Swan Lifeline
Are you passionate about wildlife and nature? Do you want to gain valuable experience applying your skills in new and innovative ways outside work?
Do you have Digital Knowledge and Experience that you’d like to apply as a Digital Leader, honing skills in a charity organisation?
Unique Trustee role at a leading Swan rescue charity offers the chance to be the ‘wind beneath the wings’ of these beautiful birds, who we rescue, rehabilitate and release back into their natural habitat.
Swan Lifeline is the oldest registered charity devoted entirely to the care of sick and injured swans in the Thames Valley and surrounding areas and has cared for over 30,000 sick and injured swans. We are based on the magical Island setting of Cuckoo Weir Island in Eton, Berkshire, SL4 6SS.
Our aims are to RESCUE, REHABILITATE and RELEASE injured swans, and we are able to provide shelter and treatment for up to 180 at a time, returning them to the wild as soon as possible.
As Trustee – HR Digital, you will play a crucial role in helping Swan Lifeline build future-proofed and integrated digital strategies, initiatives, and skills. You will gain valuable experience in the non -profit sector and contribute to the growth of a unique and valuable wildlife charity.
This is an unpaid Trustee position. We understand the importance of work-life balance and value your time. Your commitment can be tailored to fit your schedule. You’ll be working with a passionate and friendly group of Trustees and while we all work hard, we learn lots and have fun doing it!
About this vacancy
Level of Board commitment required:
This position is mostly home-based, but some work will also take place at our base on Cuckoo Weir Island, Eton, Berkshire, SL4 6SS where our full-time and Volunteer staff work. We are looking for someone who lives in the Thames Valley who can visit the site when needed. Time Estimate of time needed: about 4 hours / week. The trustees meet up to once a month, ether virtually or on-site at our base.
Induction period:
Short 2-3 weeks induction period.
Contact
Julian Nichols
julian@swanlifeline.co.uk