Charity Vacancies

St Ethelburga’s Centre

Placed: 22 July 2021   Based: London

St Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace builds community resilience for times of ecology and social emergency.

We are a small passionate charity that punches well above its weight and is speaking an important message for these turbulent times.

We are looking for a new Trustee with potential to be Treasurer, from a finance background.

Contact Justine Huxley - CEO   Email justine@stethelburgas.org

Website: stethelburgas.org

The Safer Living Foundation

Placed: 22 July 2021   Based: Nottinghamshire

The Safer Living Foundation is a joint venture between members of HMP Whatton and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) in collaboration with the National Probation Service and Nottinghamshire Police. It was established as a Charity in 2014 to prevent further victims of sexual abuse by reducing sexual reoffending through rehabilitative and preventative initiatives. All the charities projects are evaluated and the results are disseminated to improve and develop practice.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Lynn Saunders - Chair    Email lynn.saunders@justice.gov.uk

Website: saferlivingfoundation.org

YMCA Doncaster

Placed: 22 July 2021   Based: Doncaster

YMCA Doncaster are seeking a trustee with financial experience (possible progression to Treasurer).

We are a small charity serving young people. Our focus is on our 30-bed accommodation project; young people can stay with us for up to two years, and are supported to live more independently when they leave us. We also provide activities for children and young people, we have a large community building and run our own charity shop.

We are looking for trustees to refresh our Board and help with the development of new work including progressing plans to renovate or rebuilt and main centre. Our Board are governance-focused, concentrating on the higher-level policies, risk and financial matters.

We meet around 6 times a year, usually on Thursday evenings from 7pm. There is some advanced reading required; staff will generally provide a range of reports and items for discussion / decision.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Louise Roffey - Chief Executive    Email louise@ymcadoncaster.org.uk

Website: ymcadoncaster.org.uk

Embracing Age

Placed: 16 July 2021   Based: Richmond upon Thames, meetings are online

Embracing Age is a small Christian charity based in the Richmond upon Thames, making a difference in the lives of older people, both locally and nationally. We’re a young charity (founded in 2015) working towards a world where older people are valued, connected and full of hope, and we do this by combatting loneliness, mobilising volunteers, equipping churches and speaking out.

We’re particularly interested in coming alongside care home residents, through trained volunteers offering companionship and support. We’re also bringing connections and friendships to informal carers, who have found the lockdowns particularly challenging as their usual support and services have been closed.

We currently have four part time members of staff, and five trustees. Our friendly trustee board meets 4 times a year. We have a payroll provider who oversees our PAYE, pension and NI. A member of staff does the book keeping on a receipts and payments spreadsheet, with the help of a volunteer.

We are looking for an individual who shares our values and ethos, with experience of managing charity finances and a heart for older people to join the trustee board. We’d love someone who has good financial analysis skills and the ability to communicate clearly.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Tina English    07735 332584   Email tina@embracingage.org.uk

Website: embracingage.org.uk

Redwings

Closing Date: 6 September 2021   Based: South Norfolk

Redwings is a national charity in operation since 1984. The Charity’s mission is to provide and promote the welfare, care and protection of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules.

We are looking a new Treasurer, one with significant experience as an accounting/ finance professional, to join the Redwings Board. Trustees are volunteer roles, and requirements include attending Board meetings (4-6 per annum) held on a Wednesday afternoon. Some meetings will be held remotely as this has worked over the past year.

We are a registered charity in England & Wales (1068911) and Scotland (SC045070) and have a wholly owned trading company ‘Redwings Enterprises Limited’ (Company 3524502). Trustees are Directors of Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Trustees set the strategy and ensure that the charity is well-governed. The charity is managed by a Chief Executive, supported by a senior management team of two Executive Directors – Resources, and Income & Engagement - and six Departmental heads – Norfolk Equine Operations, Welfare & Behaviour, Veterinary, Fundraising, Communications & Campaigns, and Compliance.

Our Head Office is in South Norfolk. In addition, we have five visitor centres, two in Norfolk, plus Warwickshire, Essex and Forfar (Scotland), and other sites which operate as sanctuary farms. Redwings employs over 300 staff, and we are supported by volunteers.

Contact Liz Halford - Executive Assistant to the CEO    Email lhalford@redwings.co.uk

Website: redwings.org.uk

Friends of Cirencester Parish Church

Closing Date: 31 August 2021   Based: Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Friends of Cirencester Parish Church (FoCPC) is a registered charity that supports the care, preservation, and adornment of St John Baptist Parish Church and other ancient or historic buildings vested in Cirencester Parochial Church Council (the “PCC”) by grant funding. Since its formation in 1976, it has made grant payments totalling £1.6 million. FoCPC has approximately 250 members and is governed by a Council of Trustees which usually meets 2 to 3 times per year in addition to the AGM which is held in June. There is a social event for members after the AGM and Annual Service of Dedication. Each Council meeting is preceded by a meeting of the Standing Committee. The Hon. Treasurer attends the Standing Committee and Council meetings. The Standing Committee comprises the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and officers of the charity.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Richard Winstanley (Hon Treasurer)   
Email Richard.Winstanley1@btinternet.com

Website: friendscirencesterparish.org.uk

The Wayz

Closing Date: 31 October 2021   Based: Bracknell, Berkshire

The Wayz is a small charity that empowers young people (8 to 25) through projects and activities, encouraging youth leadership by example & accredited training, supporting young people’s transition to adulthood. The Wayz is independent, but allied to Berkshire-wide and national youth organisations.

Recently incorporated, we’re looking for enthusiasm and financial expertise, although not necessarily qualification, as our finances aren’t complex: we spent £138k in 2020. Working closely with the Chair, you’ll be expected to present financial oversight to other trustees at our quarterly Board meetings and liaise with our external Examiner. You’ll probably spend 3 hours per month in these tasks, more at year-end, and be assisted by our finance employees. We’ll reimburse reasonable expenses you may incur. You’ll join a Board of five people with passion for developing young people’s potential, especially those most impacted by this pandemic. We really want to expand our trustees’ diversity, in all meanings of the word, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups. The successful candidate will undertake an Enhanced DBS check and online safeguarding course.

Download the full Job description here

For an informal no-obligation discussion contact Mike Allen - Trustee Recruitment, inVOLve Community Services   01344 383 519  Email intrusted@involve.community

Website: thewayzyouth.co.uk

West Sussex Minibus Association

Closing Date: 20 August 2021   Based: Storrington in West Sussex

West Sussex Minibus Association is a small and long established charity in West Sussex. We are a volunteer organisation and have been assisting our passengers and members with their local travel needs and their desire for social interaction. We provide scheduled and ad hoc services to enable shopping, seaside trips, cultural trips, lunches and other ways to enable people to get out and meet in different settings.

The new trustee will act as our Treasurer will provide guidance and support to the other trustees. We ideally would like someone with most of the following skills/experience:

• Has a formal accountancy qualification; this would be useful but not essential, support and training can be provided for the first few months.
• Experience with financial forecasting / modelling and align that with a sustainable future for the charity ensuring sound financial planning.
• Can support our goal of replacing our fleet of diesel engine buses with greener vehicles, possibly electric.
• Thinking through strategies, such as financial planning and reserves policy.
• Has accurate and up to date knowledge and experience of charity finance, SORP and other relevant frameworks.
• Can oversee the basic bookkeeping and accounting routines of volunteers to ensure our data and reporting is accurate and timely.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Gerry Toner - Chair   Email gerry@gerrytoner.co.uk

Website: westsussexminibus.org.uk

Carers Trust Heart of England

Closing Date: 24 August 2021   Based: Coventry

Charisma Charity Recruitment are working with Carers Trust Heart of England , who are looking to appoint a Treasurer with the appropriate finance and accounting skills to join their board. The Trust provide integrated services that place the needs of the carer and the people they care for at the heart of everything they do, supporting people across Coventry and Warwickshire.

They are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is eager to be part of the next exciting phase of the Trusts development. You will share their passion in supporting carers enabling them to look after themselves as well as the person they care for.

The Treasurer would be required to provide general financial oversight to ensure that tasks such as record keeping, following of procedures, and reports, accounts, and audits are being completed efficiently and in accordance with the law.

The Treasurer will Chair the Finance Committee and will be working very closely with the Finance Director. You will be experienced in keeping accurate financial records and ensure that effective financial procedures and controls are in place. The Treasurer will be leading on appointing and liaising with auditors and will need to have the ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Sandra Smith - Managing Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment
01962 813300   Email info@charismarecruitment.co.uk
Applications to charismarecruitment.co.uk/job/treasurer-carers-trust-heart-of-england

Website: carerstrusthofe.org.uk

Early Years Alliance

Closing Date: 3 August 2021   Based: London, most meetings virtual

The Early Years Alliance is the largest and most representative early years membership organisation in England. We support childcare providers with policy updates, a specialist information service, legal helpline, training and tailored professional development. We are one of the largest voluntary sector provider of registered early years places in England and are recognised as an authoritative voice in all aspects of early years policy and practice.

We are looking to recruit an individual to our Board of Trustees who will carry out the role of Honorary Treasurer.

We are seeking candidates who have not-for-profit finance and governance experience, are willing to attend meetings and have appropriate accountancy qualifications. Trustees will be expected to devote approximately half a day per month, plus some time for induction. Trustees are unpaid but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

The Alliance is a registered charity (1096526) and company limited by guarantee (4539003). The legal registered name of the charity is Pre-school Learning Alliance. Potential applicants are welcome to contact the Chair of Trustees for a discussion in confidence around the role via Estella Massiah. To apply, please send a full CV and covering letter addressing the person specification for the role. You must have the right to work within the UK.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Estella Massiah    Email estella.massiah@eyalliance.org.uk

Website: eyalliance.org.uk

Calthorpe Community Garden

Closing Date: 20 August 2021   Based: London

Calthorpe Community Garden, a green oasis in central London, exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. As an inner city community garden and centre it exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of those who live, work or study in Camden and surrounding areas.

We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is a key independent role in chairing board meetings, supporting the director in driving the overall direction of the organisation which is vital for shaping a well-governed charity, sustainable for the future.

It is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Parminder Athwal (trustee)    Email calthorpetrustees@gmail.com

Website: calthorpecommunitygarden.org.uk

SMART

Closing Date: 5 September 2021   Based: Suffolk

SMART (Suffolk Music & Arts Alumni Trust) exists to ensure that young people in Suffolk have access to arts opportunities that improve their lives. We provide funding to help Suffolk’s young people to access high-quality music and arts opportunities. We do this by bringing together Suffolk arts alumni and using their skills, passion and experience to help us raise these funds.

We are looking for a Treasurer to join the board of Trustees, who meet every 4-6 weeks via Zoom, usually on a weekday evening from around 7.30pm - 9.30pm. Trustees based in Suffolk occasionally meet up in person to join the Zoom calls. From time to time Trustees will be involved in fundraising and member events, the majority of which take place in Suffolk. The Treasurer will also need to dedicate around 1 day a month to carry out Treasurer and Trustee duties - please see the full job description for a list of the full Treasurer duties and the general duties of all Trustees.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Vicky James & Becci Reidy (Co-Chairs)    Email admin@suffolksmart.org

Website: suffolksmart.org

Citizens Hart

Placed: 24 June 2021   Based: Fleet, Hampshire

Citizens Hart is a member of national Citizens Advice providing free, independent, impartial and confidential advice on a wide range of issues to the local community. We do so through a team of trained volunteers supported by a management team operating from offices in Fleet and Yateley. The role of the Treasurer is to oversee the financial affairs of Citizens Advice Hart, ensuring its financial viability whilst complying with relevant financial regulations.

The Treasurer is a Trustee officer of the Trustee Board and not a paid worker. The Treasurer is not the bookkeeper, and does not hold or maintain the financial records, nor is she or he able to disburse funds alone. The Treasurer must delegate day-to-day financial management to the Chief Officer or other staff.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Geoff Smith, lead HR Trustee, for enquiries about the role    07889 742264
Email hr@hartcab.cabnet.org.uk

Website: citizensadvicehart.org.uk

Communication Matters

Closing Date: 23 July 2021   Based: Leeds

Communication Matters (CM) is a UK-wide organisation committed to supporting people of all ages who find communication difficult because they have little or no clear speech.

Typically, the Treasurer’s duties include managing and overseeing the financial affairs of the organisation as well as Budgets, Reports, Policies and Financial Liaison.

As a Trustee of CM, you share, with the other members of the Board, the responsibility of deciding how the charity is run. Decisions made by the Board of Trustees will have an impact on what CM is able to achieve. We need your experience and skills gained in other areas of life (personal or work) to support us to meet our aims.

The Board of Trustees meets either virtually or in Leeds four times a year. Trustees are expected to attend all the Board meetings and may also represent CM at other meetings and events during the year. As well as these face-to-face meetings, Trustees communicate with each other frequently by email, phone & Zoom – there’s a lot to do to keep CM running smoothly! Trustees are usually appointed for a three-year term of office, or the Board can also co-opt Trustees as needed for up to 12 months.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Emily Campbell    Email admin@communicationmatters.org.uk

Website: communicationmatters.org.uk

Bromley Mencap

Placed: 17 June 2021   Based: Bromley, Kent

Bromley Mencap is an award winning, independent charity and company limited by guarantee which provides a wide range of services and activities for disabled people, their families and carers. Our services include training and employment schemes, respite, day opportunities and social and leisure programmes. We are user-led, campaign for equality and represent the views of disabled people and carers.

After 7 years our Treasurer is leaving us and we are recruiting to the vacancy. As a trustee and director your strategic financial skills and commitment to disability will help our dynamic social care charity sustain growth and excellence. You will work closely with the Finance Manager, chair the Finance & General Purposes Sub-committee and advise the Board, which meets every 2 months, on all finance related matters.

Trustees’ expenses are paid and the role offers full induction with further training and networking opportunities.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Eddie Lynch MBE - Chief Executive    020 8466 0790
Email eddie.lynch@bromleymencap.org

Website: bromleymencap.org.uk

Caring Hands

Placed: 12 June 2021   Based: Newcastle Upon Tyne

We offer services for older people based on prevention and independence.
Caring Hands Charity has been established since 1992 and was registered in 1994.

We have developed services by listening and responding to our client group, our overarching aim is “to support the independence and quality of life of older and disabled people, with support from our skilled team of volunteers.” Our geographical area of cover is primarily, the East End of Newcastle Upon Tyne with several services offered city side.

We are seeking a Volunteer Treasurer to join our small team at Caring Hands Charity. As our Volunteer Treasurer, you will help us succeed financially and achieve our goals.

What else will you be doing?

• Guiding and advising on annual budget and financial operations
• Contributing to the overall strategy by advising on financial implications of strategic plans
• Organising financial resources and reserves

Essential Skills you'll need:

• Professional accounting, finance or similar qualification
• Good understanding of financial management and reporting
• Experience in establishing or setting out strategic goals in a business setting

Skill you'll gain:

• Stronger analysis and monitoring skills
• Specialised finance skills for the non-profit sector
• Knowledge of non-profit governance and structure

Contact Amy   Email Co-ordinator@caringhandscharity.org.uk

Website: caringhandscharity.org.uk

SSAFA

Placed: 12 June 2021   Based: UK-wide

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing lifelong support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 85,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to those who have served in more recent conflicts or are still currently serving, and their families.

Our UK-wide branch network of trained SSAFA volunteer caseworkers provide personalised, face-to-face support to those in their local area. Our trained welfare advisors and volunteers work with each person to find out exactly what they need and then ensure they get the help they deserve. The charity is a national charity and we have a branch in every county of the country.

Could you look after the finances for the local SSAFA service in your area? You don’t need a military background, just some basic IT and finance skills. Each branch has a treasurer overseeing the divisions that, in turn, each has a treasurer of their own. This is a key role involving financial planning and financial administration.

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

Contact Lisa Thipthorp - Volunteer Development Manager East
Email lisa.thipthorp@ssafa.org.uk

Website: ssafa.org

Citizens Advice Harrow

Placed: 4 June 2021   Based: Harrow

At Citizens Advice Harrow, we’re looking for volunteers to help lead our charity. We are looking for people who can consider the big picture and who have good independent judgement, knowledge, and experience of finance / HR / fundraising IT / Local government.

Citizens Advice Harrow is a small charity that provides information and advice to help people resolve their problems, including benefits, debt, employment, housing and so on. We provide free and independent advice to help people solve the difficulties they face, and improve the policies and practices that affect peoples’ lives. We offer specialist welfare benefits and debt advice plus projects in schools and the local hospital.

Citizens Advice Harrow is a member of the national Citizens Advice charity, which means we have access to the services, resources and support provided by national Citizens Advice but as an independent charity, we are responsible for running our own affairs within agreed standards. We have 14 staff and 35 volunteers who are supported by staff, a budget of £400,000.

You’ll need to:

• be available to attend at least four evening meetings each year
• have a willingness to work as a team
• actively participate in discussions that relate to the running of the organisation
• act in the interests of Citizens Advice Harrow and that of its staff and clients.

The post of trustee is a voluntary one but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed. The role provide you a great deal of experience and satisfaction, the opportunity to develop your skills and utilise your expertise and knowledge.

Download the full Job description here

Contact us for more information or an informal discussion about this role Tajinder Nijjar - CEO
Email recruitment@citizensadviceharrow.org.uk

Solar Power Aid

Placed: 4 June 2021   Based: Peterborough, meetings online

Founded in November 2020, Solar Power Aid is seeking an Honorary Treasurer to serve on its inaugural board. The Treasurer will be required to advise the board on financial matters, monitor the financial standing of the organisation and report to the board with regards to its financial health.

It is the organisation's determination to provide solar powered lanterns to the resource poor in the developing world so as to provide lighting that does not impair health, drain meagre financial resources and that is environmentally friendly.

Objectives:

• Safeguard health by promoting an alternative to sources of lighting that are hazardous
• Alleviate poverty by eliminating recurrent expenditure on fossil fuels for lighting
• Impact positively on the environment by promoting the use of solar energy

Download the full Job description (pdf) here

For enquiries about role, contact Ri Iyovwaye   079 5647 5245   Email ri@solarpoweraid.co.uk
Applications to admin@solarpoweraid.co.uk

Website: solarpoweraid.co.uk

COVID Research

Closing Date: 31 August 2021   Based: London

140,000 people in the UK have been diagnosed with Long-COVID. This condition makes everyday activity, such as washing or dressing, impossible.

COVID RESEARCH is there for Long COVID sufferers, in the short, medium and long term. We fund and publish research into Long COVID. We campaign for Long COVID to be recognised as a disability. We co-ordinate mental health services.

The Treasurer will:

• create a new UK charity.
• select and open a bank account.
• oversee, approve and present budgets, accounts and financial statements.
• ensure accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by the relevant statutory bodies, eg Charity Commission.
• ensure the charity has an appropriate reserves policy and investment policy.
• gain a higher sense of personal well-being.

The Treasurer should have:

• financial qualifications and experience.
• a willingness to make unpopular recommendations to the board.

Download the full Job description here

Contact Morgan Saunders   Email morgan@covid-research.org.uk

Website: covid-research.org.uk