Governance

The Organisation:

Preparatory work in setting up Bergerie Trust CLG. commenced in 1990. We aim to provide accommodation for vulnerable and older adults (male & female) who are capable of independent living from the Limerick area. The board of Bergerie Trust CLG is comprised of volunteers with a wide range of expertise, and two Good Shepherd Sisters.

The Trust derives its name from the French language -Bergerie is a Shepherding term.

The Role:
Bergerie Trust CLG are seeking a Charity trustee with a Governance background. If you have experience in this area and want to play a key role in, we’re keen to hear from you.

General Trustee duties of a Charity Trustee:
• Comply with the Charity’s governing document
• Ensuring charity is complying with its charitable purpose for the public benefit
• Acting in the best interest of the charity
• Act with Reasonable Care and Skill
• Manage the assets of your charity

Responsibilities of the Governance Trustee include the following:
• Inputting to the strategic direction, contributing with insight, oversight, and experience of strategy formulation in other sectors.
• Assist with the creation of strategic plans which will comply with current legislation and practice
• Advising on corporate governance

Desirable skills:
• A Qualified Governance professional such as a Solicitor or Barrister with at least 5 years’ experience. Expertise in areas such as Employment and Commercial Regulations would be an advantage.

Board Meetings:
There will be eleven board meetings a year. Meetings are held in Limerick City. Some meetings can be held over Zoom or Teams.