An exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join a team with a proven record of positive community impact. We are recruiting a Finance Trustee to join the Board of Trustees to support our Charity's work. .
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Trustees for LDVG have responsibility for governance of the charity and overseeing the management and administration of the organisation, including financial monitoring and decision making. The Treasurer's role is to assist and advise the board in overseeing the finances, even if paid staff deal with much of the day-to-day financial business. Please refer to role description attached.
Time Commitment
The Board meets 6 times per year normally from 5pm to 7pm on 3rd Tuesday of every 2nd month. The Charity now has an interactive comms system which will allow for the occasional opportunity to join online.
There will, from time to time, be the opportunity for Trustees to join subgroups such as Fundraising, HR, Finance & Evaluation and Research which meet outwith the main Board meeting. Trustees are also expected to attend the AGM, which is normally held in the summer.
Communication between meetings usually takes place by e-mail, letter or occasional phone call.
Finance reports can be prepared at home.
More information available in the attached role profile.
We are looking for an individual keen to give back to their community at a strategic level.
An individual who is able to work both as part of a team and on their own initiative.
As Finance Trustee they need experience or in-depth knowledge of Charity sector finances- any income achieved is put towards the charity's objectives.
Reports can be prepared at home.
LDVG have a proven track record of positive community impact. Our Chair, Vice Chair,Finance Trustee and Trustees are integral to our ongoing success as they steer and guide our strategic direction.
We work with over 90 volunteers and have over 450 members who enjoy the benefits of being involved with our organisation. We offer a wide variety of services and activities, from our daily call line, our lunch clubs, our free handy person service, our various activity groups, to our community transport's shopping services and NHS community car support. The impact of our work is reflected in the awards we have won or been shortlisted for, and the strong partnerships we have made with our partner organisations.
This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and forward thinking team and to contribute to the ongoing success of a local charity making a big difference.
Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Chair and invited to attend an informal chat.
