Finance Manager Volunteer Roles in London

Are you passionate about making a real difference? Do you believe in the power of community? If you have financial expertise and want to help Roehampton become a flourishing, healthy, inclusive and collaborative place to live and work, we invite you to join our team as the Treasurer for Our Roehampton. Every financial decision you help make will ripple through our community, enabling us to do more, reach further, and impact lives for the better. You’ll be part of a passionate team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and heart. This is a volunteer role. 

We are a dedicated community development charity (and company limited by guarantee - Roehampton Trust Ltd) committed to creating positive, lasting change in Roehampton. We believe in building social capital and on the good things that are already happening in our community, supporting the development and deployment of the passions, skills and experiences of the people who live and work here. We also believe that we are stronger together so we work in partnership and collaboration with our community, and the wider community and voluntary sector in Wandsworth and London. We have 3 years core funding in place to support 2.5 roles to drive the charity’s work forward, so this is an exciting time to join us as we look to the future and making a huge difference to the people we serve. 

What you’ll do: 

• Oversee the charity’s financial affairs and ensure they are legal, constitutional, and within accepted accounting practices. 
• Support and liaise with our Director in the budgeting, financial planning, and reporting that will help guide the strategic direction of our work. 
• Liaise with our accountants on year-end accounts and any other issues that arise. 
• Work closely with the Board and staff team, offering guidance and insight to ensure our resources are used efficiently and effectively. 
• Serve as a Trustee on our Board. 

What we’re looking for: 

• A passion to make a positive impact for and with the local community 
• Experience in financial management or accounting (qualified or working towards a qualification). 
• Experience of or a willingness to understand charity accounting and the SORP framework to ensure we meet our legal requirements and have consistent reporting 
• Compassion and empathy – understanding the importance of our work in people’s lives. 
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team. 

Together, we can create a thriving, resilient community. 
If this sounds like a role for you, we’d love to hear from you! 

Registered charity no 1146841.

We’re seeking new trustees to join our board. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead Big Leaf Foundation in the next phase of its development and to use your skills and experience to make a lasting difference to the lives of displaced young people in Surrey.

We are seeking individuals with:
o commitment to our vision, mission and values;
o excellent teamwork and leadership skills and effective decision-making;
o willingness to commit time and effort to the role;
o good, independent judgement, strategic vision and ability to communicate ideas;
o history of impartiality, fairness and commitment to promoting equality and diversity.

We particularly need individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

o charity governance;
o risk management;
o data security and IT;

o diversity and inclusion;
o evaluation and reporting.

The statutory duties of a trustee are to:

o Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document.
o Ensure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.
o Ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives – the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objectives, no matter how 'charitable' and 'worthwhile' those activities are.
o Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets. o Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.
o Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
o Ensure the financial stability of the organisation.
o Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation's funds.
o If the organisation employs staff, to appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor his or her performance.

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

o Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.

o Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its “corporate” behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.

o Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.

o Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.

Trustees should make full use of any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the board make good decisions and all trustees must adhere to our Trustee Code of Conduct.

Role Summary:

The Chair of the Board of Trustees will provide strategic leadership to Hidayah, ensuring the organization remains aligned with its mission to support and advocate for LGBTQ+ Muslims. The Chair will guide the Board of Trustees in effective governance and act as an ambassador for the charity within both the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Governance:
   • Provide leadership to the Board, ensuring that Trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
   • Oversee the Board of Trustees’ operation, ensuring its members work collaboratively and effectively.
   • Ensure the charity complies with its constitution, governing documents, charity law, and other relevant legislation/regulations.

1. Strategy and Planning:
   • Lead the development and implementation of the charity’s annual strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the needs of LGBTQ+ Muslims.
   • Write the annual report outlining Hidayah’s impact and achievements
   • Work with the Board of Trustees to ensure that strategic objectives are effectively executed and serve the community
   • Write and develop a portfolio of policies to ensure the smooth running of Hidayah

1. Board of Trustees Management:
   • Chair monthly Board meetings effectively, ensuring decisions are taken in a timely manner and that actions are followed up.
   • Facilitate a positive and inclusive Board culture where diverse viewpoints are encouraged and respected.
   • Manage all volunteers taken on by Hidayah

1. Advocacy and Representation:
   • Act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting its work within both the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities and to a wider audience.
   • Represent the charity at key events, meetings, and functions, and develop relationships with key stakeholders and partners.

1. Financial Oversight:
   • Oversee the charity’s financial health, ensuring it operates within its means and maintains proper financial control and accountability.
   • Work with the Treasurer and the finance team to ensure the Board of Trustees receives accurate and timely financial information.
   • Act as a signatory for Hidayah’s bank account and financial operations.
   • To seek out partnerships, sponsors and endorsements from individuals and organisations.

1. Risk Management:
   • Ensure appropriate risk management policies and procedures are in place and adhered to.
   • Regularly review and address potential risks to the charity’s operations and reputation.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Demonstrable experience in a leadership role within a charity, non-profit, or similar organization.
• Strong understanding of governance best practices and charity law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets and financial planning.
• Passion for the charity’s mission and commitment to its values, with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ Muslims.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Chair or in a senior non-executive role.
• Experience in fundraising and development activities.
• Established network within the Muslim and LGBTQ+ communities and among relevant stakeholders.

Terms of Appointment:

• The Chair will be appointed for an initial term of 3 years, which may be renewed for a further term(s).
• This is a voluntary position; however, expenses incurred in fulfilling the role will be reimbursed as approved by the Board of Trustees in line with Hidayah’s policies.

We are seeking:

• Lay Trustees: Individuals with experience in fields such as governance, membership services, finance, education, commercial, organisational development. An interest in the healthcare sector would be beneficial but direct experience of working in the sector is not required. Your diverse perspective will be crucial in guiding our growth and ensuring we remain innovative and impactful.

Could you be one of the Charity Tax Group’s next Board Members?

 The Charity Tax Group (CTG) is looking to appoint new Board Members to its proactive, forward thinking, ambitious board.

 Who are we?

CTG is the authoritative voice of charities on tax. Over the past 40 years CTG has saved the sector over £8.3 billion in tax. We work together with our members for a better fiscal environment for charities, providing authoritative information, improving understanding and securing a fair deal for charities on tax. Our networks include senior figures in HMRC, HMT and major charities.

CTG’s core principles are to:

· Strive for technical excellence in all aspects of tax that impacts on charities

· Provide practical support to charities by mitigating their tax burden and providing informed and relevant guidance.

· Work with others to maximise our impact.

· Develop a sustainable funding structure that matches our ambition

· Be brave and innovative

 Why should you get involved?

CTG gets things done. Our focus is on action and delivering results. We have a strong track record of policy success. This is only possible because of the commitment of our volunteer board members.

In a rapidly changing world CTG needs to change to equip itself for continued success in the future.  2024 is a significant year for CTG, we have developed a different operating model, are looking to register as a charity, are updating our website and are holding our first in person annual conference since before the pandemic. So, it’s an exciting time to join us!  We’re looking for new directors who share our vision and will rise to our challenges with us.

 Who are we looking for?

We are looking to diversify our board in terms of the background and skills of directors as well as their life experience and personal attributes. Previous board experience is not essential.

We are looking for up to three new board members to join us and are particularly interested to hear from applicants who have any of the following:

· Technical experience, skills and knowledge in the charity tax arena

· Experience, skills and knowledge in monitoring and evaluation of activities and projects – particularly in a not-for-profit arena

· Experience, skills and knowledge in fundraising

Board members are required to represent a charity that makes a financial contribution towards CTG’s work.

What will you bring to the role?

• A commitment to the organisation and an understanding of its mission and guiding principles
• Ambition for what the organisation can achieve
• An ability to work as part of a team and actively contribute to CTG’s work, and ability to devote the necessary time and effort
• An ability to think both strategically and operationally
• A willingness to speak your mind in a constructive manner
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Impartiality, fairness and confidentiality
• A willingness to learn new skills and develop in the role
• An understanding that this is a ‘hands on’ board role and that you will be asked to join working groups and contribute to projects in your role

Please ensure that you cover all of the above points in your application.

 What do CTG board members do?

The Board sets out the strategic direction of CTG’s work programme and identifies key short and long-term goals. Board members also share their relevant technical expertise and are involved in delivering CTG’s work programme in association with the Secretariat and its Technical Adviser. The Board works to ensure CTG’s financial sustainability and legal and regulatory compliance, and aspires to best practice in its governance.

Board members automatically become a Director of the Charity Tax Group, which operates as a company limited by guarantee. Board members are volunteers.

 What is the time commitment?

The Board meets monthly for two hours. Additionally, Board Members participate in finance, fundraising and technical groups of their choosing. Time is also required for preparation and reading papers in advance of meetings. We aim to use your skills and talents in the most effective way to maximise your contribution to CTG’s work. Other meetings and project work are required from time to time.

Our meetings take place virtually (via Teams or Zoom). Occasional physical meetings in London are expected in future.

Successful applicants will be appointed for a three-year term.

Positively UK is recruiting new Trustees

Positively UK is a registered UK charity providing peer-led support, advocacy, and information to everyone living with HIV. We help people manage all aspects of their diagnosis, care, and life with HIV. We are a peer lead peer run charity and 90% of our staff are living with HIV. Our vision is a society where people with HIV live happy, healthy, and stigma-free lives. Our mission is to empower and support people living with HIV with the knowledge, tools, and connections they need to live fulfilling lives and reduce the stigma surrounding HIV. Positively UK’s Board of Trustees consists of eight members whose experiences range from lived experience and HIV activism to academic, financial, and clinical backgrounds. 

We are now looking for three new Trustees to join the Board. Ideally, the new board members will have experience in one of the following areas: legal, finance, fundraising, marketing. We are looking for people committed to use their networks to advance Positively UK’s mission and vision. 

Trustee Role Description 

A Trustee shares the responsibility for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the organisation’s aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. 

Trustees advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Positively UK to support the organisation’s mission and needs. 

Primary responsibilities 

• Ensuring the charity and its representatives function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with Positively UK’s constitution 
• Upholding the fiduciary duty invested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the charity. Determine the overall direction and development of the charity through good governance and clear strategic planning. 
• Acting in the best interest of the charity, beneficiaries, and future beneficiaries at all times. 
• Promoting and developing the charity for it to grow and maintain its relevance to society. 
• Maintaining sound financial management of the charity’s resources 
• Ensuring the expenditure is in line with the organisation’s objectives, and investment activities meet accepted standards and policies. 
• Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the charity and its resources, acting as a counter-signatory on charity cheques and any applications for funds as requested. 
• Interviewing, appointing and performance monitoring of senior staff. 

Expectations 

• Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and at special events as able. 
• Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary. 
• Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Positively UK’s mission, objectives, and programmes. 
• Help communicate and promote Positively UK’s activities widely 
• Be familiar with Positively UK’s finances and financial needs. 
• Understand Positively UK’s policies and procedures. 

Length of term 

• Two years, which may be renewed indefinitely. Proposal and approval are ratified at the Annual General Meeting in November. 

Meetings and time commitment 

• The Board of Trustees meets every two months (online or at Positively UK’s offices). The November meeting is combined with the Annual General Meeting. 
• Trustees are asked to attend additional meetings as representatives of Positively UK as they are determined. 

Accountability 

Trustees (individually) and the Board (collectively) are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity. They are accountable to a variety of stakeholders, including service users, members, the Charity Commission, and Companies House. 

Family Volunteering Club is an innovative charity, on a mission to make it easy for children aged 0 - 9 to regularly spend time helping in their local community, alongside the adults in their lives.

We are now recruiting for a fantastic Co-Chair of Trustees to join the team! They will work alongside existing Trustee, Katy Sparrow Robins, who will be moving into the Co-Chair role in March 2024.

This is a really exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the CIO as we grow to have national impact.

The Co-Chairs provide leadership to the charity and its board, ensuring that the CIO has maximum impact for its beneficiaries. They are responsible for board management, support to individual trustees and support to the CEO, facilitating scrutiny of Family Volunteering Club’s strategic direction, values, policies, and operational efficiency. The Co-Chairs also play an active role in representing the organisation to a range of internal and external stakeholders. The Co-Chairs will work closely with the CEO to oversee the governance of the charity, guide the development and growth of the organisation and have an overview of strategy and finance. It is important in line with the values of the organisation, that we retain a strong sense of democracy and inclusion in how the charity operates at a board level, and the Co-Chairs will help ensure this.

About the post

UNA-UK is looking for an outstanding individual who can help the charity improve its ability to respond to the challenging funding environment and increasingly unpredictable global context. The UNA-UK Board is looking to ensure that it has the skills, experience, contacts and diversity needed to sustain UNA-UK. 

The past few years have seen our operating environment change drastically, with unprecedented global turmoil and domestic political volatility. We are proud to have risen to the challenge, with a dynamic team, significant campaign wins and a strong medium-term financial position.  

As UNA-UK believes diversity is crucial to its success, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

The candidate

You will be passionate about the need for global cooperation and for institutions that are open, inclusive, accountable and effective. 

The Board is currently looking to appoint a Trustee who can support UNA-UK with their Financial and Accounting skills, to support our compliance and best practice procedures. 

Additionally, a Trustee should be able to demonstrate as many of the following as possible: 

• Understanding and commitment to UNA-UK and its objectives
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity Trustees and company directors
• Integrity and transparency
• The ability to make good, independent judgements
• The ability to think strategically, objectively and creatively
• The ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• A willingness to speak their mind, as well as to accept group decisions 

Duties

Trustees' primary duty is to ensure that the charity operates within its charitable remit and legislation pertaining to charities and companies in the UK and that it is well-managed with sufficient resources to deliver its objectives.

You will be expected to attend 4 yearly board meetings, and to review board papers prior to the meeting and contribute to the development of UNA-UK with your skills and experience. 

Please note that this is an unpaid position. 

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 25 November 2024 and interviews may be arranged at short notice. 

Please note that UNA-UK may reject an application if in UNA-UK’s view the candidate has not followed the application process as outlined in the candidate pack. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we can only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.

Please carefully read the candidate pack here for eligibility details and how to apply.

About Us

Islington Law Centre provides high quality, free, independent advice and legal representation to enable people to improve their lives; and seeks to influence law, policy and practice.

We work with people on low or no incomes, who could not afford to pay for a lawyer.

Our passion is fighting poverty in Islington and beyond by giving specialist legal help to the most vulnerable people. We believe that access to justice is the cornerstone of any fair and equitable society.

What will you be doing?

Islington Law Centre is a charity providing free legal advice and casework in specialist areas of social welfare law. We advise on housing, immigration, welfare rights, education and debt and run an out-of-hours clinic for limited civil litigation matters for people who cannot afford a lawyer. 

Time Commitment:

• Mostly outside office hours, mainly at home
• Estimate of time needed: 0-5 hours / month
• We have 6 Trustee meetings per year.

What are we looking for?

1. For the Treasurer position - A qualified accountant or having skills in relation to issues set out under the Role description above.
2. Commitment to the organisation with willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to perform an effective role.
3. Strategic vision and ability to think creatively.
4. Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
5. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
6. Good, independent judgement.
7. Tact and diplomacy, impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences.
8. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Adherence to Nolan's seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership

What difference will you make?

Your life experience and professional skills can make a real difference to people accessing justice within Islington.

Joining our Board of Trustees may be your next challenge, helping you build your knowledge and skills.

You would be involved in a number of strategic decisions with the opportunity to deliver some specific project work from time to time.

Before you apply

Please send us a message on the Reach platform and we will send you a short application form to complete.

Trustees wanted: We are looking for four new trustees of the Social Research Association (SRA), to join a lively and positive governing group and help to guide an organisation passionately focused on the advancement of knowledge and professional best practice in the social research for the benefit of the public good.  With a new Chair of the Board and a new Chief Executive these are exciting times as we head towards our 50th anniversary in 2028. We are currently developing a new strategy to guide the expansion of activities and reach across all our social research communities. Of particular focus is our efforts to improve the accessibility and inclusivity of all aspects of the SRA’s activities and we are keen to make further progress in this area.

Who is the SRA? We promote high standards of social research through training courses, events, publications and other resources. SRA membership is open to all, and our 1,600+ members represent many sectors, research methods and approaches.

Who are we looking for? We welcome applications from across the social research community. In addition, so that the trustee body is effective, we would also like to hear applicants with expertise in Human Resources, marketing and communications or finance. We are keen to receive applications from all backgrounds, regions and career stages. You do not have to have prior trustee experience to apply. The SRA will provide an induction and are introducing a buddy system for new trustees and support trustee’s skills development through training.

What’s in it for you?  Being a trustee is rewarding and brings many benefits, especially to your professional development.  You will gain invaluable experience of strategy, governance and leadership, boosting your CV in the process.  You will work with other trustees, the Chair and Chief Executive to take decisions about the future of our organisation.  Through your membership of our Board, smaller sub-committees and working groups you will be focused on strategic issues facing our organisation and gain valuable experience of being a non-executive director to set strategy, to influence and negotiate and to understand and manage risk. You will promote transparency, accountability and fairness.  Above all you will have the satisfaction of contributing to our mission to improve knowledge and best practice in social research for the benefit of public good.

What does it involve? Trustees meet virtually six times a year, and you’ll be expected to attend these meetings, as well as our annual general meeting (usually another virtual meeting held in January). Board meetings focus on strategic rather than operational issues. Trustees are unpaid volunteers, whose positions are re-nominated every three years, to a maximum of six years. Expenses for meetings are reimbursed, where appropriate. Each trustee contributes their knowledge and experience to help the board reach sound decisions. This will involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, and providing views and advice on new initiatives or other issues. You’ll need to be aware of / learn about your legal responsibilities, and the need to act in accordance with Charity Commission guidance.

About Access Sport

We are a national charity with a vision that no one should be excluded from the transformational benefits of community sport.

We are on a mission to make inclusion the norm in community sport by tackling the access barriers faced by disadvantaged and disabled young people, focusing on the causes of exclusion not just the symptoms.

The benefits we focus on are:

• Physical and mental health and well-being

• Personal development including life skills and prospects • Sense of belonging

• Community engagement.

What we do

We do this by training, equipping, and supporting community sports clubs, organisations and volunteers to provide inclusive programmes.

This work is either place based, Changing Places, or sport focused, Changing Sports. All the clubs we support are invited to join our Inclusive Club Network. We then use the expertise gained through this work to effect system change.

In 2023-24, we engaged over 20,000 underserved young people, with a strong representation from ethnically diverse communities, girls and previously inactive young people.

Our 20th anniversary annual review is a fantastic summary of our impact on young lives - as on website

Our Vision and Mission

What is the problem we are addressing?

Despite its proven individual and societal benefits, investment in and access to inclusive community sport and physical activity remains inadequate, with disadvantaged and disabled young people amongst the worst affected.

What is the scale of the problem?

In 2024, over four million young people currently live in poverty. Too many young people remain unable to access the life-changing benefits of community sport.

Only 47 percent of all children and young people currently meet the Chief Medical Officer’s physical activity guidelines2 and 82 percent of parents and carers are concerned about the cost of living increases on their family.

Poverty and reduced activity are also exacerbated for disabled young people with 69 percent reducing how active they are due to the cost of living crisis.

Growth Strategy

Formed in 2004, we have grown organically over time, working across multiple locations and sports, forming exciting partnerships and establishing a reputation as highly respected leaders in sport for development.

Published in 2022, Stand for Inclusion set out an ambitious growth strategy for the charity, taking our tried and tested offers to new locations and working across more sports.

The strategy aimed to communicate who we are, what we do, why we do it, as well as how we plan to scale up our work to support more disadvantaged and disabled young people.

Since the launch of Stand for Inclusion, we’ve seen unparalleled growth across the charity and are on track to achieve our goal of supporting 50,000 young people per annum by 2027.

In the last year, we have made a transformational impact on communities across the country, supporting 523 community clubs and upskilling 2,242 coaches, volunteers and Young Leaders.

We have also worked with national sporting organisations to create sector wide change, with an emphasis on making community sport a priority for the future so that together we can collaboratively address societal inequalities.

In 2024, we launched our new Manifesto for Change which sets out five ways the sector can better support underserved young people through inclusive community sport.

Our new Chair will support our Senior Leadership Team to achieve the targets set in our strategy and begin the process of creating a new strategy for 2027 and beyond. See Growth strategy on our website 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Our 2022 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategy sets out our commitment to create a more inclusive society and workplace.

Focusing on 2022-2025, this strategy sets out how we can create a strong foundation of inclusivity with a view to developing our long term EDI strategy from 2025, a project our new chair will be integral to.

Our approach to EDI goes beyond just meeting the expectations of the Equality Act 2010. It puts it at the heart of everything we do.

As an organisation, we work to address the systemic inequalities that prevent equal access to sport and physical activity.

We also strive to create an inclusive culture where our trustees, staff and volunteers feel they belong and where differences are valued.

We lead by example through sharing our learnings and listening to the community organisations we work with.

Our EDI objectives:

• Build an inclusive culture where our staff, volunteers and trustees belong, feel valued and can reach their full potential

• Use our voice to demonstrate solidarity, reduce inequalities and promote inclusion

• Cultivate an inclusive movement through our projects, increasing our engagement with diverse communities to better understand and address the barriers to accessing sport and physical activity

• Train our staff and volunteers to create a culture of ongoing learning.

Governance

Our board

The board has up to twelve trustees and meets four times a year in London or virtually.

The role of the board is to:

• Be accountable for the strategic direction of the charity

• Protect the financial stability of the charity

• Ensure compliance with governance legislation and strive for best practice

• Safeguard our reputation and values

• Guide and test the decision-making of the executive leadership.

The current board is a group of individuals with a range of skills and experience from across sport, finance, law, academia and business.

The board members are expected to sit on board committees and all trustees are expected to play an active role in providing constructive support and challenge to staff and draw on their specialist expertise to support different aspects of our work.

We have the following committees:

• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

• Finance and Audit

• Income Generation

• Nominations.

Our staff

We have a dedicated and committed team of 50 staff.

The Senior Leadership Team is composed as follows:

Helen Rowbotham Chief Executive Officer

Hayley Barton Delivery and Impact Director

Nia Rowlands Finance Director

Sue Wheeler Administration Director

Tom Dixon Fundraising and Communications Director 

Finances

We utilise a unique and proven delivery model of investing in locally owned resources, creating sustainable community assets. This allows impact to continue to grow exponentially, creating long term benefits for the entire community.

We receive income from a broad and well-balanced range of sources. Our new fundraising strategy introduced in 2022 was aligned with our growth strategy and focuses on diversifying income generation. This approach has increased the financial stability of the organisation and supported growth in line with our ambitions.

2023-24 was a very successful year where we exceeded our target to grow income to £2.5m (ending the year on £2,591,602), a 39 percent increase on 2022-23 (£1,864,566).

Funding permitting, we seek to grow our impact further over the coming years, reaching more disabled and disabled young people and achieving an even bigger impact in those communities we already work in.

How We Fund Our Work:

Charities and other not-for-profit entities 9%

Corporations 11%

Events  8%

Government and Lottery 25%

Trusts and Foundations 41%

Individuals 6%

Role of the Chair

The Chair will hold the board and Senior Leadership Team accountable for the charity’s mission and vision, provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, and ensure that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.

The Chair will also support and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive and ensure that the board functions as a unit and works closely with the Senior Leadership Team to achieve agreed objectives. In partnership with the Chief Executive, they will act as an ambassador and be the public face of the charity.

Their principal responsibilities include strategic leadership, governance, income generation and external relations, efficiency and effectiveness, and maintaining positive relationships.

Remuneration

Voluntary, though expenses for travel may be claimed.

Time commitment

Two to three days per month, including four board meetings per year and ongoing work with trustees and the Senior Leadership Team in between each meeting.

Reporting to

The Board of Trustees.

Term

Four years, with the option to renew for another four-year term by mutual agreement.

The role of Chair will also entail the following responsibilities:

Strategic leadership

Provide leadership to the board and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring we have maximum impact on our beneficiaries.

Monitor the performance and impact of the trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities.

Provide leadership for the board in its role of setting a clear strategic direction.

Responsibility for the board fulfilling its duties to maintain our sound financial health, with systems in place to allow financial accountability.

Governance

Responsibility for governance arrangements working most effectively.

Encouraging positive change and, where appropriate, addressing and resolving any conflicts within the board.

Annual appraisals of the CEO and trustees.

In consultation with the other trustees, appoint members of the board.

Income generation and external relations

Support income generation efforts and secure necessary resources to achieve our goals.

Support the management team with the maintenance of close relationships with key funders and partners.

Act as an ambassador for the cause and the charity.

Facilitate change and address any potential conflict with external stakeholders.

Efficiency and effectiveness

Chair meetings of the board of trustees effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process.

Fully engage with trustees and our wider network to ensure decisions taken are in the best, long-term interests of the charity and that the board are taking collective ownership.

Relationships with the Chief Executive and the wider management team

Establish and build a strong, effective and constructive working relationship with the Chief Executive, as they are held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives. 

Person Specification

We are enthusiastic for applications from a broad range of individuals and to consider various professional backgrounds for the role.

Although there is a preference for those with experience gained in the charitable sector, we encourage applications from those who may be less familiar with this sector, but who would offer the requisite skills to chair and a passion for community sport and inclusivity.

In addition to the qualities required of a trustee, the Chair must also meet the following requirements:

Personal qualities

Demonstrate a strong and visible commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives, mission and values.

Low-ego, consensus-oriented, and diplomatic approach to chairing, with the ability to listen and engage effectively.

Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity.

Willingness to support in charitable fundraising.

Ability to foster and promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours.

Experience

Experience operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation.

Experience in charity governance and working with or as part of a board of trustees.

Experience in chairing meetings and events.

Knowledge and skills

Broad knowledge and understanding of the Civil Society (charity) sector and current issues affecting it.

Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate staff and volunteers and bring people together.

Good understanding of charity governance and finance issues.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter, detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification using the link below, quoting reference 7596. The deadline for applications is Monday 25 November 9am GMT.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to becoming Disability Confident and an employer of choice irrespective of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and age. We are actively seeking to diversify and create a workplace that is welcoming for all, ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society and the communities we support.

The Chair (and board members) will serve a four-year term, with an option for a second four-year term if mutually agreed.

The role is based in London and is non-remunerated.

Perrett Laver will conduct an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. Longlisted candidates will be invited to interview with Perrett Laver in early December and the Nominations Committee will subsequently meet to decide upon a final shortlist for the post in mid-December, following which, interviews with Access Sport will take place in mid and late January. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Accessibility statement

To confidentially get in touch, or for advice on your application please email, George Hourmouzios.

Should you require access to these documents in alternative formats, please contact, Mandy Wedgwood.

If you have comments that would support us in improving access to documentation, or our application processes more generally, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Perrett Laver’s GDPR policy

Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in.

Perrett Laver is a data controller and a data processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is ‘legitimate interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to data protection and privacy, please visit our website.

Call for Applications for New Trustees

Safe Passage International is looking for people to join our Board of Trustees who are passionate about our mission to champion safe passage for people seeking asylum.

We would particularly welcome applications from people who have lived (personal) experience of having to leave their home and cross borders in search of asylum and from people from Black, Asian, and other Minoritised Ethnic communities.

We are particularly seeking expertise in the following areas:

• UK and, international / EU law and public policies on the subject of asylum-seeking and immigration.

Safe Passage International has offices in the UK, France, and Greece, and we welcome international applicants with the expertise we require.

Whether you have been a Trustee before or are considering a Trustee role for the first time, we want to hear from you!

About Safe Passage International

Safe Passage International (SPI) is a charity that champions the rights of people seeking asylum and displaced people as they flee persecution. We use the law to help them access safe routes to a place of safety and we work alongside them to campaign for change and build public support for safe passage for all.

We have a particular focus on supporting unaccompanied children and young people to reunite with family and reach protection in Europe, although we also work with adults and family groups too.

We are based in the UK, with small offices also in France and Greece. These offices are locally registered not for profit companies who are part of Safe Passage International, overseen by the international UK Board of Trustees.

 Safe Passage International advances its mission through five main strands of work:

• providing legal advice to asylum-seekers and their family members to help them be safely and legally reunited;

• holding governments and decision-makers to account on their legal obligations to people seeking asylum;

• campaigning and advocacy with policy makers in Government, Parliament, and other authorities to provide safe and legal routes for people seeking asylum;

• helping young people seeking asylum to settle upon arrival and working with them to campaign on issues that they are passionate about;

• Improving public awareness of the need for safe routes.

How to apply

Please read the role description linked below for full information about becoming a Safe Passage Trustee and how to apply for this opportunity.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 20th November 2024 at 11.59 pm

Interview Date: Wednesday, 4th December 2024

Help us make people’s experience of homeless temporary accommodation short, safe and healthy.

The Treasurer will support the Board to oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice, the

Constitution and legal requirements, and report to the Board at regular intervals about the financial position of the charity.

The Treasurer will ensure that effective financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and are appropriate

for the charity. (Despite this all trustees are jointly and severally responsible for the administration of the charity).

Main responsibilities:

• To support the Board to oversee and to ensure appropriate presentation of budgets, accounts, management accounts and financial statements.
• To ensure appropriate presentation of accounts and records, ensuring that financial resources are spent in accordance with the charity’s policies, good governance, legal and regulatory requirements.

Main duties:

• Liaising, where applicable with the CEO (or other appropriate member of staff).
• Supporting the Board to monitor the financial viability of the charity.
• Creating in conjunction with relevant senior staff sound financial instruments for the control of charity assets.
• Ensuring that staff create sound financial instruments for the control of charity assets.
• Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s Strategic Plan.
• Ensuring that the annual accounts are compliant with the current charities’ SORP.
• Ensuring close working relationships with the internal audit team and Committees of the Board.
• Ensuring that sound financial management is maintained and ensuring expenditure is in line with the charity’s objects.
• Acting as a counter signatory on charity cheques and any applications and receipts of funding (if necessary or mandated).

Join SUNSHINE and Make a BIG Impact!

We are SUNSHINE, an inspiring brand new start-up grassroots community charity with a mission to make a BIG impact. Our aim is to bring people together, spread happiness, and nurture community spirit through 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.

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 Treasurer/Accountant, who will manage our financial management and controls and ensure our resources are used effectively to achieve our mission.

As the Treasurer/Accountant, you will play a crucial role in our transformative mission. Your role will involve:

• Financial Steward: Manage and oversee the financial affairs of our charity, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Budget Planner: Develop and monitor budgets, providing financial reports and insights to guide our strategic decisions.
• Resource Manager: Ensure our resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support our initiatives.
• Compliance Officer: Ensure we comply with all financial regulations and legal requirements.
• Strategic Partner: Work closely with the board and leadership team to align our financial strategy with our mission and goals.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Financial Expertise: You have experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Analytical Mind: You possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• 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