Become a Trustee
About Age Cymru West Glamorgan
Age Cymru West Glamorgan is a local charity that delivers trusted, quality assured and person-centred support that promotes wellbeing and empowers people to age well.
Role Description:
To act as a member of the Board of Trustees which takes overall responsibility for the strategic direction for the organisation and achieve our vision that everyone in our communities should be able to age well and enjoy life.
We’re particularly looking for people with ‘lived experience’ who are over the age of 50, and have personal, firsthand experience of accessing services, or maybe you’ve worked in healthcare, social services, or other areas impacting people within our communities. We’d love to hear from you!
Hours: Regular Board meetings as needed – you will be expected to attend 8 meetings per year.
Reporting to: Chair of Trustees
What will I do?
- Think strategically and creatively to help the Charity achieve its vision.
- Make sound, independent judgments on key decisions facing the charity.
- Ask diligent questions and be able to challenge difficult issues.
- Understand your duties and responsibilities as a Charity Trustee.
What will I gain?
- The knowledge that you are helping to shape the vital work of the Charity.
What skills do I need?
- Have an empathy and understanding of the issues that affect older people.
- Can communicate effectively
- Are non-judgmental
- Are reliable and dependable
- Are willing to undertake training as necessary
- Are friendly and enjoy working as part of a team
- Have professional experience in areas such as business, law, marketing, accountancy etc.
Previous board/trustee experience is not necessary. We actively welcome members of the BAME and LGBTQ+ communities and local candidates who want to make a difference to older people.
To apply: Email core@agecymruwestglamorgan.org.uk to apply or to arrange a telephone call to discuss the role in more detail.
Recruitment Timetable
- Closing Date for Applications: Monday 16th June 2025 23:59
- Interviews conducted: Week beginning 7th July 2025
- Attend first board meeting as a Trustee on 22nd October 2025 09:00-16:30
Please note this is a voluntary position. Age Cymru West Glamorgan will reimburse volunteers for out-of-pocket travel costs including public transport costs.