Trustee Hospice - Volunteer

Trustee for Hospice – Volunteer

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Become a Trustee at Dougie Mac Hospice. Help shape the future of palliative and end‑of‑life care in Staffordshire. We’re seeking committed individuals who share our CARE values to support strong governance and help guide our all‑age hospice serving our local community.

• Make a real, lasting difference to local families at the most difficult times in their lives.
• Help shape services across a unique all‑age hospice.
• Join a values‑driven Board that works collaboratively and respectfully.
• Become part of a warm, passionate, community‑centred organisation.

The Board requires a broad mix of skill, experience and attributes to achieve the efficient and effective governance of the organisation. Trustees need the knowledge, experience, aptitude and commitment to make a significant contribution to the Board.

• Enables it to fulfil the objectives set out in the governing document.
• Utilises assets and resources for charitable purposes in line with the governing document.
• Gives due attention to charitable and company law.
• Adheres to the organisation’s philosophy and values.
• Upholds the reputation of the organisation.

Trustees collectively:

• Provide strategic leadership and help shape organisational priorities.
• Ensure our resources are used effectively and in line with charitable objectives.
• Oversee organisational performance, risk management and financial sustainability.
• Support and challenge the Executive Team to deliver high‑quality care.
• Uphold our values and safeguard the reputation of the hospice.
• Act as ambassadors for Dougie Mac in the community and within their networks.

• Senior leadership or board‑level decision‑making experience.
• Strategy, governance or risk management experience.
• Healthcare, palliative care or wider public sector services experience.
• Finance, investment or commercial management experience.
• HR, workforce, organisational development or culture experience.
• Digital, data or information governance experience.
• Community engagement, fundraising or voluntary sector work experience.

Above all, you should bring curiosity, integrity, compassion, and the confidence to both support and constructively challenge.

• 4 Board Meetings per year.
• 2–4 Committee or Trading Board meetings.
• The AGM.
• The Annual Trustee Away Day.

Additional preparation time and occasional hospice events are also expected. Out‑of‑pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Trustees are voluntary and cannot pursue personal benefits from their position.