Who we are
At Creative Mentor Network, we believe in a future where there is no class ceiling in the UK’s creative industries.
We run mentoring programmes that directly support 16-25-year-olds from lower socioeconomic backgrounds in accessing the creative industry and finding work by partnering directly with professionals in creative organisations.
Since 2014, we have worked with over 1800 young people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds and supported them on their journey into the creative industries.
The role
We are looking to appoint a new Treasurer. The position has become available following the current Treasurers final term coming to an end.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving socioeconomic diversity and inclusion within the creative industry and ideally has lived experience (or significant understanding) of the challenges and opportunities faced by those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
As Treasurer, you will work closely with the Chair of Trustees, CEO and Finance & Governance Director to maintain effective governance of the organisation’s affairs. Ensuring its financial viability and that proper processes and procedures exist for all financial records, decisions and delegations.
You will work with the Finance Director and CEO to oversee the charity’s finances and help to identify areas of improvement and opportunity to drive the charity forward.
Experience
Essential:
- Genuine interest and commitment to socioeconomic diversity and improving outcomes and opportunities for those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds
- Experience of reporting under the UK’s Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
- Excellent communication skills and networking capabilities so as to act as an ambassador for the charity
Desirable:
- Previous experience as a trustee/treasurer of a UK charity or previous experience running a UK charity
- Understanding of charity compliance
- Knowledge of the UK education system
- Knowledge of the UK creative industry
- Knowledge and understanding of the grants and funds landscape
Deadline to apply: 31st January 2025.
Supporting document(s)
- treasurer-role-description-2025.pdf - Download
