Organisation Overview

Emmaus Hampshire's mission is to be a vibrant and thriving social enterprise community for ex-homeless people. We provide a home, emotional support and meaningful employment in retail, catering, distribution and facility management. We aim to help ex- homeless people return to living independently. 

Role Details

Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Emmaus Hampshire. They work collectively to ensure the charity operates effectively, complied with its legal and regulatory obligations, and delivers its mission of supporting people to overcome homelessness. 

Skills and Experience 

Key Responsibilities

• Support and promote the vision, values and objectives of Emmaus Hampshire.

•  Contribute to the strategic direction and long-term development of the charity.

•  Ensure effective governance, financial oversight and risk management.

•  Monitor organisational performance and the achievement of strategic objectives.

•  Ensure compliance with charity law, regulatory requirements and governing documents.

•  Act in the best interests of the charity and its beneficiaries at all times.

•  Attend Board meetings, the Annual General Meeting and relevant trustee events.

•  Use professional skills, knowledge and experience to support the work of the charity.

•  Comply with legal duties as set out in The Essential Trustee 

(https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-essential-trustee-what-you-need-to-know-what-you-need-to-do-cc3/the-essential-trustee-what-you-need-to-know-what-you-need-to-do)

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

•  Commitment to the aims and values of Emmaus Hampshire and the Emmaus movement.

•  Passion for supporting people experiencing homelessness and social exclusion.

•  Ability to think strategically and contribute to long-term planning.

• Good judgement and effective decision-making skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a board team.

• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, the legal duties and responsibilities of charity trustees.

• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable Criteria

We are particularly interested in individuals with skills or experience in one or more of the following areas:

•  Fundraising and income generation.

•  Financial management, accounting or financial governance.

•  Housing law or related legal expertise.

•  Community engagement and partnership development.

•  Strategic leadership and organisational development.

•  Risk management and governance.

•  Public relations, communications or stakeholder engagement.

•  Experience of supporting vulnerable adults or working within the charity sector.

Personal Qualities

•  Integrity and sound judgement.

•  Commitment to the Nolan Principles of Public Life.

•  Ability to challenge constructively while maintaining positive working relationships.

•  Enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to contribute.

•  Respect for confidentiality and collective decision-making.

Attendance: Board meetings held in the evening, with Hybrid attendance where appropriate. 

Time Commitment: Approximately 2 days per month. Attendance at five Board meetings per year and the AGM.