Board Trustee Volunteer Roles

We are looking for pro-active, enthusiastic and motivated young professionals to join our board - you can help lead the strategic development of one of Dundee’s most promising and dynamic charities!

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are young people with lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges.

THE DETAILS

Feeling Strong is an exciting Dundee-based charity with the ambition to improve the lives of young people living with mental health and wellbeing challenges by fostering the skills, confidence and aspirations they need to flourish. Our services are designed by young people, delivered by young people for the benefit of young people, and we believe that this youth-led/peer-led approach is our biggest asset in tackling issues around mental health and wellbeing. We support stable recovery journeys for young people, lead campaigns to tackle societal issues, develop quality resources based on our own research, and tackle the disparity they face in unemployment, underemployment and accessing opportunities like further and higher education.

YOUR COMMITMENT

Whilst the Trustee Board meets for formal meetings 6 times a year, successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the organisation more widely, taking part in fundraisers, external events, strategic planning and advising the staff team when needed. The average contribution expected of Trustees is around one hour a week.

Work-related travel costs will be reimbursed.

APPLYING

Training and induction will be provided so we are open to all candidates, and we expect them to develop skills once in post, but we would welcome candidates with any of the following experience:

• Governance and previous board experience

• Business development and trading income generation

• Human resources

• Lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges

• Financial background

We are excited to share this great opportunity to join our Board of Directors.It is a very important time for Cornerstone, as we  set a course for the future, with our  strategy ‘Future proofing Cornerstone’. 

As a member of our Board, you will be instrumental in guiding the strategic future of the charity and ensuring exemplary governance and fiscal control. The main Board meets four times a year and board  members will be expected to be a member of one of the sub committees. You will also act as a local ambassador for Cornerstone. 

We are particularly keen to hear from those with skills, knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas who feel they can make a positive contribution to our charitable activities: - 

• Management experience in social care quality standards, compliance, commissioning and / or procurement 
• Senior management experience in the social work / social care sector preferably with strategic planning skills 
• Accountancy/financial experience preferably at management level 
• Personal experience of providing care and support of a relative or carer of a person who has experience of care 

 
About Us 
 
Cornerstone is one of Scotland’s largest charities and is a leading provider of social care services to more than 1,200 adults, children and young people with disabilities and other support needs.  We employ over 1,900 people across Scotland and are fully committed to delivering high quality care and support. 

In addition, we also operate our Cornerstone Self-Directed Support service.  Across this service, we have over 200 Personal Assistants on our books and approximately 1000 active clients. 

We’re committed to building a workforce that represents the true diversity of Scotland, where every single one of our colleagues feel enabled to deliver their best.  We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer who selects the best person for the job.  We value the diversity of our workforce and work hard to create an inclusive environment where each individual can bring their unique skills, experiences and ideas to the table to help us grow, bring create innovative solutions and develop of our people.  We are keen to receive applications for board position that reflect the diversity of the organisation. 

Click on our advert attachment to view for our Cornerstone Trustee Board information pack.

We welcome applications from anywhere in Scotland. 

There is no re-numeration attached to the role but expenses will be reimbursed. 

If you’re up for the challenge and think you have what it takes, apply today with your CV and cover letter.We're waiting to hear from you.Your cover letter should be uploaded to the 'Supporting Documents' section within our online application.

About Alopecia UK

Alopecia UK is a charity working to improve the lives of those affected by alopecia through aims of Support, Awareness and Research.  Founded in 2004, we work to help adults, young people and children affected by alopecia.  This includes those with the condition, as well as their loved ones.  We are a small charity working nationally across the UK.  Despite being small, we are the largest alopecia charity in the UK and have big ambitions to continue our growth and development, reaching more people and funding more research than ever before. 

We have a fantastic staff team and board of Trustees, as well as a loyal network of volunteers and supporters. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and innovative applicant to support a small yet dynamic charity, and make a lasting difference to the lives of those affected by alopecia.

Alopecia UK Trustee Board

Our Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall strategic direction of Alopecia UK. They represent a wide range of expertise from across finance, healthcare, communications, management and risk; in both private and public sectors.

The Trustee Board meets 4 times a year (two face-to-face meetings and two virtual meetings). Face-to-face meetings tend to be held on Saturdays from approximately 11am-4pm. Virtual meetings tend to be held midweek from approximately 6.30-8.30pm.

Alopecia UK Treasurer

Our Treasurer oversees the monitoring of the organisation’s finances alongside the Board Chair and Charity CEO, reporting regularly to the board and ensuring the bookkeeping, record keeping, and budgeting are done properly.

In addition to the 4 regular trustee meeting, the Treasurer spends approx 12-15 hours per quarter on accounts prep, budget prep, finance meetings etc.

This is a volunteer position.  Out-of-pocket expenses are payable.

The duties of the Treasurer include:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monitor performance against these.
• Preparation of quarterly management account packs (to include sense checking the bookkeeping records) and presentation of these to the Trustee board as part of the Trustee meetings.

Requirements for the role:

• A commitment to the charity’s mission to improve the lives of those affected by alopecia
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
• Possesses relevant financial qualifications and experience, including knowledge of charity finance and accounting for charitable funds
• Experience in governance and administration
• Possesses strategic vision, good independent judgement, and the ability to think creatively
• Understands and accepts the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship
• Strong organisational skills
• Understanding of sensitivities relating to confidential information
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish credibility with the Charity's trustees
• Remotely attending monthly finance catch ups with the internal staff team.
• Liaise with external accountants as part of the year end accounts process and assist in answering questions.
• Create and ensure implementation of sounds financial instruments, controls and systems for AUK’s assets.
• Advise on the financial implications of AUK’s strategic objectives.
• Act as a signatory on AUK’s banking transactions and any applications for funds, eg: grants and awards
• Keep on top of regulatory filings with The Charities Commission and OSCR
• Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees’ role in providing financial direction to the charity, including overseeing financial policy, goals, targets and evaluating performance against agree targets.
• Embrace and respect the culture of Alopecia UK.

Please refer to the Charity Commission guidance on good practice of charity meetings, also to Alopecia UK’s Charity Commission records. You can also read Alopecia UK’s 2021-2024 strategy. 

Your Application

If you would like an informal discussion about the role and what’s involved, one of the current trustees would be very happy to talk to you. Please email with your details and we will get back to you.

Interview dates:  To be confirmed.

All interviews will be held over Zoom.

Supporting Statement

We would love to understand more about you and your reasons for wanting to join the board of trustees at Alopecia UK and this information will be key for us in shortlisting.  Within your supporting statement please comment on:

• Why you want to support the work of Alopecia UK as the Treasurer
• How you meet the person specification
• What you feel you would bring in terms of experience, skillset, and knowledge base
• Any knowledge/experience you have of Alopecia UK and whether you have been involved in the charity’s work in the past (not essential)
• Your statement should not exceed 1,000 words. 

Join Our Team! Chair of Trustees, Treasurer and Trustees

The Baked Bean Charity is at an exciting transitional time! We are recruiting a new Chair of Trustees, Treasurer and Trustees with the skills and expertise to help escalate the charity to the forefront of social care and learning disability arts.

We are seeking experienced trustees who can put use their knowledge and expertise into supporting the charity through an interesting period of transition.

We are seeking passionate individuals with specific knowledge and expertise in at least one of the following areas:

- Charity finance

- Charity and/or business development

- Legal knowledge

- Experience of social care and/or learning disabilities.

- Fundraising

- Marketing

Please apply if you have experience being a charity trustee or have a clear understanding of what the role involves.

Successful candidates will:

· Have experience of being a charity trustee or be able to demonstrate knowledge of the requirements.

· Be a passionate person with a drive for equality.

· Have a proactive approach to being a trustee and supporting the development of the charity.

· Being able to commit time and skills to support the growth and the development of the charity.

· Be committed to supporting the Baked Bean Charity to continue providing outstanding quality services.

· Be dedicated to considering the needs of the service users during all decision making.

Time commitment:

The Board meets approximately six times a year. The meeting will last approximately to 2.5 hours.

· Most board meetings will happen in person from our Wandsworth head office.

· The role is unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are payable.

The Baked Bean Charity is a film supporter of equality and diversity, and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.

About us

The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant, thriving, and exciting service for people with learning disabilities. The charity’s unique offering includes performance-based services such as Dance, Drama, Choir and DJing, sporting services such as Zumba and boxing, and social activities such as club nights and holidays.

The Baked Bean charity promotes the social inclusion of all people with learning disabilities. Our Theatre in Education group works closely with our community partners to provide them with training and learning opportunities, ultimately improving inclusion, and understanding in society.

The Baked Bean Charity prioritises person centred working to ensure that service users are achieving their goals and living happy and fulfilled lives. The service adapts to the needs and wants of the clients.

Primarily based in Wandsworth, the Baked Bean Charity attracts service users from all surrounding boroughs, supporting over 170 people every week!

Available positions:

Chair of Trustees

Treasurer

Trustee (multiple positions available).

If you believe in a world where every young person has the confidence, independence, and skills to have real choices in life and work, and want to ensure support for underserved young people in our communities, this is the opportunity to lead the board of a charity who are filling the gap, bridging the gap and addressing the gap – WeMindTheGap.

Application closes on Monday 15th January 2024

Location: Hybrid, with occasional travel to Ty Avow, 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham LL11 1ND

Who we are

WeMindTheGap endeavours to ‘take the serendipity out of social mobility’ through our holistic in-person and virtual programmes that deliver real and lasting change to under-served young people across North East Wales and the North West.

Founded by our outgoing Chair Rachel Clacher CBE, WeMindTheGap’s holistic approach has proven measurable impact and has resulted in the charity growing significantly over recent years in terms of scale and ambition, all while allowing its young people and their experiences to speak truth to power. The charity now offers three distinct programmes: WeGrow, a 12-month programme of paid employment with five different employers, access to coaching, new skills and experiences, help with qualifications and support as our graduates move into the world of work. WeDiscover, created during the pandemic, is a ten-week virtual programme for young people who feel isolated and lack the confidence to make the next step into the world. Graduates from either programme automatically become a lifelong part of WeBelong and the support, connection and friendship that offers.

As champions of our young people, we are currently delivering ‘The Big Conversation’: a place-based research project that aims to get into the hearts and minds of young people aged 18-21, followed by work as a community to use those lessons and learnings to design, develop and improve even more accessible, relevant, attractive opportunities for them.

Our impact is significant: every £1 spent today on our original WeGrow programme generates a Social Return on Investment of £3.40 within 18 months and savings to the public purse of £2.60, and our young people’s voices are heard in both regional and national conversations about disadvantage, social mobility and skills.

About the role

As our current Chair comes to the end of their term, we are at a pivotal and exciting time that involves creating our new strategy for WeMindTheGap. We have successfully secured Shared Prosperity Funding for £1.2 million: this guarantees the delivery of a number of WeDiscover and WeGrow programmes, the development of WeBelong and the ability to pilot new initiatives in the coming two years. With proven impactful programmes and secured funding for the medium term, a dedicated and talented team, and solid relationships at regional and national levels, this is the time for us to make critical decisions, consider the many choices available, scale and grow our impact further. The new Chair will support us in playing an influential role, navigating the future strategic direction of the charity, and leading the Board of WeMindtheGap through a new, exciting and defining chapter of its journey. Handover to our new Chair will be during 2024.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Chair who is passionate about enhancing and developing the life chances of our most vulnerable and disadvantaged young people, and who has leadership experience, primarily through periods of positive change and transformation. The new Chair will bring a strong understanding and knowledge of good governance and will be a commercial strategic leader with experience leading and building inclusive, collaborative, and strategic teams and cultures. Our new Chair will work alongside our board, and talented team, including our Chief Executive and will provide support and challenge alongside being a proud ambassador.

Including quarterly board meetings, annual strategy away day, regular meetings with our Chief Executive and Trustees, attending events and ad hoc discussion and preparation, we expect the likely time commitment to be the equivalent of 2-3 days a month.

This is an opportunity to lead a charity supporting our most disadvantaged young people to thrive and access real-life opportunities, at a time of exciting growth and change.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close Monday 15th January 2024.

Clinks’ chair has completed two terms and will be stepping down at our AGM November 2024. We want to introduce our new chair in April 2024 to allow for good transition time, therefore between April - Nov you will be sat on our board as a trustee. This time will allow for an effective handover between you and our current chair before they step down. You will be coming on board as we implement our new strategy so you can have your say in this crucial development period.

We are looking for a chair who can lead that team well and work with the leadership team to steward a vibrant and vital voluntary sector.  Our new chair will need to be committed to voluntary action and believes in the potential and right of everyone to effective support to enable change. The Chair is pivotal to creating the conditions for overall board and individual director effectiveness, both inside and outside the boardroom.

You will need to have knowledge of the criminal justice system in England and Wales and the role of the voluntary sector within it, alongside knowledge of the UK voluntary sector and charity governance. A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the position, and be committed to the organisation, its values, and to anti-racism. Is essential as well as strategic vision, good judgement, leadership, and communication skills, to be able to govern our board of trustees to the highest standard.

We welcome applications from across society and we aim to have a diverse board representative of the communities impacted by criminal justice and the challenges they face. Clinks is committed to recognised as an anti-racist organisation and upholds the right of people with criminal convictions to take on paid and unpaid roles across society. If you are applying but might require a waiver due to criminal convictions, then we would be happy to speak to you about that process and how we might help. 

Onboarded as a trustee from April 2024 for efficient handover from current chair. Take on role of Chair of the Board from November AGM 2024.  

Independent Advocacy is a registered charity operated as a company limited by guarantee. The board of directors of the company are also trustees of the charity. We need experienced members of the public to join our Board. We are particularly keen to recruit members Experience of caring for a person with a disability, Expertise in Marketing, HR or Finance. Hybrid Board meetings are held every month.The Board is responsible for setting the strategy and policies of Independent Advocacy and guides and supports the Management Team. 

The Chair has the overall purpose of leading the Board, ensuring systems are in place to provide trustees with the support they need to carry out their role effectively and enabling trustees to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. This will be done in accordance with the relevant legal and regulatory guidelines/requirements.

The Multi-Story Orchestra is looking to appoint a new Chair to lead its board into the next stage of the organisation’s development.

We became a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England this year. The new Chair will play a significant part in marking the next chapter for our orchestra. The role will be responsible for overseeing the company’s adaptation to becoming an NPO, and will support a step change in the depth and scope of our work.

We are looking for someone to join the board in February 2024.

The time commitment would be between two to three days a month, with board meetings four times a year.

This role would include regular meetings with the Artistic Director, Executive Director and other trustees.

We are open to discussion around the length of the initial term.

We are also open to the possibility of this being a Co-Chair position. Please indicate in your application whether you are interested in applying as the sole Chair, as a Co-Chair, or both.

This is a voluntary and unremunerated position.

The Group The Musical needs people in Shropshire to be Trustees on its board for its new charitable status

The Group the Musical is a theatre and community project founded in 2022.  Our aims and objectives are to raise awareness and promote a positive image of Autism and disability through expressive arts as well as provide an inclusive and accessible theatre society for people with Autism, other disabilities and other less fortunate individuals in the local community. We have made a very positive start and it is clear from the participation and confidence gained by our service users that we are fulfilling our aims and objectives. 

We currently have great facilities for rehearsals and performance at our Dance Studios and a fantastic production team led. The Group the Musical is currently unregistered and unincorporated, and we feel we require some form of registration and official legal organisational status. After having considered the possibilities and legal requirements with various organisational statuses we believe the Charitable Incorporated Organisation (C.I.O.) model would be most suitable for our organisation. This status would mean registered charity status in England and Wales, the benefits of a being corporate body and limited liability for its trustees. The process for registration would be free and we would be only required to register and make annual returns and reports to the Charity Commission.

The trustees would need to be suitable for charitable governance and would be responsible for its compliance as a registered charity in conjunction with the legislation and guidelines of the Charity Commission for England and Wales, as with any registered charity, and the fulfilment of its aims and objectives. We would require three trustees as a minimum for an initial term of office of around two years. As we are new and currently going through the registration process you would be one of our founding trustees. Trustees would be welcome to attend our sessions at any time of their own choice. They would be required, however, to attend a minimum of three governance meetings per year and organise an A.G.M. (Annual General Meeting) to present to service users, team members and other stakeholders our progress and social impact for the year. As well as being a trustee they may take on other officer roles such as Chair or Secretary which could also allow use of any other areas of expertise they may have. 

We are seeking to diversify our board! We are looking for one Trustee and one Chair.  Do you have a passion for sex workers’ rights and safety? Do you want to be part of a charity with vital real-world impact? Do you have the time and skills to guide NUM’s board and staff towards its mission? Then we’d love to hear from you.

We are especially keen to receive applications from people of colour, others with marginalised identities and sex work experience. If you’d like to speak with someone in advance of applying, please contact the current chair, Siân Prime, at sian[at]uglymugs[dot]org with Chair Enquiry in the subject line.

About NUM:

National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is an award-winning charity with a mission to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers.’ NUM provides a mechanism for sex industry workers to report crimes and harm they experience and share this information within their communities to warn others of potentially dangerous individuals and situations.

We have a dedicated casework team of industry experts who support sex workers to further access criminal justice remedies and other services as determined by victims/survivors to cope and recover from crimes they experience in the ways they choose. We also host a range of other projects in racial justice, mental health, drop-in support (Scotland), and vocational exploration.

Our main aims are to: 

• Increase sex worker safety and prevent crime and harms against this diverse population of adults.

• Support sex workers in generating knowledge and sharing their experiences in ways that advance the well-being of their communities, increase the social inclusion of sex workers and an end discrimination, criminalisation, and violence.

• Provide survivor-centred, trauma-informed support services.

• Facilitate sex workers in safely accessing the public services of their choosing and in educating communities of stakeholders to ensure that:

• sex workers are the ones characterising their work and defining their circumstances, needs and priorities.

• services are informed about the needs and priorities of sex workers in order to promote non-judgemental treatment and respectful engagement.

• all sex workers, irrespective of class, race, gender, sexuality, ability, status in the country and type of sex work, receive consistent, protective responses from police when they access them for help.

• sex workers inform justice, victim support, anti-violence and inclusion health initiatives in ways that improve their wellbeing and increase their engagement in civil society.

We serve sex workers of all genders, ages, abilities, cultures and modes of work and offer a digital reporting and alerting mechanism to warn these communities about dangerous individuals who may target them. We provide individualised specialist support from experiential support staff and others trained as Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVA) who ensure sex workers have the information and resources needed to make important choices about their lives.

Key facts

• NUM has 17 members of staff, and 8 board members

• In 2022:

  • NUM had over 9000 members, 80% of whom were sex workers

  • Our Case Work Team provided direct support to over 737 sex workers 

  • 519 reports of harm perpetrated against sex workers were submitted to NUM, and we sent out over 760,000 alerts to sex workers to prevent further violence 

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter (of no more than two sides of A4) and a CV (which can detail volunteering and/or employment experience) through CharityJobs or by email to admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org

Both roles roles are open until filled.

Please read our role description attached to find out more about who we’re looking for.

Are you ready to make a profound impact on a small, local charity that has undergone a period of growth in the last 2 years?

Disability Huntingdonshire (DISH) is searching for a dynamic and dedicated individual to serve as Chair on our committed Board as the charity continues to grow and face the challenges of a changing economic, demographic, and political landscape.

Our goal is to support people in accessing the welfare and practical support they need, including disabled children and adults, unpaid family carers and older people.

As a charity, DISH is keen to improve its diversity and to have a board that reflects the lived experiences of the communities it supports. DISH warmly welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with varied skills and experiences and welcomes applicants who have had experience with the welfare benefits system.

Treasurer – Role Description

As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer maintains an overview of Fylde Coasts Women’s Aid’s financial affairs. The Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls, and procedures are put in place and reports to the Board at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation.

Treasurer role

• Ensures the financial transactions of the organisation.
• Provides regular finance reports and ensures the Board of Trustees have enough information to make financial decisions.
• Gives advice and recommendations when the Board of Trustees is presented with difficult financial decisions.
• Ensures the regular payment of wages and that financial procedures of personnel are maintained, e.g., tax, national insurance etc.
• Prepares financial material for audit and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensures legal requirements are met, e.g., the audit.

What we are looking for

A finance professional. A knowledge of charity finance is an advantage. Otherwise, an enthusiasm to learn, drawing from sound commercial experience and an understanding of SMEs.

· A strategic thinker with an ability to balance risk and opportunity.

· Clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non-finance specialists.

· Willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, liaising with auditors.

In addition to the above, the Treasurer will also have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:

Responsibilities of all trustees

● Support and provide advice on Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.

● Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

● Oversee Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.

● Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

● Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.

● Review and approve Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s financial statements.

● Provide support and challenge to Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

● Keep abreast of changes in Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s operating environment.

●  Contribute to regular reviews of Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s own governance.

● Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

● Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.

● Contribute to the broader promotion of Fylde Coast Women’s Aid’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.

As a charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Attributes and qualities

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training.

Personal skills and qualities

● Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

● Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.

● Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.

● A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

● Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.

● Willingness to lead according to our values [charity values]

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

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

● This is a voluntary position, but reasonable travel expenses incurred whilst carrying out trustee business will be reimbursed.

Time Commitment

● Attending 6 Board meetings annually, including the AGM. Currently meetings are held either virtually or in person at FCWA’s Blackpool offices.

● Attending strategy / training sessions, when required.

● There may also be a requirement to attend subgroups, however, these are minimal and on an ad hoc basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to take on the role of Treasurer for Rochdale and District Mind. The purpose of your role as a Treasurer is to lead the board in its oversight of our finances and offer financial guidance to the wider board and our CEO and Senior Leadership Team. We have a diverse board and warmly welcome first-time and suitably qualified candidates who bring new perspectives.

Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee the financial affairs of Rochdale and District Mind and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
• Oversee efficient record-keeping.
• Monitor and report on the financial health of the organisation.
• Oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits.
• Review periodically the charity’s financial control procedures to ensure they are up to date and adequately protect the charity’s assets.
• Lead the Audit and Finance Committee, working with the CEO and Finance Manager to set appropriate agendas, reporting to the board and ensuring that action points are monitored and taken forward.

Requirements:

You will need to:

• Have a certified accountancy qualification.
• Be proficient in analysing financial and non-financial information strategically.
• Have the ability to balance independent judgment with effective teamwork within the board.
• Have strong communication skills, with the ability to work supportively and collaboratively with Co-Chairs, CEO, and Finance Manager, being accessible via email or phone between board meetings.
• Demonstrate commitment to the organisation's vision of supporting mental health and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrate willingness to comprehend and fulfil trustee duties, and attend necessary training, particularly if new to the role of Treasurer in a charitable organisation.

About us

Rochdale and District Mind is a mental health charity that supports people in the community who are facing mental health challenges. As part of the Mind Federation and the Mind in Greater Manchester partnership, our goal is to ensure that individuals do not face mental health issues alone and can live free from stigma and discrimination.

You may have experience of the following: Trustee, Board Member, Committee Member, Treasurer, Accountant, Audit, Chair.

Contact us if you have any questions about the role:

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please get in touch with us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help make the application process work for you.

How to apply

Eastside People is supporting Rochdale and District Mind in the recruitment of this role.

Please ensure you read the Candidate Information Pack before applying. Application is with a CV and covering letter which should indicate why you are interested in applying for the Treasurer role and how you meet the person specification.

The closing date for applications is 18 December 2023. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 8 or 15 January 2024.