Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) is an agency of the Catholic Bishops Conference of England and Wales. It is also a network of over fifty Catholic social action charities and diocesan Caritas organisations. CSAN is rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and part of the global Caritas Internationalis family. The charity works to:
- Further the charitable works of the Catholic Church in England & Wales in accordance with its teaching through the development of the network of those working in social action;
- Advance the education, training, practice and formation of those active in the field;
- Promote the development of individuals and communities for the benefit of the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalised of all faiths or none by offering a coherent Catholic voice in the public arena,
The Board of Trustees is looking to recruit new trustees in 2025. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about Catholic social action and teaching and have a broad range of experience and knowledge including: Church organisation, third sector leadership and management, fundraising, finance, communication, human resources, politics, and the law.
You need to be able to commit to four Board meetings per year, with the associated preparation and follow-up work. We have two committees – HR and Finance – which meet around three times a year online. Other events may call for your presence and some work relating to your particular skills may also be expected. Board meetings take place in central London. This is a voluntary role, but expenses are paid.
Please see the full role description below:
Applications are by covering letter outlining the skills and knowledge you will bring to the role, accompanied by a CV. Applications close at 12 noon on Monday 17 March 2025. Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 20 March, with interviews (in person or online TBC) on Monday 31 March.
All informal enquiries and final applications please send to admin@csan.org.uk
