Treasurer

Do you want to play a key role at the heart of an organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives through volunteering?  Volunteer Scotland has exciting and fulfilling opportunities for a Treasurer, to join our Board of Trustees. 

About Us

We exist to help you make a difference through volunteering. Scotland, more than ever, needs us all to share in the nation’s common good. The potential to bring out the best in us has never been better and we’re supporting you by:

• Recognising the need for volunteers and demonstrating how this makes
  a difference Understanding what volunteers and volunteer involving organisations
  want to do  making volunteering easy for everyone, so that more people volunteer
  and have a great time

Volunteer Scotland are the only national centre for volunteering; we receive funded support from the Scottish Government and others to:

• research, demonstrate and measure the impact made by volunteers
• develop volunteer practice through training and accreditation as well as useful volunteer development tools, policies and guides
• offer a one stop digital gateway to anyone looking for volunteer opportunities
• support organisations to advertise volunteer opportunities and events online
• provide an expert disclosure service for voluntary organisations
• promote and grow volunteering through partners, funders, Government, and policy makers
• work with others to support projects, innovation and creativity in volunteering

Our Board

Our Board of Trustees provides strategic direction, accountability and support
to the organisation.  If you can contribute well-founded views on current, emerging and future volunteering issues then we want to hear from you.

Appointments are normally for an initial three year term with the opportunity to serve a second three year term. Although unpaid, becoming a Trustee offers great opportunities to network and influence the future of volunteering at all levels throughout Scotland and further afield. 

Volunteer Scotland is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community as we wish to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

The Role of Treasurer

The Treasurer is a key role within our governance structure which aims to make a real difference to volunteers and volunteering in Scotland. You will contribute to the delivery of Volunteer Scotland’s strategy as a member of our Board of Trustees and as Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FARC).  As Treasurer, you will have oversight of the finance function, provide guidance on matters of finance and investments to the Trustees and work closely with other members of FARC and the Head of Corporate Services. 

We are interested in applications from individuals who have a track record of financial management. You might be an accountant or experienced finance worker, with skills and knowledge developed through working or volunteering with another third sector organisation, or working in the public or private sector. 

Time commitment

Our Board of Trustees will meet at least 4 times per year (2 hour meetings in January, March, June, September) with an option for additional meetings if required. These are a combination of online and in-person meetings. (We will support accessibility requirements). 

Trustees may be asked to join one of our Board Committees depending on their area of expertise and interest.  Both Committees meet regularly prior to our Board meetings - our Finance, Audit & Risk Committee is chaired by our Treasurer, and our Governance Committee provides a strategic overview of Volunteer Scotland’s governance. 

You will attend the Annual General Meeting (a half-day in November).  You will also have the opportunity to attend further internal and external events for learning and collaboration. 

 How we will support you

You will be fully supported to undertake your role safely and effectively, including ongoing support, an annual review and regular check ins with the Chair of the Board. You will be given a full induction, including meetings with the Chair, CEO and other members of the Senior Leadership Team. There’s also an ongoing training and development programme, informed by an annual Board survey on areas Trustees would like to look at in more depth.