Treasurer
Girlguiding
Voluntary basis with expenses reimbursed
Girlguiding is the largest youth organisation in the UK dedicated to girls and young women. It’s our mission to provide fun, friendship, challenge and adventure, helping them grow their skills and confidence and find their voice so that they can champion change in their own lives and in their communities. We are for all girls, and we help girls to know that they can do anything.
There are more than 300,000 young members of Girlguiding who meet in 22,000 local groups each week in every part of the UK, all powered by our fantastic 78,000 volunteers who deliver guiding activities which have such a positive impact on girls and local communities. Many of our young members are passionate advocates and we support them to speak out on the issues that matter to them to help improve all girls’ lives.
THE ROLE
We’re ambitious for the future and we are seeking an exceptional person to join our Board of Trustees as our new Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee. In this role you will play a vital part in helping us ensure the charity’s financial health, governance, and long-term sustainability and advising the Board of Trustees on all aspects of financial strategy for The Guide Association and as a member of our Trading Board.
The role of Trustee offers varied and challenging opportunities for people who want to help shape the future of the charity. As a member of the Board, you will be asked to make your ideas and influence count at Board meetings and stakeholder events. We support all Trustees in their role through induction and ongoing development and engagement. In return, you will gain great reward in seeing impactful initiatives take shape and witness positive changes in the lives of girls and young women.
We’re looking for someone who brings deep experience of financial management and oversight, gained at leadership level with the ability to clearly communicate and explain financial information to a range of audiences. Whatever sector your expertise has been gained in, you will be commercially astute with an excellent understanding of good governance and the ability to probe and appropriately challenge both the Executive and Board colleagues, using a collaborative approach and sound judgement.
How to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides).
- A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this appointment is right for you and how you meet the criteria.
Closing date
Monday 6th January 2025
Preliminary meetings with Starfish
w/c 20th January 2025
Opportunity for shortlisted candidates to meet with stakeholders
w/c 10th February 2025
Final Interviews with the Appointment Panel (in person) in London
Saturday 15th February 2025
Treasurer Inductions including opportunity to observe meetings
April – June 2025
Appointment start date
1st July 2025
