Criminal justice charity Belong provides hope, rehabilitation and recovery for victims and perpetrators of crime.

Belong wishes to appoint a new Chairperson to our Board of Trustees. We invite applications from individuals experienced in governance and with the commitment, qualities and attributes to effectively lead our award-winning criminal justice charity supporting the rehabilitation and recovery of victims and perpetrators of crime.

As the Chairperson of our Board you will be passionate about improving the life chances of individuals serving custodial sentences and helping victims of offences to cope and recover in the aftermath of offences. You will be motivated to help drive Belong forward on our mission to inspire change and hope by providing long term, individualised responses to conflict and crime.

An organised, energetic and reliable leader, you will be dedicated to supporting the Board and CEO to realise the highest vision for Belong’s success. A fluent and persuasive communicator, you will represent the organisation publicly as well as internally and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

The role of Chairperson is a voluntary, unpaid, non-executive appointment. The role requires
 a commitment of approximately two days per month, with the capacity to flex upwards should the need arise.

Belong fosters an inclusive culture where all aspects of diversity are key to our success. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. To maintain board diversity, we particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of the criminal justice system and from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates.

For more information and to apply, please send us a full CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the essential skills, experience and personal attributes for this role. Applications must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 1st September. Interviews will be held remotely, during week beginning 14th September.

The Oral History Society is looking for an Honorary Treasurer to take over responsibility for the financial affairs of the charity in succession to the current Treasurer who is retiring. The Society, which has approaching 1,000 members, is over fifty years old and is the leading organisation in its field in the UK, offering an array of advice services and training to those involved in interviewing older people about their memories and experiences.

Integral to the effective running of the Society is the position of Honorary Treasurer. The Society is in good financial health and has plans to expand activities through its 3-year strategic plan, and the Honorary Treasurer’s input into the charity’s financial strategy and planning will be crucial.  Full support will be given to the new Treasurer who will be expected to attend the quarterly committee meetings of the Trustees, and half yearly meetings of the Finance & Membership Sub Committee. A part-time bookkeeper handles many of the Society’s day-to day financial matters and reports to the Honorary Treasurer.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience and knowledge of charitable organisations
• A reasonable knowledge of the financial affairs of a medium sized charity
• Experience of accountancy and/or book-keeping
• The ability to take responsibility for the charity’s finances

We can offer you:

• Training where necessary
• Support with financial planning and fundraising from the Finance & Membership Sub-Committee, the Officers and the other Trustees
• The opportunity to increase knowledge and skills in financial planning and management in the charity sector.

Please note that direct experience of or interest in oral history or similar historical discipline is desirable but not essential.  If a candidate had some knowledge of fundraising, this would also be welcomed.

This is a voluntary position, although travel expenses are covered by the Society.

To apply for this position please send:

• a short statement indicating why you are interested in this role
• a current CV which also shows your knowledge and experience of the responsibilities covered by the accompanying role description.
• the contact details of two referees.

Send to: OHS Secretary, Rob Perks

As the UK's leading LGBT+ choir, we bring the joy of music to the queer community and use our voices to raise awareness of LGBT+ issues. We are looking for someone with finance skills to join our board of trustees and help us grow.

The Pink Singers were established in 1983 to march in Gay & Lesbian Pride we've been singing ever since - making us the longest running queer choir in Europe. Our aim to to share the joy of music and singing within our community and use our voices to raise awareness of LGBT+ issues and fight for equality.

We are looking for someone to join our board of trustees to help improve the governance and financial accountability of the Pink Singers. 

The person would contribute their financial expertise to the Trustee Board and also provide support and guidance to the choir Chair and Treasurer who are responsible for the day to day running and finances of the choir.

Key responsibilities involve:

Monitor the financial standing of The Pink Singers and report to the Board and Team Leaders / Chair regarding cash-flow forecasting, income streams, outgoing expenses and the overarching strategic management of financial resources.

Oversee The Pink Singers’ financial risk-management process and report financial health to the board of Trustees at a regular intervals

Present the annual accounts to members at the AGM explaining technicalities in plan language which is understood by all members. Ensure approved accounts are submitted to all relevant regulators in a timely fashion

Ensure all strategic plans are financially appraised and budgets are aligned to both short-term and long-term objectives each year

Key skills we are looking for include:

A strong financial background and demonstrated commercial awareness and knowledge

Knowledge of the non-profit sector and charity SORP

Strong analytical and evaluation skills

Commitment to and willingness to work in accordance with The Pink Singers’ principles and values

For full details please see application pack and apply via our our website. Although the choir is London-based, the trustee board conducts most of it's activity virtually.

United Response is committed to making life better for people with disabilities. We are a charity that supports people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs, at home and in the community. 

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who have experience in digital & technology to join our Board and work with fellow trustees to provide strong direction and governance for the charity. It is an excellent time to be joining United Response as we are about to set the strategic course for the future and you have a role to play.

What are we looking for?

• Empathy with United Response’s mission, reinforced by personal experience.
• A successful track record in digital or information technology.
• Experience of working at a senior management / leadership level.
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrable and practical experience of delivering transformational change to business technologies and processes, to deliver cost savings and service improvements.
• Experience of current agile project management practices, open source, cloud platforms and digital services.
• Ability to work at a strategic and visionary level whilst understanding the detail and complexities of delivery.
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to take collective responsibility for good governance.
• The influencing skills needed to create buy in from trustees, management, staff and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse risks and opportunities, and take a balanced approach to both.
• Extensive networks and a willingness to draw on contacts as appropriate.
• Experience of caring for someone, or receiving health or social care services yourself would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are fully committed to increasing the diversity of our board.

A more diverse board will:

• Understand better the needs of all sections of the community.
• Offer a broader range of perspectives about issues.
• Be more creative in generating ideas and solutions.
• Improve decision making.

To this end we want to recruit people with different skills, life experiences and from different backgrounds. We would especially welcome applications from BAME communities and/or lived experience of a disability or long term health conditions.

How to apply

All applications should be made via Reach Volunteering in the first instance. Please provide an up to date CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your interest in this role and your fit against the criteria set out in the Person Specification.

Please ask for a candidate pack for more information or contact the TrusteeWorks team to have a chat about the role.

Deadline for applications: September 15th 2020

1st stage interviews: October 1st & 2nd 2020

Chailey Heritage Foundation has been changing the lives of young people with disabilities since 1903. Being one of the UK's leading centres for young people with complex neurodisabilities, we are looking for a new Safeguarding Trustee/Governor.

Role summary

You will be the source of information and advice on safeguarding and whistle blowing for Trustees and Governors.  You will be a member of both the Trustee and Governing Boards and, on their behalf, take the lead responsibility for scrutinising safeguarding strategies and practice for all children and adults using the Foundation's services.  We would like you to report back to the Boards on how effectively the organisation discharges its safeguarding responsibilities and the level of risk associated with this.  You will chair the Governors’ Safeguarding Committee and provide brief reports to the termly Trustee and Governor board meetings.

Part of your role will be to challenge the executive leaders to ensure best practice and maintain a strong consistent safeguarding culture.

You will meet with Designated Safeguarding Leads to discuss systems and practice and undertake on site ‘Focus Visits’ to School and Social Care services to ensure that safeguarding practices are embedded in service delivery.
This is a voluntary position but reasonable out-of-pocket travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Person description

We are looking for someone with experience of safeguarding at an operational and senior level, with an understanding of the safeguarding requirement for both children and adults. 

You will be willing to develop knowledge and undertake safeguarding training and be the source of information and advice on safeguarding and whistle blowing for Trustees and Governors and report to them termly.

We would expect you to be confident and willing to challenge senior leaders and be able to discuss safeguarding strategies and practices with Ofsted and CQC inspectors, if required. We would need you to be available for urgent discussions with senior leaders on serious safeguarding/whistle blowing matters, should they arise. 

Our Boards benefit from people with a diverse blend of skills, perspectives and life experiences. In appointing our new Safeguarding Trustee/Governor, we will be taking into account personal profile, including individual protected characteristics, and skills and experiences.

Time commitment

Over the year, you would need to commit around 20 hours for board meetings plus visits and discussions.

How to apply

Please apply via Reach Volunteering. If it's helpful, we offer an informal conversation with our Chief Executive and/or our Chairs of our Trustee and Governing Boards.

Derbyshire Community Transport (DCT) are seeking new Trustees to join the Charity to help drive us forward to the next stage. We are additionally seeking a new chairperson, as our Chair of Trustees for the last seven years will be stepping down later this year. All the Trustees hold a key role in our organisation; their leadership will ensure we continue providing our services to the highest professional standards and developing our strategic plans to grow and diversify in the future.

About Derbyshire Community Transport

DCT is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, operating in Amber Valley, Bolsover, North-East Derbyshire and Chesterfield. Currently, we provide accessible transport solutions to a wide range of service users including county and city council social care and special need contracts, home-to-school provision and a demand response shopping service. We also work with many local voluntary and community groups, providing accessible vehicles as required.  The charity has a proud history having operated for over the past two decades; being the merger of Amber Valley and Chesterfield Community Transport.  We currently employ circa 60 staff; offering flexible employment to local people plus volunteers.  

It’s been a busy time at Derbyshire Community Transport recently, even before the outbreak of Covid-19. The Charity had been part of the London-based, HCT Group, but in January we took the plunge to leave the group and resume as an independent Derbyshire community transport charity serving the needs of local people and groups. We are based in Ripley and Chesterfield but as we serve other locations within Derbyshire, we have recently adopted our new trading name of ‘Derbyshire Community Transport’ as our legal identity and brand. We have also been reviewing how we can serve our local communities better. Through the pandemic we have got involved in many different activities, including a partnership with a local pharmacy, shopping for those who are shielding or unable to go out, regular telephone contact with isolating and shielding members, and arranging for our staff to volunteer with them in support of specific projects. However, looking forward to when the threat of Covid-19 has diminished, we are looking for new ways in which we can become more involved in supporting local non-profit organisations and groups, working with local employers, collaborating with mainstream bus services and growing our contractual work.

About our Trustees

Trustees hold an important role by providing direction and governance to our organisation.  They hold the charity to account through good governance; ensuring we remain ‘ decent, honest and legal’.  The Board operates in accordance with Charity Commission guidance and best practice.  In recent months, many long-standing trustees have retired from the Board, having exceeded their tenure in the role. Thus, we now have an opportunity to refresh and revitalise the Board to take the Charity forward.

The Role

We are currently seeking new Trustees to bring their expertise and professional experience to the Board and would be particularly interested in applicants with a legal, financial, marketing, income generation or transport operations background. As an organisation we are particularly keen to ensure that our Trustees are fully representative of the community in which we work and at the current time we would warmly welcome applications from people with a diverse range of background, ethnicity, gender, culture and physical ability. Applicants who live or work in our area of operations would be most welcome.

Your Responsibilities

For all Trustees, your responsibilities:

• Commitment to the charity’s objects, aims and values and willingness to devote time to carry out responsibilities.
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship and adhering to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
• Strategic and forward-looking vision and leadership in relation to the charity’s objects and aims.
• Good, independent judgement, political impartiality and the ability to think creatively in the context of the organisation and external environment.
• Bring their professional experience and expertise to bear on the Charity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to respect the confidences of colleagues.
• Balancing tact and diplomacy with willingness to challenge and constructively criticise.

Additionally, for the Chair of Trustees, your responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction to the Charity and enable the Trustees to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation.
• Facilitate the Board of Trustees in stimulating excellent, well-rounded, impartial and carefully considered strategic decision-making.
• Ensure that the Charity pursues its objects as defined in its governing documents, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation/regulations.
• Ensure that the Charity regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfies itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities, and manage and mitigate the risks.
• Work in partnership with the Managing Director and her team to support the employees, helping them achieve the aims of the organisation; and to optimise the relationship between the board of Trustees and the staff.

Person Specification

(Trustees & Chairperson) Essential:

• A commitment to the organisation
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
• Strategic vision
• Good independent judgement and a willingness to speak your mind
• An ability to think creatively and communicate effectively
• A willingness to engage with our staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis

Desirable:

• A legal, financial, marketing, income generation or transport operations background
• Experience of leadership and/or service delivery within the private, public or third sectors
• Previous experience as a Trustee of a charity or board of directors.

Practical Commitments

• The Board meets monthly for about 2 hours, at a time convenient to all. (Currently meetings are held on Zoom, but post Covid-19, meetings may resume at a convenience location in Amber Valley.)
• It is encouraged that the Trustees make occasionally visits to the operational bases in Ripley and Chesterfield to ensure they are visible to the staff and volunteers.
• In addition to Board meetings, other ad-hoc contact – usually electronic or by telephone – may be necessary.
• The successful applicants will be expected to comply with all of the DCT's policies, in particular:
  • Equality and Diversity
  • Health and Safety
  • Safeguarding.
• Suitable trustee insurance is in place.
• The role is not remunerated although reasonable expenses can be claimed.
• Board appointments will initially be for a term of 3 years which may be extended to a second term, or more.

Many of the diseases that affect human health have been cured as a result of medical research, but there will always be more to do and there are areas that receive little support – and people’s lives that see no improvement. That’s where we step in. The Medical Research Foundation is dedicated to improving health through medical research. 

The Medical Research Foundation is overseen by a Board of Trustees who have ultimate responsibility for directing the charity, its assets and its activities.  We are looking to complement the current strengths of our Board with an independent Trustee who is a qualified accountant with board-level financial management experience.  Ideally you will have an understanding of the UK charity sector and the challenges it faces.

The Medical Research Foundation is committed to promoting equality and diversity opportunities and we welcome applications from all aspects of society.  We would particularly welcome applications from women and people from BAME communities as these characteristics are currently under-represented on the Board.

The Board meets five times a year (including a strategy away day) usually in Central London.  The position is voluntary and not remunerated, although reasonable expenses are paid.

The appointment is expected to commence in October 2020 for a three-year term, in the first instance.

How to apply

You can find full details of the role and how to apply by visiting our website

Closing date: 2 September 2020 at 12:00 (midday)

Interview date: 9 September 2020 (by videoconference)

Help us to ensure that we can fund more research to improve health.

We have a really exciting opportunity for a passionate, experienced individual to join us at this key time in our history! Our previous Chair of Trustees has served their full term and is stepping down, so we are looking for an individual with experience of leadership at the highest level to take over. The ideal candidate will be energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young people. If successful, you will share our vision of making Hope an outstanding organisation and take a lead on the drive towards this goal. Interviews for the position are likely to be held in September, but we reserve the right to close the vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. This is a voluntary role for a three-year period, with the possibility of a further three years subject to satisfactory performance. Currently, the Board of Trustees meet a minimum of four times a year.

We have an amazing opportunity open to join our Board of Trustees as a Finance Trustee due to the previous Trustee serving their full term and become part of our charity at this exciting time in our history! We're looking for an individual with experience of leadership at the highest level who is passionate about supporting young people. The ideal candidate will bring energy and enthusiasm and take a driving role in our ambition to make the organisation outstanding. Interviews for this position are likely to be held in September, but we reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. This is a voluntary role for a three-year period, with a three-year extension subject to satisfactory performance and the Board currently meet a minimum of four times a year.

R.A.B.I is looking for a new trustee to join its board.

Our trustees are pivotal to setting the strategic direction of our organisation as well as holding management to account to ensure we deliver relevant and effective support for the farming community in England and Wales.

A call to our Helpline puts farmers, farmworkers and their families in touch with an experienced team who can offer vital sources of support when times get too tough to bear alone.  Amongst its wide range of assistance, last year (2019) in Wale, R.A.B.I gave grants of £464,000 to improve the home life of farming people of all ages. 

Ideally a bi-lingual Welsh/English speaker with a background in farming or a related agricultural industry, our trustee will contribute time, expertise and local or specialist knowledge as a member of the governing body of this 160 year old charity.

This is a voluntary role which involves attendance at regular meetings (usually in Oxford) as well communicating by telephone/electronic means. There will also be opportunities to join sub-committees and attend events in Wales and elsewhere. Reasonable expenses can be reimbursed as appropriate.

Previous experience as a trustee would be welcome and specific knowledge of strategic planning, governance, finance, HR, fundraising or marketing, in a charity or business environment, would be useful.

We share the vision that we can live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion. The London East Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA but we are also a separate registered charity looking after animals in the London East area.

Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches like ours. As a local branch, we also raise fund and engage with our local communities to support the animal welfare work.  We offer advice, microchipping, neutering and subsidised animal treatments, as well as rehabilitating and rehoming animals.

The Trustee Opportunity

Are you passionate about animal welfare? Do you feel you have relevant skillsets to help us grow and reach out to more supporters so that we can help more animals? 

This is an exciting opportunity to be a hands-on trustee and be involved with our branch, helping to promote kindness and prevent animal cruelty.

Trustees serve on the governing body of the charity and have the responsibility of the running of the Branch. As a trustee of a Branch you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of the various initiatives. We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate people who could devote the time to work with us as one of the trustees. This is a voluntary position.

Main responsibilities of a trustee of a local branch

● To be familiar with and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.

● To work with your fellow trustees and Branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the Branch and the RSPCA.

● To ensure the Branch meets all the animal welfare standards. 

● In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch support specialist (BSS), to write, adopt, monitor & review a Branch development plan setting out the short and long term aims of our Branch.

● To actively participate in Branch committee meetings and attend the Branch annual general meeting and regional conference.

● To attend the trustee training course.

● To actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new Branch trustees and volunteers.

What can we offer you?

● It’s a great way to meet and work with like-minded people who share your passion in promoting animal welfare.

● You will be able to use your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.

● You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.

● Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant Branch.

● You will be volunteering at the heart of the local community.

What are we looking for?

You must be committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives, having a passion for animals is essential.

We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with experience and skills in the following areas:-

● Marketing communication including social media, PR, website;

● Fundraising including corporate fundraising, trust fund and grant applications;

● Local community and supporter relationships; and/or

● Hands-on experience in growing charities

We are also looking for people who are creative and innovative

· who have experience of or are part of the groups and communities we would like to attract,

· who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the Committee and

· who can help us put those ideas into action.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense and the ability to be objective are vital. Experience and knowledge in animal welfare topics preferred but not essential.

Please also note that to become a trustee,

· You must be aged 18 or over.

· You need to provide references.

· You need to be a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.

Practical considerations

· Trustees are elected for a 12 month term each year.

· In terms of time commitment, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting about 2 to 3 hours.

· We are a small branch and has lots of potential to grow. We’d like someone who can offer at least 2-3 hours per week and be involved with the running and implementation of various initiatives, in addition to attending the regular meetings.

· Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

· Ideally you have access to your own computer or access to one that can be used securely.

Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and that they accept the post.  Trustees need to complete the new declaration from the Charity Commission and read their guidance for individuals on who can’t be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

We are looking for a Trustee with a genuine interest in the work of the Herts Young Homeless and who will be motivated by supporting all aspects of our work across Hertfordshire. We are seeking applicants who can assist the charity with its fundraising strategy. An understanding of the charity sector and previous experience of charity fundraising at strategic and operational levels, including in the areas of Grants/Trusts and Major Donors is therefore desirable.

                         We’re looking for new Trustees for Citizens Advice Bridgend

                                                          – could this be YOU!

What we do

Citizens Advice is a charity which provides free, independent, confidential and  impartial advice to help people face their problems. We provide a range of advice services to people across the county borough of Bridgend. Demand for our services continues to grow, from welfare reforms to debt problems to employment issues made significantly worse by the coronavirus pandemic.

Could you help make a real difference?

Trustees act together to provide strategic vision and direction for the charity, offer leadership and support to the Chief Officer towards achieving that vision, monitor financial management, and support staff and volunteers involved in day to day work.

We are looking for new Trustees to join our board. You should be passionate about wanting to make a difference, and value all people regardless of disability, gender or race.

We particularly welcome applications from women, from young people, and from local people whose life experiences would help people around you who are struggling with uncertainty, problems & pressures. We want the composition of the Board to reflect the diversity in the clients with whom we work, and we would particularly like to meet you if you are able to help us forge closer partnerships with other local and regional charities and organisations with complementary aims.

Your commitment to us

We want hands-on Trustees who have the time actively to make a difference to the growth of the charity. You will be expected to attend one board meeting and a couple of sub-committee meetings each quarter.  We also have an annual planning & review “away-day”. Currently we are meeting ‘virtually’, which we are considering making a longer-term arrangement to assist flexibility and encourage greater participation.

If you’re also able to give some additional time to contribute to working groups, policy discussions & fundraising opportunities on an ad-hoc basis, then that would be great but is not essential. Although trustees give their time for free, travel costs and other reasonable out-of-pocket expenses are payable.

Our commitment to you

Being a Trustee is extremely rewarding and you can gain vital skills and experience in leadership, management and governance even if you are previously unfamiliar with working as part of committees. We offer training & support to all trustees, as well as a thorough induction.

What next?

Please send us an email, outlining your skills and experience and why you want to be a trustee with us. We will then arrange an informal discussion followed if successful by a more formal interview. 

Bridgend County Borough Citizens Advice Bureau, trading as Citizens Advice Bridgend County Borough

Registered charity no. 1139926; Company limited by guarantee, no. 7448288 at 26 Dunraven Place, Bridgend CF31 1JD

Our Education Director is responsible to the Board for developing education strategy and directing the development of education programs & young person’s interpretive content. You must be willing and able to commit the time required to fulfil the role of Education Director and as a Board Director. This will typically be no less than 4 days per month.

Key Roles for this opportunity include: Strategy & Partnerships in Learning; Web Learning & Interpretive Content; Outreach Learning with education settings and Volunteer Engagement

You will lead on:

• Developing and maintaining the education strategy in respect of the development of young people’s content in the museum, on the website and to hands on learning experiences
• Engage with education settings to develop strategy and education content and establish long term partnerships to nurture repeat visits.
• Ensure that learning programmes are developed and continually improved for school group visits in respect of museum tours and hands on classroom sessions
• Oversee and manage the development of the learning experience portal on our website
• Oversee the design, development and inclusion of young people’s interpretive content within exhibition areas
• Develop outreach learning programmes for both educational purposes and to support the marketing of group and open day family visits
• Engage volunteers to contribute to and deliver all the above work and chair regular education team meetings to direct and prioritise development work

The Space @ Field Lane is seeking a new Treasurer

The Space @ Field Lane Group is a CIO and was established in 2016 to take over from the Council, and then to run, a disused building on the Field Lane Estate in Rastrick. It is now a modern community hub providing new opportunities for local residents with the potential for activities, events, access to services and a community café.  A local food bank is also run from the building.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a willing and committed volunteer to join our board as a Trustee and take on the role of Treasurer. Could you be the right person to join our supportive and inclusive board?

The person we are looking for will have the following personal skills and qualities.

• Experience and excellent understanding of accounting procedures ideally as relates to the Charity Sector in terms of separate restricted and un-restricted funding.
• Knowledge of accounting programmes (ideally Xero)
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Experience of committee work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences

The main duties and responsibilities of the role are:

• Delegation and oversight of day-to-day financial management carried out by the Centre Manager
• Guiding and advising the Board in the approval of budgets, accounts and financial statements all within the Group’s financial policy framework
• Advising on the financial implications of strategic plans and the operational plan and budget
• Ensuring that all Board members have a clear understanding of the accounts presented at meetings and the implications that they reveal

The Board meet at 5.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month with occasional additional meetings as necessary, although are currently meeting via video conferencing.

The accounts are currently in good shape and the financial management thus far has been sound. The annual accounts are prepared by WYCAS. The Group’s income comes via a mix of grant funding, room hire, café sales and event takings.

The Treasurer will have the satisfaction of ensuring the financial stability of the Group going forwards so that The Space can be a real force for opportunity and change in the local area.  The person appointed will have the opportunity to attend seminars run by organisations such as Locality to become involved in relationships with funders and other partners.