Jobs, Board Positions & Internships
Hope for a Child is a Guernsey-based charitable company that exists to enable children to thrive. We work alongside communities in Malawi to help them tackle the biggest challenges facing children through social entrepreneurship.
We use business as a powerful tool for poverty alleviation. It is only when low income households can access essential products and services, employment and markets for their produce that inclusive development takes place.
Through social enterprises we supply drinking water, provide care and education to vulnerable children, market smallholder produce and give artisans access to European markets. We help low-income households to improve their financial position through business training and basic financial services.
We raise funds in Guernsey to invest in these activities primarily through The Big Summer Lottery, The £5 Lottery Club and Hope Store.
Treasurer
The Treasurer is a vital member of the leadership team. This is a great opportunity to make a difference within a small organisation that exists to change the trajectory of the lives of children.
The Treasurer will be passionate about business as a force for good, financial management, governance and creating positive change overseas. This is a high-level oversight role where our bookkeeping and accounting is outsourced.
Key responsibilities
Monitor and evaluate financial performance, ensuring the charity is healthy and on track to achieving its aims;
Review the work of the outsourced bookkeeping and accounting provider, taking the board through quarterly financial reports;
Collaborate with the management team to develop an annual budget aligning with the organisation's strategic goals;
Provide financial advice and guidance to the board and management team;
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements;
Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing strategies to safeguard the organisation's financial health;
Participate in strategic discussions and decision-making processes to ensure financial sustainability;
Collaborate with other board members and management staff to support the overall mission and objectives of Hope for a Child.
Qualifications and requirements
To be considered, it is essential for applicants to have a positive, can-do attitude and a hunger to create change in the world around them.
Specifically:
Professional accounting qualification or significant experience in a related role;
Great problem solving and analytical skills;
An effective communicator;
Self motivated and organised.
Time commitment
The Treasurer is expected to attend quarterly board meetings (with occasional extraordinary meetings), meet with our CEO for an hour every other month and work independently to plan for meetings and review key information.
The estimated time commitment is 4-6 hours per month. The position is for an initial 12 months, renewable by mutual agreement.
Pay
£2,500 / year
To apply
Feel free to get in touch for a chat about the charity and the position.
To apply, email tom@hopeforachild.org.uk by Friday 13th December 2024 with a bit about yourself, your qualifications and why you are interested in the position. If we feel like you could be a good match we will invite you for an informal chat.
Board Secretary
The Board Secretary is a key member of the governance team at Hope for a Child, responsible for supporting the smooth operation of the board and ensuring effective communication across the organisation. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a small organisation focused on improving children’s lives.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and circulate agendas, minutes, and other materials for board meetings and committee meetings.
Record minutes during meetings, ensuring documentation of key discussions, decisions, and action points.
Coordinate communication between board members, management, and other stakeholders.
Assist with scheduling board meetings, annual general meetings, and any additional board events.
Maintain an organised archive of board documents and correspondence.
Support board members with information requests and ensure timely distribution of necessary materials.
Collaborate with the CEO and Treasurer to support governance practices aligned with the organisation’s mission.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Proactive and reliable.
A commitment to the mission of Hope for a Child and a passion for making a positive impact.
Time Commitment:
The Secretary is expected to attend quarterly board meetings (with occasional extraordinary meetings) and work independently to plan for meetings and review key information.
The estimated time commitment is 4-6 hours per month. The position is for an initial 12 months, renewable by mutual agreement.
Pay
£2,500 / year
To apply
Feel free to get in touch for a chat about the company and the position.
To apply, email tom@hopeforachild.org.uk by Friday 13th December 2024 with a bit about yourself, your qualifications and why you are interested in the position. If we feel like you could be a good match we will invite you for an informal chat.