The client is seeking a Board Trustee with fundraising experience for voluntary, unremunerated roles based in Ireland, specifically in the West of Ireland.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can engage with management and attend periodic in-person board meetings.
The client provides accessible mental health services, including online and in-person counselling in Galway and Mayo, and has delivered over 9,000 counselling sessions in 2024.
These services cover various areas such as couples, youth, addiction, bereavement, and general counselling, as well as play and art therapy.
The purpose of the board expansion is to enhance the strategic direction and governance of the client.
Board roles involve becoming a director of the company, with members expected to regularly attend and actively participate in board meetings and committees.
The board meets ten times a year, along with an AGM, utilizing a mix of in-person and remote formats.
Board members are expected to share their knowledge and build effective relationships with other members to ensure the board's successful operation.
The new trustee will join existing members to initiate and manage strategic assignments, contributing to the overall functioning of the board.
The ideal candidate for this trustee role should have extensive knowledge and experience in fundraising, with a track record of securing funds from both state-supported bodies and private sectors.
They should also have experience managing sponsorship relationships and demonstrating an aptitude for marketing within the not-for-profit sector.
Additionally, candidates should have proven skills in utilizing social media for fundraising and promoting the clients services.
This role offers the opportunity to leverage professional skills for impactful change in mental health services.