If you are reading this, I encourage you to read on.
This is an invite to join you to consider applying to join our team of Dedicated Trustees at the Almshouse charity Emma Rice and W E J KNIGHT, Northampton.
If you have a passion about using your life skill to making a difference in your community, then those skills and your experience could help this charity thrive.
We are dedicated to providing affordable accommodation to those on low income living in Northampton. We offer a friendly and supportive environment for our residents and strive to maintain a sense of community spirit and mutual cooperation.
We are Looking for: Individuals with a variety of skills and backgrounds to help us achieve our mission. Whether you have experience in property management, finance, fundraising, or simply a strong commitment to our values, we’d love to hear from you!
Your Role:
• Assist with formulating and delivering the charity’s strategic aims.
• Maintain a collaborative and supportive relationship with our partner
• Attend regular Board Committee meetings (4 meetings per year usually last 90 minutes)
• Contribute to the life of the organization and help us build on our legacy
Our Values:
• Be friendly face for our residents.
• Listen to our staff and residents.
• Encourage a sense of community spirit and mutual cooperation.
• Take finances seriously to ensure a sustainable future.
• Promote courtesy and respect.
• Committed to inclusion.
• Work with the local authority in Northampton.
• Maintain integrity in everything we do.
How to Apply: If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your CV and a supporting statement to contact Robert Goulbourne at email Address rmgoulb4@btinternet.com or by phone on 01604 760928 between 10am and 4 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – there is no closing date. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Author: Robert Goulbourne
Chair of trustees
26 January 2025