We’re Hiring: Funding and Finance Officer
Job Description
Organisation: Greater Govanhill CIC
Job title: Funding and Finance Officer
Location: Can be based in our Govanhill newsroom, or done remotely.
Terms: 1 day per week – to be worked flexibly – 1 year freelance contract
Salary/rate: £120 per day
Deadline: 12pm on Monday 22 April
About us
Greater Govanhill CIC is a community-rooted media organisation. We aim to challenge negative stereotypes, provide a platform for marginalised voices, break down cultural barriers and bring people together.
We publish an award-winning free, solutions-focused, multilingual community magazine. We produce a radio show on a local community radio station, and we run training workshops and events and other special projects.
We also run The Community Newsroom space as a collaborative media hub.
About the role
This role will be working to support the Greater Govanhill team and board by managing all things relating to our finances and financial procedures. This includes things like sending and paying invoices, monitoring grant funded project spending, providing financial forecasts and reports, and supporting the team with the financial aspect of funding applications.
The ideal candidate will have a good track record in financial management, experience in fundraising for non-profit organisations and a shared ethos and understanding of a grassroots community interest company.
Please note, that this is a one year contract. We hope that after this date, we will be in a position to extend the contract, but this is not guaranteed at this stage. It will be reviewed at 10 months.
Responsibilities
Finance
Working with the Greater Govanhill team – and independently – to manage budget spend
Managing relevant systems for our monthly finances inc. invoices and grant spend management using Sage
Implementation of systems to support projections and reconciliation
Issuing and paying invoices
Liaising with our external accountancy firm who manage PAYE, NI & pension payments, along with finalising end-of-the-year reconciliation
Providing and presenting regular finance reports to the team and board
Supporting with other revenue generating initiatives as required
Fundraising
Co-develop and implement a fundraising strategy for Greater Govanhill in line with our strategic aims, vision and values
Work with the team to identify and write funding applications and assist with the financial elements of funding reports
Assist the team to diversify income streams
Candidate requirements
Essential
Experience in finance/fundraiser role(s) (please note, this is not a trainee position)
Experience of successful funding applications for community organisations
Experience working with financial management software such as Sage (or similar programmes)
Able to take the initiative and work proactively
Able to work as a part of a team
Highly organised and details orientated
Experience of using file sharing platforms such as Google Drive
Desirable
Background in social enterprise/not-for-profit working
Interest in helping to strengthen independent community media
A love of spreadsheets!
Based in Glasgow/able to travel here for occasional in person meetings
Knowledge of Govanhill/a connection to the area
*Please note that candidates who do not meet every single requirement, but think they would be a good fit, are still encouraged to apply. We strive to be an inclusive and diverse organisation and particularly welcome applications from people who may be typically under-represented in the media industry. We also offer a family-friendly, flexible working environment.
How to apply
To apply, send a CV and cover letter (maximum 2 pages for each) setting out how you meet the requirements to hello@greatergovanhill.com by 12pm on Monday 22 April.
Interviews are expected to take place – in person at The Community Newsroom in Govanhill or via Zoom – during the week commencing 27 April.
If you require us to make any adjustments to ensure any part of this process is accessible to you, or if you have any questions about the job, please get in touch via the email address above.