Girlguiding Cymru is looking to expand our Board of Trustees.

Could you be interested in joining us?

We are looking for additional trustees to join the Girlguiding Cymru Trustee Board who have a variety of skills and knowledge including a member aged 18-30. 

Are you looking to broaden your volunteering experience?

Do you have experience, skills or knowledge in Risk Management or Equality, Diversity and Inclusion or the Welsh Language or Governance and Charity Law?

You do not need to have all the above skills and knowledge.
If you feel that you could make a contribution to Girlguiding Cymru by becoming a Trustee then please consider applying to join the Board.

 Please submit your application using the form to Rachael at Girlguiding Cymru.

Our governing document can be found here.

Our Board of Trustees, use their mixture of skills and experiences to lead Girlguiding Cymru and shape our future.

Our trustees govern Girlguiding Cymru, set its strategic direction and priorities, and ensure that we work within the legal, charitable and financial requirements of the Charity Commission.

Trustees have three main areas of responsibilities, which are: 

Compliance

This means making sure that

  • The charity follows charity law and meets all legal requirements, including reporting.

  • The charity follows the rules of its governing document, also known as its constitution, and stays true to its charitable purpose.

  • Trustees act with integrity and avoid any conflict of interest, or misuse of the charity’s funds or other assets.

Duty of prudence

Prudence means using sound judgement, and your duty of prudence means you must make sure 

  • Girlguiding Cymru is financially solvent and will remain so.

  • Funds and assets are only used towards the charity’s goals

  • Avoid risk to finances and the charity’s reputation.

  • Care is taken when investing funds.

Duty of care

This includes 

  • Using reasonable care and skill to make sure the charity is well run.

  • Getting expert advice where there’s a potential risk to the charity, or where trustees may be in breach of their duties.