We are looking for volunteers to join our board of trustees to help lead the charity and support the management team in developing our services and securing the vital resources we need to meet demand. We seek enthusiastic individuals who can spare a few hours a month alongside any existing role or commitments. In particular, we are currently looking for someone who would be willing to chair the board as our current chair Peter Evans has been in the role for six years. Peter intends to continue as a trustee and will be available for a full hand over. For more information on the role of Chair, click here.
Our aim is for a diverse board who represent our population and all those that use our services. No specific skills or experience required, but ideally applicants will live, study or work in or nearby the areas we service.
Our board comes from many different backgrounds. What they all share is a passion for representing the local community and the diversity of clients who benefit from our free and impartial advice.
This is an unpaid role but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed. A role as a trustee can provide you with a great deal of experience and satisfaction, the opportunity to develop your skills, and utilise any expertise and knowledge to benefit the local community.
“Do you enjoy being a trustee?” was a question I was asked recently. I hesitated a little before answering, and the reason for that was that I felt that the word “enjoyment” did not describe well enough what I get from being a trustee. “Satisfaction” is closer to it.
The satisfaction comes from knowing that as a trustee I support the work of a charity that gives so much help to members of our society who really need help, especially during the cost of living crisis. The time I give as a trustee contributes to ensuring that the charity remains sustainable, and supports the staff and volunteers who work hard to help our clients.
Of course, I enjoy being a trustee! I meet trustees from different backgrounds, our meetings are interesting, and I often learn about new issues.
Are you interested? Go for it, to see how you would describe being a trustee!
Peter Evans, Chair of Trustee Board
Who we are
Cyngor ar Bopeth Gwynedd Citizens Advice is a member of the Citizens Advice network of independent advice charities. We are supported by Gwynedd Council and Welsh Government to deliver across the county of Gwynedd with centres in Bangor, Caernarfon, Dolgellau and Pwllheli. We also deliver on national projects for both the Welsh Government and the UK Government’s Department of Work and Pensions. We are supported by several community councils within Gwynedd and charitable trusts. Our services are provided by a dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers (note that paid staff and volunteers cannot also serve as members of the Board).
Last year our advice helped people in crisis stay in work, prevented families being evicted from their homes, helped thousands of people tackle crippling debt and enabled people to access the welfare benefits they are entitled to.
We would love to hear from you
We are keen to welcome people from all backgrounds with a broad range of experience as we aspire to have a diverse board which reflects our clients and communities. We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have financial experience or qualifications as our current Treasurer is retiring.
Visit here to find out more about the role or email volunteer@cabgwynedd.wales if you have any questions. To apply download and submit the form below:
Trustee application form (PDF)
Trustee application form (ODT)