Support Officer Volunteer Roles in Belfast

Ref: V219 | Support Group Volunteer | Bangor, Northern Ireland

We’re looking for Support Group Volunteers over the age of 18 years old, based at Ards and North Down Stroke Support Group, Green Road Community Centre, 30 Breezemount Road, Conlig, Bangor, Northern Ireland, BT23 7TX.

You’ll be volunteering every Wednesday 11am to 1pm.

As a support group volunteer, you will help with the running of the group. The role is designed to suit the needs of the group and the skills of people offering support. If you enjoy getting to know your community, working with others and making a real difference then this is the role for you.

The volunteer will be:

• A people person, with good listening skills.
• A great communicator who enjoys meeting new people.
• Good at putting people at ease.
• Reliable and organised.
• Passionate about supporting people affected by stroke. 
• IT literate, have good administrative and record keeping skills and be able to follow relevant policies.

An Access NI check is required for this role.

Interested in this role?

Find out more by downloading the role description for the Support Group Volunteer role.

If you are interested in this role, please complete our application form on our website.

About Us

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

Volunteer Role Description

Role Titles: Volunteer Mobile Support Unit Receptionist  &

Volunteer Mobile Support Unit Officer

Department: Support Services

Reporting to: Logistics Manager

Location: Nantgarw / Ystrad Mynach / Bangor / Llandudno / Rhyl / Wrexham / Port Talbot / Bridgend / Carmarthen / Aberystwyth / Haverfordwest

Why am I needed?

Our Mobile Support Units bring cancer treatment into the community & closer to home. We’re looking for volunteers to provide support on the reception desk of our specialist Mobile Clinic (the first in the world of its kind!), so that we can continue to support NHS patients & their loved ones.

What will I be doing?

Welcoming patients & their families on board the Mobile Support Unit

Undertaking basic admin skills including taking patients’ details

Offering refreshments to all visitors

Basic Logistics work

Speaking with visitors about all of our services

Liaising with the nurses on board the Mobile Support Unit to help provide an excellent service for those receiving treatment.

What skills do I need?

Excellent communication skills and experience of dealing with people face to face

A friendly and enthusiastic approach, with great customer service skills

Efficient with good attention to detail

Sensitivity

Commitment

Health care or transport experience would be beneficial

Welsh speaking skills are desirable but not essential.

How much time do I need to commit?

Usually between the hours of 0730-1600

What support will I be given?

You’ll receive an induction to the charity and the Mobile Unit team will support you as you begin your role. There’ll always be another member of the Mobile Unit team to support you when you’re volunteering with us.

There may also be the opportunity for further training such as Supportive Skills and Welfare Benefits. You'll also have access to our eLearning training system.

What benefits can I expect?

The chance to gain experience of supporting Wales’ leading cancer charity in a unique environment

The opportunity to develop a range of skills & apply for all internal vacancies

The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a vital difference to people’s lives through our unique work.

Where will I be based?

Your local Tenovus Mobile Unit location

We are looking for someone to replace our current housing advice role as she is having to take time off. If you have expertese in this area please apply!

You will be accountable for overseeing how we support our tutors across the organisation. You will be responsible for our team of Tutor Liaison Officer, who run our tutor support activities in our branches. 

Students4Students (S4S) is a national charity which is split across 3 branches, with c.100 volunteers. Over 90% of our volunteers work in schools through our Tutoring Programme. We aim to provide them with 1st class training and support throughout their time volunteering with S4S.

The majority of the support our volunteer tutors receive is via their branch Tutor Liaison Officer who coordinates training and support sessions throughout the year. After two years of retrenchment, S4S is now looking to expand once again. We are therefore looking for someone to lead our efforts to support our tutors, make continuous improvements and manage our team of TLOs in our branches.

Responsibilities and duties

The post-holder will be responsible for:

• Owning and managing the processes for how S4S supports our tutors and the activities that underpin these.

• Designing and executing a strategy for how S4S can ensure we keep our tutor retention numbers high.

• Manage the team of branch TLOs, including providing training, coaching and support for them.

Time commitment

• Throughout the year – We expect the post holder to commit to an average of 1-2 hours per week

Key requirements

i. Experience managing volunteers

Optional requirements

i. Experience working in a non-profit setting

ii. Experience working in an educational setting

iii. Experience working with student volunteers (Preferred but not essential)

Operations Officer Volunteer

Role Profile

Hours: 10-16/week

Duration: 6 months

Location: Remote Working (must be based within the GMT to GMT+3 timezones)

Benefits: Being part of a wonderful team and helping amazing grassroots organisations find volunteers. Direct insight into how an charity operates. Mentoring support & training related to the role and your development interests. Flexible working hours. There is no financial compensation associated with this role. This role can be accounted as an official internship.

To apply, please fill in the application form by December 10th.

Purpose

We are seeking a motivated Operations Officer to join our team as a volunteer. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of our organisation, providing vital support to the Interim CEO and contributing to various aspects of our operations, including administration, HR, reporting, project management, and more. The diversity of this role means every week will look a bit different! This role is vital in order for Indigo to keep our services running and provide support to our partners, volunteers, and ultimately the refugees we serve. You will be working with the Interim CEO and supported by the rest of the Indigo team.

Responsibilities 

Administrative support

• Liaise with the CEO on managing day-to-day operations and engaging external stakeholders.
• Keep record of documents and day-to-day information in line with the organisation's data management efforts
• Support with project management tasks such as keeping and circulating minutes, as well as monitoring & evaluation.

HR & Recruitment 

• Support the recruitment process by posting job listings, screening candidates, coordinating interviews.
• Assist in the account set up and onboarding new team members.
• Identify and organise training opportunities for team members to enhance their skills.

Optional Involvement in Other Areas

• You will have the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, fundraising efforts, research projects, partnership management, and marketing activities based on your skills and interests.
• Collaborate with various teams within the organisation to support ongoing projects and initiatives.

Internal Risk, Compliance and Policy Work

• Support the Board of Trustees in conducting a full internal governance review every 18 months.
• Support in sustaining our GDPR compliance and data protection efforts throughout our work.
• Support the Board of Trustees and Interim CEO in their continuous risk management and compliance efforts.

Skills & Experience 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, proactively and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Proficiency with Google workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc) and familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Previous experience in sales, GDPR compliance, and/or reporting is a plus.
• Prior experience or coursework in fundraising, nonprofit management, or related fields is a plus.
• Interest in working remotely, managing your own time and multitasking

At Indigo Volunteers we see our differences as our strength. We are committed to cultivating an equal and fair working environment free from discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We believe in promoting a sense of belonging, where our people are heard and valued and diversity of experience and perspective is celebrated.

About Indigo

Indigo Volunteers is a charity that recruits volunteers, supports grassroots organisations, and creates networks along the European refugee route. We believe in the power of ordinary people, and enable them to work together to support refugees and displaced people. We work within a community of remarkable grassroots charities, volunteers, sector experts, and humanitarian organisations that are positively dedicated to supporting communities coping with displacement, inequality, and social injustice. Have a read about us on our website.

OUR VALUES

1. Human-centred. We put relationships, lasting collaborations and human wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
2. Humility. We acknowledge that we do not have all the answers; we welcome feedback and strive to continuously learn. 
3. Accountability. We follow through on our commitments; we are honest and transparent

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 finances.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and 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 COO to join ADC.

Main purpose of job: Lead ADC’s strategic planning & business operations. Planand execute long-term and short-term plans and directives by implementing judgement, vision, management, and leadership

Division: Operations

Department: N/A

Reports to: Founder and CEO

Position is responsible for: Business Operations, Marketing & Communication, Finance, Legal & Risk, IT, Admin Support

Main Duties and Objectives:

Responsibilities:
 

• Create ADC’s strategic framework, business priorities and annual action plan
• Develop ADC’s business plan and KPIs aligned to the strategic framework
• Set comprehensive goals and objectives for performance and growth
• Communicate and champion the strategic framework and action plan and set up teams to support the annual action plan
• Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics. Manage and monitor ADC’s business performance management process
• Oversee ADC’s daily operations and the work of core operational functions (IT, Marketing, Admin Support, Finance, Legal & Risk)
• Assist CEO and Executive Team in fundraising ventures & planning
• Assist CEO with ADC’s expansion strategy (investments, acquisitions, alliances etc.)
• Recruit relevant team skills and capacity
• Enable cross team collaboration and focus

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience:

Essential:
 

• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
• Have at least 15 years of Strategic management or transformation roles
• Have operational experience evidence of setting up functions, policies and procedures
• Evidence of setting up, managing and developing teams
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Have strong leadership qualities and expertise
• Available to volunteer at least 10-15 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:
 

• Proven experience as a COO or Head of Operations
• 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
• Experience leading, managing and coaching successful teams in different geographical locations

What ADC Offers You:
 

• 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 recruitment(at)africandevelopmentchoices(dot)org.

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Corporate Partnerships volunteer to welcome into our team. We are excited to see what possibilities you can help bring!

Description

Numberfit is a social enterprise that works to make Maths learning fun and engaging for children across all age groups. We are looking to grow our reach, and with this our team.

We are looking to enter into the world or corporate partnerships across a diverse range of brands who may share our mission, from sports, wellness, children’s nutrition companies. This is a new opportunity, so we are looking for some to dream big but also get a real sense of where we are and what we could be headed for. You will work alongside our founder and key team who will work with you to share what we do at Numberift, and how we see corporate partnerships helping us to develop as an organisation towards reaching our future goals.

Some of the tasks we are looking for an individual in this role to help us with are:

• Create and deliver creative an ambitious strategy to promote Numberfit

• Be part of a collaborative team, and effectively position us as a partner of choice for brands that align with our core values.

• Researching corporates and organisations who may share our social mission

• Be able to identify mutually beneficial partnerships and where we can add value back

• Creating partnership collateral

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a volunteer who has experience in:

• Corporate partnerships, or external partnership (ideally)

• Communications

• Creating organisational strategies (ideally)

• Creating compelling stories to demonstrate impact

• Enthusiasm 

Whilst we would love to meet someone who is experienced in the above, this is also a great opportunity for someone to make their first steps in a Partnerships role.

The volunteer should also have/be:

• Accuracy and attention to detail 

• Ability to quickly understand the needs of our team / organisation / users

• Can ask key questions to enable us to clarify requirements

• Understands the resource constraints of a small organisation and is able to work with these

• Open to feedback

What difference will you make? 

Your input will shape how we engage with corporate partners, helping us create a strategy that will see us work towards extending our reach and impact, and continue raising the profile of mathematics, enjoyable learning and children's wellbeing.

What’s in it for you? 

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a first experience in a Partnerships role or looking to use their experience in Partnerships for a social enterprise. You’ll have the chance to bounce ideas off us, develop our key strategy and partnership materials, and see your ideas put forward and supported.

You would become part of our small, friendly team and have the opportunity to use your time to make a real difference to the organisation’s ability to provide and deliver enjoyable maths sessions and materials for children across all age groups.

What skills should you have? 

• Problem solving skills 
• Creativity and communication
• Attention to detail

What skills will you gain? 

• Teamwork
• Strategy
• Communications
• Stakeholder engagement

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification/training or experience
• Own computer or secure access to one
• Minimum 5 hours per week, ongoing role. As this is new to us, we are looking for someone to be with us as we brainstorm ideas, create structured processes and collateral, and start reaching out to companies. Therefore we ask that you are able to commit to this role for at least 6 months, working days/ evenings or if you are able to support us for a set day(s) per week.

The National Organisation  of the Treatment of Abuse (NOTA) is the principal membership association for professionals in UK and Ireland contributing to the prevention of sexual violence and sexual abuse. With over 1,300 paid members, it makes a significant contribution to public protection and the safeguarding of children every year through supporting practitioners on the frontline with training, support and access to up to date research and resources. As a charity we are on the cutting edge of research and developments that held us understand sexual harm, online, in families, in institutions and in our communities. We  work with experts, academics and people with lived experience to find new and effective solutions to make society safer for everyone.

We are looking to recruit a new trustee to our board who will take on the role of Finance Director. It is a voluntary position, with full support provided by our professional admin team. This is an exciting opportunity for a colleague with a finance background to make a real difference supporting those who are contributing to better protection of children and adults from sexual abuse and harm.

You will need financial management expertise and an understanding of charity finance issues and an understanding of charity governance. We expect the successful candidate will have financial qualifications and/or bookkeeping experience. Good communication skills and experience of team working  will be needed alongside a commitment to the aims of NOTA’s  policies and procedures and ethos.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The key relationships are with the NOTA Chair and NOTA General Manager and as member of the Board. The role has significant support in the day-to-day management of the NOTA Finances from both the NOTA General Manager and the Business support team.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the Chair of the Board of Trustees

To maintain the effective governance of the organisation’s affairs, overseeing the financial viability and that proper processes and procedures exist for assuring all financial records, decisions and delegations are maintained.

1 Strategic

To assist and advise in the formation of the Charity’s strategy with particular regard to ensuring that the Charity has the resources to deliver the agreed strategy.

The Finance Director will be a standing member of the NOTA Finance Group whose members will include NOTA General Manager and NOTA Chair.

2Financial

To ensure that the Board receives appropriate budgetary and financial information on the activities of the Charity including Annual Accounts.

To recommend to the Board appropriate accounting procedures, controls and policies.

Assist in the process of the appointment of auditors and contractors and review such appointments on a regular basis.

To work in close relationship with NOTA General Manager in all matters financial including monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the Charity.

Act as a signatory and authorise approved payments to suppliers and contractors.

3 Governance

To ensure that the Board is aware of its financial duties and responsibilities and the need to comply with all relevant legislation.

To ensure that all financial policies, procedures, and the appointment of external contractors are reviewed on a regular basis.

To act as Chair of NOTA’s Finance and Group.

4 General responsibilities as a Trustee

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, the Finance Director as a Trusteehas the following general responsibilities.

Ensure the Charity applies its resources exclusively in pursuing its objectives.

Safeguard the good name and values of the Charity.

Attend meetings and subcommittee meetings as appropriate and read documentation in preparation for the meeting.

Keep informed about the activities of the Charity and wider issues which affect its work.

Commitments are expected to be around 5 hours a month. The Finance Director would be entitled to attend our annual 3 day conference and training events for free.

The overall role of the treasurer is to maintain an overview of Yes to Life's affairs, ensure financial viability, and ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
With the specific duties of:
• Overseeing and presenting budgets, accounts and other financial statements together with the Finance Manager and CEO.
• Being assured that the financial resources of Yes to Life meet its present and future needs.
• Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy.
• The preparation and presentation of the financial statements to the board.
• Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
• Liaising with the Finance Manager and CEO on a regular basis.
• Ensuring that Yes to Life complies with all relevant legislation.
• Ensuring that the accounts are prepared in the form required by the relevant statutory bodies.
• Ensuring that the accounts are audited in accordance with the regulations and that any recommendations are acted on in a timely manner.
• Make a formal presentation of the accounts at the Yes to Life AGM as required by the legislation.
• Chair the Finance sub-committee meetings.

Make a lasting impact on future generations and your community, by becoming a governor for your local college.

Peridot Partners have partnered with the Department of Education to revolutionise the education governance sector, by appointing 137 new governors to college boards across England.

Education governors come from all backgrounds and sectors with either professional or lived experience that can help the board to make their decisions. A passion for education and future generations is a must, but you don’t need to have any experience in the education sector to become a governor.

Being an education governor or trustee is a rewarding and fulfilling venture for any of us. You don’t need to be a Chief Executive, a senior leader or even an educationalist to join the ever-growing pool of people who regularly attend board and committee meetings to influence and impact the quality of education delivered by our schools, sixth forms, further education colleges and universities. 

As an education governor, you will draw on the professional experience of your working career and your own life experiences to support and challenge the strategic direction of the organisation. You will reflect on the lessons that you have learnt through education, work and life to ask questions and understand how decisions being made on an operational level will and could impact the students and their potential for achievement.

Peridot Partners and the Department of Education are, together, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate(s) will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can see the available opportunities and register your interest. 

Are you an accountant or finance professional seeking the opportunity to use your professional and leadership skills in a NED (non-executive Director) role?

The Romantic Novelists’ Association, a voluntary, non-profit organisation is seeking a Treasurer.

As a volunteer board member, you will work with the other directors and with RNA volunteers to help shape, support, and lead the organisation – the UK professional body for writers of romantic fiction.

If you are seeking to enhance your CV in a UK-wide role, supporting a not-for-profit Arts organisation, this may be the role for you.

Romantic fiction is central to the publishing industry in the UK and around the world.

The RNA was founded in 1960 to promote romantic fiction and support authors. We continue to celebrate the excellence and diversity of the genre and provide a supportive professional network for writers of romantic fiction. With around 1000 members – primarily writers of romantic fiction, but also editors, publishers, and agents, the Romantic Novelists’ Association is the premier organisation for romance writers in Britain, Ireland, and beyond.

Please note that this role is unpaid. Occasional travel to Board Meetings in London, UK may be required (travel and accommodation expenses will be paid).

What’s in it for you?

You’ll gain

● The opportunity to demonstrate, develop, and strengthen your skills as the RNA’s honorary Treasurer, guiding the RNA through the development and implementation of its new strategy, ensuring good financial governance, supported by the volunteer finance officer and the RNA’s auditor.

● The benefit of knowing you are making a difference in a volunteer-based organisation in the Arts.

● Improved knowledge and understanding of the Arts sector, and of the publishing industry in particular.

● Enhanced leadership opportunities as the key Director advising the board on financial matters.

You are:

● A qualified management or chartered accountant or finance professional.

● Skilled in creating budgets and variance reports.

● Able to advise the board on financial decision-making and best practice in financial governance.

● Have a good level of understanding of strategic development aligned with the ability and experience to contribute to  developing our strategy, policies and procedures.

Desirable:

● Previous board experience

● VAT experience

To apply:

Send your CV with a covering letter highlighting why you are interested in the role by Friday 15 December by 5.00 pm (UK time).

NRAS Board of Trustees recruiting Income & Generation Trustee.

NRAS – The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society, is the only patient organisation in the UK with a specific focus on Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Founded in 2001 and now the leading organisation representing people living with RA and JIA, the charity has an exemplary reputation within the world of rheumatology. Working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and other third sector organisations, NRAS offers services and support to patients, healthcare professionals, researchers and advocates for improved services and access to treatments.

Opportunity Description

NRAS is looking for an Income Generating & Fundraising Trustee with diverse skills and background in line with the people we represent.

Ideally Trustees will have close proximity to our cause - supporting all those with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Juvenile Arthritis in the UK, so preferably people with RA or adult Juvenile disease themselves or who have a close relation with RA or JIA but equally an understanding of working with the NHS or immunology would be as valuable. 

We currently feel we are underrepresented on the board in the following area

· A Trustee with established and proven fundraising connections in particular with major donors and corporate relationship building

· A Trustee with experience at senior/board level or running own business.

· A Trustee who can actively support the Fundraising team and have ability/time to meet Trust & Grant giving representatives alongside CEO and/or Founder

The role of our Board is to oversee and ensure good governance, approve annual financial statement and budget, protect the charity from liability, minimise risk, ensure legal compliance, and participate in fundraising. They also support the CEO and review her performance.

There are 4 board meetings per year with some additional sub-committee obligations as well as an annual away day which all Trustees are expected to attend. While most board meetings have been conducted virtually during the pandemic there is a hope that at least two board meeting per year will be face to face with all attending at the charity’s offices in Maidenhead. There is an expectation that Trustees will be able to devote sufficient time to attending meetings and sub-committee meetings. If a Trustee fails to attend 2 or more meetings the Chair will discuss if there the role of a Trustee is appropriate for the individual.

We require people who are passionate about what they do and are prepared to support a great cause with equal drive and commitment. We are also keen to attract people who have a network of contacts and are willing to help us fundraise. The charity currently gets no statutory income. It's only by increasing our income that we can do more and we have so much more to do to support the 450,000+ people living with RA and 12,000 children and their families living with JIA in the UK.

What impact will this opportunity have?

We have excellent and committed existing trustees but with a more diverse board of people with a wider range of backgrounds and skills to support, help and guide the charity and the Senior Management Team, we believe we will be in a stronger position to the achieve aims and goals within our strategic plan.

What’s in it for you as a volunteer?

We believe this is a great opportunity to contribute in a key way to a vitally important cause. RA and JIA are painful, complex, disabling and life-long diseases with no cure. They are not well understood and people generally don't recognise the symptoms as being in need of urgent attention so there is often delay to diagnosis. You can be part of making the difference to thousands of peoples’ lives. Our vision is for people with RA or JIA to live life without limits. With fair access to care and without prejudice nor discrimination due to their condition.

Time commitment

Mostly during office hours, but some out of hours meetings

· 4 Board meetings per year (minimum of two in Maidenhead and others hybrid)

· Attendance at key events (e.g. parliamentary launch of a report, or major beneficiary event)

· Attendance at any major donor event

· Attendance at various Trustee Training both online and in person

· 2 or 3 sub-committee online meetings per year

· participate in other activities in support of NRAS and the Board as required.

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.

Our client, a charitable organisation responsible for leading the development of grassroots football within Surrey, is seeking an impartial Independent Non-Executive Finance Director to join their team. As a leading figure in their organisation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping their financial strategy and ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity and governance.

• A voluntary role with a flexible time commitment of 1-2 days per month
• An opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of grassroots football in Surrey

As Independent Non-Executive Finance Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Directing and monitoring the business affairs of the organisation
• Providing strategic oversight and reviewing their strategic plan
• Ensuring robust financial controls and secure systems of risk management
• Overseeing the financial planning of the organisation and analysing its performance and risks
• Supporting senior management in embedding culture, safeguarding, diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation
• Acting as an ambassador for the organisation

The ideal candidate will have:

• A background working at as a Director of Finance or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to form solid, productive relationships
• An understanding of and a commitment to equality in action
• Interest in grassroots sport and knowledge & understanding of not for profit organisations

As a voluntary role, it offers a flexible time commitment of 1-2 days per month, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments. Relevant expenses will be covered in line with the organisations current Expense Policy.

The organisation is passionate about growing football in their region. They are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and embedding diversity and inclusion at all levels of their organisation. They believe in working collaboratively, being ambitious in their thinking, and striving for excellence in everything they do.

If you are a finance professional with a passion for grassroots sport and a commitment to equality and diversity, we would love to hear from you.

Application Process and Closing Dates:

The closing date for applications is Monday 18^th December 2023 at 12pm and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Wednesday 20^th December 2023 at 12pm.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with the selection panel on Tuesday 16th January or Wednesday 17th January 2024.

Further dates may be added or additional round of interviews, if required. Successful candidates will be notified by w/c 22nd January 2024.

To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.

We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.

If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to understand our process further, please contact level= .