Help us build a stronger and thriving fundraising community
If you are passionate about supporting fundraisers, championing fundraising as a career, and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion so that everyone feels part of our community — you might like to join us as our new Honorary Treasurer or as a new member of our Finance & Resources Committee.
We are seeking to appoint a new Honorary Treasurer at our 2024 Annual General Meeting. This is a critical role in the effective governance of our charity offering reassurance and guidance on all aspects of the charity’s financial management and reporting, controls, policies and risk management.
The Honorary Treasurer works closely with the Executive Director of Finance, People & Resources, overseeing budgets, accounts and the annual financial statements.
The Honorary Treasurer chairs the Chartered Institute’s Finance and Resources Committee which meets and least four times a year remotely and has delegated powers to act on behalf of the Board in matters relating to facilities, people and technology as well as finance.
The Treasurer will also be appointed as a member of the Board of Trustees. The CIOF has an active Board of Trustees which meets on a quarterly basis, both remotely and in person, to lead the organisation’s strategic planning and development. The Honorary Treasurer will be required to provide advice, assistance and information to the Board on their financial stewardship responsibilities. A full description of the Trustee role can be found at the end of this document.
This is a voluntary position (travel and subsistence expenses are paid).
We are planning a staged handover during the summer before appointment. During that time, the successful candidate will work with the Executive Director of Finance, Resources & People and outgoing Honorary Treasurer to obtain an overview of the role and responsibilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may contact Julie Court, Executive Director of Finance, People & Resources, for an informal chat about the role. To arrange this please email melissaa@ciof.org.uk
Please send your CV and brief note describing your suitability for the role to: melissaa@ciof.org.uk
Please let us know if the Chartered Institute of Fundraising can make any reasonable adjustments or adaptations to ensure that you can appropriately engage in this volunteering activity.
Deadline for applications is Wednesday 17 April 2024.
We are also looking to recruit new members of our Finance and Resources Committee.
Our Finance and Resources Committee is responsible for overseeing all of our finances, risks and resources to ensure the short and long-term viability of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and advises our Board of Trustees on those matters. The committee meets virtually four times a year and Is chaired by our Treasurer.
Role profile for committee members:
Time commitment: Currently four meetings a year (up to 3 hours for each plus preparation time)
Remuneration: The role is non-remunerated however reasonable out of pocket expenses will be paid
Location: Most meetings take place virtually over Zoom or Teams
Length of term: This is a three-year term, with the possibility of re-appointment for a further three-year term
Reporting to: Honorary Treasurer
Role profile:
- Knowledgeable about the fundraising sector
- Committed to ensure decisions made by the Committee are taken in the best, long-term interests of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising
- Contribute constructively to the Committee and develop effective relationships with other members of the Committee
- An ability to communicate effectively within meetings
- Good inter-personal and relationship building skills
- Ability to influence and persuade others in a constructive debate
- Ability to take an objective view, seeing issues from all perspectives,
- Ability to communicate effectively, listening to others and actively sharing information
How to Apply
Interested candidates may contact Julie Court, Executive Director of Finance, People & Resources, for an informal chat about the role. To arrange this please email melissaa@ciof.org.uk
Please send your CV and brief note describing your suitability for the role to: melissaa@ciof.org.uk
Please let us know if the Chartered Institute of Fundraising can make any reasonable adjustments or adaptations to ensure that you can appropriately engage in this volunteering activity.
Deadline for applications is Wednesday 17 April 2024.