About CCDT
Chichester Community Development Trust (CCDT) is a community-led charity that owns and manages local buildings, land, and community spaces. We work with residents and partners to create vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable places that support community life, wellbeing, and opportunity.
Our mission is to ensure that community assets are protected and used in ways that benefit local people now and in the future.
We are currently recruiting a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees.
This is a key governance role within CCDT, helping to ensure the organisation remains financially secure, transparent, and well-managed. The Treasurer plays a vital part in overseeing financial planning, reporting, and control, working closely with the Board and staff team.
We also welcome expressions of interest for other Trustee roles from individuals with relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility
To fulfil the requirements of our Board composition, we particularly welcome applications from Voluntary, Community and Faith User Group Members. However, due to the specialist nature of the Treasurer role, this appointment may also be made through co-option, in line with CCDT’s governance arrangements, to ensure the Board has the necessary financial expertise.
Why become a Trustee?
This is an opportunity to play an important role in a growing community organisation that manages and develops valued local spaces and services.
Trustees help ensure CCDT is well governed, financially sustainable, and delivering on its charitable purpose for the benefit of the local community.
What you will do as a Trustee
As a Trustee, you will:
- Help set the strategic direction of CCDT
- Support good governance and decision-making
- Ensure CCDT is financially and organisationally sustainable
- Oversee the stewardship of community buildings and land
- Contribute your skills and experience to Board discussions
- Work collaboratively with other Trustees and the staff team
Additional responsibilities of the Treasurer
The Treasurer will also:
- Provide oversight of CCDT’s financial position and reporting
- Work with staff and accountants to review management accounts and budgets
- Support the preparation of annual financial statements and forecasts
- Advise the Board on financial risk, controls, and sustainability
- Ensure appropriate financial governance and compliance is maintained
- Liaise with auditors and support the annual audit process
Time commitment
- Approximately 4–6 Board meetings per year
- Attendance at the Annual General Meeting
- Regular meetings with the CEO, as required (Treasurer)
- Weekly authorisation of payments (Treasurer)
- Optional involvement in sub-groups or project work
Who we are looking for
We welcome people from all backgrounds who are:
- Passionate about community development
- Willing to contribute their skills and experience
- Able to think strategically and work collaboratively
- Interested in making a positive local impact
For the Treasurer role, we are particularly looking for someone with experience in finance, accounting, or financial management (a professional qualification is desirable but not essential).
What you will gain
- A meaningful role in shaping local community spaces and services
- Experience of charity governance at the Board level
- The opportunity to support long-term community impact
- Collaboration with a committed and skilled Board and team
How to apply
To express interest or find out more, contact liz@chichestercdt.org.uk or call 01243 537526 and to see more about our work, please visit: www.chichestercdt.org.uk.
