Who we are
Men Who Talk is a registered charity, founded in January 2022, with a mission to improve men’s mental health through accessible, stigma-free peer support groups. We also run engaging events and create content to raise awareness about mental health issues affecting men.
Our charity was established in response to a clear and urgent need: in the UK, men account for 75% of all registered suicides, yet only 36% of NHS therapy referrals are for men.
The role
Please review the full job description linked below before applying, and follow the application process noted on page 6.
This is a hands-on role within a small but ambitious team. The Treasurer will have oversight of Men Who Talk’s financial health, ensuring the charity operates in a financially responsible manner while providing the Board with accurate financial information to guide decision-making.
Our finances are in a strong position, and we entered the new financial year in April with a healthy cash flow and robust fundraising strategy. Over the last 3 years, we have seen yearly financial growth quadruple year on year, with the 2024/25 financial year bringing in over £40,000 of funding through various streams.
Having received grants from funders such as the National Lottery Community Fund, the Simon Rivett-Carnac Trust and the Caterham Round Table amongst others, we have an agreed budget to spend down our current balance over the 2025/26 financial year, with a focus on ambitious growth across all areas.
The Treasurer will work closely with Sam, our Founder and CEO and Martins, our Operations Manager to identify financial risks, ensure compliance with the Charity Commission and HMRC, and develop strategies to secure the charity’s financial sustainability as we expand.
About You
We are looking for passionate, forward-thinking individuals who are eager to make a real impact in the men’s mental health space. You should be comfortable working in a small, growing charity environment, which comes with both challenges and the opportunity for significant personal and professional growth.
We particularly welcome applications from diverse communities, and the role is open to all, including female-identifying individuals.
In addition to the above, the ideal candidate will:
– Have a strong connection to, or lived experience with, men’s mental health.
– Be flexible, comfortable working remotely, and proficient in using digital tools (e.g., Slack, Asana, etc.).
– Be available to commit to the time requirement outlined above (up to 8 hours per month) and for a minimum term of 3 years.
– Be passionate about our mission, and eager to contribute to our growth as we scale our operations and continue to break down the stigma around men’s mental health.
Skills & Experience
Required:
– Experience maintaining management accounts, ideally within the charity sector.
– Understanding of charity reserves, reserve policies, and the management of designated and undesignated funds.
– You’ll be a proactive and passionate individual, confident in collaborating with a variety of teams and senior leadership in a fast-growing organisation, and comfortable with our open and collaborative culture as we expand.
– Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into accessible terms for non-financial trustees.
Desirable:
– UK Accountancy qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
– Experience as a trustee in a small, growing charity or similar organisation.
– Knowledge of financial risk management in the charity sector.
Supporting document(s)
- mwt-treasurer-jd-ps.pdf - Download
