Account Manager Volunteer Roles in Manchester

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a remote-based volunteer Events Manager to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: Work with the Social Impact and wider Marketing team to develop and deliver a structured programme of events throughout the year with the objective to raise awareness about ADC's work to empower communities

Division: Operations

Department: Marketing & Communications

Position Reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set out how the individual events and programme as a whole will contribute to the empowerment of communities and work with the social impact team to set KPIs / tangible outcomes
   
• Responsible for the organisation and facilitation of events hosted by ADC that deliver on the organisational objectives and mirror ADC value
   
• Work with the wider marketing team to promote and advertise the events to the target audience, driving attendance and engagement
   
• Find and secure guest speakers who are subject matter experts in topics such as; WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene), civic advocacy and engagement, and the development and delivery of essential physical infrastructure, and work with them to deliver events and content that align with ADC’s objectives
   
• Solicit feedback from event attendees post-event and iterate future events format and content accordingly

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Expertise

Essential

• Experience in events coordination and management
   
• A knowledge and understanding of international development
   
• Exceptional networking skills
   
• Experience of setting KPI’s or monitoring and evaluation
   
• Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week
   
• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
   
• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment
   
• A committed team player with good communication skills.

Desirable
 

• Experience working with or in countries in East Africa
   
• Experience working in an early stage star-tup and gone through a scaling phase
   
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

What ADC Offers You:
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
   
• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
   
• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts
  of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
   
• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
   
• We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources. 

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa. 

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organization and its purpose. 

Main Purpose of Job: The HR Communications Manager will act as the HR Public Relations & Events Manager, and it will lead ADC Volunteer-focused communication initiatives by crafting compelling narratives to drive volunteer engagement and bring HR initiatives to life across internal channels

Division: People & Culture

Position Reports to: Chief People Officer

Position is Responsible for: N/A

Main Duties & Objectives: 

• Develop and implement a communications strategy for ADC’s HR initiatives 

• Create engaging content for ADC’s internal general channel regarding new joiners, exits promotions and other HR-related topics to keep Volunteers updated of organizational changes 

• Manage the creation and distribution of HR-related marketing materials, namely newsletters, messages for emails, messages for posts, scripts for presentations, etc., to raise internal awareness about HR Projects and Initiatives 

• Plan and execute internal HR events (virtual and in-person), such as town halls, induction sessions, get-togethers, etc 

• Serve as liaison between the People Team and other teams to facilitate open and transparent communication 

• Track the effectiveness of internal communications initiatives through surveys, analytics, and ADC’s Executive Team feedback to continually improve internal communications practices

• Participate in HR project management meetings

Knowledge, skills, education, and experience

Essential 

1. Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week 
    
2. 4-5 year’s experience in a communications or PR related role
    
3. Experience creating marketing materials, namely newsletters, scripts for emails, presentations 
    
4. Ability to attend People & Culture bi-weekly meeting
    
5. Experience planning and executing virtual and in-person events 

Desirable 

 1. Experience working in a start-up environment 

What ADC Offers You: 
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits: 

• Professional learning and career development opportunities. 

• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession. 

• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world, that is changing lives in Africa. 

• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise. 

• We will provide work reference for you. 

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg. 

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

Main purpose of job:

You will be the custodian of our narrative and drive our PR strategy. You will focus on the development of ADC’s communications strategy and reputation. This is a great opportunity to be part of our Marketing team with an aim to introduce new strategies and increase our popularity.

Division or Department: Marketing & Communications

Position reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Position is responsible for: TBD

Main Duties and Objectives:

• Establish ADC’s strategy that builds increased levels of engagement, understanding and involvement in our long-term plans
• Take overall accountability to shape and evolve our narrative and relevance across key audiences
• Shape our communications and engagement strategies
• Secure relevant media and interview opportunities to support overall positioning and earn media reach through engaging byline submissions
• Write speeches, prepare interview outlines and FAQ's, and directly support our founder with media readiness
• Lead, manage and support internal communications
• Ensure systems and frameworks are developed to evaluate the effectiveness of communications and engagement strategies to measure impact and ensure added value
• Use data and insights to measure the success of communications and engagement strategies

Requirements:

Essential

1. A natural storyteller and great copywriter in English
2. Excellent understanding of the global media landscape and how to make the most out of a story
3. Brilliant communication skills and the ability to translate ideas into PR tactics, especially in the charity sector
4. Ability to build cut through and differentiation in narrative
5. Ready to roll up your sleeves with a tenacious approach to getting our story told
6. Experience with influential industry events and managing speaking opportunities

Desirable

1. An existing network of media and press contacts is also highly valued

What ADC offers you:

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is changing lives in Africa
• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
• We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg.

Family Volunteering Club creates and runs child-friendly volunteering sessions supporting a range of causes, enabling children aged 0 - 9 to participate positively in their community, building their confidence, sense of belonging and skills. We are introducing them in an age-appropriate way to societal issues, and also to the idea of volunteering from a young age, instilling a sense why it's important, fun and positive to help people and causes around them!

We began in south London and now also run programmes in Abergavenny, Stevenage and will be launching in Fenland in 2025. We are on an exciting journey of growth to create programmes in villages, towns and cities across the UK, benefiting hundreds of families every week.

We are now seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. The Treasurer will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial administration of the charity, ensuring economic stability, and providing strategic financial guidance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in finance and accounting who is passionate about contributing to a meaningful cause.

Overview of the role:

Fallowfield and Withington Foodbank are seeking someone with experience of working in a financial role to join the Board as a Trustee, who will be able to prepare accounts, advise on financial matters, ensure we meet our financial obligations and help us build a sound financial strategy as we move forward. As a Trustee you will share collective responsibility for the governance of Fallowfield and Withington Foodbank and all decisions made by the board, ensuring the organisation is well run, fulfils its mission, ensuring compliance with charity law and that the charity is open and accountable.

Responsibilities

All trustees are responsible for setting the strategic direction for Fallowfield and Withington Foodbank, ensuring alignment to our values, defining goals, setting organisational policies, agreeing financial plans, evaluating the charity’s performance and ensuring good relationships amongst the trustees and with the senior staff.

All Trustees:

• Ensure that the Foodbank has in place a clear strategy, plans, vision & values.
• Ensure that the charity is accountable, is actively complying with statutory reporting and accounting requirements and the law, and that financial dealings are systematically accounted for and on time, independently examined and made publicly available.
• Develop effective ways to communicate with staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, funders, partners and the wider public; encourage transparency and accountability.
• Help promote the Foodbank as widely as appropriate, including to audiences of potential funders and beneficiaries.
• Ensure appropriate financial plans and budgets are in place; monitor contractual agreements with external partners that award money for core costs and additional projects.
• Ensure the Foodbank has appropriate procedures to comply with current legislation and good practice; including employment, health and safety, equal opportunities, safeguarding, and data protection.
• Ensure an understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Specific to the Treasurer Trustee:

• Oversee the financial affairs of the foodbank, ensuring that they are conducted with probity and transparency.
• Ensure the board receives sufficient information to carry out its financial responsibilities.
• Ensure that the charity has robust and effective financial controls.
• Ensure appropriate financial policies.
• Ensure an annual budget is provided for board approval.
• Prepare quarterly accounts for the board and annual accounts for the Charity Commission.
• Ensure that organisation risks are reviewed by the board annually.
• Be part of any sub-groups to the Board as appropriate

We are looking someone who wants to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst supporting the food bank to continue to provide emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidate would demonstrate:

• Experience of working in a financial role. However, previous experience as a charity treasurer is not essential.
• A commitment to the work of Fallowfield and Withington Foodbank.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of the foodbank’s beneficiaries, staff, and the trustee board.
• Willingness to act in the best interest of the charity.
• Sound, independent judgement, and the ability to think creatively.
• Working effectively as a team member and demonstrating a willingness to learn, develop and collaborate.

PFP is a UK-based charity working in Africa and Asia since 2004, and this year we are celebrating our 20th anniversary. Our Mission is to work together with local people and filmmakers to produce, distribute and show local language educational films that give help and hope to vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. Our latest activities have primarily focused on Malawi, Sierra Leone and Kenya. 

Every PFP film seeks to bring about positive change by engaging audiences with themes, characters and subjects that address important challenges facing themselves and their communities.

-  We commission, fund and manage film productions

-  We train and mentor local film makers

-  We partner with other organisations to produce media for their charitable objectives

-  We organise film distribution and viewings and promote digital engagement

-  We facilitate audience conversations to encourage deeper exploration of issues

-  We measure the impact of our films to ensure continued improvement

We produce a range of media from short documentaries and music videos to full-length feature dramas. Our work covers a wide range of subjects, including: health, disability and rights; social prejudice and stigma; agriculture; and environment and conservation.

See our Annual Reports on our website for more information on our work and recent activities.

Primary responsibilities

 - Prepare monthly management accounts and provide finance updates at quarterly Board meetings.

- Manage the payroll of two part-time UK-based employees.

- Undertake banking as and when required, mostly relating to overseas payments, with support from our Administrator.

- Ensure that effective financial processes, systems and controls are in place and maintained.

- Co-ordinate the annual business planning process, including the budget.

- Prepare the financial statements and review for the Annual Report and manage the Independent Examination. 

- Be responsible for updating Companies House and The Charity Commission.

- Contribute to the effective governance of PFP, including: ensuring PFP is accountable and carrying out its purpose for public benefit; ensuring compliance with the governing document and applicable law; and challenging the management of resources and ensuring financial stability.

- Work with the Board in developing and advancing PFP’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

(Note, we use Xero’s intuitive cloud-based ERP system for bookkeeping, accounting, payroll and reporting.)

Key requirements

 - A recognised financial qualification if preferable, but not essential, and training will be provided

- Good relationship skills and proven track record of cultivating positive relationships

- Self-motivated and proactive

- Commitment to PFP’s purpose and values

Managing content for the charity's social media platforms, monitoring performance and establishing and/or maintaining active social media accounts, in addition to researching and creating creative content for different social media channels.

What will you be doing?

• Creating and managing daily social media posts across all social media platforms e.g. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn.
• Develop new, engaging warm-hearted content to increase interest and attract supporters. 
• Working in conjunction with the Marketing Manager and CEO, be responsible for posting original, high-quality content (twice per week) to improve our brand presence, grab the attention of our target audience and drive growth.
• Assist with creating our new social media strategy 

What are we looking for?

• Clear understanding of social media platforms.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of marketing and public relations is also desirable.

Skills, experience and qualities needed

• Creative Skills
• Administration
• Canva Experience
• Commercial Awareness
• Creating Calendar
• Customer Service
• Event Planning
• Fundraising
• IT Skills
• Marketing and PR
• Research
• Team Working
• Written Communication Skills

Time commitment and expenses:

• 1-3 hours per week, either in or out of office hours.
• We request a minimum commitment of 3 months volunteering.

What difference will you make?

Joining our team will give you the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a good cause that shares the same values as you.
• Use and share your skills.
• Gain new skills and work experience.
• Expand your network and social skills,
• Be part of a friendly team of people
• Make a big difference to our organisation and the lives of our beneficiaries.
• Never underestimate the power of your voice.

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Social & Content Manager to join ADC.

 

Main purpose of job: Develop and implement our social media & content strategy in order to increase our online presence and drive engagement

Division: Operations

Department: Marketing & Communications

Position reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Who reports to this position: N/A

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Develop a content calendar across all social platforms ensuring a constant supply of relevant content (1 post per week on LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram – initially)

• Collate content for, prepare and publish the monthly volunteer newsletter through MailChimp

• Identify and engage with key social influencers to create beneficial relationships and strong networks and grow the ADC brand

• Perform social listening across all social platforms by monitoring and responding to relevant brand mentions and identifying opportunities for engaging in related topics/discussions

• Define social media KPIs, measure and optimize social media performance metrics, and develop enhanced reporting

• Develop and implement E2E fundraising campaigns

• Manage and oversee social media content

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential

 

• 3+ years of experience in social and content management

• Experience using MailChimp or similar software

• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms

• Experience of forming relationships with key influencers on social media

• Good understanding of SEO metrics and social media KPIs

• Ability to come up with creative content (text, image and video)

• Available to volunteer at least 7 hours a week

• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment

• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment

• A committed team player with good communication skills.

Desirable
 

• Experience of establishing online communities on social media

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase

• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

• Graphic design ability

What ADC Offers You
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities

• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession

• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa

• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise

• We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg.

Branch Trustee – Finance

Do you have professional expertise in finance, ideally charity finance,   you could use to help a good cause? We are looking for volunteer trustees to help run our Branch and are particularly looking for those with a background in finance and accounts.

Overview of the Branch Trustee – Finance opportunity

We are interested in speaking to individuals with a strong understanding of finance and accounts who can volunteer their time and expertise to help us improve the welfare of animals.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Suffolk Central Branch

The Suffolk Central Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee – Finance

• Implement and maintain sound financial systems to retain full control of branch funds.
• Take a lead role in ensuring the committee set annual financial budgets and plan the branches income and expenditure so the accounts balance in the long term.   
• Provide a written financial report for each branch meeting showing the income and expenditure, since the last meeting. 
• Liaise with auditors/independent examiners regarding the production of the annual branch accounts and treasurer's report for the Branch Annual General Meeting.
• Maintain control of all bank accounts as authorised by the committee.Execute and operate branch committee financial decisions and act as branch co-signatory on all branch cheques, if required. 
• Maintain control over all branch paying-in books and receipt books and to ensure their correct use.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

• Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
• Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
•  Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
•  In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support regional initiatives.
• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
•  In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.

Alongside finance and accounts experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action. 

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee – Finance

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you with everything you need to carry out the role.
• Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals. A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.
• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
• References will also be required.

How to find out more about being a Branch Trustee

There is some information on the RSPCA website about Branch Trustees, and we have an online session about Becoming a Branch Trustee, which should hopefully give you more of an idea of what the RSPCA Branch Trustee role will involve.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.

Pecan is seeking an accountant and Christian to join the Board of Trustees as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance committee. See person spec.

Pecan is a community development charity based in Peckham. We work with the local community to help people find a way through seemingly impossible barriers to a better future.

Over the past 30 years, we’ve seen thousands of clients flourish through our programs, including: ex-offenders and their families, refugees and asylum seekers, young people and the long-term unemployed. We see our service users as people who need supporting – not problems which need solving.

We advocate for those we work with, challenging inequality and injustice at a local and national level to provide hope and belief in a better a future for our community.

Board meetings are held on 10-12 occasions annually on a weeknight at 6.30pm.

Meetings of the Finance committee are held quarterly at a time agreed between trustees and management.

The Treasurer, along with the other finance committee members and senior management, guides the financial and business matters of the charity in line with good practice and in accordance with our governing documents and legal obligations. There are no executive responsibilities within Pecan and the Treasurer will not be an employee.

Main responsibilities and duties - in addition to the general responsibilities of a Trustee and undertaken with other members of the Finance sub-committee

 - To scrutinise and recommend budgets, accounts, financial policies, management accounts and financial statements to the board of Trustees after discussions with the Chief Executive, other senior staff, and other members of the Finance Committee, where applicable.

- To ensure that proper accounts and records are kept, ensuring financial resources are spent and invested in line with the charity’s policies, good governance mechanisms, and legal and regulatory requirements

- To ensure that Pecan has appropriate reserves and investment policies.

- Liaising where applicable with appropriate members of the core management team responsible for the financial and operational activities of the charity.

- Attending and contributing to the work of finance committee in line with its terms of reference and reporting back to the board of Trustees verbally and in writing.

- Liaising with the charity’s auditors where appropriate and monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity.

- Ensuring that specific financial and organisational controls and systems are in place and adhered to.

- Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plans.

- Ensuring that sound financial management of the charity’s resources is maintained and that expenditure and investment are in line with the charity’s objects.

- Reviewing the financial aspects of the charity’s risk register.

Person specification

● A Christian.

● Experience of financial management, planning and strategic influence.

● An understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.

● The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences.

● Commitment to the mission and values of Pecan.

● Commitment to safeguarding the reputation and values of Pecan.

● Experience of board or committee membership in a charitable organisation.

● Skills and experience to strengthen the work of the committee in areas including fundraising, impact and evaluation, digital technology and administration.

● Being prepared to make unpopular recommendations to the Board

● Willingness to be available to staff to discuss issues related to the Treasurer portfolio.

Trusteeships

We are also seeking expressions of interest by the same date from people with similar experience interested in becoming a Trustee. We are currently particularly interested in recruiting new trustees with fundraising and/or buildings experience.

Trustees are required to sign Pecan’s Statement of Faith. 

RSPB Crawley & Horsham Local Group recently relaunched and the group is hoping to continue the success of those previous years, bringing together all those who love nature, and fostering collaboration with the other great birdwatching groups in the area. We now need someone to help look after the money - no experience necessary as full training is available, as well as a handover with the current treasurer!

Are you a qualified accountant with a professional accounting background and could use your skills to help inspire young people to believe in a brighter future, living through and beyond cancer? The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is recruiting for a Trustee (Treasurer) and wants to hear what you could offer. 

You will support our Board of Trustees, Youth Advisory Group, Chief Executive Officer and Leadership Team in achieving our strategic Ambitions. You will join our 10-strong Board of Trustees, responsible for keeping the charity on track to make sure the best outcomes for young people are always delivered. 

The full Board meets four times a year with five committees (Finance and Investment; Governance; Fundraising; HR and Personnel; and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging) overseeing and ensuring the ongoing impartial governance of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust. Meetings are usually held in London or Southampton (travel expenses can be reimbursed) and the option to join digitally is always available. Some support outside of meetings is required, and we ask Trustees to commit to approximately 1/2 a day per month. With this role’s Treasurer responsibilities, additional support to the CEO and Bookkeeper will be required around the annual audit (usually March-June). The role is unpaid. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to help steer the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust towards our aim to be even more accessible and inclusive to all young people who have a cancer diagnosis in the UK and to ensure every young person experiences belonging and improved mental wellbeing with us. 

COULD THIS ROLE BE PERFECT FOR YOU?
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people who are living through and beyond cancer and comfortable making decisions that determine the course the charity takes? An interest in or experience of sailing is not necessary. 

As Treasurer, you will have a high-level involvement in supporting the Chief Executive Officer and Bookkeeper with the preparation of the annual accounts and audit. 

In addition, you will have…

• Responsibility to represent and present the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust in a positive way at all times.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.
• The ability to work cooperatively as a member of a remote team.
• Sound, independent judgement.
• Strategic vision.
• Integrity.

Location: Our Trustees are based around the country with meetings usually taking place in London or Southampton, however an option to join digitally is always available.

Duration: Our Trustees serve a three-year term, with option to stand for re-election if they wish.

Application closing date: Friday 27th September 2024

For full details of the role please take a look at our Recruitment Pack

DO YOU WANT TO SEE CHANGE IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA?

By joining the board of SAT-7 UK  you will enable SAT-7 to continue to make and broadcast transforming Christian TV programmes.  God is using SAT-7 to bring about change, through a role on the SAT-7 UK board of trustees you can help make a lasting impact on the lives of millions.

SAT-7 UK is a registered charity (no 1060612) which seeks to see a growing Church in the Middle East and North Africa, confident in Christian faith and witness, serving the community and contributing to the good of society and culture.  SAT-7 UK is part of an international Christian media ministry. Through our partnership with SAT-7 International, we are bringing life-changing joy to the people of the Middle East & North Africa through powerful, faith-filled television and digital media programmes, supported in the UK through mobilising prayer, raising SAT-7’s profile, generating financial support and fostering a deeper understanding and engagement.

Its board of Trustees are responsible for the overall governance, monitoring and strategic direction of the charity to ensure that the charity fulfils the objects defined in its articles and acts in accordance with the charity’s vision and mission, and in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. The trustees have delegated the overall management of the charity to the CEO. The CEO has recruited a staff team with specific responsibility for implementing strategy.

Meetings of the trustees are held quarterly and are used to review progress, set objectives, establish policies, as well as other issues of relevance.

Role Description – Treasurer to the Board of Trustees  

The Board of Trustees recognise that charity governance is a balanced relationship between the employed staff; the Chief Executive, Executive Leadership team, and the Board of Trustees. Together they are responsible for directing the affairs of the charity, ensuring that it is solvent, well-run, and delivering the intended charitable benefits. 

A key role in the effective governance of the financial affairs is that of the Treasurer among the charity Trustees. While financial matters are the responsibility of all Trustees, the Treasurer takes special responsibility for all aspects of the charity’s financial management and reporting. 

An overview of the role of Treasurer is:

• monitor the financial administration of the charity and report to the Board of Trustees, in compliance with the governing document.

• oversee the charity’s financial risk-management process; 

• act as a counter signatory per the bank mandate; and 

• provide board-level liaison with the external auditors on specific issues such as the Auditors’ Management Letter and the related board representations. 

In addition to the normal responsibilities of a Trustee the Treasurer will:

• oversee budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements before presentation to the Board of Trustees; 

• ensure that proper accounting records are kept, financial resources are properly invested and economically spent; 

• liaise with the Chief Executive and Operations Director as appropriate;

• chair the Finance and General Purposes (FGP) committee and report back to the Trustees; 

• monitor and advise on the financial viability of the charity; 

• oversee the implementation of and monitor financial systems; 

• advise on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan; 

To express an interest in becoming a Trustee at SAT-7 UK, please provide a CV with a covering email explaining your relevant skills and experience and why you wish to become a member of SAT-7 UK’s board.

Wolfram Syndrome UK (WSUK)

WSUK is a small national charity based in West Sussex that supports children, young people and adults affected by Wolfram Syndrome (WS) and their parents/wider families. WS is an ultra-rare genetic disorder which causes a complex range of symptoms, including diabetes mellitus, vision problems, renal problems, deafness, and neurological problems. WSUK provides current, accurate and family-friendly information, raises awareness of WS among health professionals and the public, and helps to fund WS research. 

WSUK Treasurer

The WSUK Board is seeking to recruit a Treasurer to complement and extend the range of skills and experience of its current members. This voluntary role will maintain an overview of WSUK’s activities to ensure its financial viability and that proper financial procedures are maintained. Through active participation in quarterly Board meetings (on-line), this role will help WSUK to achieve its ambitions to continue to develop the activities and services it delivers to the WS community.

Skills and experience

WSUK is seeking a treasurer who is committed and motivated to help lead this small, but growing charity. Some financial experience and skills are needed, along with good independent judgement, an ability to communicate clearly and a team-oriented approach. You will become an important part of a dynamic charity, and you will be able to see how your involvement, skills and experience, directly benefit the people living with this challenging, ultra-rare condition.

The closing date for applications is Friday 13th September 2024..

Treasurer role description

Summary of the role:

The overall role of the Treasurer is to maintain an overview of the organisation’s affairs, ensure its financial viability and ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.

Overall responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Treasurer include:

· Overseeing and approving budgets, accounts and financial statements.

· Ensuring proper records are kept and effective financial procedures and controls are in place.

· Regularly reporting the financial position at Board meetings (e.g. quarterly reports), drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way.

· Overseeing the production of an annual budget and proposing its adoption at the last meeting of the previous financial year.

· Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs.

· Keeping the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.

· Liaising with members of the WSUK team about financial matters.

· Liaising at a Board level with external auditors on specific issues in the auditing process.

· Guiding and advising fellow trustees to formally approve the annual report and audited accounts.

· Contributing to the fundraising strategy of the organisation.

· Appraising the financial viability of plans and proposals.

Responsible to: This role works closely with the Chair and Board of Trustees

 Experience and skills:

The treasurer should have the following qualities:

· Financial experience. (e.g. as a Financial Director, Financial controller or qualified accountant).

· Financial analytical and evaluation skills.

· Good, independent judgement and strong leadership skills.

· Ability to communicate clearly.

· A team-oriented approach to problem solving and to management.

· Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.

· A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort and be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis.

· A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

This is a voluntary position although all reasonable expenses are paid (in line with the WSUK expenses policy).

This role will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Time commitment

· The Board meets around 4 times per year, held virtually in the evening.

· The AGM is typically held as a face-to-face meeting on a Saturday afternoon in / near Worthing, West Sussex.

· Attendance at fundraising events and the Wolfram Syndrome annual conference is optional.

 The Applicant needs to reside in the UK.