At a glance

Skills

Governance
Strategic development and planning
Legal

Where

Plymouth, PL1 2DH

Mainly at home

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week 8 meetings a year and ad hoc support required in between meetings. Ideally Trustees should be local to charity, but remote working is possible.

Deadline

31 Jan 2025

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Largest refugee support organisation in the South West are seeking a Trustee with experience in immigration and asylum law.

What will you be doing?

Trustees ensure that we have a clear strategy, and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Our trustees are extremely important part of our governance and play an integral role in the development of DCRS.

As we have recently opened a Legal Aid section and with all the national legal changes, we are particularly interested in recruiting a Trustee with experience in immigration and asylum law.

What are we looking for?

Skills and Experience:

Legal experience in immigration and asylum law.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Personal Attributes:

Commitment to the values and mission of DCRS.
Integrity, objectivity, and a commitment to ethical practice.
Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
Resilience and adaptability in a changing environment.

What difference will you make?

Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of asylum seekers and refugees.
Develop and utilize your skills in a meaningful context.
Work with a passionate and dedicated team.
Networking opportunities within the charity and non-profit sector.

Before you apply

The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support with their Trustee recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.

To apply please submit your CV along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and your suitability for the role.

Please send applications and enquiries to: trusteeworks@reachvolunteering.org.uk

The closing date for applications is Friday 31 January 2025.

DCRS is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

DCRS Trustee Candidate Pack.pdf

About Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support

Causes

Refugees / migrants

Organisation type:

Charity

Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support provides a walk-in centre in Plymouth offering needs-led, practical assistance to asylum seekers.

At DCRS, we believe that the process of claiming...

Trustee with legal experience