Treasurer

Govan Home and Education Link Project; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Govan HELP has exciting development plans for the future, and we are looking to recruit a new Treasurer to our Board, strengthening governance to help lead the organisation through the next phase of our development.

Govan Home and Education Link Project (Govan HELP) is a local Family Support charity based in the heart of the community in the Govan area of Glasgow. Our services aim to support children and families from the local area to overcome problems, build resilience and confidence, and achieve overall improvements in the quality of family life.

We offer five different services at Govan HELP: Family Support, Play Therapy, Adult Counselling, Training and Volunteering, and The Govan Pantry, providing a range of practical and therapeutic supports to children and families from the Govan area of the city (G51). We have close links with schools, social work and health colleagues in the local area and work collaboratively with organisations to achieve stronger outcomes for children and families.

Trustees have an important role at Govan HELP. They share responsibility for governing us as a charity, setting our strategic aims and directing how we’re run on a day-to-day basis. Trustees’ activities also include vetting and administering funding applications and representing the organisation at events. The ultimate goal of Trustees is to ensure that everything we do maximises the benefit for our service users — that is, families in Govan.

As Treasurer, you will be the financial steward for Govan HELP, ensuring that our organisation’s financial resources are managed with integrity and transparency. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Chair, you will provide guidance on all aspects of business management and finance matters, and help steer our organisation toward sustainable growth. This is both a leadership and support role that requires strategic thinking, diligence, and a strong commitment to community values.

We are a registered charity, so all Trustees must ensure we comply with current charity laws and guidelines as set out by the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You may find it helpful to look at OSCR’s guidance for charity trustees.

Are you eligible?

We aim to have a Board that is representative of our diverse stakeholder base and anyone can apply who believes they have the skills and experience. For the Treasurer role specifically we welcome candidates with skills and experience in:

• Accountancy
• Capital funding/project management

Application notes

• Assessment of applications by Govan HELP Board of Trustees by Friday 30th May 2025.
• Observation and attendance at Govan HELP Board Meeting on Tuesday 24th June 2025.
• Informal Meeting with potential candidates week beginning Monday 30th June 2025.
• Invitation to join Govan HELP Board of Trustees, by email following the board meeting – September for approval at AGM in November.

APPLY

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter (max. 2 sides A4) which outlines why you are interested in the role and what skills and experience you bring to the Board of Trustees.