About us

Possability People is a user led organisation that promotes independent living for all.

Possability People works towards equality by inspiring disabled people to identify barriers and define solutions.

What we need

To provide administrative support to the Payroll & Accounts Assistant in utilising the payroll and supported bank accounts (SBA) option as part of their Direct Payments package.

Things you can do

• Assisting the Finance Assistant with the daily office routine.
• Opening and disseminating the SBA/Payroll mail.
• Scanning & organising all paperwork received onto the computer system.
• Sending letters and other monitoring forms to the City Council on behalf of the Supported Bank Account Service Users.
• Sending monthly statements to SBA clients.
• Auditing clients invoices to ensure they are within their budget
• Ringing clients for the authorisation of Care Agency invoices.
• Updating the clients’ database with the relevant documents and financial paperwork
• To assist the Finance Assistant with the sending of quarterly returns for NI and Tax purposes.
• To apply for PAYE schemes and enter Authorisation codes on the HMRC website.

Who can help

Payroll staff team, Office & Resources Manager and all Possability People staff.

Expected Commitment

 We expect 1 regular shift a week on a day which is convenient to you. We need volunteers from Monday through to Friday between 10 am & 1pm or 1pm & 4pm.

What support and training is there for you?

Each Volunteer will have a full induction with the Office & Resources Manager in order to familiarise themselves with the overall working practices of the organisation and to prepare for the specific tasks that their Volunteering role will focus on.

Volunteers will have 1:1s every three months with the Payroll and Administration Officer.

Volunteers always work with a member of staff and are made to feel welcome as part of the Payroll and Administration team.

Benefits

 An opportunity to offer your skills and experience.

 The chance to build confidence, self-esteem and make a difference.

 Join a team committed to better, more equal and inclusive public services.

 Meet new people.

 Learn new skills, develop your CV and gain work references.

Can you provide the following?

• We require someone who is above all organised, systematic and has an eye for detail.
• Good IT and data entry skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to the provision of quality services and support for disabled people.
• To demonstrate an empathetic, confidential, tolerant and understanding approach to clients’ needs.

Maybe you have done or have some of these?

These are some skills, knowledge and experience we are looking for. However, if you don’t have these don’t worry as we can offer training and development within these areas.

• Experience in an accounting and/or payroll environment.

• Knowledge or experience of Zero
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment.
• Knowledge of Direct Payments.
• Knowledge and/or experience of disability issues.
• Experience of working with people with a wide range of support needs.

Please note:

This role does not require any knowledge and or experience of a particular project or department.

Please do not worry about the tasks – a thorough induction will be provided with ongoing support and training.

All Staff & volunteer appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS Clearance.

We Need You!

Who are we?

We are an independent charity and Housing Association working to improve the lives of women who have faced inequalities. Our work is focused on the provision of good quality, affordable homes and related support services across London, ensuring a stable foundation to enable women to live independently. 

Can you help us?

We are looking for a volunteer to assist our fast-paced Finance Department.  If you are a resourceful person with an eye for details, self-motivated and have excellent organisational and IT skills, then this role offers you excellent development and growth opportunities.  You would be based with our Finance team and will be responsible for general finance operations including data entry, suppliers’ liaison and general administration tasks such as filing and archiving.

To become our Volunteer Finance Assistant, you do not need Financial or Business Administration qualifications or experience, but you must have a good command of Excel. If you are willing to learn in a fast-paced environment, are curious to understand processes, have an eye for detail and enjoy analysing data this is the perfect volunteer role for you.

What do we need you for?

Based in our head office in Brixton; you will assist our Finance department with a variety of important tasks that would go from data entry, general office duties such a photocopying and printing to maintaining administrative systems up to date, checking supplier statements and requesting invoices, etc.

What’s in it for you?

This is a great opportunity for somebody looking to start a career in Finance, Business Administration or similar fields. 

As our Volunteer Finance Assistant, you will be provided with a comprehensive introduction to our IT system and Database; you will be fully supported and trained by an experienced member of the team and will have the chance to gain additional valuable experience by taking on more responsibilities and work across a wide range of areas such as purchase and nominal ledgers, cash books, credit cards and petty cash,  journals, management accounts and budgets among others.

Some additional benefits of volunteering with would be:

• Experience of working in a professional environment
• Opportunity to develop new skills
• Chance to meet new people
• Relevant training opportunities

When do we need you?

We are looking for someone who can spend 1– 2 days with us for 3 -6 months. We can be flexible with the days but ideally, we would like someone who can volunteer on Wednesdays. Our core volunteer hours are Mon- Fri 9.30-4.30pm

Closing date to apply:  12:00pm on Friday 25 October 2019

What are some of the skills, experience and knowledge we look for?

Experience of working with Microsoft including Word and Excel

Sound understanding of confidential working

Analytical thinking and methodical approach with both, a keen eye for detail and the capacity to see the big picture

Can-do approach

Job title: Lancashire Mind Trustees

Location: Chorley and other venues around Lancashire

Salary: Voluntary role; out of pocket expenses may be claimed and investment in trustee development provided

Lancashire Mind is in a strong position, having restructured its management team and having increased unrestricted income significantly. Our vision is Mental Wellbeing for All, which is supported by a coherent mission statement: revolutionise attitudes, challenge perceptions, alter provision.

Our work enables people in Lancashire to value and take care of their mental health. Our dedicated team challenge misconceptions about mental health, develop resilience in people from an early age and work with communities to build a happier Lancashire.

Externally, Lancashire Mind is well positioned and well respected in the health, public and third sectors. We are viewed as thought leaders in the areas of mental wellbeing and mental health prevention and we have been instrumental in shifting the county-wide understanding of mental health.

With a number of key trustees reaching the end of their terms of office over the next 12 months, we now seek up to several new board members who share our organisational values and have a passionate belief that prevention and resilience are the key to achieving mental wellbeing. This includes one trustee who will be able to step up into the chair role when our current chair leaves office.

If you’ d like to play your part in achieving mental wellbeing for all, have skills and talents beneficial to Lancashire Mind and can commit on average two days per month, we’re really interested in hearing from you.

We want Trustees who possess the following core skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of the role and responsibilities of a charity trustee
• A strong commitment to achieving Mental Wellbeing for All
• Commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, recognising the differing challenges faced by diverse groups
• Ability to think strategically and creatively and to challenge established views in an emotionally intelligent manner
• Excellent communication skills
• An understanding of (or a willingness to understand) the strategic, policy and political environments that affect and influence Lancashire Mind’s work

We’re particularly interested in hearing from people with one or more of the following skills: 

• Communications and marketing
• Finance
• Public health - ideally mental health

However, we welcome applications from high performing and well-connected individuals who feel that they offer other pertinent skills and/or connections that are not listed above.

Lancashire Mind particularly welcomes applicants who can bring a diversity of thinking to our work and organisation, based on their personal characteristics and experience, be it of disability, ethnicity, faith or sexuality. We particularly welcome applications from individuals that have a lived experience of mental health conditions.

Appointed Trustees will serve a three-year term in office, with an opportunity at the end of that first term to stand for re-election for a second three-year term.

PURPLE FIELD PRODUCTIONS

INFORMATION RE VOLUNTARY POSITION OF TRUSTEE/TREASURER

THE ORGANISATION

Purple Field Productions (PFP) is a UK registered charity working together with people in Africa and Asia in order to make and distribute educational films in local languages. We produce everything from short documentaries to full-length features, and our work can cover a wide range of subjects including health, welfare, community development, agriculture and the environment. Our purpose is not only to provide information and increase understanding and awareness on crucial issues, but also to give people a voice – both through our own productions and by providing training in filmmaking techniques to marginalised and under-privileged groups.

WHY THIS POST IS NEEDED

PFP is a small charity, currently governed by nine trustees, and with an annual income in the region of £25,000- £30,000. Our current Treasurer is retiring at our AGM in December and therefore we are seeking a replacement.

This post presents a worthwhile and exciting opportunity to direct an innovative organisation through a period of change and development. We are looking for a strategic minded individual who values the volunteer experience and is really concerned to address poverty and lack of information in the developing world.

In addition to holding specific responsibility for finance, the Treasurer will be a member of the Board of Trustees. The Trustees are jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities, and the development of the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, and the legal and regulatory guidelines.

HONORARY TREASURER

The Treasurer will oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice and in accordance with the governing document and legal requirements, and will report to the Board of Trustees at regular intervals about the financial position of the organisation.

Main duties/responsibilities:

• Ensure that effective financial measures, controls and procedures are in place and maintained.
• Provide appropriate financial governance for the charity.
• Take responsibility for advising on the financial implications of the organisation’s strategic plans.
• Assure that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs and are within the charity’s objectives.
• Provide advice and oversight to ensure that the Charity operates within the law and complies with the requirements of charity and company status.
• Contribute to the fundraising strategy of the organisation.

Prepare monthly management accounts, annual accounts and budgets, and make formal presentation of these and other financial reports when required.Note that we currently use Xero software.

• Be available to undertake online banking as and when required including foreign payments some of which may be required to complete over the phone.
• Manage the payroll for one part-time employee. We currently use HMRC’s Basic PAYE tools software.
• Provide financial information to the Trustee responsible for making submissions to Trusts/Grant awarding organisations on an ad hoc basis
• Provide information to the Company Secretary to enable statutory returns to be made to Companies House and Charities Commission
• Undertake the bookkeeping. However, this is an optional aspect of the role that could be separated and done by somebody other than the Treasurer if necessary. It should not deter interested persons from applying.

Anticipated Commitment Required - Board Meetings are held five times a year (including the AGM). In addition there are approximately four management meetings plus ad hoc strategy days etc.  Trustees are also asked to take part in discussions via email and study papers etc. If you allow approximately 10 hours a month on average, in addition to time allowed for attendance at the Board Meetings (and 2-3 hours per month bookkeeping if undertaking this responsibility) this should be sufficient in order to carry out your trustee/director responsibilities. At times there may be opportunities for further involvement in voluntary work on behalf of the Charity but this would be entirely optional.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Charity office is located in Ilminster, Somerset, and for the foreseeable future all Board Meetings will be held in this vicinity. We seek a Treasurer who lives with easy commute if possible, although alternative arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

The Existing Trustees are – Roland Chant, Brian Harper, Rob Rainbow, Kevin Waldie, Chris Deary, Rick Elgood, Rosemary Evans (retiring), Diane Makepeace (retiring) and Elspeth Waldie (Chair).

At the present time, PFP only has only one permanent part-time paid employee. All other operational tasks are undertaken by volunteers or free-lance film professionals working on short-term contracts.

THEATRE TROUPE are looking for a Treasurer with finance and/or accounting experience to join their new Board of Trustees, and support the company and its Directors through an exciting period of growth and development. Theatre Troupe is a community arts organisation that uses the radical nature of theatre to change the lives of children and young people in London with acute and complex mental health problems and we are interested in building a diverse Board - including those who have not been a Trustee before - so that we have a wide range of experience, skills and perspectives to draw on. Theatre Troupe’s Treasurer will:

1. Maintain an overview of the organisation's financial affairs
2. Ensure the company’s financial viability
3. Ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained
4. Report back regularly to the Board of Trustees on the organisation’s financial position

Theatre Troupe welcomes applications from everyone and actively encourages applications from individuals with a variety of different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are also happy to support those who are applying to be a Trustee for the first time.

The role of Treasurer Trustee will offer a valuable professional development opportunity for someone who is interested in playing a key role in the development of a thriving grassroots arts organisation that is having a significant positive impact on the lives of extremely marginalised children and young people.
 

About the Board of Trustees

The role of the Board of Trustees is to support the strategic vision and leadership of the company and its co-Chief Executives, and to ensure we are continuing to fulfill our vision and mission.

Trustees are key ambassadors of Theatre Troupe, promoting our work and helping to ensure best practice across the company’s management.

The Board will meet 4 times a year (approximately every 3 months) in central or South London.

Theatre Troupe is happy to pay Trustees’ expenses (e.g. travel, childcare) and we are committed to making meetings accessible for all Trustees.
 

If you do not want to apply for this particular role but you’re interested in becoming a Theatre Troupe Trustee, please do get in touch with us, particularly if you have experience in the any of the following areas: fundraising; marketing and communications; organisational development 

Do you want to be part of something special, a dynamic organisation committed to changing lives?

If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you. Galloway’s is recruiting to a number of roles which will complement the existing skills within our board of trustees.

If you have experience of working at a strategic level and an understanding of the changing environment in which we are working then please get in touch.

We are specifically looking for a ‘Make it Happen’ finance person to replace our retiring Treasurer who will Chair our Finance Committee and work with our Head of Finance on our financial management, controls and investments.

We are also seeking to recruit new Trustees who are recognised leaders and have strong experience in the fields of:

• Finance – to support the treasurer in all things finance.
• Health and Social Care - to help drive our approach towards more Health and Wellbeing commissioned services
• Income Generation and Communications - to support our strategy to grow our income and profile
• Lived experience of sight loss – preferably someone who will provide a view from the perspective of younger people of working age.
   

While we welcome applications from all interested individuals; we are currently underrepresented by people from black and other minority ethnic backgrounds. We particularly encourage members of these groups to apply.

This is an unpaid (other than expenses) but enormously rewarding opportunity and we hope you will consider joining us.

Applying is simple, all you have to do is email us your CV along with a personal statement describing how you meet the person specification and why you want this role. If we feel that you will add the right skills knowledge and experience to our Board we will call you for a telephone chat/interview and then go from there. It’s so simple, so what are you waiting for? Come join a team of committed Trustees who are making a real difference to the lives of people affected by sight loss living in Lancashire and Sefton.

If you would like to know more then please contact us and we will be happy to forward the relevant role description.

Closing date for applications is 25th October 2019

Interviews will be arranged during early November

Ahimsa are currently looking for new trustees to join their existing board. We are particularly interested in someone with a background in all or some of these areas: HR, Finance, Business Planning and Operational Management.

Main Duties

• To ensure that the charity complies with legislative and regulatory requirements and acts in accordance with its governing document.
• To safeguard and promote the values and mission of the charity.
• To determine the overall direction and development of the charity through clear strategic planning and business planning.
• To uphold the fiduciary duty invested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the charity.
• To promote and develop the charity in order for it to grow and to maintain its public benefit.
• To maintain sound financial management of the charity’s resources, ensuring expenditure is in line with the organisation’s objects, that investment activities meet accepted standards, that effective internal controls and risk management procedures are in place.
• To ensure that a fully effective and appropriate system is in place for the recruitment, appointment and monitoring of the work and activities of the Service Delivery Manager and where applicable other members of the  management team.
• To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the charity and its resources, striving for best practice in good governance.
• To abide by all relevant Ahimsa policies and procedures.

Person Specification

• A commitment to the aims and objectives of Ahimsa
• Strategic vision
• Good, independent judgement
• An ability to think creatively
• A willingness to speak their mind
• The ability to understand and accept the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team while contributing an independent perspective

What difference will you make?

Guiding the board on key strategic decisions regarding the effective running of the organisation is central to this role and will add significant value to the board’s decision making.

What’s in it for the volunteer?

This presents an exciting opportunity to become part of a small organisation that work very collaboratively always keeping their core purpose in mind.  It’s a wonderful time to join as we continue to grow and develop with an increased demand.

Time Commitment

• There are four board meetings a year at their offices in Plymouth. They usually take place on Tuesday at 10am.
• Trustees may also be called on by email a few hours a month.
• It would be very desirable for trustees to have flexibility and availability to provide ad hoc support as required.

Before you apply

Applications must be made via Reach in the first instance. Please provide your CV, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to work for the organisation, how your skills would add value to the board and any other relevant information.

Location

Ahimsa, 14 The Square, First Floor, The Millfields, Plymouth, PL1 3JX, England

I CAN the children’s communication charity is actively seeking a Finance Trustee to join their Board.

As experts in helping children develop the speech, language and communication skills they need to thrive in the 21st Century, the charity offer a number of programmes and services throughout the UK offering support to parents, children and practitioners as well as operating two Ofsted Outstanding specialist schools supporting children with severe and complex communication needs.

Finance Trustee – a qualified Accountant with an understanding and experience of Charity SORP, you will work alongside their Treasurer to ensure that the Board’s duty to ensure proper accounting records are kept and financial resources are controlled in line with governance, legal and regulatory requirements.

All Trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity is well run, solvent, legally compliant, and working towards I CAN’s charitable purpose for which it was established and Trustee roles are an important and a highly rewarding way to support an organisation. Please note that Trustee roles are unremunerated voluntary positions, although reasonable travel expenses will be paid and the time commitments are outlined in the candidate pack. 

I CAN is committed to equality of opportunity, supports and encourages under-represented groups and values diversity. We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, who will bring a fresh perspective to the Board and having reviewed our existing Trustees diversity, skills and experience, we are keen for our Board to reflect the diversity of the communities that we work with and we therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Red Balloon is a dynamic education charity with a number of Learner Centres throughout the UK who support young people who self-exclude from school and are missing education because of bullying or other trauma. They provide both an academic and therapeutic programme to enable their students to get back on track and reconnect with society and in addition to offering centre based programmes they also offer a distance learning provision (Red Balloon of the Air) which offers students a bespoke integrated programme of academic education and wellbeing provision, delivered both online and face-to-face.

Red Balloon Group in Cambridge wish to recruit a Finance Trustee with a background in charity reporting and consolidation.  You will join their other trustees to provide comprehensive governance to this growing and developing charity. Please do get in touch for more information.

Introduction 

Special Olympics is the world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities and physical disabilities, providing year-round training and competitions to 5 million athletes and Unified Sports partners in 172 countries.[2] Special Olympics competitions are held every day, all around the world—including local, national and regional competitions, adding up to more than 100,000 events a year.

And now we’re coming to Swansea, Neath & Port Talbot.

The Role

Job title: Finance Officer – Clubs (Wales-Cymru)

Estimated hours: 4 hours per month

The Finance Officer contributes to the sound management of the Region by providing specialist skills in financial management and reporting as detailed in the Governance documents adopted by the Steering Group. Although the Finance Officer does not need to be an accountant, they should understand how to use spreadsheets and how to monitor income and expenditure appropriately.

The Finance Officer is responsible for managing the income and expenditure of all the Regions funds, and for providing Special Olympics GB National Office an annual financial report (using a provided template) on all funds raised and spent each year (1st January to 31st December). Financial reports for the previous year are submitted along with the annual accreditation form between January and February each year.

Given these responsibilities, the Finance Officer typically acts as an information and reference point for the Steering Group members: clarifying financial implications of proposals; confirming legal requirements; outlining the current financial status; and retrieving relevant documentation where required.

Responsibilities

The 5 main responsibilities of the Finance Officer include:

• General financial oversight:

  • Oversee and present budgets, accounts and financial statements to the Steering Group

  • Liaise with designated volunteers or Special Olympics GB National Office about financial matters

  • Ensure that relevant financial systems and controls are in place

  • Ensure that record-keeping and accounts meet the conditions of funders or statutory bodies

  • Ensure compliance with the relevant Special Olympics GB Governance documents

• Funding and fundraising

  • Advise on the Clubs fundraising strategy

  • Ensure use of funds complies with conditions set by funding bodies

  • Ensure fundraising complies with the relevant Special Olympics GB Governance document and is bound by effective financial systems and controls

  • Ensure effective monitoring and reporting

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• Financial planning and budgeting

  • Prepare and present budgets for new or ongoing activities

  • Advise on financial implications of strategic and operational plans

  • Present revised financial forecasts based on actual spend

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• Banking, book-keeping and record-keeping

  • Manage bank accounts

  • Set up appropriate systems for book-keeping, payments & petty cash

  • Ensure everyone handling money keeps proper records and documentation

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• Financial reporting

  • Present regular reports on the Clubs financial position

  • Prepare accounts for audit (if requested by Special Olympics GB National Office) and liaising with the auditor, as required

  • Present accounts at any requested Steering Group meeting

  • Advise on the Clubs reserves and investment policy

Person Specification

Essential criteria

The candidate must:

• fully endorse the mission and philosophy of Special Olympics

• be committed to supporting a positive experience for all Special Olympics members (athletes, Unified Partners, volunteers) in the Club

• be a minimum of 18 years of age and be able to complete the Special Olympics GB volunteer registration process in full

• be able to coordinate and collate sometimes complex information, from a variety of sources

• be highly organised

• have experience of working within both short and long term timescales, often without supervision

• have experience in using spreadsheets or other financial management tools

• be able to demonstrate the ability to monitor income and expenditure

• have experience in preparing basic financial reports

Desirable criteria

The candidate could have:

• experience of working with volunteers

• experience of working in the sports sector

Notes

• This role does not require completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service check, though the candidate will be required to provide a reference.

• This is a voluntary, unpaid role. The Club or Special Olympics GB do not usually pay for volunteer travel expenses, though this may be considered in exceptional circumstances

• Unless appointed by Special Olympics GB National Office, the Steering Group are required to vote and elect new Steering Group members at least every two years, including the Finance Officer

Exciting opportunity for an adventurous accountant looking to gain international experience and work with an NGO supporting coastal communities and maintaining healthy ecosystems in Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Accounting for International Development offers every type of accountant, from anywhere in the world, the opportunity to use their skills to support a broad range of non-profit organisations globally. Volunteer Accounting Assignments of between 2 weeks and 6 months form part of our ongoing strategy to build the financial management capacity of charities in over 50 countries. Click APPLY for more...

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Our partner works with small-scale fishing communities on the islands of Zanzibar and Pemba and on the northern coast of mainland Tanzania. They aim to build local capacity to manage coastal resources and improve livelihoods, liaising with international conservation charities and government departments to deliver this.

You will begin with an internal review of their existing financial systems, procedures and controls. You will be identifying gaps or weaknesses and making improvements to help them meet best practice and to build their capacity. Our partner has grown considerably in the last 4 years and is receiving funding from large international donors, you will be helping to ensure that they have the structure in place and capacity to manage this. They recruited a full time Accountant and Finance Manager in 2018 and have been developing their finance function gradually as donors and audits have required it. They would now like to streamline their procedures and improve efficiency.

You will also be coaching the new Finance Manager who does not have prior experience at this level. You will be training the team in budget tracking, financial planning and project accounting. You will be reviewing and updating the financial procedures manual, guiding preparation for annual audit and drafting an annual organisational budget. You will be based in their main office in Zanzibar.

It is important to note that Zanzibar is an Islamic region and volunteers need to be respectful of Islamic culture. This will require dressing appropriately and being sympathetic to views and traditions that are likely not their own. The team will provide guidance on this. While Zanzibar services mostly do function fairly well, there are occasional power outages and lapse in internet coverage. It is fair to say that internet connection is generally weak.

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Feeling inspired?
Need a fresh challenge.. to do something worthwhile?
Keen to volunteer & share your skills & experience?

If that's a YES (x3), please click here and find out how we can individually tailor a volunteer placement that's right for you. Click the 'apply now' button if you would like to find out more about volunteering overseas.

We are confident you’ll encounter a variety of new and exciting challenges, share new experiences with inspiring people and learn skills that will give you confidence to face challenges in other areas of your life. You’ll be inspired and get back so much more than you give!

Exciting opportunity for an adventurous accountant looking to gain international experience and work with an inspiring social enterprise enabling development in Bangalore, India.

Accounting for International Development offers every type of accountant, from anywhere in the world, the opportunity to use their skills to support a broad range of non-profit organisations globally. Volunteer Accounting Assignments of between 2 weeks and 6 months form part of our ongoing strategy to build the financial management capacity of charities in over 50 countries. Click APPLY for more...

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Our partner is a social enterprise distributing life-improving products ranging from solar lights and fuel-efficient cookstoves to reusable water filters and rechargeable batteries. They equip local retail shops in peri-urban and rural locations with the stock and knowledge and resources to sell it so it can reach those who need it.

They need to implement a new system that would enable them to integrate their accounting, logistics and procurement. They have identified and tested the new software, and have started their data migration in September. You will be supporting with project management of the data migration; they are looking to migrate inventory, pending balances from shop owners, and sales history data. They recently appointed a Project Coordinator who would need to be mentored in order to work independently after your placement is completed. 

You will also support in implementing a better stock count process, and you will be developing and outlining processes to ensure that their new logistics software integrates with Quickbooks. This could involve outlining features for the developer to add, and creating processes for their team in Bangalore to follow.

This role requires a volunteer that is comfortable to work in a busy environment and more than 50% of the time remotely, as the team members are frequently travelling inside India. Please note that as this role centres around systems implementation, depending on your availability, the implementation will have progressed and therefore your exact objectives will need to be confirmed.

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Feeling inspired?
Need a fresh challenge.. to do something worthwhile?
Keen to volunteer & share your skills & experience?

If that's a YES (x3), please click here and find out how we can individually tailor a volunteer placement that's right for you. Click the 'apply now' button if you would like to find out more about volunteering overseas.

We are confident you’ll encounter a variety of new and exciting challenges, share new experiences with inspiring people and learn skills that will give you confidence to face challenges in other areas of your life. You’ll be inspired and get back so much more than you give!

A bit about this role

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups and teams, all of which help our feline friends in a different ways. They take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer treasurers maintain the finances of local groups and teams, ensuring they hold the funds needed to continue their vital work. Cats Protection relies solely on donations from generous members of the public, and our volunteer treasurers help make sure these funds are spent in the most effective way.  

What can you expect to be doing?

• Preparing budgets
• Keeping accurate financial records
• Reporting financial records via ‘Cashlog’ (Cats Protection supplied software)
• Paying invoices and volunteer expenses
• Being part of a team which ensures there are sufficient funds to meet expenditure
• Updating and advising others on income received, expenditure and available funds
• Managing and monitoring donations made to the group
• Following financial procedures e.g. Gift Aid returns and VAT claims

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by overseeing the finances of a local volunteer groups or team. You will meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Experience or knowledge of accounting, book keeping and/or good numeracy skills
• The ability to collect and present information clearly and logically
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Confidence using IT systems 
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative  

Time expectation

Our current volunteer treasurers usually spend between 2 to 4 hours per week in this role. More hours may be required at certain times, such as towards the end of the financial year but support is always available. 

Additional Information

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. To make sure this is the case, we provide support and guidance both remotely from our National Cat Centre and face to face through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We also offer varied online and face to face training and have wide-ranging policies covering all aspects of volunteering. We hope the support we provide will ensure our volunteers have a great experience with Cats Protection.

Citizens Advice Portsmouth – Board Trustees

Citizens Advice Portsmouth has been successfully advising the people of Portsmouth for 80 years and working in partnership with statutory and charitable organisations. We’re a charity providing free, impartial and confidential advice across a wide range of topics to help people and our local community.

In order to further enhance this work, we are seeking to add new trustees to our dedicated and dynamic Board.

We hope to attract a variety of diverse candidates who bring new skills, experience and perspectives to our team, along with expertise and insights to add to our portfolio.

In particular, experience of Compliance, Governance, Company Secretariat and Financial / Treasury roles would be of great interest.

The trustee role is voluntary, and we operate to a very high standard. We meet four times a year as a Board but also assist our Operational team from time to time according to our specialism. And of course, we act at all times in line with the Charity Commission requirements.

How to Apply

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to apply, please send your CV along with a Covering letter.