Emmaus Leeds is looking for passionate people who want to share their skills, knowledge and experience as charity trustees. We are currently recruiting for a new trustee to join our board, with expertise and experience in property management or development.
Emmaus Leeds is a homelessness charity providing more than just a bed for the night. We support people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion by offering a home, tailored support, work experience and an opportunity to progress.
From our 26-bedroom residential community in Leeds city centre, we provide people with a home, food, facilities and tailored support to move on from homelessness for good. Each person has their own en-suite bedroom and access to communal rooms, including our kitchen, lounge and study areas. In addition to our residential community, Emmaus Leeds also has move-on homes to help people on their journey towards independent living.
Emmaus Leeds is an independent charity but part of the wider Emmaus UK federation and Emmaus International movement, with strong principles of non-discrimination and social inclusion.
New trustees
Like all charities, Emmaus Leeds relies on a diverse group of people to commit and participate as trustees. We aim to maintain a board of trustees which includes people with a mix of expertise, in areas such as leadership, housing, health and safety, legal and finance. We are currently looking for a new trustee with expertise and experience in property management or development.
Becoming a trustee at Emmaus Leeds is an opportunity to use and develop your skillset for a worthwhile cause. The role offers variety, responsibility and satisfaction, especially seeing people overcome challenges to achieve their goals.
Trustee commitment
Trustees meet as a board four times a year and individual trustees are involved in other ways as their time permits. Emmaus Leeds trustees need to be aged 18 or above, able to make a commitment to Emmaus and its principles, have social concern, independent judgement and work as part of a team. Being a trustee is a voluntary commitment but we are able to reimburse travel and out-of-pocket expenses.
Next steps
For an informal chat about the role or to apply to join the Board of Trustees at Emmaus Leeds, please contact Gina Morrison, Executive Lead, by e-mail on [email protected]