Closing date for applications: February 28, 2025
Devon Development Education at the Global Centre (DDE) is a dynamic and forward-thinking education charity committed to creating positive change in our Devon schools and communities. We’re now seeking a Trustee with Finance expertise to be our Treasurer and help us shape a brighter future for those we serve.
Our key current projects include:
* Windrush in Devon. We celebrate, educate and commemorate the Windrush generations and their contributions to our country!
* Cultural Champions. Devon residents with a different culture and heritage to most of the population; trained to share their stories with pupils and communities.
* Youth Cultural Champions. Training young people from different ethnic backgrounds to increase their self-confidence and be proud of their culture.
* Telling our stories, Finding Our Roots, Devon’s Multi-Cultural History – in Honiton and Ilfracombe. Funded by the Lottery Heritage Fund – our third such project.
* DDE Community Programme. A regular series of public events on topical issues.
About the role/what we are looking for
As a Trustee with Finance skills, we will ask you to:
* Ensure compliance with The Charities Commission, Companies House, and other relevant governing bodies.
* Review project budgets and provide financial insights to guide decision-making by the Trustees based on the financial situation of DDE.
* Offer guidance and support on Finance policies, processes, and financial controls to staff.
* Report to the Trustees to give a clear picture of the financial position on a regular basis.
Skills required
We’re looking for a dedicated individual with some of the following:
* Experience of working in a charity or small business finance department.
* An understanding of charity governance.
* Commitment to our values and mission.
Time commitment:
* 6-8 trustee meetings a year, usually in the evenings at DDE’s Exeter office.
* Presentation of past period finances at Trustee meetings.
* Preparation of annual accounts and filing of annual return to The Charities Commission and Companies House.
* Involvement in DDE activities, depending on availability.
We welcome enquiries from all ages and backgrounds. To find out more, please contact our Chair of Trustees, Desmond Kumar, at desmond.kumar@gmail.com to organize an informal discussion or our co-ordinator, Sue Errington at dde@globalcentredevon.org.uk. More information is on our website www.globalcentredevon.org.uk.
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