Key information:
● Location: Bristol / Hybrid (mix of in-person and online meetings)
● Salary: Voluntary unpaid role, reasonable expenses reimbursed
● Job Ref: JO2813
● Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 7th January 2027
An exciting opportunity to join the Board of the Forest of Avon Trust, a charity that has been helping communities, partners and landowners create, protect and enjoy trees and woodlands across the West of England for more than 30 years. The organisation has planted and maintained over one million trees and recently secured a significant milestone through its leadership of the new Western Forest, the UK's first new national forest in three decades.
As the Trust continues to expand its impact, it is seeking a Treasurer Trustee to provide financial leadership, oversight and assurance to the Board. Working closely with the Chair, CEO and Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting financial sustainability, strengthening governance and ensuring the organisation remains well-positioned to deliver its ambitious environmental and community objectives.
For this role we are keen to hear from qualified accountants and senior finance professionals, or individuals with significant strategic financial management experience. You will bring an understanding of financial governance, budgeting, audits, reserves and risk management, together with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues. Experience within the charity, public or commercial sectors will all be welcomed.
As Treasurer, you will chair the Finance Sub-Committee, work closely with the Head of Finance, support the Board in understanding its financial responsibilities, oversee relationships with auditors and external advisers, monitor financial controls and help ensure the organisation has the resources required to achieve its mission. Alongside these responsibilities, you will fulfil the wider duties of a Trustee and contribute to the strategic direction and governance of the charity.
The Trust encourages applications from individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences, including those seeking their first trustee role. We’re committed to building a diverse board and encourage applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences.
This is an outstanding opportunity to use your financial expertise to support a respected environmental charity at a pivotal point in its development, helping to shape a greener, healthier and more sustainable future for communities across the West of England.
How to apply
For further details and to apply, please contact Sandy Hinks via recruit@moonexecsearch.com quoting reference MC2813. We welcome applications in a variety of formats. Whether you prefer to send a CV, record a video, create an audio introduction, submit a written statement, or use another method, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications close at Midnight on Thursday 7th January 2027.
Forest of Avon Trust has retained Moon Charity Practice to manage this campaign and is therefore unable to accept CVs from third-party agencies. All CVs and expressions of interest received will be forwarded directly to Moon Charity Practice for consideration.