Charity Digital Code Review Board Member

Salary

Volunteer role

Time Requirement

Flexible. There will be three meetings across the year and you will need some time to review materials in advance.  Input can optionally be provided in writing for anyone unable to attend all three meetings.

Location

Across the UK

 

Joining the Charity Digital Code of Practice Review Board is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the digital transformation of the charity sector. As a board member, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital practices, ensuring that charities can leverage technology effectively and ethically to achieve their missions. The role will also provide learning opportunities in cross-sector collaboration. We are particularly keen to have diverse representation on the Board and want to encourage responses from a wide range of applicants.

 

Why join the Charity Digital Code Review Board

 

Influence and Impact: Your expertise and insights will directly influence the development and refinement of the Charity Digital Code of Practice. This is your chance to contribute to a framework that supports charities in navigating the digital landscape, enhancing their efficiency and reach.

 

Professional Growth: Engaging with a diverse group of professionals from various sectors will broaden your knowledge and skills. You’ll gain exposure to cutting-edge digital trends and best practices, enriching your professional journey.

 

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about digital transformation in the charity sector. These connections can lead to valuable collaborations and partnerships, expanding your professional network.

 

Support and Resources: As a board member, you’ll be fully briefed on the requirements and expectations of the role and offered support in fulfilling your role. This support ensures you can contribute effectively and confidently.

 

Championing Diversity: By promoting diverse perspectives within the board, you’ll help ensure that the Charity Digital Code of Practice is inclusive and representative of the varied needs of the charity sector.

 

Flexibility: The commitment involves attending just three online meetings, with the option to provide written input if you cannot attend. This flexibility allows you to balance your contributions with other professional and personal commitments.

 

Main purpose of the role

 

To actively contribute to updating the Charity Digital Code of Practice to ensure it supports charities in the current environment. The role will involve sharing knowledge and expertise with the Review Board (which is a task and finish group) to ensure omissions, oversights and shortcomings in the Code are addressed, particularly in the light of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, and the revised Code deployed to benefit the sector.

 

Background

 

The Charity Digital Code of Practice (the Code) is a ground-breaking initiative that has transformed the digital landscape for thousands of charities since its development in 2018. Led by Zoe Amar in collaboration with a cross-sector group including key individuals from various charities and technology experts, The Code has empowered trustees and leaders to embrace digital strategies and enact both short and long-term changes that amplify their sustainable impact.

 

Combining practical guidance in the style of the Charity Governance Code with valuable resources and insightful case studies, The Charity Digital Code of Practice has garnered enthusiastic feedback from its users. It has become an indispensable tool for charity leaders and trustees looking to leverage the power of digital technology effectively.

 

Key responsibilities

 

• Engage in Committee Work: Participate in online meetings and discussions, review research, make suggestions to enhance the current Code and review drafted changes.
• Provide Expertise: Share relevant knowledge and experience to inform the Code-making process.
• Collaborate: Work constructively with other Review Board members to build consensus.
• Support Diversity: Promote diverse perspectives within the Review Board.

 

Skills and experience: 

 

• Sector and Technical Knowledge: We are seeking a diversity of experience. You will certainly have experience of successful digital initiatives – this might be from a technical, user or general leadership perspective.  We welcome experience from both within and outside the charity sector and are particularly seeking expertise in new and emerging technology such as artificial intelligence.
• Diversity: We are particularly keen to have diverse representation on the Board and are seeking applicants with a range of different backgrounds.
• Communication: Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work towards shared goals and build consensus.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer literacy and ability to use online platforms for meetings and document review.

 

To express your interest in joining the Review Board please submit your details here with a brief supporting statement (explaining why you think you’d make a good Board member and / or how you’d look to contribute to the review). 

 

Please note we are using the same form to collect details of potential Code champions, so please ensure you select the correct option to classify your area of interest (Review Board/Code Champion or both).