Do you have a knack for numbers and a passion for conservation? The RSPB Lisburn Local Group, a well-established part of the community for almost 50 years, is seeking a treasurer to help manage our finances and support our mission of protecting nature.

We are looking for someone who:

Is organised, detail focused and confident handling basic financial tasks
Can maintain clear and accurate financial records
Has an interest in conservation and is motivated to contribute to the group’s success
Enjoys working collaboratively with others and supporting local initiatives

What we offer:

Comprehensive training and support from the RSPB
The chance to volunteer alongside a passionate, dedicated team
The opportunity to be part of an organisation with deep roots in Lisburn’s conservation efforts

If you’d like to use your financial skills to support our group’s work and help make a difference for nature, we’d love to hear from you!

Volunteer role: Local Group Treasurer

Volunteer manager: RSPB Team

Where you will be based: Community

Why we want you

Our RSPB Local Groups are made up of volunteers from local communities who are passionate about saving nature. Local Group volunteers run a range of activities from outdoor walks and indoor talks to fun fundraising events, alongside campaigning to help inspire, educate and mobilise more people to connect to and save nature in the UK. There are over 160 groups operating across the UK with a variety of skills and expertise, so we are always looking for someone new to join our mission!

The RSPB is the UK's largest nature conservation charity! Join our fantastic volunteers who are helping to inspire everyone to give nature a home and secure a healthy environment for wildlife. We will help you gain skills and give you an invaluable insight into our essential work.

What you will be doing

Collecting and banking income from group activities.
Monitoring group finances regularly, ensuring that all income and expenditure for the group is recorded whether of a charitable nature or otherwise.
Ensuring surplus funds are donated to the RSPB when appropriate, while keeping enough for group operating costs.
Arranging for the accounts to be audited.
Presenting a financial report at each group AGM, summarising income and expenditure for the previous year, progress during the current year and recommendations concerning funding, including the proposed level of subscription.
Completing the annual financial return for the group and return it to the Finance Department by deadline date given.

The skills you need

Essential skills:
Comfortable keeping simple accounts.
Comfortable handling and accounting for charity money.
Well organised and conscientious.
Effective communication skills, to liaise with other volunteers.
Computer literate with internet and email access, and a willingness to engage with internet-based methods of communication.
Beneficial skills:
Passion and enthusiasm to help give nature a home.

What's in it for you

If you're the kind of person who would like to volunteer but is unable to commit regularly, then this could be perfect for you! This suits a candidate who is looking to volunteer from home and have flexibility in your time commitment.
If you’re volunteering to learn new skills and gain knowledge about wildlife conservation work, you’ll find that our team will be more than happy to help you on that journey.
This is an opportunity to try new things and use your skills to make a valuable contribution to the work of your RSPB Local Group. We are also a friendly and supportive team, so you will get the chance to build new relationships and meet new faces.
Perhaps the most rewarding aspect of being part of a Local Group is knowing that you're really making a difference in inspiring others to help save nature.

Disclaimer

Attend a one-day group treasurers training workshop within your first year in role. Suitable for under 18's. You would be able to claim out-of-pocket expenses from the group charity bank account. You would have full support from a dedicated and experienced committee of volunteers, as well as support from RSPB staff in the Country and the Volunteering Development Department at HQ. We’re now the largest nature conservation charity in the country, consistently delivering successful conservation, forging powerful new partnerships with other organisations and inspiring others to stand up and give nature the home it deserves. We rely on the support and generosity of our volunteers to make a difference Our work stretches far beyond the UK. Wherever wildlife is in threat, we'll work with partners across the globe to help save it and give it a home.

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