Fundraising Trustee – Volunteer Vacancy Full Time

We believe that every child should have access to a quality education at a safe, inclusive school, with the opportunity to become a truly global citizen… do you too?

It’s an incredibly exciting time at African Adventures Foundation as we develop the vital programmes we deliver at the 34 partner schools we work with in Ghana, Kenya, and Zanzibar.

We have ambitious plans to help drive greater impact at our partner schools and are looking to strengthen our existing Trustee Board that’s full of energy and experience!

Do you have experience in charity governance, delivering projects in an African culture and context, or delivering WASH or female empowerment/education/menstrual health programmes?

If so, read on… we’d be keen to hear from you about becoming one of our amazing volunteer trustees! 

Introduction to African Adventures Foundation

African Adventures Foundation is a registered charity set up in 2013 to provide support to 34 schools in developing areas of Ghana, Kenya and Zanzibar.

These schools provide education, health and food security, and social support to young people whose access to these basic services would otherwise be very limited. African Adventures Foundation helps by funding food security programmes, the construction of important school facilities, and hygiene projects that will benefit children’s health and education.

Our mission is to provide more children with a quality education and better opportunities in life.

 All trustees are responsible for governing a charitable company and directing its management and operation. They must also ensure that the trust complies with all legal and statutory requirements.

About the role

The Fundraising Trustee provides strategic oversight of fundraising activities for African Adventures Foundation. The role ensures the charity develops sustainable income streams while maintaining high ethical and regulatory standards. Working with fellow trustees and staff, the Fundraising Trustee helps develop fundraising strategies, identify opportunities for income generation, and ensure fundraising activities comply with relevant regulations and best practice guidance. 

As an ambassador, they also support external stakeholder and donor activities ensuring compliance to the standards required.  

Key Responsibilities  

Fundraising Strategy 

• Lead the development and oversight of AAF’s fundraising strategy to support its mission and long-term sustainability. 
• Identify and develop diverse income streams including donations, grants, partnerships, and events. 
• Support the Board in setting realistic fundraising targets and monitoring progress against them. 
• Provide strategic guidance on fundraising campaigns and initiatives. 

Fundraising Oversight 

• Monitor fundraising performance. 
• Directly support the Foundation Manager to drive income and delivery of our fundraising strategy and income targets. 
• Encourage trustees and volunteers to actively support fundraising efforts and act as ambassadors for the charity. 
• Identify opportunities for collaboration with partners, sponsors, and supporters. 

Compliance and Best Practice 

• Ensure fundraising activities comply with relevant legislation and regulatory guidance. 
• Ensure adherence to fundraising standards set by the Fundraising Regulator. 
• Support compliance with regulatory expectations from the Charity Commission for England and Wales and other relevant legislation. 
• Ensure fundraising activities are ethical, transparent, and aligned with the charity’s values. 

Governance and Board Participation 

• Attend and actively participate in Trustee meetings. 
• Contribute to the overall governance, strategic direction, and sustainability of the charity. 
• Work collaboratively with the Treasurer and other trustees to ensure fundraising income is properly tracked and reported. 

What we are looking for 

• Experience in fundraising, income generation, partnerships, or business development. 
• Strategic thinking and ability to identify opportunities for sustainable income growth. 
• Understanding of ethical fundraising practices. 
• Ability to build relationships with donors, partners, and supporters. 
• Commitment to the mission and values of the charity. 
• Experience fundraising in the charity or nonprofit sector. 
• Ideally have knowledge of UK fundraising regulation and guidance from the Fundraising Regulator. 
• Experience developing or supporting fundraising campaigns or events. 
• Experience working as a trustee or board member. 

Terms of appointment 

Terms of office 

• Trustees are appointed for a 2-year term of office, renewal for 2 further terms to a maximum of 6 years. 
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. 

Time commitment (Estimated at one day per month, but can vary) 

• Attend the board meetings – a mix of online and in person. 
• Additional time to support fundraising initiatives, partnerships, and strategy development. 

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.  

Responsibilities & Principles of all AAF trustee roles: 

• Support and provide advice on AAF’s purpose, vision, goals, and activities.  
• Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation. 
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation. 
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively. 
• Provide support and challenge to the AAF executive and team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs. 
• Keep abreast of changes in AAF’s operating environment. 
• Contribute to reviews of African Adventures Foundation’s own governance. 
• Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions. 
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect African Adventures Foundation’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests. 
• Contribute to the broader promotion of African Adventures Foundation’s objects, aims, and reputation by applying your skills, expertise and knowledge. 

 Essential qualities and attributes of all trustees 

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees, and to act in the best interests of the organisation. 
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member. 
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussions.  
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. 
• A strong personal commitment to good financial management, and zero tolerance for corruption and misappropriation of our donors funds. 
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission. 
• Willingness to lead according to African Adventures Foundation’s values.