Treasurer for Board - London, United Kingdom - Child Rights International Network (CRIN)

Child Rights International Network (CRIN)
Child Rights International Network (CRIN)
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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Vacancy:

Child rights NGO seeks Treasurer for Board**:

About us:


Child Rights International Network (CRIN) is a creative think tank that produces new and dynamic perspectives on human rights issues, with a focus on children's rights.

We challenge the status quo because the norms that dictate children's place in society need radical change.

We press for rights - not charity - and campaign for a genuine shift in how governments and societies view and treat children.

Through research, artwork and our vision for the future, we encourage people to think critically about the world.


About the role:


Overall

  • Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
  • Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place.
  • Monitor and report on the financial health of the organisation.
  • Oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits.

Specifically

  • Liaise with relevant staff and Council members to ensure CRIN's financial viability.
  • Make fellow Council members aware of their financial obligations and take a lead in interpreting financial data to them.
  • Oversee the production of an annual budget and propose its adoption at the last meeting of the previous financial year.
  • Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures and controls are in place.
  • Appraise the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies.
  • Lead on appointing and liaising with auditors/an independent examiner.

Qualities

  • Commitment to the values and principles of the organisation as set out in our Code is essential.
  • Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising finance practice relevant to voluntary and community organisations.
  • Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (as necessary).
  • Good financial analysis skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly.

Time commitment

  • Four quarterly Council meetings.
  • One annual away day meeting (tbc, dependent on travel feasibility).
  • Ad hoc support to staff.

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