Trustee Kew Neighbourhood Association
Kew Neighbourhood Association
KNA’s Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the organisations objectives in accordance with its constitution, legal and regulatory guidelines. KNA Trustees have worked with Cranfield pro bono consultants to review and continuously develop KNA's Strategic Vision.
Kew Neighbourhood Association (KNA, CIO 1196093 (Registered September 2021) / Charity no. 1034340 (Registered March 1994) was established in Kew in 1977 by local residents. Our vision is to enable people in Kew to remain independent for as long as possible. Our volunteers offer driving, companionship, shopping, and light gardening. We do not provide intensive support or specialised help. We work closely with individuals and organisations to support people in Kew who have difficulty getting out and about, or who would appreciate a little regular company, by providing access to reliable, neighbourly help. KNA has a committee of Trustees, including a Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer. It is administered by a part-time salaried Director (24hrs/wk), Companionship Manager (16hrs/wk), Operations Manager (20 hours/wk) and a Communications & Marketing Assistant(3hrs/wk) from a small office in St Luke’s House, Sandycombe Road, Kew TW9. KNA is funded via legacies and donations, Richmond Parish Lands Charity (RPLC) as a Regularly Funded Organisation, Richmond Council's Community Independent Living Service (CILS) and by donations and fundraising events. KNA’s current activities are: • the provision of lifts by volunteer drivers in their own cars to those needing transport to medical appointments (e.g., GP or hospital) and to the Avenue Club in Kew • providing volunteer companionship to isolated residents by regular visits in their homes for a chat or to play games such as chess, phone calls, accompanying them for local walks and to local cafes, cinema, theatre, cricket, etc • assisting those in need of help with shopping and some light gardening; • providing moments of joy to celebrate client birthdays with a card each year and a gift in milestone years • an annual tea party for clients and thank you party for KNA's Volunteers. Statistics KNA has some 230 clients, and has around 50 active volunteer drivers and 30 companionship volunteers. KNA carries out 3000- 3,500 driving, shopping, prescription pick up, gardening and companionship visits and jobs per year by KNA volunteers. KNA had income of c£61,536 in its last reported financial year (to August 2023) and expenditure of c£72,117. It had assets of c£130,926 at that date. Purpose: KNA’s Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the organisation’s objectives in accordance with its constitution, legal and regulatory guidelines. Key Skills We welcome applications from individuals with an interest in helping those needing support in our community to maintain their independence, and are in particular looking for those with experience in:- • Treasurer (See https://kna.org.uk/vacancies/) • Healthcare • Older people • Marketing & Communication • Individual Giving and Legacies • Experience or contacts in the voluntary sector (in Richmond), and in relevant parts of Richmond Council Commitment • We are looking for trustees who are prepared to do more than simply attend committee meetings (four evening meetings per year,) and our AGM • The term of office for each Trustee is an initial two years, with annual re-election up to a maximum of six; • Trustees receive no remuneration for their trustee duties; we can reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the course of carrying out duties in line with our Volunteer Expenses Policy. Trustee Responsibilities • Oversee the charity’s mission statement and review the four part time members of staff performance in achieving it; • Review and approve the charity’s financial condition and goals; • Annually review and approve the charity’s budget; • Approve major policies; • Ensure management succession is properly provided; • Ensure organisational strength and staffing are equal to the requirements of the long-range goals; • Approve appropriate salaries, terms and conditions of service for staff; • Put forward names of prospective trustees and fill vacancies as needed; • Provide candid and constructive criticism and advice; • Approve major actions of the organisation, such as expenditure on all items over authorised limits and changes in activities and services; • Appoint independent auditors subject to approval by members; • Review compliance with relevant laws and policies affecting the organisation
Fundraising,Marketing, PR & Media,Trusteeships & Committees
Evaluating & Reviewing, Good IT Skills, Organising & Planning, People Skills
We welcome applications from individuals with an interest in helping those needing support in our community to maintain their independence, including those with a particular interest in finance; legacies and individual giving, marketing and communication; healthcare and social care. Experience or contacts in the voluntary sector in Richmond, and in relevant parts of Richmond Council would be helpful. Commitment • We are looking for trustees who are prepared to do more than simply attend committee meetings (four times per year, and our AGM in February/March; • The term of office for each Trustee is an initial two years, with annual re-election up to a maximum of six; • Trustees receive no remuneration for their trustee duties; we can reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the course of carrying out duties in line with our Volunteer Expenses Policy.
Enabling KNA's over 140 volunteers continue to make a practical difference to Kew, TW9's local community by providing thorough trustee management. Feeling good about providing a small amount of time that ensures KNA's legacy of the last 45 years is sustainable for future generations of people who need the kind of support a good neighbour would provide.
Quarterly Committee evening committee meetings plus AGM 4 to 5 subcommittee meetings to progress areas of interest between quarterly meetings
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KEW NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATION 270 SANDYCOMBE ROAD
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