. Co-opted trustee roles are open to non-members of the Chartered Institute. The Board also has co-opted trustees who can apply to join the Board when it identifies skills or experience it would value bringing on board to support the Chartered Institute. 

We are now recruiting to two co-opted vacancies to our Board of Trustees from September 2025. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Fundraisers should represent the communities they work in and the donors they work with. We want an equal, diverse and inclusive profession. We are working to break down the barriers that exist in our sector that create unequal workplaces. We particularly welcome applications from members who are significantly underrepresented in our sector. Our trustees play a crucial role in supporting us to deliver our vision for excellent fundraising for a better world.

Criteria

We ask that you demonstrate how you meet the following criteria:  

We are particularly looking for someone who is passionate about growing giving and championing fundraising to Boards, senior teams and sector leaders. Experience of working for a large fundraising organisation would also be beneficial.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Time commitment

Four in-person Board meetings per year plus an Away Day, attendance at our Fundraising Convention and AGM (virtual). Board meetings will be held at our London office. Trustees will need to allow sufficient reading and preparation time for meetings and should anticipate the total time commitment averaging approximately one day per month.​ 

Trustees are also asked to sit on one governance sub-committee. Meetings are held virtually up to four times per year, depending on committee.​ 

Trustees are also expected, on occasion, to represent the Chartered Institute at various events and meetings with key internal and external stakeholders. ​ 

Trustees will be provided with a comprehensive induction programme including training.​ 

Remuneration

The role of Trustee is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed. ​

Location

UK. Board meetings, away-days and strategy sessions will be held in person at our London office, although occasional meetings may be held virtually.  Occasional UK-wide travel may be required. ​

Length of term

This is a three-year term, with the possibility of re-appointment for a further three-year term. ​

Reporting to

Chair of Trustees.

The deadline for applications is Friday 13th June. 

To apply for a co-opted trustee position, please click here. 

We also welcome applications to be submitted via video or audio file. If you have questions about any aspect of the role or application process, please contact melissaa@ciof.org.uk 

The Chartered Institute of Fundraising (Chartered Institute) of Canopi, 82 Tanner Street, London SE1 3GN is the data controller. 

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