Organisation Overview
The Eddystone Trust is an independent organisation that was started in Plymouth in 1987 by a group of volunteers who were responding to the AIDS pandemic. Since then, the organisation has grown, working with other groups and organisations across the South West to offer access to a wide range of high quality services. We are a progressive organisation and are continuously evaluating how we operate not only for our staff but also our service users.
Our overall aim is to enable people to engage in an open discussion about sexual health in the community. We are committed to improving the landscape for people living with HIV, along with working towards normalising the discussion around the subject of HIV and sexual health within the community.
We are also committed to eliminating and challenging the stigma and discrimination that continues to be prevalent for people living with HIV. As an organisation we undertake a range of activities which include outreach prevention, HIV & sexual health support and HIV testing. We also provide condom distribution and training for professionals from other organisations in order to help people make more informed choices when it comes to sex.
We are a people focussed organisation and offer services to suit the needs of populations that use our services. Below is a list of some of the services we provide but this is not an exclusive list because we are here to help those who reach out to us in whatever way we can:
• Pre and post-test discussion
• Emotional and practical support to people affected by HIV
• Support with housing and money issues
• Advocacy
• Peer Support
• Safer sex resources
• Condoms by post
• Information and training on blood borne viruses and sexual health for professionals
• Bespoke support to help develop
• HIV responsive Service
• HIV testing
Role Details
As a trustee, you'll work alongside fellow Board members to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the charity. Trustees are responsible for acting in the best interests of The Eddystone Trust, ensuring we are well governed, financially sustainable, and delivering on our charitable purpose.
As part of the role, you'll be expected to:
Attend Board meetings and actively contribute to discussions and decision-making.
Read meeting papers in advance and come prepared.
Provide constructive support and challenge to the Executive Team.
Contribute to reporting the outcomes, impact and evaluation of The Eddystone Trust.
Act with integrity, confidentiality and in the best interests of the charity.
Champion The Eddystone Trust and its work within your networks where appropriate. Comply with the legal duties and responsibilities of a charity trustee.
Skills and Experience
We welcome applications from people with a range of skills, experiences and backgrounds. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise in areas such as:
• Strategy, leadership and organisational development
• Finance, governance and risk
• Fundraising and income generation
• Digital transformation and data
• Equality, diversity and inclusion
• Community engagement, health inequalities and partnership working
• Impact, evaluation and demonstrating outcomes
Attendance: Remote
Time Commitment: 3-7 hours per week but this will be discussed with candidate
To apply for or express an interest in this position, please email bicenquiries@weareadvocate.org.uk
