As part of their five-year strategy, the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH) are looking to appoint an early career researcher or professional working in tropical medicine or global health to their Board of Trustees. This person would ensure the views of early careers are included in decision making.
General duties of a Trustee
- To be responsible for the proper administration of RSTMH
- To accept ultimate responsibility for everything RSTMH does
- To act reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to RSTMH
- To safeguard and protect the assets of RSTMH
- To act collectively with the other Trustees
- To act in the best interests of RSTMH
- To avoid any conflict between his or her personal interests and those of RSTMH
Other duties
In addition to the above duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve:
- scrutinising Board papers
- leading discussions
- focusing on key issues
- providing guidance on new initiatives
- other issues in which the Trustee has special expertise
Main responsibilities
- To take part in formulating and regularly reviewing the strategic aims of RSTMH
- With other Trustees, to ensure that RSTMH policy and practices are in keeping with it aims and Constitution
- With other Trustees, to ensure that RSTMH functions within the legal and financial requirements of a charitable organisation and strives to achieve best practice
To find out more, and how to apply, visit the RSTMH website.
Closing date: 30 July 2018
