About the organisation
Clean Break was founded by two women in prison who believed in the power of theatre to transform lives.
Our vision is of a society where all women can realise their full potential, free from criminalisation. Through our unique work on stage, in prisons and in the community, we raise difficult questions, inspire debate, and help to effect profound and positive change in the lives of women who are criminalised.
Our Values
Our core company values guide and shape how we work. These values are the foundations to all that we do, from how we operate our building in Kentish Town, to the artistic work we present on stages across the UK: collaboration, compassion, courage, creativity and equity & fairness.
About the role
Clean Break is looking to appoint a Treasurer to deliver the organisation’s mission through good governance, fit for purpose financial systems and deliverable financial plans through strong partnership working with staff and trustees.
The Treasurer plays a key role in the organisation, working closely with Clean Break's Co-Chairs, the Executive Director (Interim), the Head of Finance & Operations, and fellow Trustees.
This is an important and rewarding role, which will make a significant contribution to Clean Break's mission and support our strategic delivery.
The main responsibilities of the Treasurer include:
- Chair the Finance Committee and provide regular reports to the Board of
Trustees. - Collaborate with the Co-Chairs and Executive Director to ensure that the
Board is empowered to fulfil its financial responsibilities in an informed and
timely manner. - Work with the Executive Director and Head of Finance & Operations to ensure
that the charity’s finance and risk management systems are fit for purpose. - Work with the Executive Director and Head of Finance & Operations to
develop and test robust financial plans and to monitor progress against the
agreed plans. - Provide support and, where appropriate, professional development
opportunities for the Head of Finance & Operations and other finance staff.
To find out more about the role and apply, please download our Recruitment Pack available on our website here: https://www.cleanbreak.org.uk/jobs/treasurer-and-trustee/
Our ideal candidate
Essential
- Recognised accounting qualification
- Experience of working with or for charities
- Proven ability to communicate and present financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders such as funders
- Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrable good judgement
- Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- Senior level managerial and leadership experience
- Good communication and leadership skills Interest in contemporary theatre and new writing Interest in the criminal justice system and the experience of women within this
- Commitment to the charity’s mission and values and willingness to act as ambassador to stakeholders
Desirable
- Knowledge of charity SORP
- Previous experience as a charity trustee
- Previous experience as a company director
- Skills in, and experience, of strategic planning
- Knowledge of the cultural sector
What’s in it for you
- Contributing to the mission, making an impact
- Supporting strategic delivery
- Team work
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