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We are delighted to ask for expressions of interest from the membership for the role of Â鶹ÒùÔº Treasurer. From 1 January 2027, Â鶹ÒùԺ’s governance structure is changing, there will be an initial ten trustee roles, and this role is a member of the trustee board. Diana Burton is the current Treasurer and has indicated an intention to stand for a second term but this does not preclude another candidate putting themselves forward. Should it be required, handover will take place during 2027, prior to the successful candidate assuming the role. The term runs from 1 January 2028 – 31 December 2031.

The main duties of the role include:

• Provide strategic leadership through contributing to the oversight of the Â鶹ÒùÔº strategic plan and through effective decision making
• Ensure good governance by fulfilling the legal duties of the trustee, acting in the best interests of Â鶹ÒùÔº, including overseeing financial sustainability, risk management, compliance, and fulfilling duties as an employer.
• In collaboration with senior office staff, overseeing, approving, and presenting budgets, accounts, financial statements, and financial reports to the Board of Trustees
• Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs and are within Â鶹ÒùԺ’s charitable objectives.
• Being instrumental in the development and implementation of appropriate financial, reserves policy and investment policies
• Through their role as Chair of Finance and Operations Committee, ensuring good practice in the oversight and support of Â鶹ÒùԺ’s office staff
• Through the role as Chair of Finance and Operations Committee, ensuring Â鶹ÒùÔº staffing policies are up to date
• Sitting on the CEO review panel
• Work well with the Â鶹ÒùÔº professional office, in particular the Finance and Governance Manager and the CEO.

To apply

Please complete the application through clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page. The application consists of three questions, and a short CV and references must be provided.

Due to the importance of the position, Â鶹ÒùÔº reserve the right to hold a shortlisting and interview process, this will be led by the Â鶹ÒùÔº Chief Executive, relevant office staff, and senior members of Â鶹ÒùÔº Council. For these purposes, the application detailed. including the CV and the role description will be the basis for deliberations. It is intended interviews are held in the week of 1 September.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Monday 27^th July 2026.

Candidates who are attending the Â鶹ÒùÔº conference will be invited to a lunchtime meet & greet session with conference delegates.

Candidates taken to election will be asked to film a short c.2-minute video outlining skills and experience to assist members with their vote.

For any queries, or should you require the application or information in a different format, please contact [email protected]

Timetable

Eligibility and Time Commitment

The Â鶹ÒùÔº Treasurer must have current or very recent experience (c.12 months) of Â鶹ÒùԺ’s Finance & Operations Committee, Risk Assessment & Audit Committee, or Â鶹ÒùÔº Council. Trustee role descriptions can be found here. Further information on Â鶹ÒùԺ’s Governance can be found on this page.

To be eligible to stand, candidates must be members of Â鶹ÒùÔº at the time of application and remain so for the duration of their term. Candidates must not be ineligible to stand as according to the laws and regulations as set out by the Charity Commission and Companies House.

There are six trustee meetings per year: January (Â鶹ÒùÔº office, London), May (conference programming), June (overnight strategic away day), July (virtual), September (held at Â鶹ÒùÔº conference), November (Â鶹ÒùÔº office, combined with AGM event). The Treasurer also chairs Â鶹ÒùԺ’s Finance & Operations Committee, which meets three times per year (ordinarily two virtually, one in person). The time commitment is c.17 days per year. Full expenses are paid in line with Â鶹ÒùÔº policies. Â鶹ÒùÔº does not normally run hybrid meetings so a commitment to attend these in person unless otherwise stated is essential.

As part of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, we welcome applications from members from groups currently underrepresented in our governance. We are committed to addressing structural inequalities and ensuring our leadership reflects the diversity of the Â鶹ÒùÔº community. We recognise diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences strengthen the effectiveness of our governance.