Style – How You Work
The Treasurer is an enabler—someone who embraces complexity and sees opportunities where others might see obstacles. Rather than simply identifying risks, you know how to harness them, balancing pragmatism with innovation. You help NCVO stay safe not by limiting ambition, but by fostering a climate of thoughtful, dynamic inquiry.
You are:
- Solution-oriented and future-focused – You don’t just analyse problems; you find pathways forward.
- Practical yet innovative – You understand the need for robust financial governance but also how to adapt and evolve to drive impact.
- A strategic thinker with commercial acumen – You see the big picture while keeping an eye on the details that matter.
- A confident, collaborative leader – You know when to challenge, when to support, and how to bring people along with you.
Skills – What You Bring
- Financial and commercial expertise – You have a strong grasp of financial strategy, investment, and sustainable growth.
- Governance and risk management – You know how to maintain high standards of governance, ensuring NCVO is both ambitious and financially sound.
- Strategic challenge and support – You have the ability to stretch the Board’s thinking, ensuring bold but well-informed decision-making.
- Adaptability and resilience – You understand the evolving landscape of the voluntary sector and how to pivot strategies to seize new opportunities.
- Collaborative leadership – You can build a strong working relationship with the Finance Director and executive team, offering both support and constructive challenge.
Experience – Your Background
The ideal Treasurer will have:
- A commitment to NCVO’s mission and values and a passion for strengthening the voluntary sector.
- A proven track record in commercial, strategic, and investment-focused roles with the ability to navigate financial complexity.
- A recognised financial qualification or substantial relevant financial experience.
- An understanding of charity finance or a willingness to apply financial expertise in a charity context.
- Prior experience as a Treasurer on another Board (preferred but not essential).
- An understanding of the legal responsibilities of trusteeship and the ability to make decisions in NCVO’s best interests.
- A team mindset, working effectively with fellow trustees, executives, and stakeholders to drive impact.