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Independent Committee Member - Scrutiny Audit and Risk Committee - 2 posts
We have 2 roles as independent members of the Audit and Risk Committee in RSPB are seeking candidates who are passionate about protecting and restoring nature.
Independent members will join other members of the RSPB Audit & Risks Committee to speak up for nature, to ensure that nature and green spaces are enjoyed by urban populations as well as those living in the countryside, and to help spread the word that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment, as well as a right to enjoy and benefit from its natural beauty.
The RSPB is the UK's largest nature conservation charity! Join our fantastic volunteers who are helping to inspire everyone to give nature a home and secure a healthy environment for wildlife. We will help you gain skills and give you an invaluable insight into our essential work.
What you will be doing
* As an Independent Member of the Audit & Risks Committee, you will play a key role in overseeing RSPB’s financial integrity, risk management, and governance. You will provide independent oversight, challenge, and guidance to support RSPB’s mission while ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
* Review and advise on financial reporting, risk management, and internal controls as well as support the Board in maintaining transparency, accountability, and good governance.
* Provide independent scrutiny of audit processes and financial performance and identify and assess key risks affecting RSPB’s mission and operations. Help uphold RSPB’s values and commitment to environmental sustainability.
The skills you need
We welcome applicants with experience in finance, risk management, governance, audit, and law, particularly in the charity, public, or environmental sectors. Ideal candidates will have:
Personal Capabilities
* Integrity, independence, and sound judgment
* Strategic thinking and the ability to assess risks and opportunities.
* A commitment to our mission and values in environmental conservation.
Interpersonal Capabilities
* Strong communication skills with the ability to challenge and support constructively.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a governance setting.
* Willingness to engage in debate while respecting diverse viewpoints.
Contextual Knowledge
* Understanding of the charity, public, or environmental sectors.
* Awareness of governance frameworks and regulatory environments.
* Experience in charity governance, compliance, or strategic leadership.
* Knowledge of sustainability, conservation, or ethical funding.
Technical Knowledge
* Experience of financial oversight, risk management, audit, governance, and law.
* Strong understanding of financial oversight, internal controls, and compliance.
* Familiarity with charity accounting or risk management best practices.
What's in it for you
The opportunity to know you are helping to make a difference for wildlife and the environment by providing good governance and leadership. An opportunity to contribute to the Audit and Risks Committee of RSPB to ensure that decisions will have a lasting impact on stakeholders and advise and direct the RSPB on the appropriateness of its policies, budget decisions, contributing to and influencing the development of the Audit and risks strategy in RSPB.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are an inclusive organisation, actively encouraging people from underrepresented groups including people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply. We recognise that we are currently underrepresented and welcome contributions from diverse backgrounds better reflect the communities we serve. We want our Committee Members to reflect and uphold a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We aim to encompass and demonstrate diversity of experience, psychology, perspective and community in audit and risk, that reflects our operations across the UK, in both rural and urban areas, including areas of significant economic marginalization.
Disclaimer
The RSPB will reimburse you for out-of-pocket expenses travel expenses, we will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to complete the role. In line with our Safeguarding Policy, all applications for this role are subject to an appropriate Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (England and Wales), Access NI in Northern Ireland, or a Protected Vulnerable, Groups Scheme (PVG) registration in Scotland. Successful applicants will also be expected to register with the Update Service where appropriate. References on your suitability for this role will also be taken up.
How to Apply
To apply, please refer to the guidance notes at the top of this advert and upload:
* A copy of your current CV
* A brief cover-note (no more than 2500 characters) that explains your interest in the vacancy, and how you are suited to this role
The closing date for applications is midnight on 6th April 2025.
We will review all applications against our eligibility criteria promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity when considering the combination of skills, experience and knowledge required on the Committee.
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