Trustees for Community Health Charity - Volunteer

Help shape the future of support for adults facing HIV and social disadvantage across Derbyshire. Joining Well for Life means becoming part of a small but dynamic charity where every action has meaningful impact. Trustees are not just advisors - they are active partners in driving our mission forward.

As a Trustee for Well for Life you can:

• Make a tangible difference: Your time, knowledge, and leadership will improve lives and shape the support available for people living with HIV.
• Be part of something special: You’ll join a compassionate, inclusive organisation where collaboration and lived experience are at the heart of everything we do.
• Develop personally and professionally: Gain valuable experience in governance, strategy, leadership, and community engagement.
• Champion equality: Help build a community free from stigma and discrimination, where everyone can thrive.
• Grow with us: As we evolve and expand, you’ll help shape our next chapter - strengthening our sustainability and extending our reach.

What are we looking for?

Person Specification

• Reliable, communicative and engaged, particularly in responding to emails and attending agreed meetings.
• Able to contribute meaningfully and support the charity’s growing operational and strategic needs.
• Commitment to supporting vulnerable people.

Skills And Experience

We are particularly interested in those who have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Health and social care
• Finance or accounting
• Fundraising and income generation
• Communications, PR and marketing
• Human resources or volunteer management
• Legal or compliance
• Charity governance or strategic planning
• Community engagement or lived experience of HIV

Well for Life is committed to building a Board that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals from racialised or minoritised ethnic backgrounds, people with lived experience of HIV or long-term health conditions, LGBTQ+ communities, refugees and migrants, disabled and neurodivergent applicants, and anyone passionate about supporting people facing multiple forms of disadvantage. We warmly welcome applicants of all ages from 18+, including early-career candidates. No prior trustee experience is needed, and we offer a supportive induction, training, and ongoing guidance to help new trustees feel confident and equipped in their role.

What will you be doing?

Well for Life Community Health Hub is a charity offering practical, emotional, and social support to people living with HIV. For 35 years, we have been supporting adults across Derbyshire who, alongside HIV, experience multiple forms of disadvantage including poverty, discrimination, poor health, insecure housing, and social isolation. We are seeking new Trustees who can bring energy, reliability, and practical skills to help guide our work during a time of increasing demand. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a tangible difference to vulnerable and marginalised communities. You do not need prior knowledge of HIV - just a commitment to fairness, inclusion, and supporting people facing complex social disadvantage. As a Trustee, you will work with the Board to ensure the organisation is well-governed, financially sustainable, and delivering maximum impact for people living with HIV.

Time Commitment and Location

The average ongoing time commitment is approximately 2-4 hours per month for reading board papers, attending board meetings, responding to emails, and contributing to projects or tasks. Board meetings are held quarterly. Meetings can be joined remotely, though in-person participation is preferred when possible. Additional ad hoc meetings may occur in response to business needs. Trustees are warmly encouraged to visit our Derby premises occasionally - especially to attend our Wednesday drop-ins - to understand our community and culture.