The role of our Trustees
Trustees of Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway (TSDG) provide leadership, strategic direction and strong governance to help the organisation achieve its vision: improving the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and communities in Dumfries and Galloway through partnership working.
Trustees work collectively as the Board to guide the organisation, support the senior management team and ensure TSDG remains effective, accountable and well-governed.
This in line with our 2024-2027 Prospectus and our Ambitions.
Collective responsibilities
As a Board, trustees are expected to:
- Bring insight into the changing third sector environment at local, regional and national levels, and consider what this means for TSDG.
- Support TSDG’s partnership approach by using their networks, contacts and influence.
- Provide informed perspectives on TSDG’s work, grounded in an understanding of the challenges facing Dumfries and Galloway.
- Promote high standards of governance and stewardship, helping position TSDG as a leading organisation within the local third sector.
- Act as a constructive sounding board for the senior management team, while also being the body to which the CEO is accountable.
What this means for individual trustees
Each trustee is expected to:
- Share their experience, knowledge and leadership skills to strengthen TSDG.
- Develop a good understanding of TSDG’s operating context, including relevant Scottish Government and sector strategies and initiatives.
- Understand, model and promote TSDG’s culture and values.
- Provide strategic oversight, direction and validation for TSDG’s vision and strategic plan, and where agreed with the CEO, offer appropriate hands-on support.
- Act as a visible ambassador and champion for TSDG with partners and stakeholders.
Time commitment
Trustees are expected to commit time to:
- 4 board meetings per year
- 2 board development sessions
- 1 annual general meeting
Trustees are also encouraged to take on one additional formal role, such as serving as an office bearer, acting in a liaison or representative capacity, or joining a short-term sub-committee focused on key issues.
Board vacancies
We currently have open opportunities for Trustees. The skills / experience we would currently be looking for are: Community Leadership; Charity finance and audit; People and leadership; Local economies
If you’d like to arrange an informal discussion, please get in touch at chair@tsdg.org.uk.
To continue with an application to become a Trustee on the board please get in touch by completing this short form – TSDG trustee enquiry.