Trustee, 2 roles (Treasurer and Chair/Co-Chair to the Board)

EQUATION NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

Hybrid

Full-time

Treasurer/Co-chair of Trustee Board

Location: Hybrid. Sub-group meetings are virtual whilst Board meetings are in person

Salary: Voluntary

Hours: Time Commitment per year includes:

4 x 1/4ly board meetings
4 x 1/4ly sub-group meetings
1 away day per year
Ad hoc work/communication

About the role

Are you passionate about tackling domestic abuse, reducing reoffending and creating safer communities? We’re looking for people who have this passion to join our Board of Trustees.

You will be joining the charity during an exciting period of growth and development and will have a key role in shaping the future direction of the organisation. Information about Equation can be found on our website – What We Do | Equation

What we’re looking for

We are looking for Trustees to join our Board and work with an existing team of 8 experienced Trustees. In particular, we’d welcome those with a Finance and/or Leadership background.

Equation currently have a Co-Chair arrangement which offers additional capacity, support and flexibility to the Board and the CEO. We would like to continue this arrangement but are open to applications for a Treasurer, Chair or someone who would prefer a Co-Chair arrangement.

Experience

An understanding of UK charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level
An ability to network and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience of chairing meetings.
Experience of managing, motivating, and developing people.
Strong experience of developing, deploying, and evaluating strategic plans with a view to maximising impact and benefit.
Experience of financial management and a broad understanding of charity finance issues

The Treasurer role will require the additional experience:

Prior experience as a Treasurer, Finance Manager or Accountant
Understanding of charity financial governance
Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
Ability to communicate complex financial information in an accessible manner

The Treasurer role will:

Provide strategic financial advice, support and challenge to the board and Chief Executive
Maintain an overview of the organisation’s financial function focusing on maintaining the organisation’s financial viability
Review quarterly management accounts and advise on their implications and any necessary actions
Represent and advise on all financial matters including the annual report and accounts
Work closely with the Chair, CEO and Head of Services to ensure the smooth financial running and continued financial health of the charity
Help to deliver the strategy, focusing on increasing impact and sustainability through strengthening and diversifying income streams and having a secure financial position

The Co-Chair role will:

Maintain and expand Equation’s strategic plan
Ensure compliance with the charities Articles of Association
Ensure compliance with the Charity Commission legal requirements
Provide leadership and governance support to the board and CEO
Ensure the board has the right policies and procedures in place to operate effectively and sustainably
Ensure the charity has the appropriate risk management procedures in place and that they are followed.

How to apply

Please complete the attached application form and send it to recruitment@equation.org.uk. For any questions about the role, please email admin@equation.org.uk. CVs cannot be accepted.

Closing date

Recruitment is ongoing until the right candidates have been found.

About us

Our goal is for everyone to have equal, healthy relationships free from domestic abuse. This is front and centre of everything we do. We run education programmes with young people in schools, training for professionals and behaviour change programmes, as well as raising awareness of where to get help and support. We also run a helpline and support services for men and LGBTQ+ people experiencing abuse living in Nottinghamshire.

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