Plus Importance Project
Trustee (Social Policy Lead) - Volunteer
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Social Policy Lead
As our Social Policy Lead, you will oversee aspects of our work such as our responses to national consultations, influencing decision makers, and the charity's official positioning on various topics. You will lead our social policy team and share your expertise.
What difference will you make?
You'll lead our work in ensuring people in the + of LGBT+ experience equal rights and are understood, respected, and considered by decision-makers.
Currently, there are significant legislative gaps. For example, many people in the + of LGBT+ are not included in the definitions of protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010, and so they are not protected from discrimination.
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Person Specification
Essential
- Experience and knowledge of law and/or social policy
- Knowledge of LGBT+ topics, particularly regarding identities in the + of LGBT+ and related legislation
- Excellent communication skills
- Skills in scrutinising details and problem-solving
- Passion for the work of the charity
- Personal or professional interest in the work of the Plus Importance Project
- Able to offer at least 3 hours per week
Preferable
- Experience of being a charity trustee or a similar role overseeing the management and administration of an organisation
- Ability to scrutinise financial budgets and processes
- Experience managing a team of volunteers
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We particularly welcome applications from people that have lived experience that is currently underrepresented on our Board of Trustees, such as people who are Black or intersex.
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Responsibilities
- Overseeing and supporting the charity’s responses to national consultations and approach to influencing decision makers
- Establishing the charity’s official positioning on topics such as education and healthcare
- Leading the social policy team including chairing meetings and supporting the development of social policy volunteers
- Supporting the wider work of the Plus Importance Project
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