Location: Hybrid – Central Dublin office at 9 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, D02 FD85 plus home based
Salary: Starting salary for the position is between €55,000 - €62,000, dependent on experience.
Employment: This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) but part time (28 hours per week pro rata) would be considered
Contract: Fixed term3 years with a view to permanency, subject to continued funding
The Organisation:
Founded in 1986, ECO-UNESCO is Ireland’s environmental education and youth organisation that works to conserve the environment and empower young people. Affiliated to the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centres and Associations (WFUCA), ECO-UNESCO works across the island of Ireland and with partners in Europe and internationally. The organisation provides a wide range of high-quality programmes and services, which include environmental youth programmes, a young environmentalist awards programme, training programmes, education resources and consultancy services.
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this senior position is to ensure the sound financial management of the organisation whilst overseeing a range of key corporate service functions. The role will be responsible for maintaining financial records and accounts, developing budgets, risk management, annual audits, and compliance, whilst supporting a range of core services including IT and CRM systems and buildings and facilities management. Reporting to the National Director (CEO), the post holder will work as part of the senior management team, alongside the Operations and Development Manager and the Head of Fundraising.
Key Responsibilities:
Senior Management – Strategic Finance, Audit and Governance
1. Preparation of detailed financial information for board meetings, the AGM and Annual Report.
2. Financial reporting to the Board and relevant sub committees.
3. In conjunction with the National Director providing administrative support for the Board and committees.
4. In conjunction with the National Director and Board, preparing and monitoring the organisations Risk Register.
5. Preparation of the annual organisation budget in conjunction with National Director and relevant staff.
6. Assisting with the preparation of project budgets in conjunction with the National Director and Development and Operations Manager and Senior Management Team.
7. Cashflow management & revenue forecasting.
8. Preparation of annual accounts for audit and liaison with external auditor on all queries.
9. Participation in financial audits of core and project funding.
10. Review and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
11. Support for the organisation’s compliance with regu