Become a Trustee
Shape the next chapter of a 60-year partnership with the people of Nepal.
As a BNMT trustee, you will bring strategic judgement and a commitment to social justice, health equity and health sovereignty. You will champion Nepali leadership, help secure lasting support and help Nepal improve the health of all its people.
BNMT UK provides funding, advocacy and strategic support to Birat Nepal Medical Trust (BNMT Nepal), an independent, Nepali-led organisation that leads and delivers programmes in Nepal. As a trustee you will govern BNMT UK and help shape its future.
The role at a glance
Voluntary
Unpaid, with reasonable agreed expenses reimbursed.
Three-year term
Normally three years, within our staggered Board cycle.
Four meetings a year
Two half-day meetings in London, plus two 90-minute calls.
Full induction
Support to get started, then meeting preparation and occasional agreed work in between.
Who we're looking for
We want people with strong experience in at least one of these areas, and a willingness to contribute across both:
- Fundraising: building donor relationships, opening networks and turning a persuasive case for support into sustainable income.
- Digital communication: growing audiences and turning engagement into lasting support through clear storytelling and effective digital strategy.
What you will do
- Help the Board set priorities and assess progress against BNMT’s mission.
- Shape a sustainable income strategy and help BNMT reach new supporters.
- Support shared priorities with BNMT Nepal, respecting Nepali leadership and mutual accountability.
- Safeguard charitable funds, oversee risk and uphold our financial, safeguarding and regulatory responsibilities.
What you bring
- Commitment to health equity, locally led development and BNMT’s mission.
- Strategic judgement, integrity and the confidence to challenge constructively.
- Leadership or decision-making experience, and the ability to listen and work respectfully across cultures.
- An understanding of trustee oversight, or a willingness to develop it, and time to contribute.
Knowledge of Nepal, the Nepali diaspora or UK charity governance would be valuable. A clinical or global-health background is not required.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage people from the Nepali diaspora, women, and people from historically oppressed or under-represented communities. We value lived experience and are committed to an accessible appointment process.
How to apply
Send a short CV and a brief statement of your interest and relevant experience to ku.gro.tsurtlacidemlapenniatirb@riahc.draob by 15 November 2026.
You are welcome to get in touch for an informal conversation first. Appointment is subject to trustee eligibility and the usual reference and governance checks.