Rethinking Economics (RE) is an international network of students, academics and professionals building a better economics in society and the classroom. Their vision is of economies which serve people and the planet. Their purpose is to build a diverse movement of people who challenge, interrogate and renew the practice, teaching and application of economics.
RE have achieved a lot as a young movement and know that there is much more to do. RE are looking for new trustees who can bring operational expertise to their board. It is essential that applicants can demonstrate substantial finance or human resources experience, or substantial operational experience at a senior management or trustee level (please see requirements below). Relevant experience in higher education or movement building is also highly valued.
Rethinking Economics is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. RE acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in progressive movements and are committed to doing what they can to correct this.
RE are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGTBQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.
The Trustee Board
Whilst RE remain a student-powered network, the board of trustees retain ultimate legal responsibility for all aspects of the charity and therefore must ensure all activities further RE’s charitable purpose and retain effective oversight and scrutiny. Becoming a RE Trustee is an exciting opportunity to provide guidance, support and oversight to an international student movement and ensure that its work is sustainable and effective in the future.
To serve on the board you must be able to attend quarterly trustee meetings (either in person or by video-conferencing, meetings alternate between London and Manchester), read detailed papers and policy documents, act as a personal mentor to a member of staff and serve on a board subcommittee. Roles are non-remunerated and require 1-2 days commitment a month. Please note that this role is unpaid but all expenses e.g. travel, will be reimbursed.
RE are looking for people who have:
- A commitment to the objectives and values of Rethinking Economics
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibility and liabilities of trusteeship
- Good, independent judgement
- An ability to think creatively
- The courage and willingness to speak their mind
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
RE will rate highly anyone who has management experience, especially at Director level (reporting to a trustee board) or who has experience of managing growing teams in a start-up, a small charity environment or movement.
Interviews will be held in London or Manchester w/c 27 January 2020. Skype interviews can be arranged if requested.
For more information and to apply click here
Deadline: 20 January 2020