Demelza Charity is seeking high calibre individuals to join our team of Trustees.
Demelza is an inclusive organisation, and we are committed to building a representative workplace, ensuring that we reflect the diversity of the children, families, and communities we support. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions at Demelza and we celebrate the value of difference.
You do not need previous Trustee experience. We offer comprehensive training, and we pay all out of pocket expenses. Time commitment is up to 3 days every 3 months, broken down into meetings of around 2 hours and reading papers beforehand. All dates are given one year in advance.
This year we have added targeting to our general trustee recruitment by looking for talented individuals with expertise in the following specific areas, to support our vital work in providing expert palliative and end of life care to babies, children and young people and support to their families.
We seek candidates with retail expertise to support with our trading and retailing activities.
You will:
•Through support and advice, strengthen and advance an ambitious retail strategy to improve our retail operations and increase revenue streams
•Collaborate with a diverse team to ensure our retail activities support the overall goals of Demelza and benefit the children and families that access our services.
•Leverage your retail knowledge to drive initiations and partnerships
To arrange an informal chat with Lavinia Jarrett, Chief Executive, please contact Nikki Dunnicliffe, Executive Assistant ().
To apply, please provide a cover letter of no more than 500 words and a CV, using the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Approximate time commitment – a total of three days per quarter minimum.
Closing date – Friday 16th May 2025
Interview dates – Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Demelza greatly values the benefits of a diverse team and embraces diversity, equality, and inclusion in all areas of its work. We are committed to building a diverse and authentic workplace, ensuring that our team reflects the diversity of the children and families we support. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds.
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An enhanced DBS Disclosure check may be taken dependant on role. Demelza is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No 1039651. Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To see how we process your data, please visit our website and view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.