INDEPENDENT MEMBER OF AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

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1 INDEPENDENT MEMBER OF AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS Contents 1. The organisation 2. Role description 3. Person specification 4. Time commitment 5. How to apply

2 Our vision A society where we can all make a difference to the causes that we believe in. Our mission To help voluntary organisations and volunteers make the biggest difference they can. NCVO champions and strengthens volunteering and civil society, with over 11,000 members, from the largest charities to the smallest community organisations. There are thousands of voluntary sector organisations in the UK. There are millions of volunteers. Every day, across the country, people give their time, energy and money. And for over 90 years, NCVO has brought the voluntary sector's people together: to solve problems, address root causes, and inspire each other. We know the power of the voluntary sector and volunteering. No one organisation can solve society's challenges alone, but collectively we're all vital for sustaining society in times of challenge and change. That's why, inspired and empowered by our members, we support and celebrate volunteering in all its diversity, and champion and strengthen the voluntary sector by making sure government knows its true value, and making sure it can continue to do what it does best. Because a vibrant and thriving voluntary sector improves the world around it. See for our recently published five year strategy. NCVO is made up of four departments: public policy enterprise volunteering and development planning and resources. The organisation employs approximately 120 staff and is based near King s Cross, London, N1.

3 1. The role of the organisation Background NCVO is a registered charity and the largest national umbrella organisation supporting the voluntary and community sector in England, with over 11,000 member organisations. For almost 100 years, NCVO has brought people together to solve problems, address root causes, and inspire. In 2013, NCVO merged with Volunteering England to renew its commitment to championing and strengthening volunteering and voluntary organisations. In 2014 the core services of the Mentoring & Befriending Foundation and the Charities Evaluation Services transferred to NCVO. Over the last few years we have invested in our building to help provide a sustainable income base through our conference suite. We have developed our enterprise activity so that, despite the loss of strategic grant funding, the organisation is financially sustainable into 2014/15 and beyond. This is an exciting time. We have recently launched our new five year strategic aims. Our vision is a society where we can all make a difference to the causes that we believe in. Our mission is to help voluntary organisations and volunteers make the biggest difference they can. We are investing in technology to enable us to grow our networks and strengthen our relationships with our members. Our new organisation is stronger than ever and will provide an even more powerful voice. Our values underpin all of our work. We will: use evidence: we base what we say and do on the best research and our members experiences be creative: we explore new ideas and approaches, looking for what will add real value be collaborative: we work with our members and partners to achieve the best results be inclusive: we value diversity and work to make sure that opportunities are open to all work with integrity: we are open and honest and do what we believe is best for our members, volunteers and the voluntary sector. Structure and governance NCVO is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair, treasurer and seven trustees are directly elected from the membership. Up to five trustees are coopted for their specific skills and expertise. Three committees support the board with its governance responsibilities. The Nominations and HR and Remunerations committees, chaired by the chair of the board, and the Audit and Risk

4 Committee, chaired by an independent member, in addition to the Trading Board with a remit to monitor activity within NCVO Trading Ltd. This includes new investment initiatives, and providing oversight and advice on commercial activity. The Audit and Risk committee provides independent advice and assurance on risk, control and governance matters. The trustee board and committees are supported by a management team and a staff of 120 employees organised into four departments: Public Policy policy and research activities, together with external relations, partnerships and international Volunteering and Development volunteering development activities, together with infrastructure development and digital communications Enterprise the majority of the NCVO s advisory activities, information and education work, grant funded and consultancy as well as membership and business development Planning and Resources internal support services, organisational planning and governance support. Further information Further information on governance including the Annual Report and Accounts is available at 2. The role description Main purpose of role To ensure that the charity s internal policies and external audit functions are operating efficiently and effectively, and that the risk management process enables the identification of anything that threatens or adversely affects the accomplishment of the charity s aims and objectives. Position in organisation Independent member of the Audit and Risk Committee. Background Up to three independent members (including the chair) together with two trustees, including the vice chair, make up the complement of the Committee. Audit & Risk Committee members are appointed by the NCVO trustee board.

5 3. Person specification Members of the Audit and Risk Committee must demonstrate: appropriate financial qualifications and experience. Normally members are a qualified member of one of the member bodies of the Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) a commitment to NCVO's mission, vision and values a strong risk management background with recent experience of risk management knowledge of financial reporting and compliance requirements for charities an understanding of charity finance, investment, and pension schemes previous experience in a senior financial role of a commercial or not for profit organisation of a similar or larger size to NCVO experience of corporate governance, preferably within the voluntary sector, either as a volunteer or as a senior member of staff, with some experience of charity finance, investment, and pension schemes integrity, strategic vision, strong independent judgement and a willingness to speak their mind. 4. Time commitment The Audit and Risk Committee meets twice a year. The next two audit meeting dates are: 20 July February 2016 Some time is required for reading and preparation. 5. How to apply To apply, please a CV with a short statement (a maximum of two sides of A4) describing your suitability to Louise.Parr-Morley@ncvo.org.uk or mail these to: Director of Planning and Resources NCVO FREEPOST WC4530 Society Building 8 All Saints Street London N1 9RL Closing date for applications is 12 noon 19 June 2015 Interviews with an NCVO trustee and the chair of the Audit Committee take place on 8 July 2015.