The role can be based in Edinburgh, Glasgow or undertaken remotely.
To help govern and lead us we are recruiting a trustee who will succeed the position of honorary treasurer. Working
alongside the current trustee before their planned departure there will a period of crossover to ensure a smooth
transition. Our volunteer trustees must share our values, believe in our purpose and be passionate about putting
children first.
You must be able to demonstrate sound, independent judgement and have an ability to be strategic, open minded and to
work collaboratively and collectively. You should have great interpersonal skills, have an ability to challenge
constructively where required and be able to critically assess and analyse complex issues. Good listening and
communication skills are essential.
The specific skills required for this role are accountancy, and specifically experience in any or all of financial
reporting, management accounting delivery or oversight, auditing or general financial management. Fulfilling an
existing role or a recent past role in any of these domains will be required, and any experience of
non-executive roles using your financial specialism in the charity sector would be a bonus.
We are especially keen to attract trustees with experience in digital technologies and specific knowledge of
professional practice in health, social work, justice with experience of strategic service delivery for children
in need of care and protection.
We are proud of the way we do things at Children 1st, we put relationships, rights, respect and compassion at the
heart of everything we do, and we believe that with the best people delivering the best quality support, amazing
transformation can take place. With this in mind we are actively recruiting those who have been historically
excluded from governance roles and want to broaden our representation, inclusion and diversity so that we truly
represent all of Scotland’s children. If you think you don’t fit the traditional profile of a board member but
believe in our purpose and want to make a contribution to our work, please do get in touch. We will offer
support and flexibility to ensure any barriers to your involvement are removed.