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Honorary Secretary for Age Concern Twyford & District
Are you organised? Can you take notes for our charity Board meetings?
Do you have an interest in supporting a charity which supports older people in our community?
About us
You could be the Honorary Secretary for Age Concern Twyford & District, a local charity whose aim is to promote and maintain independent living for older residents in and around our local area.
Initially set up in 1988, we are an independent incorporated charity. We are not affiliated with any similar organisations, but work closely with other Wokingham Borough-based charities, support organisations and local businesses.
We provide a Day Centre with options for lunches and take-home meals, many activities including arts, singing, dancing and exercise, plus a range of support services including assistance with form-filling, handypersons and a listening ear to support families.
In 2023/24 our income rose (again) to £206k, and our services and facilities remain well-used and very well-appreciated.
The role and what we are looking for in a new Honorary Secretary
Our Board includes people with experience and skills in supporting older people, and we’d expect our new Honorary Secretary to have empathy with our cause and our beneficiaries.
You will need good organising skills and the ability to take notes to turn into Minutes of our meetings, but those aren’t complex or too formal. You’ll be asked to assist with our Charity Regulation and reporting to the Charity Commission, but again those are easy things to implement. In all these things, you’ll be assisted and advised by our Centre Manager and other trustees, including our new Chair of the Board.
You don’t necessarily need prior experience of charity trusteeship, although that would be welcome. Full induction to our organisation will be provided, plus specialist support as a new trustee, including access to external training if needed.
We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We are looking for fresh expertise and experience from a variety of backgrounds to our charity: we want to expand the diversity of our board, in all meanings of the word, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups.
The focus of a trustee role is strategic, and trustees will not be expected to get involved in the organisation’s operations on a day-to-day basis; however, contact and liaison with other trustees and employees is expected.
We ask for up to five hours of your time per month, which includes our monthly meetings, and other discussions. You will need good access to digital communications, as much of our charity’s business is run that way.
How to apply
This appointment is being managed for us by inVOLve Community Services, a charity-support organisation, who offer a no-obligation discussion by phone or video. A detailed Role Description and Person Specification can be made available to you upon request.
Trustee appointments are subject to satisfactory references, to completion of an online Safeguarding course and an Enhanced DBS check.
Your CV or similar will be read by our existing trustees, and an interview offered as soon as mutually convenient.
I need to know more
Contact Mike Allen via Quick Apply below for more information and arrange to have a no-obligation initial informal discussion (Teams or Zoom).
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Introduction
Emergency Nutrition Network (ENN) is a UK-registered charity dedicated to reducing global malnutrition through knowledge exchange, research, and advocacy. Since its founding, ENN has worked at the forefront of nutrition thought leadership, enabling evidence-based programming and policy development to improve nutrition outcomes in low- and middle-income countries and crisis settings.
We are now seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees, oversee financial governance, and support ENN’s strategic direction as we enter our next phase of growth and impact.
The Treasurer Role
Being an ENN Trustee is an important, influential and valuable role and as well as ensuring that we are an accountable and well governed organisation you will make an important contribution to our current work and future direction.
The Treasurer plays a vital role in overseeing the charity’s financial performance and sustainability; leading the finance sub-committee to inform the board in its decision making.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Guide the board in its understanding of ENN’s financial strategy, budget management and risk oversight.
- Chair the Finance sub-committee, ensuring well-structured and inclusive discussions, clear decision making, and effective follow-up on actions.
- Relationship with the Finance Manager: Build a strong, supportive, and transparent relationship with the FM. Providing guidance and challenge as a critical friend and ensuring effective communication between the Board and the Management Team on financial strategy.
- Advise on Auditor identification, engagement and management.
- Oversight of ENN’s Reserves Policy and management
- Oversee compliance with UK Charity and Company Law.
- Review of ENN’s financial systems and reporting, to the extent they serve project delivery, transparency and accountability.
- Approval of ENN’s Banking and Investments
- Backstopping technical resource to Finance Manager, CEO and Chair.
- Reporting any financial improprieties or misconduct
- Attend quarterly Board and finance sub-committee meetings and contribute to strategic development
- Safeguard, respect and demonstrate ENNs values, policies and reputation
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Extensive senior management experience in finance, with relevant qualifications (AAT / ACCA or equivalent)
- Experience in overseeing annual audits, identifying and managing auditors
- Understanding of the role of a Trustee and how Trustees can interact with ENN’s Management Team to best effect.
- Experience of multiple income/project organisations.
- Experience in the not-for-profit sector is desirable.
- Prior experience of working with or on a board is desirable.
- Strong inter-personal and relationship-building skills
Time Commitment – And our Commitment to You
Your commitment in an average year is likely to be 4 pre-fixed board meetings, each of half a day. Each of these are preceded by sub-committee meetings, usually of ninety-minutes, and each trustee is expected to prepare for all meeting and participate in one sub-committee. The Treasurer chairs the Finance sub-committee. Other committee and ad hoc meetings and additional support will be arranged as agreed. We encourage active participation and engagement, and Trustees often give more time outside of this, on their own terms.
Board meetings are held virtually, with an intention to hold one facilitated face to face meeting at the ENN HQ in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, every two years. Additional sub-committee meetings will be convened remotely.
Ideally you will join the Board in 2025, though we can show some flexibility for the right candidate, and in your first few months you should allow for additional time for induction and orientation (including meeting a number of the Leadership Team).
Remuneration
This is an unpaid, voluntary position. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed for attendance at Board meetings and other Trustee activities in line with ENN’s policies. Some employers encourage and enable trusteeship as part of wider career development and corporate social responsibility; please check with your organisation and their relevant policies.
Screening Checks
All candidates who we progress will be screened through Accuity World Compliance to comply with counter terrorism and financial sanctions regulations. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or equivalent criminal records check where available, for non-UK citizens) and 2 satisfactory references. If you already have a transferrable enhanced DBS, please state this in your application.
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AkiOke Music Club is a grassroots charity passionate about empowering adults with a heap of abilities and talents through music. We provide safe, fun, and inclusive weekly singing sessions, using karaoke and music-making to encourage participation, build friendships, and boost confidence.
To grow and sustain our work, we rely on charitable grants, trusts, and other funding opportunities. We’re now looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our fundraising team. Whether you’re new to the sector and keen to contribute your skills, or an experienced professional who wants to make a real difference, we have a role for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner provides practical support and financial assistance to people forced to travel to access abortion care, operating across Europe and beyond, whilst working towards a future where safe, legal abortion is accessible to all.
They are seeking a Treasurer with strong finance and accounting experience to join the Board of Trustees. The Treasurer will provide oversight of financial strategy, risk and compliance, review management accounts and budgets, and support the preparation of annual accounts in collaboration with the staff team and bookkeeper.
The post-holder will bring charity governance experience, commercial awareness, and the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial trustees. A commitment to the organisation’s pro-abortion, feminist and anti-oppressive values is essential.
The Board meets remotely every six weeks, with an additional monthly Governance Working Group meeting. Occasional in-person gatherings may take place every couple of years. The time commitment is approximately 5 hours per month.
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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. This is a vital volunteer role where you will oversee the financial affairs of the charity, ensuring long-term sustainability and supporting our mission to enrich the Dover community.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee the charity’s financial strategy and ensure sound financial governance
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Present clear and accurate financial reports to the Board
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Monitor cash flow, budgets, and investment decisions
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Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and Charity Commission requirements
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Liaise with external accountants and auditors as needed
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Support the development of fundraising and income generation strategies
What We’re Looking For:
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A qualified accountant or someone with strong financial experience (charity finance experience desirable but not essential)
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Strategic thinker with a good understanding of financial management and reporting
What You’ll Gain:
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The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a respected local charity
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Work alongside a friendly, passionate team of trustees and staff
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Use your professional skills to strengthen financial decision-making and support creative community projects
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Personal and professional development within the non-profit sector
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Passion for community work and the values of Dover Smart Project
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Commitment to regular trustee meetings and ad-hoc financial advice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who we are
ECA offers a Social Centre that serves as a place for people to reconnect with old friends and meet new people in a secure and inviting setting. While activities are primarily aimed at elderly and vulnerable adults in the local area, the centre is open to everyone.
Our current programme includes
- Social gatherings at the Elleray Social Centre.
- Arts, crafts, educational talks, and workshops.
- Exercise Classes, Gentle fitness classes tailored for seniors, both indoor and outdoor.
- Counselling and support groups.
- Outings
Services like hairdressing, chiropody, and daily hot lunches
How we operate
The Social Centre is managed by a Centre Manager, Administrator, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, and a cook. They are supported by a team of approximately 40 volunteers who assist in the office, gardens, café, and facilitate daily activities. The organization operates as a Charitable Company regulated by the Charities Commission and has eight Trustees on the Board of Trustees. The Trustees meet six times a year, with additional meetings as needed.
To discuss the role further, please contact the current Chair, Joan Barnett.
Chair Role Description
- Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that ECA achieves its mission.
- Work in partnership with the Centre Manager and team to achieve ECA’s mission.
- Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.
- Optimise the relationship between the board and ECA’s staff and volunteers.
- Plan and chair the board meetings and the AGM, with others as appropriate.
- Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for ECA.
What we are looking for
- Ideally previous experience of being a trustee.
- A keen sense of strategic purpose.
- Governance and committee experience in a charity or business setting.
- Strong in execution and managing transformation projects, including leading the charity in the new ECA building setting.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and ability to constructively negotiate and collaborate with various institutions, entities, and personnel.
- Affinity with and commitment to the local SW London and Teddington area.
- Business experience and awareness across finance, risk, IT, and people management, would be desirable.
- An inclusive leadership style, able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.
- The ability to listen and engage effectively, comfortable with challenge and debate and able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment.
- In advocation, be able and willing to champion ECA’s work through personal networks, social media, and other channels.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Be available, responsive and flexible to advise, support or give consent to, as needed.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term of office, renewal for 2 further terms to a maximum of 9 years.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Time commitment
- Attending [6] Board meetings annually. Currently meetings are generally held in person at the ECA building.
- Periodic meetings with the Centre Manager and management team, with flexibility to respond swiftly to the occasional ad-hoc issues.
- Other meetings, including on potential strategy and other charity-related issues.
In addition to the above, the Chair will have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:
Responsibilities of all trustees
- Support and provide advice on ECA’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
- Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Oversee ECA’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
- Review and approve ECA’s financial statements.
- Provide support and challenge to the ECA’s management team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
- Keep abreast of changes in ECA’s operating environment.
- Contribute to regular reviews of the ECA’s own governance.
- Convene and attend Board meetings, and be prepared to contribute to discussions and lead on proposed outcomes.
- Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect ECA’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
- Contribute to the broader promotion of ECA’s objects, aims, and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.
Essential qualities and attributes of all trustees
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and act in the best interests of the charity.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgment, and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
- Willingness to lead according to the ECA values.
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
The Elleray Centre
The Centre will be fully accessible, featuring a lift to the first floor. It includes a large hall that can split into two rooms and two additional activity rooms upstairs. A café and lounge will also open onto a garden with outdoor seating.
The funding for the new centre comes from Richmond Council, acknowledging ECA's local contributions over three decades. The future centre is leased from the council.
Deadline 31/10/2025
Application includes CV and brief covering letter
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Support onboarding, training of new volunteers
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Development, updating of training materials for volunteers
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Co-ordinate deployment of volunteers to specific projects
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Development of LRC volunteer charter
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Advising Trustees of volunteer needs
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Liaising with team members, Trustees
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Taking part in relevant meetings
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Oversee operations
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Project materials, equipment
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Volunteer expenses approval
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Contribution to website, social media content
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Key competencies
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Training / volunteer experience
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IT competent
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Team working
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Good intuition, initiative
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Good communication – verbal & written
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Attention to detail
Please submit a brief CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested in the Lyme Resource Centre and how your skills and experience can help the charity achieve its goals.
Interviews with suitable candidates will be in the form of an informal discussion with Trustees via Zoom.
Aiming to minimise risk of Lyme disease whilst enjoying the outdoors, by educating the public & health professionals about ticks & Lyme disease
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Treasurer needed to join 6million+ Educational Trust
I am a trustee of 6million+, an amazing community-based charity that integrates creative arts with refugees and local volunteers in West Yorkshire, telling stories of refuge and delivering projects of hope.
While we have just recruited four fantastic trustees, our existing Treasurer is stepping down and we are looking for a successor to fill this role.
The turnover of the charity is small, with a turnover of around £30,000 each year. The Treasurer has responsibility for managing and overseeing the charity's financial affairs, ensuring they are legal, constitutional and follow accepted accounting practices, including working with our accountants to complete the annual accounts. On-going Treasurer responsibilities include administering payments, informing grant applications, invoicing partners for commissioned work and drawing down payments from funders.The post-holder will also be a trustee with an expectation of 6 meetings a year, probably 3 online and 3 face to face and to take an active interest in the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Description: Treasurer
Position: Treasurer (Trustee)
Accountable to: Board of Trustees
Location: Bognor Regis/Remote
Time Commitment: 1-2 days per month
Term: 2 yr
Purpose of the Role
The Treasurer is a key member of the Board of Trustees, taking the lead in overseeing the financial health of the charity. They ensure proper financial management, reporting, and compliance with legal obligations, while supporting the Board to make sound financial decisions that enable the charity to achieve its mission in reptile welfare, conservation, and education.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
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Monitor the financial standing of the charity and ensure effective financial controls are in place.
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Oversee the preparation of budgets, accounts, and financial statements.
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Ensure the Board understands the charity’s financial position and the implications of decisions.
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Chair the finance sub-committee (if applicable) and report key matters to the Board.
Compliance & Reporting
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Ensure compliance with charity law, company law (if applicable), and HMRC requirements.
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Oversee the preparation and submission of the annual report, accounts, and returns to the Charity Commission.
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Ensure financial policies and procedures are up to date and fit for purpose.
Support Fundraising & Sustainability
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Advise on the financial implications of the charity’s strategy, projects, and fundraising activities.
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Support the development of income streams and fundraising initiatives, ensuring they are financially viable.
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Monitor reserves and ensure a balance between short-term needs and long-term sustainability.
Working with Staff/Volunteers
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Liaise with staff or volunteers responsible for day-to-day financial operations (e.g. bookkeeping, invoicing, banking).
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Support the Chief Executive/Manager to ensure accurate and timely financial information is available.
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Provide guidance and training to Trustees to strengthen the Board’s financial literacy.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
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Financial qualifications or relevant experience (e.g. accountancy, bookkeeping, financial management).
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Experience of financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
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Strong analytical skills and ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
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Understanding of the responsibilities of charity Trustees.
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Commitment to the values of animal welfare, conservation, and community engagement.
Desirable Skills & Experience
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Knowledge of charity SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice) and sector-specific financial regulations.
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Experience with fundraising, grant management, or financial oversight of charitable projects.
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Previous Board or Trustee experience.
Time Commitment
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4-6 Board Meetings a year
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Regular review of management accounts, budgets, and financial policies.
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Availability to support staff/volunteers with finance-related queries.
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Attendance at occasional fundraising or community events.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Use your skills to help shape brighter futures for children, young people, and families across Kirklees
About Fresh Futures
Fresh Futures is a Kirklees-based charity aiming to improve lives and inspire change for vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people, adults, and families.
Our vision is for everyone to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.
To achieve this, Fresh Futures focuses on four interwoven strands: Education, Health & Wellbeing, Employability & Skills, and Relationships.
What will you be doing?
One of Fresh Futures key services is Brian Jackson College, an alternative education provision. The college can support up to 100 young people aged 13 to 18 based across three sites, in Heckmondwike and Huddersfield. The College is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
There are ambitious plans to grow the provision across Kirklees and neighbouring areas in the near future.
The Board of Governors is a sub-committee of Fresh Futures Board of Trustees. Governors can also be appointed as Trustees of the Charity, but do not need to be so.
The role of the Governors is to:
· Ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction
· Hold the Head Teacher to account for the educational performance of the College students, and the performance management of staff
· Oversee the financial performance of the College and make sure budgets are allocated appropriately
Governors are asked to attend 4 meetings a year, one per term, usually held virtually via Teams, and one in-person awayday.
What are we looking for?
We are looking to fill vacancies on our Trustee board and on our Finance and Governors sub committees.
Members of these committees do not necessarily have to also be Trustees. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
We are particularly interested in recruiting new Trustees/members who have experience in any of the following:
· Health and safety
· Charity finance
· Marketing & PR
· Charity fundraising
· The commercial sector
· Knowledge of Kirklees
· Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
· Independent education
We strive to be more representative of the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from first time Trustees/Governors are welcome, you do not have to have previous experience of being on a board. Training and induction are provided.
What difference will you make?
By joining Fresh Futures as a Governor, you’ll help guide our strategy, strengthen governance, and ensure we continue improving lives across Kirklees. Your skills and perspective will support vital services in education, employability, health and wellbeing, and relationships - helping thousands of children, young people, and families thrive.
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Fresh Futures with their recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance. To apply please submit your CV/LinkedIn Profile, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join Fresh Futures, the skills and experience you will bring to the board and what you would hope to get out of the role.
If you’d like to have an informal conversation before applying, we’d be happy to speak with you.
Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire ( HSBSG) are seeking a new Treasurer
Time Commitment: c16 hours a month
Remuneration: Voluntary, although travel and other agreed expenses may be claimed.
Home-Start UK is a national, charitable organisation with 180 local, independent Home-Starts of which HSBSG is one. Across all four nations of the United Kingdom, thousands of home visiting volunteers support over 43,000 families and 78,000 children to transform their lives.
HSBSG offers group work for parents and carers as well as their unique home visiting service, all provided by carefully trained volunteers who are managed by a small team of expert staff. They are particularly proud of their new and already expanding service, Dad Matters, that provides support for new fathers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
Becoming a trustee at Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire is a rewarding role and we are now seeking a new Treasurer Trustee to join the board. You will be joining the competent and friendly board of trustees as they develop and steer a successful local charity with a long track record of supporting families that need a helping hand. In the past four years they have streamlined their governance functions, digitised their office systems including implementing Xero finance software, developed their offer to families and started the journey to diversify the lived experience of their board, staff and volunteers.
Summary
The overall role of the Treasurer is to:
· Maintain an overview of HSBSG’s financial affairs.
· Ensure its financial viability.
· Ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
· Ensure that staff are paid.
General responsibilities:
· To ensure that HSBSG, regarding matters of a financial nature, complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
· To ensure that HSBSG applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects.
· To ensure the effective and efficient financial administration of HSBSG.
· To ensure the financial stability of HSBSG.
· To protect and manage the assets of HSBSG and to ensure the proper investment of its funds.
· To ensure HSBSG complies with the Quality Assurance standards and criteria relating to financial management.
First Time Trustees will be considered for this role
For further details and to apply, please contact Sandy Hinks quoting reference MC2595.
Closing date for applications: ongoing
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Our partner is a fast-growing charity that prepares young children in rural Ghana and Uganda for school, empowering marginalised mothers to run educational play schemes to improve children’s development and reduce malnutrition.
They are seeking a qualified accountant to join them as Treasurer and oversee all financial aspects of the charity. You will monitor cash flow, income, expenses, and strategic resource management, ensuring sound governance and compliance with charity regulations.
The Treasurer will chair the Finance and Audit Committee, oversee risk management, and guide the preparation of year-end accounts. You will also advise Trustees and help communicate financial information clearly to the Board.
The Board meets quarterly, with the Finance & Audit Committee meeting approximately 10 days beforehand, all online besides an annual in-person meeting in London. The total estimated time commitment required for the role is 1-3 hours per week.
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KCSC are seeking an experienced and committed individual to join the Board and take up the role of Treasurer. Ideally someone who lives or works in the borough but more importantly has an understanding of charity finances and has possibly had a previous role as Treasurer.
ABOUT US
Kensington and Chelsea Social Council (KCSC) is the Council for Voluntary Services for the borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Our vision is for powerful, engaged communities driving change and our mission is to strengthen and champion local communities and the voluntary and community sector.
We are a membership organisation, registered as a charity and company limited by guarantee and represent 600 voluntary and community organisations on our database and to whom we aim to provide a range of services, some of which include:
- Advice, guidance and information to help organisations run as effectively as possible
- Bringing voluntary organisations and community groups together to network and support partnership building
- Working closely with residents, resident associations and social action groups to address key local issues and ensure their voices are heard at decision making level
- Advocating on behalf of the local voluntary and community to help influence and shape local decision making
We are especially keen to ensure long-term sustainability of our local community by working with everyone to develop an inclusive, active borough.
You can read more about KCSC on our website.
BEING A TRUSTEE
As with any charity, trustees have overall responsibility for making sure it is running well and is doing what it was set up to do. This includes ensuring the charity:
· Spends its money sensibly on the activities it was raised for
· Does not break the rules in its Articles - the charity’s governing document
· Continues to meet our commitments to the communities we serve in accordance with our charitable objectives
· Follows the law, including preparing reports and accounts to send to the Charity Commission
A NEW TREASURER
Our current Treasurer has been serving on the Board since 2021 and has supported the organisation through a difficult economic climate and has helped shape and improve the way in which trustees monitor income and spend through a system of key performance indicators that are reported on. His commitment, time and financial knowledge he has brought to the role has been valued and made our financial reporting more robust over the years. Upon stepping down the incumbent is willing to support the incoming treasurer over a period of time to ensure a smooth transition into the organisation.
We are therefore seeking an experienced and committed individual to join the Board and take up the role of Treasurer. Ideally someone who lives or works in the borough but more importantly has an understanding of charity finances and has possibly had a previous role as Treasurer.
The Treasurer Role primarily is as follows:
· Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements
· Making sure that the financial resources of KCSC meet its present and future needs
· Ensuring that KCSC has an appropriate Reserves and Investment policy
· Preparing and presenting financial reports to the Finance & Personnel Sub Committee and the Board in collaboration with the CEO and Director of Operations
· Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place and are compliant
· Advising on the financial implications of KCSC’s strategic plans
· Keeping the Finance and Personnel Sub Committee and the Board informed of its financial duties, responsibilities and obligations
· Advising on the preparation / submission of financial reports to funders and the Charity Commission
· Overseeing and advising on financial risk and financial management of KCSC
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience of charity accounting and able to provide guidance on ensuring the organisation adheres to charity accounting principles and policies. Previous experience of being on a charity board would be preferable although not essential. However, a commitment to the furtherance of the voluntary and community sector and its role within civil society and subscribing to our stated mission and values is important.
THE COMMITMENT
The Treasurer will need to commit to attending a total of 8 Board/Sub Committee meetings a year as well as spending a few hours each month on attending additional internal meetings with CEO/Director of Operations/Chair on financial matters.
JOB ROLE
To read more about the job role please see the attachment.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact our CEO Angela Spence.
If you would like to apply for this position, please send a comprehensive CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages of A4 to Angela Spence by email. The closing date is Friday 26 September 2025.
Your supporting statement should set out in compelling terms why you would like to be part of the next chapter at KCSC and what special skills and experience you could bring to the role as Treasurer.
KCSC is committed to celebrating diversity and ensuring equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Other considerations to be aware of that can prevent becoming a trustee
· Conflicts of interest. All potential conflicts should be discussed with the Chair or the CEO prior to applying
· Confirmation that the trustee is not disqualified from holding a trusteeship
· People under the age of 18, unless the charity is a registered company
· Anyone convicted of an offence involving deception or dishonesty unless the conviction is spent
· Anyone who is an undischarged bankrupt
· Anyone who has previously been removed from trusteeship of a charity by the Court or the Commissioners
· Anyone who is under a disqualification order under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1996
· In certain cases, the Charity Commission has the power to grant a waiver and allow a person disqualified from trusteeship, under section 72 (1) of the Charities Act 1993 to accept a trustee post. We only agree in those cases where the charity can clearly demonstrate that the waiver is in the best interests of the charity
What happens next?
Once we receive your application, it will be assessed based on what we are looking for as specified above and you will be notified of the outcome. If invited to interview you will meet a panel of 3 which includes two trustees and the CEO. If successful we will invite you to observe a board meeting in action before confirming with you whether you would like to join the board. If appointed, we will organise a tour of the office to meet the staff and agree any necessary training required.
We actively encourage people who are under represented on Boards within the charity sector including people from minoritized communities to apply,
KCSC’s Board operates under the guidance of the Charity Governance Code and Trustees are appointed on the basis of signing up to the declaration of eligibility and responsibility.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Events Officer has the responisbility of organising (along with the help of a Trustee Events Manager) our magical visits to children/adults with LD, this could be at the hospital, social groups, refugee centres, libraries etc etc.
They will monitor the chapter email for submitted event booking forms (some of these will come from events organised by the Events Manager on Trustees). These will then be added to the calendar and advertised to volunteers. They will ensure each event organised has a handful of volunteers confirmed within a week of the event itself. They will then provide information and support to a Lead Volunteer to run the events. They will ensure that regular events are being attended by volunteers and that they have the costume and materials that are needed for these. They will follow up after events to ensure social media posts are made, hours are uploaded and that costumes are returned. They will ensure that all volunteers are attending events.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our partner is works to reduce poverty in Zambia by helping vulnerable children and young people access education, develop skills, and build better future - through training, health education, and community initiatives.
Amid a period of significant change, the charity is moving to a locally led delivery model, with the UK focusing on fundraising, governance, and reporting. They seek a qualified accountant with strategic financial management experience, charity accounting knowledge, and ideally some international development insight. The Treasurer will provide hands-on financial oversight, ensure robust controls, and maintain compliance.
The role includes chairing a Finance & Operations Sub-Committee, guiding the Board on financial matters, and working with trustees, outsourced providers, and the team in Zambia.
The Board meets quarterly (remotely) for up to three hours, with the Sub-Committee meeting beforehand. The estimated time commitment required is 4 hours per week, flexibly.
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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.