Trustee with Ophthalmology Background

Salary: Voluntary
Location: Central London

As a Trustee for Orbis UK your role will involve:

• Ensuring that Orbis UK is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit
• Ensuring that Orbis UK is complying with its governing document and the law
• Preparing for and attending board meetings and sub-committee meetings
• Supporting the Orbis UK staff team
• Attending occasional evening events

Trustee responsibilities:

• Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving strategic direction to Orbis UK, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance
• Ensure that Orbis UK complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
• Ensure that Orbis UK pursues its objects as defined in its governing document
• Ensure that Orbis UK uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects
• Ensure that Orbis UK conducts its activities within a clear moral context
• Safeguard the good name and values of Orbis UK
• Ensure the financial stability and effective and efficient administration of Orbis UK
• Oversee the management of Orbis UK’s assets ensuring the proper use of Orbis UK's funds
• Appoint the Chief Executive and monitor his/her performance

Orbis is committed to promoting equality and diversity opportunities and we would particularly welcome applicants from people from underrepresented communities.

The Board meets four times a year usually in Central London. The position is voluntary and not remunerated, although reasonable expenses are paid. Trustees normally serve two three-year terms.