Join our Team

February 21, 2024
4:26 pm

About Us:

We are a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting women who have undergone a single or double mastectomy due to breast cancer diagnosis or as preventative surgery, without immediate breast reconstruction. We provide information, practical advice, and emotional support to those who have chosen Flat Closure, those who are unable to have reconstruction for any reason, those awaiting delayed reconstruction, and those who are facing these decisions. We are seeking more trustees to help us achieve our ambitious goals. You will be expected to attend regular board meetings and trustee meetings (approx. every 6 to 8 weeks), contribute to discussions, and support the charity’s work in a variety of ways. These are voluntary positions, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. As a trustee, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of mastectomy patients, while gaining valuable experience and developing your skills. We are looking for trustees to take responsibility for social media/marketing, fundraising, and governance. These responsibilities could be overseen separately by three individuals, or combined (i.e. you may feel you have the skills and experience to incorporate marketing and fundraising, or cover fundraising and governance). We are open to welcoming trustees who are either part of Flat Friends, or who can relate to our purpose and mission. The role of Trustee can be as big or small as the time you have available. For an informal discussion with one of our trustees before applying, please email us at support@flatfriends.org.uk. The closing date for applications is 6th May 2024. Interviews will take place virtually during May 2024.

Job Title: Volunteer Trustee (Social Media/Marketing)

Location: UK/British Isles
Fixed Term: Initial 2 years, which can be extended

As Trustee responsible for marketing, you will lead on our social media activities, online resources, and developing and implementing campaigns to raise our profile and engage with our stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify opportunities to ensure our online services are accessible, effective, and responsive to the needs of women facing mastectomy and living without reconstruction
Lead on day-to-day social media activity and website content
Develop and implement marketing strategies and awareness campaigns to support our charitable aims
Build and maintain online relationships with partner organisations, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to enhance our support offer

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Experience in marketing, creating online content, or confident user of social media and IT
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
A passion for informed decision-making, supporting people to live well, and a commitment to supporting mastectomy patients

If you are interested in creating online content and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to trustees@flatfriends.org.uk by 31st March 2024

Job Title: Volunteer Trustee (Fundraising)

Location: UK/British Isles
Fixed Term: Initial 2 years, which can be extended

As Trustee responsible for fundraising, you will lead on developing and implementing fundraising strategies to drive income growth and support our charitable activities. You will work closely with the board of trustees to identify fundraising opportunities and build strong relationships with donors, sponsors, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a fundraising strategy that fits with our mission and values
Identify and build relationships with individual and corporate donors, sponsors, and other supporters
Lead on fundraising campaigns and events
Identify grant opportunities and prepare funding proposals

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
Experience of fundraising campaigns, or grant applications
Ability to manage multiple projects
A passion for social justice and a commitment to supporting mastectomy patients

Job Title: Volunteer Trustee (Governance)

Location: UK/British Isles
Fixed Term: Initial 2 years, which can be extended

As Trustee overseeing governance, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the charity and ensuring that we operate within our legal and regulatory framework. You will work closely with the board of trustees to fulfil our obligations as a charitable organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Make sure we are carrying out our charitable purposes
Monitor the work we do, and identify progress made
Ensure our activities are appropriate, and comply with our governing document and legal obligations
Develop strategic plans to manage our resources responsibly, help us work effectively, and advance our purposes long-term

Desirable Skills and Experience:

An interest or background in legal or regulatory matters
Knowledge of regulatory duties of trustees
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other trustees and stakeholders
A commitment to our values and mission