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Board Treasurer - Eating Better
Non-profit - Volunteer
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Full Time
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Job Description
This is an opportunity to join Eating Better's Board of Trustees as our Treasurer, contributing to the charity's good governance, development, financial planning and the smooth running of the Eating Better alliance.
What will you be doing?
Eating Better is a UK-based NGO alliance of over 70 environmental, animal welfare, farming, public health and social justice organisations. Our vision is for everyone in the UK to eat nourishing and affordable food; with more plants and less and better meat and dairy, produced in a way to benefit people, animals and the planet.
We are a registered charity (no.1175669) governed by the Board of Trustees. We receive funding support from alliance members, trusts and foundations and individuals.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are keen to increase the diversity of our board, and welcome applications from under-represented groups including, but not limited to, people of colour, LGBTQIA+, different age groups and people with disabilities. We have created a Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) framework and we know this journey needs to start within our team and our Board of Trustees.
If you have not sat on a Board before, we will support you to get established in the role. We see recruitment for the Treasurer as a real opportunity to welcome someone from outside the sector, from an under-represented group, or with unusual experience or background. We will make necessary adjustments to make the recruitment process equally accessible to everyone, so please ask us if you feel there is a barrier to your application.
Role Responsibilities
• Ensure, together with the Executive Director and Chair, the financial stability and development of the Charity - in particular by advising the Board to adopt the Annual Budget, as well as monitoring regular financial reporting
• Ensure the financial affairs of Eating Better are conducted within legal requirements, accounting conventions and good practice
• Review and approve budgets and cashflow projections with the Executive Director on a quarterly basis
Main Duties
• Ensure the board fulfils its financial responsibilities as a charity
• Ensure proper systems exist for budgeting, financial control, insurance, and reporting
• With the Executive Director, keep board members informed on finances of Eating Better by written report, at least on a quarterly basis
• Chair the Finance sub committee
• Communicate with relevant staff and other board members so as to maintain a clear picture of the financial health of Eating Better
• Ensure compliance and regulations requirements as appropriate
• Ensure financial reports are comprehensible and properly discussed
• Ensure financial reports are provided in the proper format and at the proper time, as required by other bodies in law
• Ensure the appointment of auditors or independent examiners
• Provide a financial report to members on an annual basis
• Ensure the board develops a long-term financial strategy for Eating Better with objectives which can be monitored
• Monitor progress in budget implementation
• Ensure appropriate financial goals are set for the resources available to Eating Better
Term of service
We would ask for a commitment to serve as Treasurer for three years, with the possibility of future renewal by mutual agreement.
What are we looking for?
The person
We are looking for someone with the experience to help guide our financial operations and support our mission to achieve a transition to a healthier, fairer and more sustainable food system. If you are passionate about food and how it connects public health, animal welfare and the health of our planet, consider joining our unique alliance to help us make real change.
Qualities
Key
• Experience in financial accounting and reporting procedures
• Strategic financial planning skills, ideally with charity or NGO sector experience
• Understanding of organisational management
• Ability to communicate financial information to those who may have little or no financial background
Desirable
• Experience of alliance/membership function and culture
• Trusts and foundations fundraising experience
• Personal interest in sustainable diets
Personal attributes
Our Trustees value teamwork and friendly collaboration where everyone's voice is heard.
• Organised, prepared and responsive
• Committed to the time requirement for the role and able to commit to attending most meetings
• Generous with their expertise and networks to support Eating Better's work
What difference will you make?
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the charity's good governance, development, financial planning and management and support the Chair, Trustees and Executive Director.
Benefits of the role for trustees
• You will contribute to the mission of the alliance
• You will gain strategic, governance experience through overseeing the organisation
• You will expand professional networks
What will you be doing?
Eating Better is a UK-based NGO alliance of over 70 environmental, animal welfare, farming, public health and social justice organisations. Our vision is for everyone in the UK to eat nourishing and affordable food; with more plants and less and better meat and dairy, produced in a way to benefit people, animals and the planet.
We are a registered charity (no.1175669) governed by the Board of Trustees. We receive funding support from alliance members, trusts and foundations and individuals.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are keen to increase the diversity of our board, and welcome applications from under-represented groups including, but not limited to, people of colour, LGBTQIA+, different age groups and people with disabilities. We have created a Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) framework and we know this journey needs to start within our team and our Board of Trustees.
If you have not sat on a Board before, we will support you to get established in the role. We see recruitment for the Treasurer as a real opportunity to welcome someone from outside the sector, from an under-represented group, or with unusual experience or background. We will make necessary adjustments to make the recruitment process equally accessible to everyone, so please ask us if you feel there is a barrier to your application.
Role Responsibilities
• Ensure, together with the Executive Director and Chair, the financial stability and development of the Charity - in particular by advising the Board to adopt the Annual Budget, as well as monitoring regular financial reporting
• Ensure the financial affairs of Eating Better are conducted within legal requirements, accounting conventions and good practice
• Review and approve budgets and cashflow projections with the Executive Director on a quarterly basis
Main Duties
• Ensure the board fulfils its financial responsibilities as a charity
• Ensure proper systems exist for budgeting, financial control, insurance, and reporting
• With the Executive Director, keep board members informed on finances of Eating Better by written report, at least on a quarterly basis
• Chair the Finance sub committee
• Communicate with relevant staff and other board members so as to maintain a clear picture of the financial health of Eating Better
• Ensure compliance and regulations requirements as appropriate
• Ensure financial reports are comprehensible and properly discussed
• Ensure financial reports are provided in the proper format and at the proper time, as required by other bodies in law
• Ensure the appointment of auditors or independent examiners
• Provide a financial report to members on an annual basis
• Ensure the board develops a long-term financial strategy for Eating Better with objectives which can be monitored
• Monitor progress in budget implementation
• Ensure appropriate financial goals are set for the resources available to Eating Better
Term of service
We would ask for a commitment to serve as Treasurer for three years, with the possibility of future renewal by mutual agreement.
What are we looking for?
The person
We are looking for someone with the experience to help guide our financial operations and support our mission to achieve a transition to a healthier, fairer and more sustainable food system. If you are passionate about food and how it connects public health, animal welfare and the health of our planet, consider joining our unique alliance to help us make real change.
Qualities
Key
• Experience in financial accounting and reporting procedures
• Strategic financial planning skills, ideally with charity or NGO sector experience
• Understanding of organisational management
• Ability to communicate financial information to those who may have little or no financial background
Desirable
• Experience of alliance/membership function and culture
• Trusts and foundations fundraising experience
• Personal interest in sustainable diets
Personal attributes
Our Trustees value teamwork and friendly collaboration where everyone's voice is heard.
• Organised, prepared and responsive
• Committed to the time requirement for the role and able to commit to attending most meetings
• Generous with their expertise and networks to support Eating Better's work
What difference will you make?
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the charity's good governance, development, financial planning and management and support the Chair, Trustees and Executive Director.
Benefits of the role for trustees
• You will contribute to the mission of the alliance
• You will gain strategic, governance experience through overseeing the organisation
• You will expand professional networks
