About Dublin City Volunteer Centre
Our mission is to promote the value of volunteering and increase the range and quality of volunteering in Dublin city. Further information available on our website.
What's Involved
Dublin City Volunteer Centre (DCVC) is the ‘one-stop-shop’ for volunteering in the Dublin city area. We are a registered charity in Ireland and a member of Volunteer Ireland and the network of 29 Volunteer Centres nationally.
Our Vision: People in Dublin City are empowered to connect with and contribute to an inclusive, vibrant and sustainable society through volunteering.
We experience high demand for our services, based on a population base of 554,000. We are committed to the delivery of quality services, leadership and good governance.
More details available here: https://volunteerdublincity.ie/
You will be working closely with the Chair and other board members to provide strategic direction and good governance of DCVC. You will support the Centre Manager who is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Centre.
We are looking for a board member with a background in finance/accountancy/bookkeeping. The role does not include any bookkeeping - DCVC has an MoU with an accountant who provides one day's accountancy services per month, including financial statements.
Role Details
Oversee and approve budgets, accounts and financial statements.
Prepares and presents financial reports to the board in an understandable way.
Ensures that the Centre’s financial resources meet its needs.
Ensure that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
Liaises with any staff/volunteers about financial matters.
Chair the finance committee of the Board.
Advises on the financial implications of any new projects or activities.
Sign off on the Annual Audit of Accounts (last year we transitioned to charties SORP).
Oversees the appointment of Auditors.
Presents the accounts to the AGM.
Ensures that the Organisation has good and prudent accounting procedures, including a reserves policy.
Oversees the appointment of Bankers to the Centre.
Support the manager with strategic organisational development
Prepare adequately for and regularly attend board meetings
Evaluate, reflect and take an active part in board discussions
Be respectful of and build trust with management while holding management
Act as ambassadors for the Centre, actively promoting the work of the organisation
Commit to ensuring best practice is adhered in relation to governance and accountability
The Board
DCVC’s Board of Trustees is made up of a number of committed and experienced volunteers from the voluntary, community and private sector. They are a group of forward thinking and supportive people that strive to govern DCVC is a positive and proactive manner.
Time Commitment
The Board typically meets six to seven times per year, and board meetings are two hours’. Board meetings are currently Mondays 12:15-2/2:15pm (lunch provided when in DCVC); however, the Board is open to reconsidering times and venues for board meetings. Additional meetings of sub committees are arranged, as required, by the members involved.
Support & Training
The new director will receive a formal induction and will be given access to all relevant policies and the board handbook.
The Chair of the board and the Centre Manager will be available for support and advice. A mentor system will be in place for the first few months if desired.
New directors will have an opportunity to avail of training incl. governance training to meet the requirements of the roles where necessary and/or resources allow.
What’s in it for you?
You will be part of a dedicated team working to help deliver on our vision where: People in Dublin City are empowered to connect with and contribute to an inclusive, vibrant and sustainable society through volunteering. .
You will play your part in helping to lead and collaborate with people, groups and organisations in Dublin City to address social issues and strengthen quality of life through the development and support of quality volunteering.
You will gain experience in the areas of good governance, the voluntary sector and volunteer management.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the leadership & direction of the organisation & its policies, practices & activities.
You will have the opportunity to gain new skills working as part of a team on a voluntary committee.
DCVC will reimburse transport costs incurred by the volunteer during volunteering upon submission of receipts/mileage form.
Testimony from previous board member
“DCVC is such an easy organisation to govern as it is run with heart, care and kindness from the bottom up, and top down. After 30 years of working in the “for profit” sector this is not a common thing to say! I learnt a huge amount, and probably got more out of my time in DCVC that DCVC did ever got out of me.”
What's required for this position
Experience and/ or background in Finance/accountancy/bookkeeping
An interest in exploring new ideas and approaches to volunteering and NGO management
A genuine interest in the community and voluntary sector and a commitment to volunteering
An awareness of and commitment to the values and objectives of Dublin City Volunteer Centre
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Energy and enthusiasm
Committed to setting objectives
Willing to resolve issues positively
Mindful of the difference between governance & management
Acting from a desire to build consensus
- Accountancy/ Finance
- Business/ HR/ Management
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 4hrs Monthly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin City Volunteer Centre, Unit 4 Whitefriars, Aungier Street, Dublin 2 (or remotely)
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- References
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Sensory Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
You will gain experience in the areas of good governance, the voluntary sector & volunteer management.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the leadership & direction of the organisation & its policies, practices & activities. Lunch provided.
