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Volunteer Finance trustee to support strategic growth in charity transforming school inclusion
Skills
Education PolicyFinanceFinancial OversightFinancial PoliciesFinancial Risk ManagementFundraisingInstrumental Application Monitoring
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Proven experience in finance or accounting with a strong understanding of financial management budgeting and strategic oversight.
- Ability to think strategically about financial risks and opportunities supporting the charity’s long-term goals and growth.
- Skill in translating complex financial information into understandable terms for non-financial board members.
- Passion for improving school inclusion and supporting vulnerable children with a strong alignment to the charity’s values and mission.
- Experience in advising on financial policies and controls with a proactive approach to addressing financial challenges.
- A commitment to equity diversity and inclusion bringing diverse perspectives to the board’s decision-making process.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of charity finance
- Experience in the charity sector
- Willingness to learn
- Lived experience of challenges faced by the children we support
Day to day
- Play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction and financial sustainability of The Difference.
- Directly support the mission to transform school inclusion and reduce educational inequality for vulnerable children.
- Ensure financial health by advising on key decisions.
- Help the charity expand its impact and reach more children in need.
- Influence national education policy.
- Secure the future of the charity and its life-changing work.
- Sit on key committees such as Remuneration and Finance & Risk Committees.