Volunteer King George and Queen's Hospital Charity Trustees

What will you be doing?

To work with the Chair of what will be a newly independent charity to lead it into its new future as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).   You will work with the charity’s staff and partners to shape and deliver a bright future, building on the best of the current charity.  You will contribute to effective governance and leadership, ensuring the charity sets an ambitious strategy, achieves its goals, operates within the legal framework, and adheres to the charity's mission and values, all with reference to the Charity Governance Code. The charity is particularly keen to recruit experience and expertise in a range of areas including fundraising, finance, healthcare, or human resources, and people with local knowledge.

What are we looking for?

Essential Criteria Commitment: A strong commitment to the charity’s mission and values – keen to contribute to improving health and care, particularly for the communities of Barking, Havering and Redbridge. Integrity: High ethical standards and a commitment to acting in the best interests of the charity. Governance understanding: Knowledge and understanding of governance and the role of a trustee. Strategic vision: Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of the charity’s strategy. Financial literacy: Basic understanding of charity finance and budgeting. Team player: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support collective decision-making   Desirable Criteria Experience: Previous experience as a trustee or a comparable role, e.g. patient advocacy or other relevant positions demonstrating leadership and governance skills. Network: Ability to build professional relationships with stakeholders at various levels.

What difference will you make?

How we work The charity’s role is to fund projects that go beyond NHS funding to further enhance the hospital experience for all. The charity listens to the concerns, ideas and innovations of patients and staff and raises funds to help turn their great ideas into reality - making the hospital journey even better. Areas of support have focused on medical equipment, information and technology, comfort and the environment, and research and training. To be able to fund projects, we fundraise in different ways, organising events, challenges, and campaigns that inspire our community to come together and make a positive impact. We rely on the generosity of people and organisations to make our work possible - every donation counts and helps us improve the health and wellbeing of those going through challenging times.  Some of our bigger events are shown below, and there are many other ways – big and small - to join in and support the charity. As a Trustee you will be expected to champion and promote our fundraising efforts – but skydiving is optional!

 Experience the thrill of The Big Charity Skydive - an adrenaline-pumping adventure like no other! Join The Big Charity Mud Run -  it’s a fun run but a tough run! You too can go to the ball – this year with a Moulin Rouge theme!