Evaluation Manager Volunteer Roles in Belfast

East London Waterworks Park is looking for volunteer managers to develop and manage meaningful and sustainable volunteer experiences.

East London Waterworks Park is a volunteer-led charity that has won a 2024 New London Architecture award and raised £2m towards buying land from the Department for Education to transform the 14-acre Thames Water Depot on Lea Bridge Road on the border of Waltham Forest and Hackney, into a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces. 

We are looking for volunteer managers to contribute to our community-led working group who are developing and managing meaningful and sustainable volunteer experiences within East London Waterworks Park. 

There is opportunity to lead on projects in communications and governance, and facilitate the direction of the working group.

The Comms Circle currently meets fortnightly on a Tuesday evening on Google Meet and spends voluntary time outside of the meeting completing agreed tasks remotely.

You should be experienced in developing and managing meaningful and sustainable volunteer experiences with a range of different roles. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. We also value your ability to think strategically and build relationships within the community. Experience in managing and motivating volunteer teams is important and a strong understanding of volunteer engagement and the ability to create a positive and inclusive environment will be invaluable. You should be comfortable with community-led processes. Our roles are quite flexible. We hope that people bring radical imagination, peace with nature, and courageous inclusiveness to the role. 

Contribute to the creation of a new biodiverse community-owned park with free access natural swimming ponds. Your leadership and organisational skills will be instrumental in coordinating the efforts of our diverse team of volunteers, including architects, ecologists, teachers, community researchers, and communications strategists. By effectively managing and motivating our volunteer base, you'll ensure that their contributions are aligned with the park's goals and maximise their impact on our community and the environment.

While gaining invaluable experience in recruitment, human resources and NFP Social enterprise,                           practice your passion within real-life scenarios.

We are looking for Recruitment Managers to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in sourcing, engaging and will help us build a diverse and dedicated team to support our brand messages and visions.

If you are enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated about building a dynamic volunteer team and are excited to contribute your recruitment skills to a meaningful cause, join us as a Recruitment Manager Volunteer. Together, we can create a positive and lasting impact in our community.

Please note the role is a voluntary position and could be entirely remote. Any incurred reasonable expenses will be paid.

Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with HR and leadership team to understand volunteer needs, roles and requirements.
- Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies and campaigns.
- Utilise online platforms, social media, and community networks to advertise opportunities.
- Assist with review volunteer applications and inquiries, and assess candidate suitability.
- Conduct interviews with potential candidates to determine their skills, motivations, and alignment with our values and visions.
- Coordinate volunteer orientation, ensuring all are well-informed and equipped for their roles.
- Maintain a database of potential and current candidates and keeping track of their skills, interests, and availability.
- Work closely with leadership team and other team members to ensure a seamless transition from recruitment to engagement.
- Regularly report on recruitment metrics and effectiveness to the leadership team.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve recruitment process.

Requirements:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively market and promote volunteer opportunities.
- Experience in recruitment, human resources, or volunteer management is a plus.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Proficiency in using online platforms, social media, and communication tools.
- Dedicated and willing to learn.
- Committed to our values and mission 

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can become a vital part of our team.​

ABOUT TESYouth 

TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.

Join SUNSHINE and Make a BIG Impact!

We are SUNSHINE, a brand new start-up grassroots social isolation and loneliness charity with a mission to make a BIG impact. Our aim is to bring people together, spread happiness, and nurture community spirit through community-based initiatives that build relationships, enhance wellbeing, and transform lives. We focus on supporting those at risk and living in social isolation, ensuring they have access to our support when they need it most.

We’re at the beginning of our journey as a start-up and currently an unregistered charity, working towards our charity status within the next 2-3 months. At SUNSHINE, we’re more than a charity; we’re a grassroots movement driven by compassion, dedication, and a shared vision. Our goal? To change the world—one smile at a time—with passionate, dedicated, and inspiring people at the heart of everything we do. We can’t do this alone—we need you!

We’re seeking a volunteer to take on the essential role of Marketing and Communications Manager, who will lead in all things marketing and communications and support our charity by creating and implementing effective marketing strategies, managing our social media presence, and ensuring our message reaches the right audience.

As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will play a crucial role in our transformative mission. Your role will involve:

• Strategy Developer: Create and implement marketing and communication strategies to promote SUNSHINE’s mission and initiatives.

• Content Creator: Develop engaging content for our website, social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.

• Brand Manager: Ensure consistent branding across all platforms and materials.

• Media Liaison: Build and maintain relationships with media outlets to secure coverage for SUNSHINE’s activities and events.

• Community Engager: Foster a positive and engaging online community, responding to inquiries and encouraging participation.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Marketing Experience: You have experience in marketing, communications, or a related field. You have the ability to set up our marketing function at SUNSHINE and lead from the front.

• Creative Skills: You possess strong creative and communication skills.

• Passionate Heart: You resonate with our values and are driven to make a difference in the lives of others.

If you’re ready to take on this role and shine with us, please send your CV to apply. We eagerly await your response and appreciate your interest in joining SUNSHINE!

SUNSHINE

Fostering Connections - Enhancing Wellbeing - Transforming Lives

The Peter Sowerby Foundation is a significant, charitable grant-maker supporting work in the fields of health, education and community, the arts, and the environment. It is seeking grant making trustees.

Registered with the Charity Commission in 2011, the Foundation aims to fulfil the charitable aims of its late settlor, Dr Peter Sowerby, a retired GP from rural North Yorkshire and founding partner in Egton Medical Information Systems (EMIS), which now provides database and records management software for over 10,000 healthcare organisations in the UK and in excess of 16M of the UK population.

The Foundation is currently managed by a board of four trustees.  These are David Aspinall, Chair of Trustees; Dr David Stables, Peter Sowerby’s former GP partner and an expert in management information systems; Sara Siegel Poulios, lead partner in Deloitte’s Healthcare Strategy who has been seconded to senior positions in the Department of Health and NHS, and Dr Carole Longson, Chief Scientific Officer at the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI).

Since it was established, the Foundation has awarded hundreds of grants. Some of these have been small grants to local, grass-roots organisations, whilst others have been to large, well-established charities and educational institutions. In total, the Foundation has awarded some £15 million in grants since inception.

Principles

In keeping with the wishes and personal character of Dr Sowerby, the Foundation continues to be a funder that is distinctive in its approach to grant-making and which is prepared to push the boundaries of achievement within its chosen fields so as to make a tangible and lasting impact. The Foundation also places innovation and influence on wider policy and practice at the forefront of grant making​.

 In terms of geography, the Foundation largely supports UK-wide projects but has occasionally provided grants to international ventures. Trustees are particularly interested in supporting projects in Dr Sowerby’s much-loved home of North Yorkshire.

Estimate of time needed: 0-5 hours / month

What are we looking for?

The Foundation is currently seeking additional trustees to join the Foundation and is particularly looking for individuals with one or more of the following:

• experience working within the health sector/NHS in a front line capacity ­– we note this could be current GP, consultant, clinician or another similar post
• experience in financial management/strategic oversight – especially at Board Level
• experience in grant making and the evaluation of the impact of grant making.

The Foundation will also consider applications from potential trustees, with experience outside of the above areas, but with an interest in the work of the Foundation and its charitable endeavours.

Person Specification

The Foundation is seeking to appoint at least two trustees with skills and experience that can help us achieve our objectives, who can bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our Board.

Individuals should have the ability to exercise good, independent judgement and provide a willingness to participate actively in discussion and debate.

Knowledge of the process of charitable grant-making would be beneficial for the role but is not essential.

A comprehensive induction process will be available to the selected individual(s).

What difference will you make?

The trustees have overall control of the governance of the Foundation and are ultimately responsible for the charity. Grant solicitation and directorial support is provided under contract from Cause4, whilst an outsourced finance function is provided by FLB Accountants. The Foundation also employs a governance expert as administrator to the board.

The Foundation has an expendable endowment of some £65M and Trustees are advised by their investment consultancy, HFMC Wealth, with investment management services provided by four leading investment houses.

The Board meets virtually each quarter (for up to three hours) and, from time to time, Trustees are also asked to attend to governance and grant matters remotely between meetings. We estimate the total time commitment to be about four-six days per year.

Specific responsibilities of trustees include:

• reviewing and setting the strategic aims for the Foundation
• reviewing progress against the strategic aims
• setting annual budgets for grant-making and management
• considering operational and financial risks
• authorising grant programmes
• approving and assessing grants
• approving the investment policy and reviewing investment performance and risk
• approving annual accounts and annual report.

Before you apply

To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact us on the Reach platform in the first instance. 

To apply for the position, submit a letter of no more than two sides showing how you satisfy the required skills and experience, together with a copy of an up-to-date CV. 

The Trustees seek to make an appointment at the earliest opportunity and will assess applications as they arrive. Interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time.

We are a dynamic race and class inclusion organisation that runs empowering programmes for Black and Asian women and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our board as Trustees. Apply now to be part of our impactful journey—shortlisting will take place by mid-February.

Organisation overview

You Make It (YMI) is a dynamic, award winning and evolving race and class inclusion organisation that runs 4 month long holistic empowerment programmes for young unemployed and underemployed women largely from Hackney and Tower Hamlets. Our participants are Black and Asian, and all are from working class backgrounds. We have continued to grow since our formation by the CEO in 2011 and have continued to  generate incredible support from a range of credible funders. In addition, we are focused on dismantling racism while generating earned income through growing a range of partnerships as well as exploring new channels through which to deliver our established You Change It programme- a successful anti-racism allyship initiative aimed at  employers and pioneered by our CEO in 2020.

Our passion for our work is boundless. Year after year we prove to have real impact. Our YouTube  channel will give you a sense of what we do, all the amazing people and places we work with, and of  those people we benefit.

About you

As a trustee you must have a strong commitment to YMI’s mission and be aligned to our core values which are self-empowerment, integrity, social equality, dynamism and creativity. You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, experience in governance or management, have high integrity and ability to think strategically. You understand why we need to exist in the context of race inequality and the injustices that our community experiences. 

Those from communities who have lived experience of racial marginalisation are underrepresented at board level, and so we are especially keen to hear from trustees from these backgrounds. 

We’re particularly keen to hear from individuals from an HR, Legal or Philanthropy background, as well as anyone with experience of acting as a Charity Trustee elsewhere. 

Key responsibilities

• Governance and Financial Oversight: Alongside the wider board and leadership, ensure the charity operates in accordance with policy, legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. Safeguard the charity’s assets, including proper financial oversight and risk management. Review and approve the charity’s budget, financial statements, and annual reports. 

• Policy and Decision Making: Be an active, engaged and thoughtful participant in board meetings and decision-making processes. Approve policies that support the effective functioning of the charity now and in the future.

• Fundraising and Advocacy: Support and participate in fundraising efforts, draw on your networks to advance our growth as a charity and advocate and act as an ambassador. 

• Performance Monitoring: Evaluate performance against our goals and objectives. Ensure accountability mechanisms are in place.

• Strategic Development: Collaboratively contribute to the charity's strategic direction, ensuring it aligns with its mission and values.

• Insight and Learning: Stay informed about issues affecting YMI and its work. Pursue opportunities for training and development to enhance governance skills.

Apply 

To apply, please send a CV along with a cover letter explaining why you have relevant experience and would like to get behind our mission.

We are appointing a number of Trustees and would encourage you to apply as early as possible. We aim to shortlist applicants in March 2025. The interview process will consist of two rounds, an initial meeting with our founding CEO, before an informal interview with our Trustees. 

About Us:

At Project Yananai, as a Christian charity, we believe in the transformative power of education and the impact it can have on alleviating poverty on a global scale. As a leading non-profit organization, we are dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that empower communities through education and economic opportunity. We partner with local organizations worldwide to provide accessible resources and develop innovative programs that change lives. Join us on our mission to make a difference!

The Role:

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for building meaningful partnerships that drive social change? We are seeking an exceptional Partnerships Development Lead to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for cultivating and nurturing relationships with international educational institutions, governmental bodies, NGOs, and corporate partners to enhance our global initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with our mission and objectives.
• Identify, engage, and foster relationships with prospective partners across various sectors to expand our network and enhance collaborative opportunities.
• Prepare and present compelling proposals and grant applications to secure funding and resources.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between partnership initiatives and organizational goals.
• Represent [Your Organization Name] at international conferences, meetings, and events, amplifying our mission and expanding our reach.
• Monitor and evaluate partnership outcomes, providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• Experience in partnership development, fundraising, or international relations, preferably within the non-profit sector is desirable but not essential.
• Proven track record of successful collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and corporate entities is a bonus.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a variety of audiences.
• Strong understanding of global adult education, poverty alleviation strategies, and the international development landscape.
• Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams, showing flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating lasting change in the lives of individuals and communities around the world.
• Work in a flexible, inclusive, and supportive remote work environment.
• Access to professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
• Collaborate with an inspiring network of global partners and stakeholders committed to social impact.

Application Closing Date: 31st January 2024

Join us at Project Yananai and help shape the future of education and poverty alleviation across the globe. Together, we can make a world of difference!

Project Yananai is a UK registered charity number 1209060 and an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

Overview - This is a Senior Leadership team role.

The Chief Leader role is key to the overall success of an expedition. As the most senior member, the Chief Leader trains and manages the rest of the expedition leadership team and takes an active role throughout the development and delivery of an expedition, from planning to review and evaluation, through training, direct field leadership and staff management, they are crucial components in the educational experience.

We are looking for applicants who are:

• Comfortable spending extended periods in remote and sometimes harsh environments.
• Able to commit to all pre-expedition training events. 

As a charity, all Leader positions are undertaken on a voluntary basis and Leaders join for the intrinsic value of adventure, education, and personal development of young people. You do not have to fundraise to lead on our expeditions.

CISWO, The Coal Mining Charity, is seeking additional trustees to strengthen and widen the scope, expertise and diversity of our Board. We would particularly welcome applications from individuals who are a qualified accountant and a member of a recognised institute.

Since 1995, we have been improving lives and reducing disadvantage in former coal mining communities. With services provided across the country in all former coalfield areas, our reach is extensive.

CISWO is a service provider, grant maker, and custodian of one of the largest portfolios of recreational land in the UK. Our aim is to reduce disadvantage in communities impacted by the coal mining industry and to leave a legacy of community facilities for future generations.

We are proud of the impact we make with former miners and mining communities. With over 2,400 individuals, and over 200 other mining charities supported in 2023, we can demonstrate the difference we make. We are however ambitious to achieve more and recognise that as our client groups change, we need to increase and adapt our delivery to meet these needs.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation. We at the start of our third year of our current 5 year strategy which will build on the past work of CISWO, drive the current work of the charity and set strong foundations for the future to ensure we meet the changing needs of our different client groups.

Trustee Responsibilities

As a Trustee of CISWO you will:

· Be responsible for providing governance to administration and management of the organisation.

· Ensure the financial stability and viability of CISWO.

· Actively contribute to the Board by giving strategic direction including defining and setting overall policy, and evaluating performance against this.

· Ensure compliance with the charity’s governing document, and any legal requirements.

· Act in the best interests of the charity at all times.

· Safeguard the reputation and values of the organisation.

· Use specific skills and knowledge of topics relevant to their areas of expertise to lead discussions, provide advice and guidance, identify key issues, and help the Board to reach sound decisions.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

· Relevant knowledge to contribute to the charity’s core areas of delivery.

· Credibility and evidence of effectiveness in their chosen field.

· Operating a senior level in either a paid or unpaid capacity in a significantly sized and / or complex organisation.

· Experience of strategic thinking and planning with a good understanding of risk.

· A well–rounded understanding of the charity sector and the responsibilities of trustees.

· Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement.

· Highly numerate with the ability to understand budgets and charity finance.

· Team orientated with a collaborative and solution focused approach

· A critical understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and a commitment to applying these to the role.

· The ability to commit the necessary time and engagement to be an effective member of the Board.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

· Understanding of the issues faced by former coal miners and mining communities.

· Recent experience working as a qualified accountant in a professional capacity.

· Previous experience as a charity trustee or working with a board of trustees.

How to apply

To be considered for the role, please supply the following:

· An up to date CV clearly detailing your career history with key achievements

· A supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role and the value that your expertise will add to the Trustee Board

Full candidate information pack attached.

About Us

Yala studios (YS) is yet to be registered as a charity. It currently exists as a concept of an organisation that will support black women and girls facing socio-economic disadvantage to improve their quality of life in the present. Once established, YS will conduct and use independent research to develop programmes under its four pillars: 

• Time - we aim to implement programmes that permit black women and girls to address time poverty. By doing so we anticipate seeing improvements in income and wealth, dignity, and connection and wellbeing.

• Income and Wealth - programmes under this pillar will aim to support black women and girls to increase income and wealth while also increasingly divorcing income from time exhaustive labour and activities.

• Safety, privacy and dignity - programming that address or mitigate the impact of lack of dignity, physical and psychological safety for black women and girls in work, education, and while engaging with public sector organisations.

• Well-being - accessible programmes that encourage and enable increased physical and psychological well-being at individual and collective levels.

What does the role involve:

You’ll be joining YS’ board to help get this organisation off the ground. Board members will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance and work with the founder to set the strategic direction of the charity in accordance with the governing document and regulatory guidelines. 

We want to create a diverse board of 5 with experience across the charity and private sectors. We would particularly welcome board members with experience conducting primary research, experience developing an organisational or divisional strategy, accounting or operations management experience, providing immigration related advice or services, managing corporate partnerships and/or with lived experience.

Why join the Studio:

• Develop your skills and experience in charity governance.

• Help launch an innovative charitable organisation getting right to the heart of the challenges people have been facing for a long time.

• Make a real and tangible impact.

We anticipate that trustees will be asked to hold office for one three year term initially. 

Please note this is a voluntary position.

How to apply: Please send your CV and a Covering Letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role by the listed closing date on this advert.

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make informed development choices in the management of public finances and resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Chief People Officer (Remote) to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: This role is for a HR leader who can lead and manage a comprehensive HR service through a range of projects and activities in areas such as, but not limited to: Workforce Planning and Recruitment; On-boarding/Off-boarding; Performance Management; Organisational Culture; Learning and Career Development; HR Compliance and Staff Relations; Diversity and Inclusion; Policy and Procedure Development; and Staff Records Management. Reporting to the Founder, you will manage our recruitment team and be responsible for improving staff engagement, participation and retention.

Division: People and Culture

Department: N/A

Position reports to (line manager): Founder and CEO

Who reports to this position (direct reports): HR Coordinator

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 
 

• Develop and implement an HR strategy
   
• Contribute to the development of a collaborative high performing organisational culture by building staff and organisational capability
   
• Develop an effective performance management system ensuring that organisational values are translated into measurable competencies, behaviours and objectives and that job descriptions, performance standards, and performance evaluation instruments are aligned
   
• Develop and implement learning and career development initiatives for all staff and recommend staff training that will enhance growth and development
   
• Prepare and analyse HR metrics and provide reports that support decision making
   
• Implement new, and enhance existing staff recognition and reward programs
   
• Champion the ADC culture and ensure all staff are aware of the expectations
   
• Develop and implement strategies to increase Diversity & Inclusion within the organization
   
• Develop and implement an annual People Survey, communicate results and own activity plan to drive improved staff engagement
   
• Review and approve HR policies and procedures and recommend improvements
   
• Contribute to development of a customised HR management system

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Essential

· Excellent knowledge of HR General, Learning and Career Development, and Recruitment

· Senior HR leadership experience within a small to medium sized organisation

· Experience of setting up new HR functions and processes would be desirable

· Significant experience of initiating, delivering, leading and embedding change initiatives

· Commitment of minimum 7-10 hours per week

Desirable

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase
   
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

What ADC Offers You:

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
   
• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
   
• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
   
• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
   
• We provide work reference

Quilombo UK is seeking a skilled Data Analyst to join our expanding organisation. We are dedicated to fostering intercultural understanding, promoting cultural awareness, and championing good health and well-being within our community. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about using data to drive positive change and support our mission. You will have the chance to gain valuable experience in the Third Sector, develop your analytical skills, and contribute to making a real difference in the community.

This voluntary position requires a commitment of at least 12 hours per week over a 16-week period, across 2 days Monday to Friday. While the role is unpaid, it offers valuable experience in the non-profit sector and the opportunity to make a meaningful

impact.

Main Responsibilities

• Gather, clean, and analyse data from various sources, including project reports, fundraising records, and community engagement surveys.

• Identify trends, patterns, and insights in the data to inform organisational decision-making and strategy development.

• Develop visualisations, dashboards, and reports to effectively communicate data-driven findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Collaborate with other volunteers, including the Marketing and PR team, to integrate data analysis into outreach and communication efforts.

• Contribute to the development of data-driven strategies for fundraising, programme evaluation, and community engagement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and well-organised records of data and analysis.

Essential

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

• Excellent communication and data visualisation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to Quilombo UK's mission and values.

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Desirable

• Experience working with large datasets.

• Knowledge of statistical software packages (e.g., R, SPSS).

• Experience in the non-profit sector.

Benefits

• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community and professional development initiatives.

• Professional growth and development in partnership management.

• A collaborative and supportive volunteer environment.

When needed

• Flexible, with the ability to work remotely and on-site as needed.

• Availability to attend occasional meetings and events.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview and discuss the onboarding process.

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

Refugee Biryani & Bananas is looking for a Treasurer with a passion for financial management and accounting to join our Trustees Board to oversee the financial health of the charity and cement the financial literacy of the organisation at Board level. We are looking for someone with the skills, experience, energy and time to commit to our important work. Our Board is responsible for the governance of Refugee Biriyani & Bananas. The Board does not directly manage the day-to-day work, but provides oversight, shaping organisational strategy and supporting our staff and volunteers.

We are expanding our Board of Trustees to support the growth and future plans of our ambitious small charity. Board meetings take place every 12 weeks via video call, with opportunities for in-person gatherings throughout the year. Additional meetings may occasionally be required, either more frequently, in smaller groups, or one-to-one, depending on specific needs or exceptional circumstances.

The Treasurer will work closely with our team members including volunteers, other Trustees and with the CEO, advising on all financial matters including regulatory compliance. The Treasurer will be expected to attend Board meetings which last approximately an hour and a half every twelve weeks.

The Treasurer will:

● Actively participate as a key member of the Board of Trustees.

● Act as an ambassador for Refugee Biryani & Bananas

● Lead development of the annual budget and cash flow forecasting

● Support with fundraising and financial strategic planning

● Advise on all financial matters, including regulatory compliance.

● Oversee the development and observation of financial policies

● Advise the board on fund management and ensure an appropriate reserves policy

● Advise fellow Trustees on a regular basis of the financial status of the charity and where necessary recommend action.

● Support with financial processes such as Gift Aid collection and running Payroll

● Work with professional advisors including any contracted accountants

● Review financial transactions on a monthly basis via digital accounting software, Xero

● Arrange the compilation and agreement of Refugee Biryani & Bananas’ annual report

● Liaise and lead on the annual review of accounts by the independent examiner 

The Legal Trustee will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance with a special interest in the legal implications of the strategy, governance and support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation.

We are particularly interested in applicants who have experience or knowledge of Health & Safety to join our Health and Safety Committee.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.

You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead Big Leaf Foundation in the next phase of its development, as we transition our self-employed contractors to employee contracts and explore new multi-year core funding opportunities to build greater sustainability in our work. We are looking for someone with direct experience in financial management and/or charity finance and fundraising to fill this role. Ideally you will have experience of moving people onto employee contracts. You will use your skills and knowledge to make a lasting difference to the lives of displaced young people in Surrey.

In addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, duties of the treasurer include:

• Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements.
• Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs.
• Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports to the board.
• Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
• Liaising with any paid staff and volunteers about financial matters.
• Advising on the financial implications of the organisation’s strategic plans.
• Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate ethical funding policy.
• Ensuring that there is no conflict between any funding sources and the aims and objects of the charity.
• Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies, for example the Charity Commission.
• Ensuring that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required (independent examination or audit) and any recommendations are implemented.
• Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.
• Contributing to the fundraising strategy of the organisation.
• Ensuring the accounts are presented in a coherent and easily understandable way in our annual review.
• Sitting on appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary panels as required.

In addition, with other trustees to hold the charity “in trust” for current and future beneficiaries by:

• Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.
• Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its “corporate” behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.
• Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.