Leeds Gypsy and Traveller Exchange (Leeds GATE)
Treasurer Trustee
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Leeds GATE are searching for a new Treasurer to join our Executive Board, this is a rare opportunity to join a small but mighty charitable organisation and support the delivery of our new five year business plan for 2026 to 2031.
We are an organisation working with Gypsy and Traveller communities who are some of the most disadvantaged and marginalised in UK society. Originally founded by community members in 2003, Leeds GATE tackles issues for Gypsies and Travellers in Leeds and across West Yorkshire – a population estimated at around 7,000. We also advocate for the community at a national level.
Mission
We are here for Gypsies and Travellers – improving quality of life across West Yorkshire.
Guided by our values, we support families and individuals at every stage of life. We are member-led, making decisions together as equals. We challenge racism and inequality.
Vision
Communities across West Yorkshire where Gypsies and Travellers are treated equally, have their culture respected, can live good lives and build a better future for their children.
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Values
We are welcoming, respectful of privacy, honest, brave and creative. We belong to Gypsies and Travellers and help people to help themselves. We don’t make promises we can’t keep. We believe everyone is equal and should be safe.
What do we need from a Treasurer?
Do you have an interest or passion to support others, would you like to be a part of a friendly, committed team who value everyone’s contribution. Can you devote some time to attending meetings (minimum attendance at six weekly meetings – 2hrs), upholding our values and help us to make sure we are meeting our statutory governance and compliance regulations.
Diversity:
We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience to ensure our board is representative of our community.
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Treasurer
Do you have a good understanding of financial management, are you familiar with annual budgets and good accounting practices?
Do you have knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Gypsy and Irish Traveller communities?
Do you have the skills to review financial data and contribute to an annual audit process?
Do you have good IT skills (particularly Excel)
Do you have good communication and interpersonal skills?
Do you feel comfortable to speak out and use independent judgement?
More information
If you would like to have an informal chat about the role please feel free to contact our Director of People & Operations (Nicki Turner) who will be happy to chat with you about the role, and possibly arrange a visit if you would like to pop in and see where we work.
Office Tel No: 0113 2402444.
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