Trustee with financial experience to join prestigious local charity
Citizens Advice South Worcestershire
Location
Malvern, Worcestershire | United Kingdom
Job description
Working as part of the Board you will set policy and strategic direction, set targets and evaluate the performance of Citizens Advice South Worcestershire.
What will you be doing?
As part of your role you will
- ensure that all the finances and supporting financial control systems of the local Citizens Advice are in order including that full financial records are kept for all transactions, that money is only spent for the purpose given, and that proper financial controls are in place to safeguard the organisation’s resources
- monitor the financial position of the local Citizens Advice ensuring that it operates within its means and objectives, ensuring that there are clear lines of accountability for day to day financial management
- seek the views of all sections of the community and monitor how well the service meets the needs of the local community
- ensure that the service plans for the recruitment and turnover of staff and volunteers
- review its own work and how effectively it operates including action for improvement
- work on specific projects with other trustees and staff to further the strategic objectives and take an active discussion during board meetings
What are we looking
for?
We are seeking applicants with financial experience who will be able to oversee the financial management of the organisation. Experience in an executive/board role would be desirable to facilitate effective discussion and progress when working with the board of trustees.
What difference will you make?
The role of trustee is vital for the ongoing success of your local Citizens Advice. in this role you will
- make a positive impact for people in your local area by ensuring the local Citizens Advice is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community
- meet people and build relationships with trustees, staff and other volunteers
- build on your governance, leadership and strategy skills
- increase your employability
Causes
Organisation type:
Charity
We give advice to millions of people to help them find a way forward. We believe no one should have to face problems without good quality independent advice. We give people the knowledge and...
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