Re-Advertised: Trustees – Business Committee (Fundraising or Finance)

Call for Applications: Trustees – Business Committee (Fundraising or Finance)Apply by Tuesday, 17th February, 2026About Restless DevelopmentRestless Development is a locally-led, globally connected network, independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) bound together by our vision for youth power. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. We run youth-led programmes to tackle the issues that young people care about the most.We also run the Youth Collective – a growing network of over 5000 local youth civil society groups and organisations in 185 countries. We are committed to creating a network that walks the talk on power shifting, using the power shifting checklist, both internally and externally.Our approach to safeguardingRestless Development considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to be an organisational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We recognise that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding Policy.More information about Restless Development:Restless Development StrategyYouth Collective Power Shifting ChecklistWe Are Restless BlogABOUT THE TRUSTEEHere at Restless, we’re building a progressive, forward thinking locally-led, globally connected network where our people and purpose are central to everything we do. We believe in the power of young people to lead change. We are a values based employer - placing a focus on culture, equity, wellbeing, safeguarding and power shifting in all that we do.The financial sustainability and growth of our organisation are crucial to achieving our vision of a just and sustainable world for all. To support this, we are seeking two highly motivated and skilled individuals to join our Global Board of Trustees as members of the Business Committee. These individuals will bring strong experience in either Finance or Fundraising, and will contribute to the governance and strategic direction of the agency during a time of transformation and growth.About the RoleAs a member of the Business Committee, you will contribute to the governance, strategy, and decision-making of the Board, while offering subject matter expertise in either Finance or Fundraising.You will ideally have the following skills/ experience:Experience in Finance (such as accounting, audit, or financial management):Strategic oversight of financial management to ensure accountability and mission alignment.Contribution to financial strategies that reflect our power-shifting commitments.Experience with financial reporting, budget reviews, and risk registers.Advisory input on long-term financial planning, investment opportunities, and risk management.Championing financial transparency and sustainability across the agency.OR Experience in Fundraising (such as resource mobilization, donor engagement, or income diversification):Strategic oversight of fundraising strategies aligned with mission and values.Support for income diversification (trusts and foundations, institutional donors, corporate partnerships).Advice on innovative and ethical fundraising approaches.Monitoring progress on income targets and strengthening partnerships.Championing values-aligned fundraising practices that uplift youth-led impact.Who We're Looking ForWe are looking for individuals who:Have a strong background and experience in either Finance or Fundraising.Are passionate about youth leadership, global equity, and the role of young people in shaping sustainable development.Can offer time, energy, and strategic input as a Trustee, supporting the agency through oversight and challenge.Are aligned with Restless Development’s values and committed to equity, accountability, and power shifting.Our Commitment to Youth LeadershipAs a youth-led agency, we are especially keen to hear from young people under the age of 35, and encourage expressions of interest from individuals in the Global South and from underrepresented backgrounds TIME COMMITMENTTrustees serve on a voluntary basis, serving on at least one Trustee Committee (meeting quarterly) as well as additional meetings when required. We’re open to remote candidates as well as those in our major hubs - the Board runs remotely. You would be expected to attend:5 x board meetings annually 4 x quarterly Business Committee meetings;1 x annual 1-day Board development day.ABOUT THE GLOBAL BOARD OF TRUSTEESThe Restless Development Global Board of Trustees is the ultimate governance body for the organisation, serving as stewards of its resources and ultimately responsible for our strategy, operations and financial management It works in partnership with national boards, which hold legal responsibility in their own jurisdictions — to ensure a co