Trustee for the Didsbury Parsonage Trust
As a Trustee for the Didsbury Parsonage Trust, you will be an integral part of a beloved South Manchester institution. You’ll contribute to the ongoing, successful management of the Didsbury Old Parsonage building, and ensure that the Trust operates to its fullest capability, with adherence to any relevant regulations and in adherence to its aims and objectives. You’ll join a supportive, friendly group of trustees who love contributing to the local community, so if you would like to make a difference and be part of the gorgeous Didsbury Old Parsonage, please read on!
What you’ll do:
Attend and actively participate in trustee meetings and projects
Monitor the financial performance of the Trust, ensuring its resources are managed effectively and sustainably
Support fundraising efforts, which include managing regular income streams, grant fund applications and fundraising through community events
Ensure the Trust’s activities comply with its governing document and relevant legislation and regulations
Act in the best interests of the Trust, upholding its values and reputation
What you’ll bring:
A passion for the Didsbury community and a commitment to the aims and objectives of the Didsbury Parsonage Trust
A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role (attendance at quarterly meetings, project activities and Parsonage events)
Experience in areas such as finance/accounting, charity fundraising, or bid/grant funding application writing
Eligibility to act as a trustee in accordance with the Charity Commission’s regulations
About Us
The Didsbury Parsonage Trust was set up by Didsbury Civic Society in 2011 in order to create a multi-use community hub at the Old Parsonage in Didsbury. The Old Parsonage is a Grade II listed building, parts of which date back to the seventeenth century. Its most famous resident was Fletcher Moss, who bequeathed the house and surrounding land to the City of Manchester in 1919. After a long life as a City Art Gallery, the house was latterly used as offices. The Parsonage is now an integral community hub used for exhibitions, classes, business seminars, talks, weddings and parties, with the Trust working to safeguard and manage this for the future.
To apply or find out more about becoming a Trustee, please email your CV and a cover letter to trustees@didsburyparsonagetrust.org.uk by Monday 31st March, 2025.