UNLIMIT HEALTH

Application packTreasurer of theBoard of TrusteesImage by: William Mgobela/Unlimit HealthContentsForewardOur valuesWhat we doEliminating Neglected Tropical DiseasesOur programmesOur impactPersonal specificationTo apply345678911Thank you for your interest in becoming theTreasurer of the Board of Trustees at Unlimit HealthUnlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease. We workclosely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventableinfections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease.Our vision is for resilient systems that sustain good health, so everyone everywhere can reachtheir full potential.This is a particularly exciting time for us, as we embark on our new operational strategy todeliver our work in support of disease elimination, strengthening of health systems andhelping to improve health equity.We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual or individuals with global healthexperience to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer .The Treasurer will play a pivotal leadership role in guiding the organisation's efforts towardssustainably tackling neglected tropical diseases to achieve health equity. This role is crucial inshaping our strategic direction, ensuring effective governance, compliance andfinancialmanagement, and fostering collaboration among trustees and high level stakeholders. Weencourage applications from individuals from countries endemic for NTDs.Day-to-day life at Unlimit Health is fast-paced but fun. We place great importance and valueon working respectfully within the team and in partnership with our partners globally. If youhave the skills and experience we are looking for and share our vision and values, then wewould love to hear from you.With best wishes,Dr. Wendy Harrison, CEOAbout Unlimit Health: Our valuesEquitableInclusiveTransparentWe challenge inequity andstrive toward a fairdistribution of power andresources globally. Weunderstand that ill health isrooted in social andeconomic inequity andinjustice.We respect people’sdifferences, recognising theimportance of differentperspectives and experiences,applying the principles ofcompassion and dignity. Weunderstand that having variedperspectives and experiencesis essential to achieving ourmission.We are transparent in ourdecision making and ouractions and ensure thatdecisions are informed bycredible evidence. Weacknowledge the fundamentalrole or transparency inengendering trust,collaboration, andaccountability.Our main area of focus is the elimination of schistosomiasis and soil-transmittedhelminthiases (intestinal worms). Endemic infections of these parasitic worms are foundin some of the world’s most marginalised communities, and they can have a hugelydetrimental effect on individuals, including:Reduced productivityInternal organ damageImpaired child developmentReduced school attendanceIncreased risk of HIV in womenInfertilityOur work includes:Evidence-based disease elimination supportCross-sectoral health systems strengtheningBuilding collaborative partnershipsWhat we doImage by: Indrias Getachew/ Unlimit HealthApproaches to tackling NTDs have focused on disease control in order to reduce prevalence and severityof infections. More recently, there has been a significant shift in global targets and consequently in NTDprogrammes, including for schistosomiasis, towards sustaining the impact of control programmes andachieving elimination. But this means placing cross-cutting approaches and country ownership at theheart of everything we do.Cross cutting approaches: NTDs are caused by, and can be best tackled through, multiple pathways,interventions and sectors, including water, sanitation, environment, behaviour, vector control andveterinary public health.Championing country ownershipTo achieve long term elimination it is evident that health programmes must shift away from verticalfunding and planning, and towards country ownership. Championing country ownership must thereforefocus on:Partnership: building trust, valuing diverse perspectives, and investing in local health systemsAlignment: being agile and avoiding setting up parallel structures in-country that may underminecountry ownership, infrastructure, and decision makingBuilding expertise: lending technical expertise to enable rapid progress in-country.Our strategyYou can explore our strategy on our website or download it directly:Download English versionTélécharger la version françaiseEliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)Image by: Abdul Said/Unlimit HealthADOPTPraziquantel is the drug of choice to treat schistosomiasis, but it is unsuitable for thetreatment of pre-school aged children (under 6 years of age) due to its size and bitter taste.This leads to an estimated 50 million children currently going untreated.Unlimit Health leadsthe Access Team within the Pediatric Praziquantel Consortium (PPC), focusing on ensuringaccess to and delivery of a new pediatric treatment in endemic countries. Learn more.FGS prevention in Côte d'IvoireFemale genital schistosomiasis (FGS) is a neglectedgynaecological condition affecting 56million women andgirls across Africa. Without treatment, FGS can lead tocomplicationsincluding reproductive organ damage and infertility. It’s also now associated with an increasedsusceptibility to HIV. FGS poses a risk to women in Côte d’Ivoire as Schistosoma haematobium,the parasite responsible for this infection, remains high in some locations.Following asuccessful pilot programme, we are working with the Ministry of Health (MoH) to scale up FGSprevention services across two districts using a combined health centre and communityoutreach approach. Learn more.WASH in UgandaSince July 2020 we've been working on a community-led project to reduce schistosomiasis(SCH) risk and improve water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Kamuli district,Eastern Uganda. Our project partners are currently working to deliver key water supply,sanitation, and health promotion interventions identified in the community action plans of thethree communities that participated in the pilot. Learn more.For full details of our current programmes please visit our website.Our programmesImage by:Caroline Pensotti/Unlimit HealthOur impactSince 2015, Mauritania’s National NTD Programme has receivedtechnical and financial support from Unlimit Health in the fightagainst schistosomiasis. This commendable support has made itpossible to significantly reduce the morbidity and complicationsassociated with this parasitic disease among the vulnerablepopulations of our country living in poverty-stricken areas.Dr Baro AbbassEpidemiologist and Head of the NTD Programme,Ministry of Health, MauritaniaWe've received over £1 millionin donations from individuals,many through the EffectiveAltruism movement.Our ‘Worms can run’ campaignraised £200,000 to fund Malawi’sadoption of geostatistical impactassessments, so that treatmentcan be targeted to those who needit most .Unlimit Health has opened the scope of support for otherparasitic diseases. It is now easier for the programme towork with this kind of support. The country has alreadytaken some ownership of the programme because we areinvolved in activities from the very beginning, including thedevelopment of proposals and planning.Dr Shaali Makame AmeNTD Programme ManagerMinistry of Health, Zanzibar Key responsibilitiesLeadership and governanceProvide strategic financial leadership to the Board, ensuring financial perspectives are integrated into all aspects of Unlimit Health’s work.Support the Co-Chairs in ensuring the Board operates effectively, with sound financial oversight and inclusive decision-making.Ensure compliance with financial regulations and charity law in all jurisdictions where Unlimit Health operates.Liaise with external auditors to discuss audit findings and recommendations as requiredStrategic planning and implementationContribute to the development and review of the charity’s long-term strategy, ensuring financial sustainability is embedded acrossprogrammes and partnerships.Advise on the financial implications of strategic initiatives, particularly those affecting endemic country partners.Sustainability, compliance and financial oversightLead the Board’s oversight of financial health, risk management, and internal controls.Chair the Finance Risk and Audit Committee, ensuring robust financial reporting and accountability.Ensure Unlimit Health maintains appropriate financial systems and policies that reflect the contexts in which it operates.Advocacy, stakeholder engagement and fundraisingSupport the organisation’s commitment to global equity by advocating for responsible financial practices that empower endemic countryleadership.Use professional networks to support fundraising efforts and strengthen financial partnerships.Engage with donors, partners, and stakeholders to promote transparency and trust in Unlimit Health’s financial stewardship.Treasurer of the Board of TrusteesPerson specification:   Skills and qualificationsDemonstrable experience in senior financial leadership, ideally as a trustee, CFO, or finance director within a charity,international development organisation, or public health institution.Strong understanding of charity finance, governance, and regulatory frameworks in the UK and internationally.Commitment to sustainability, equity, and ethical financial practices, with sensitivity to the needs and perspectives ofendemic country partners.Experience in strategic financial planning, risk management, and organisational development.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and contribute to effective Board decision-making.Understanding of fundraising and donor engagement from a financial perspective is desirable.Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is preferred but not essential.Unlimit Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, especiallythose with experience living or working in sub-Saharan Africa or with an understanding of the region's challenges.RemunerationBoard meetings are held four times a year during the working day. We welcomeapplications from people based outside the UK who can join meetings online butrequire that all trustees would be able to attend at least one ‘in person’ meeting inLondon each year. Unlimit Health is committed to creating a diverse board and willwork to facilitate specific needs of individuals if required. The time commitment isapprox. 1.5 – 2 days per month.Time commitmentImage by: Malaika Media/Unlimit HealthThree years, with possibility to extend by another three years.Applicants must be eligible to serve as trustees of a UK-based charity (see Charity Commission).Terms of officeAs a charity, this role is unpaid and voluntary. However, all reasonable expenses relatedto the role will be reimbursed in accordance with the charity's expenses policy.To applyWe invite interested candidates to submit a letter of interest, along with a current CV,to Justine Frain:j.frain@unlimithealth.orgShould you require further information about the role, please do not hesitate to includeany requests in your correspondence.Application deadlinePlease submit your application by: 5 January 2026thSuccessful applicants will be contacted for discussions, which will be scheduledon 12 and 23 January 2026rd