Help us Empower Survivors of Sexual Violence
Role:We are recruiting a Treasurer to join our Board.
Background:Forth Valley Rape Crisis Centre (FVRCC) provides specialist support for anyone, age 13+, affected by sexual violence in the Forth Valley area.
Vision and services:As a feminist organisation our ultimate vision is a world where everyone is safe from sexual violence. Our overarching vision and values guide us to ensures that safety and wellbeing is always at the core of our activities which include one to one support by phone, on-line or in person; group support and social activities; criminal justice advocacy; and prevention and raising awareness.
What we are looking for: Whether you are an experienced Treasurer or looking to take up the position for the first time, we want to hear from you. You do not have to be a qualified accountant for the role, but an ability to read and understand financial statements and knowledge of financial risks and processes is important. The key skills required for the role are:
Roles and responsibilities:
Our Treasurer will lead on the following areas for the Board of Trustees.
Financial oversight:
Budgets and banking:
Governance and reporting:
Audit oversight:
Key relationships:
We want our Board to reflect the community we support. To enhance the diversity of our Board we would particularly like to hear from ethnic minorities, disabled people and marginalised groups.
How we will support you:
Time commitment:
Board meetings are held quarterly in the evenings (2.5hrs). Sub committees meet between Board meetings as needed, usually quarterly (approx. 2hrs). Additional time commitments include training and development days once or twice a year and responding to urgent issues as needed.
Deadline for applications: 2nd August
Interviews: w/c 9th August
For further information and to apply, please download the documents below.
For an informal chat with a current Board member please contact our Chair Rachel Maitland at chair.fvrcc@gmail.com