Bridgend Local Citizens Advice, is one of a nationwide network of Local Advice offices throughout the UK, providing free, impartial and confidential advice to the population of the town of Bridgend in South Wales and the surrounding areas.

Advice services related to a range of key issues, including Debt, Benefits and Homelessness, are provided at the local office and outreaches, both face to face and by a range of other channels.

Each local Citizens Advice is a registered charity with its own Board of volunteer trustees who are collectively responsible for the governance of the organisation as a team. This includes setting and monitoring its strategic direction, ensuring that resources are used appropriately and effectively, making sure the charity is fulfilling its purpose and ensuring compliance with the relevant laws and regulations.

Trustees are part of the Board and generally you will contribute to the following key functions:

• Ensure that the charity complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Ensure that the charity’s resources are utilised effectively and responsibly.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of our overall strategy
• Prepare for and attend meetings, training sessions and other events.
• Approve annual plans, strategies and budgets and regularly monitor their progress throughout the year
• Play an active role in the recruitment of new board members.
• Engage positively with staff, volunteers, local communities and stakeholders.
• Ensure the Board regularly reviews its effectiveness, structures and roles.
• Contribute specific skills, interests and contacts to support the organisation.
• Represent the Board publicly if required, and ensure high credibility and trust in Citizens Advice Bridgend and its work.
• Promote the organisation to a wider audience of potential funders and beneficiaries if required.