Volunteer Charity Secretary - Volunteer

Cambridgereuse; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Cambridge is seeking a committed and organized individual to join their Board of Trustees as Charity Secretary. This vital governance role involves ensuring compliance with charity laws, organizing trustee meetings, and maintaining governance documents. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a commitment to the charity's values. This position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in supporting low-income families.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small trustee team.
• Commitment to the aims and values of Cambridge ReUse.
• Knowledge of charity governance or willingness to learn.
• Experience taking meeting minutes and maintaining records.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements for small charities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure charity compliance with regulations.
• Maintain records of trustees and governance documents.
• Organise quarterly trustee meetings and AGM.
• Prepare and circulate agendas and minutes.
• Maintain statutory registers and documentation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Knowledge of charity governance

Minute-taking

Compliance familiarity

Job description

Charity Secretary – Board of Trustees

We are looking for a committed and organised individual to join our Board of Trustees as Charity Secretary. This vital governance role ensures we meet our legal and administrative responsibilities while supporting the smooth running of the charity.

What difference will you make?

Cambridge ReUse is a small but growing Cambridge‑based charity dedicated to tackling furniture poverty. We support low‑income families and individuals by providing essential furniture and household goods, helping them to create safe, comfortable, and dignified homes.

As Charity Secretary you will support the Chair and Trustees in ensuring Cambridge ReUse complies with its governing document, charity law, and other relevant legislation and regulations.

Essential

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small trustee team.
• Commitment to the aims and values of Cambridge ReUse.
• Knowledge of charity governance or willingness to learn.
• Experience taking meeting minutes and maintaining records.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements for small charities.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure the charity complies with Charity Commission requirements and filings.
  • Maintain up‑to‑date records of trustees and governance documents.
  • Support the Chair in ensuring the Board functions effectively.
• Meetings & Administration
  • Organise trustee meetings (usually quarterly) and the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
  • Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and minutes in good time.
  • Keep accurate records of decisions and ensure actions are followed up.
• Record Keeping
  • Maintain statutory registers and official documentation.
  • Ensure policies and procedures are up to date and accessible.
• Communication

Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom