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Secretary Trustee - Unseen Expeditions UK CIO

Unseen Expeditions UK CIO

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Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally.

Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.

We are seeking a Secretary / Trustee to join our board and ensure strong governance. The Secretary will help the charity meet its legal and regulatory responsibilities while supporting the delivery of its mission.

Key Responsibilities:
-Maintain accurate records of trustee meetings and decisions
-Ensure compliance with charity law and CIO regulations
-Support trustee recruitment, induction, and governance processes
-Act as a point of contact for official communications
-Assist with reporting to the Charity Commission
-Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up

Business, Management & Research,Trusteeships & Committees,Legal,General & Helping

Basic IT skills - internet & email, Managing People, Organising & Planning, Reading & Writing

-Strong organisational and administrative skills -Familiarity with charity governance and trustee responsibilities (training provided if needed) -Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities -Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team -Comfortable communicating online with a UK-wide board

-Shape and govern a high-profile charity from launch -Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance -Contribute to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects -Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile -Fully flexible, remote, purpose-driven volunteering role

Approx. 2–4 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)

Further location details may be provided below.

Thomas Rednall

Fully flexible / Remote – you can work from anywhere in the UK. Board meetings and communications are held online, allowing you to contribute without travel.

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https://unseenexpeditions.carrd.co/

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18 and over

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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience, disabilities, or underrepresented groups. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of volunteering.

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All meetings and communications are conducted online. Any in-person events will follow current government COVID-19 guidance to ensure safety.

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