St Francis Dogs Home is seeking a dedicated and experienced Volunteer HR Trustee to join our Board of Trustees. This is an exciting opportunity to use your HR expertise to support the governance and strategic direction of a well-established animal welfare charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need.
As our HR Trustee, you will provide guidance on people-related matters, helping to ensure the charity follows good employment practices, remains compliant with relevant employment legislation, and continues to foster a positive and inclusive working environment for staff and volunteers. Your expertise will play an important role in supporting the long-term success and sustainability of the charity.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic HR advice and guidance to the Board of Trustees.
- Support the development and review of HR policies, procedures and best practices.
- Ensure the charity remains compliant with current employment legislation and governance requirements.
- Advise on recruitment, retention and succession planning for staff and volunteers.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing across the organisation.
- Support the Board in overseeing performance management, employee relations and organisational development where appropriate.
- Contribute to discussions on organisational strategy, culture and workforce planning.
- Attend regular Trustee Board meetings and actively participate in decision-making.
- Act as an ambassador for St Francis Dogs Home, supporting its mission and values.
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working in Human Resources, ideally in a senior HR or HR management role.
- A good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Strategic thinking skills with the ability to provide objective advice and challenge constructively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to good governance and ethical decision-making.
- An interest in supporting animal welfare and the work of St Francis Dogs Home.
- Previous trustee or charity experience is welcome but not essential, as guidance and support will be provided.
What You'll Gain
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of rescue dogs and the people who care for them.
- The chance to use your professional HR skills to support a respected local charity.
- Experience of charity governance and strategic leadership.
- The opportunity to work alongside a passionate and committed Board of Trustees.
If you are passionate about people, governance and animal welfare, we'd love to hear from you. Join St Francis Dogs Home as our Volunteer HR Trustee and help us build a strong, supportive organisation that enables us to continue changing dogs' lives for the better.
Please email [email protected] for an informal chat.
Pay: £1.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
