Explore how becoming a charity trustee can offer a unique way to bring your passions to life and use your talents to make a difference to a cause you care about.
Trustees are volunteers who play an essential role governing charities, working as a team to make effective leadership decisions.
Almost anyone can be a trustee and civil servants offer a wealth of talent and experience that charity boards are looking for. Trusteeship also has much to offer in return. It’s a way to learn new skills or apply them in a different context, particularly leadership and problem solving, which can help you develop your career.
Find out more about trusteeship, including learning about other civil servants’ experience of taking on the role. We’ll also have staff on hand to answer any questions and signpost you to organisations that can help you find the right opportunity for you.