About Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB)

Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB) is a female and community-led, grassroots organisation working alongside people affected by displacement, war, conflict, injustice and instability. Across Greece, Gaza and Cairo, we combine direct humanitarian support with advocacy and awareness-raising. We work to ensure that communities with lived experience are actively involved in decision-making and in the design and delivery of support.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have innovative ideas and sound charity governance knowledge. All Trustees are expected to assist Refugee Biryani & Bananas to secure a sustainable and diverse funding base for the organisation.

Essential

Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Support for the values and mission of Refugee Biriyani & Bananas
Familiarisation of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) and willingness to refer to them when needed.
Team working skills
Ability to manage workload remotely and independently
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences
Desirable

Insight/experience in working with people who are refugees, asylum seekers and/or displaced.
Experience of charity governance or committee work
Fundraising/income generation experience

We are looking for applicants with the drive to help us reach our ambitious goals.
Interested applicants should send a CV with full contact details and a brief covering letter to address your motivation for the role, what specific skills and expertise you would bring and how you meet the competencies listed in the role description.

Please send your CV and cover letter