We are seeking a new Treasurer to support the board of trustees of the African Bird Club in fulfilling its responsibility for the good governance of the charity and in delivering its strategy. You will be one of five executive officers and as such, have a key role in helping to progress ABC’s status and mission. The Treasurer pays a key role in supporting our good governance and helping us to make resources available for our conservation work across Africa.
As well as accurately maintaining the financial records, you will present finance reports at the three board meetings a year and prepare the annual accounts for review by the independent examiner. You will need to organise some financial transactions.
You must be eligible to be a trustee of a charity, have previous financial or accounting experience, and have sufficient time to devote to the role and be committed to achieving ABC’s objectives. You must also have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience as a treasurer or trustee of a charity would be advantageous but is not necessary.
If you are interested, please send a CV and brief overview of your skills and why you think you would make a good ABC Treasurer to chairman@africanbirdclub.org by 23 August 2024. To discuss thew role informally please contact treasurer@africanbirdclub.org