Position Title: Board Treasurer
Organization: Relief for Children (RfC)
Location: Remote/Hybrid (Global)
Time Commitment:
Compensation: (Unpaid volunteer)

About Relief for Children

Relief for Children (RfC) is a child-focused, community-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the wellbeing, protection, and opportunities of children in Ghana through education, health, and empowerment programs in partnership with local communities and global supporters.

Position Overview

The Board Treasurer is an officer of RfC’s Board of Directors responsible for leading the Board’s oversight of the organization’s financial health and stewardship. The Treasurer works closely with the Executive Director, finance staff/consultants, and the Finance Committee (if applicable) to ensure sound financial policies, transparent reporting, and alignment between finances and RfC’s mission and strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight and Reporting

• Provide leadership to the Board in understanding RfC’s financial position, risks, and trends.
• Review and present periodic financial reports (e.g., monthly or quarterly) to the Board in clear, accessible language, highlighting key issues, variances, and questions for discussion.
• Ensure that the Board receives timely, accurate, and comprehensible financial information to fulfill its fiduciary duties.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and liquidity indicators in collaboration with the Executive Director and finance staff/consultants.

Budgeting and Planning

• Lead the Board’s review and approval of the annual operating budget and any major revisions during the year.
• Work with the Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Finance to ensure that the budget reflects strategic priorities, realistic revenue assumptions, and responsible expense projections.
• Help the Board understand trade‑offs in resource allocation across Global Programs, Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Partnerships, and Research and Knowledge Management.
• Support multi‑year financial planning, including scenario planning and sustainability strategies.

Policies, Controls, and Compliance

• Oversee, at the Board level, the development and periodic review of key financial policies (e.g., internal controls, reserves, investment, signing authority, expense reimbursement).
• Ensure that appropriate financial controls and procedures are in place and followed to safeguard assets and reduce risk of fraud or misuse.
• Support compliance with legal, regulatory, and donor‑specific financial requirements, in partnership with the Executive Director and finance staff/consultants.

Audit and External Review

• Lead the Board’s relationship with external auditors or independent financial reviewers, including selection, engagement, and evaluation.
• Coordinate the Board’s review of the annual audited financial statements and management letter and ensure that identified issues are addressed.
• Present the audit or financial review findings to the full Board and, where appropriate, to key stakeholders.

Support to the Executive Director, Director of Finance, and Finance Team

• Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director on financial strategy, capital allocation, and risk management.
• Coordinate closely with the Director of Finance, who also serves as bookkeeper, to understand day-to-day financial operations, cash flow, and reporting needs, while respecting management authority.
• Review financial reports, budgets, and forecasts prepared by the Director of Finance, providing guidance and ensuring that board-level reporting is accurate, timely, and clear.
• Help translate financial realities, as presented by the Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and Director of Finance, into strategic conversations with the Board about growth, sustainability, and investment in key initiatives.

Role in Fundraising and Resource Development

• Partner with the Executive Director, Board Chair, Director of Business Development and Director of Finance to ensure that fundraising goals are aligned with financial needs and strategic plans.
• Provide financial insight for cases for support, major grant proposals, and resource‑mobilization strategies.
• Model board engagement in fundraising by making a personally meaningful contribution and supporting donor cultivation and stewardship as appropriate.

Collaboration with Other Board Officers and Committees

The Board Treasurer:

• Works closely with the Board Chairperson and Secretary to ensure that financial information and decisions are integrated into overall board agendas and documentation.
• Chairs or actively participates in the Finance Committee (and/or Audit Committee), if established, ensuring clear mandates, workplans, and reporting to the full Board.
• Collaborates with other committee chairs (e.g., Programs, Development) to align financial decisions with programmatic and fundraising priorities.

Key Deliverables

• Board‑approved annual budget and any mid‑year budget adjustments, prepared and reviewed on schedule.
• Regular financial reports to the Board (e.g., quarterly dashboards or packets) that clearly present income, expenses, cash position, and key variances.
• Up‑to‑date and Board‑approved financial policies (e.g., internal controls, reserves, investment) reviewed on an agreed cycle.
• Completed annual audit or financial review with findings presented to the Board and documented follow‑up on recommendations.
• Clear, documented explanation of RfC’s financial position and trends at least annually (e.g., “state of the finances” discussion).

Time Commitment and Term

• Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors and relevant committee meetings (e.g., Finance, Audit).
• Allocate sufficient time to review financial reports, meet with the Executive Director and finance staff/consultants as needed, and prepare board‑level financial updates.
• Time commitment will typically exceed that of a general board member (for example, 6–12 hours per month), depending on organizational complexity, budget size, and committee structure, to be defined by RfC.
• Serve a term as defined in RfC’s bylaws for the office of Treasurer, with eligibility for renewal or re‑election as permitted.

Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit or business financial management, accounting, or related fields (e.g., finance, budgeting, audit).
• Ability to read and interpret financial statements and translate them for board members who are not financial specialists.
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial practices, restricted and unrestricted funding, and grant compliance (or willingness to learn).
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to fiduciary responsibility.
• Comfort working with financial software, spreadsheets, and digital reporting tools.
• Commitment to RfC’s mission, values, and high standards of transparency and accountability.

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Position Title: Board Secretary
Organization: Relief for Children (RfC)
Location: Remote/Hybrid (Global)
Time Commitment:
Compensation: (Unpaid volunteer)

About Relief for Children

Relief for Children (RfC) is a child-focused, community-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the wellbeing, protection, and opportunities of children in Ghana through education, health, and empowerment programs in partnership with local communities and global supporters.

Position Overview

The Board Secretary is a key officer of Relief for Children’s Board of Directors responsible for ensuring accurate records, effective documentation of board actions, and strong governance processes. The Secretary supports the Board Chairperson and Executive Director by managing board documentation, overseeing official records, and helping ensure compliance with legal and policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Governance Records and Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of the Board of Directors, including current roster, officer roles, committee memberships, and terms of service.
• Ensure that the Board’s actions are properly documented through minutes, resolutions, and written consents in accordance with RfC’s bylaws and applicable law.
• Maintain the official repository (physical or digital) of board minutes, policies, and key governance documents, ensuring secure storage and organized access.
• Track board and committee meeting attendance and support follow‑up where attendance or participation is a concern.

Meetings and Agendas

• Work with the Board Chairperson and Executive Director to develop and finalize board meeting agendas that clearly indicate decisions, discussion items, and time allocations.
• Ensure that board members receive meeting notices, agendas, and materials in a timely manner, consistent with bylaws and board policies.
• Record accurate, impartial minutes of board meetings that capture key discussions, decisions, votes, and action items.
• Support committee chairs in documenting committee meetings, ensuring that committee minutes or reports are filed and shared with the full Board as appropriate.

Governance Compliance and Policies

• Help ensure that Relief for Children adheres to governance requirements outlined in bylaws, articles of incorporation, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintain a current set of board policies (e.g., conflict of interest, whistleblower, document retention, board code of conduct) and ensure that updated versions are circulated and archived.
• Coordinate the annual conflict of interest disclosure process and ensure that signed forms are collected, filed, and available for review.
• Support the Board Chairperson and Governance/Nominating Committee in maintaining and updating governance documents, including bylaws and board charters.

Coordination with the Executive Director and Global Team

• Coordinate with the Executive Director (and any designated staff support) on preparing and distributing board materials, including reports from the Executive Director and Directors of Global Programs, Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Partnerships, and Research and Knowledge Management.
• Ensure that board requests for information to the Executive Director and Global Team are clearly documented and tracked through to resolution.
• Help maintain a clear calendar of key organizational and governance milestones (budget approvals, strategic plan reviews, audits, major policy reviews) and ensure they are reflected in board agendas.

Member and Stakeholder Records

• Maintain an accurate record of organizational membership or key stakeholder lists if required by RfC’s bylaws or local regulations.
• Ensure that notices for annual meetings (if applicable), elections, or special meetings are issued and recorded according to governing documents.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate and approved minutes for all board and general meetings, filed within an agreed timeframe (e.g., 2–4 weeks) after each meeting.
• Current and well‑organized digital archive of:
  • Board and committee minutes and agendas
  • Governance policies and bylaws
  • Board roster, terms, and officer records
  • Conflict of interest disclosures and key compliance documents
• Annual calendar of board and committee meetings and governance actions, updated and shared with the Board and Executive Director.
• Documented processes for agenda development, material distribution, and minute approval that are consistently followed.

Time Commitment and Term

• Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors, as well as the annual meeting and relevant committee meetings.
• Prepare for each meeting by reviewing materials and coordinating with the Board Chairperson and Executive Director.
• Average time commitment may range from 6–10 hours per month, depending on meeting frequency and organizational needs (to be tailored by RfC).
• Serves a term as defined in Relief for Children’s bylaws, with eligibility for renewal or re‑election as permitted.

Qualifications

• Prior experience serving on a nonprofit board or in an organizational governance, legal, or administrative role preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple documents and timelines.
• Excellent writing and note‑taking skills, with the ability to summarize discussions clearly and neutrally.
• Familiarity with nonprofit governance practices, board responsibilities, and basic legal and compliance requirements (or willingness to learn).
• Comfort using digital tools for document management, virtual meetings, and secure recordkeeping.
• Commitment to Relief for Children’s mission, values, confidentiality standards, and ethical practices.

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Position Title: Board Member at-Large
Organization: RfC Relief for Children (RfC)
Location: Remote/Hybrid (Global)
Time Commitment:
Compensation: (Unpaid volunteer)

About Relief for Children

Relief for Children (RfC) is a child-focused, community-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the wellbeing, protection, and opportunities of children in Ghana through education, health, and empowerment programs in partnership with local communities and global supporters.

Position Overview

A Board Member At-Large serves as a voting member of RfC’s Board of Directors, contributing to governance, strategic direction, and resource development without a specific officer role. At-large members support the mission by bringing their expertise, networks, and judgment to board deliberations, committee work, and ambassadorship on behalf of RfC.

Key Responsibilities

Governance and Oversight

• Uphold and model RfC’s mission, vision, and values in all board activities.
• Fulfill fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience by preparing for and actively participating in board and relevant committee meetings.
• Review and approve major organizational decisions, including strategy, annual plans, budgets, and key policies.
• Monitor organizational performance, risk, and impact through regular review of reports from the Executive Director and key Directors (Global Programs, Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Partnerships, Research and Knowledge Management, and Finance).

Strategic Support and Thought Partnership

• Contribute knowledge, experience, and perspective to multi‑year strategy, annual priorities, and major organizational initiatives.
• Provide informed, constructive input on program direction, research and knowledge use, communications and brand, partnerships, and fundraising strategies.
• Serve as a sounding board for the Board Chairperson and Executive Director on key issues, as requested.

Committees and Special Assignments

• Serve on at least one board committee (e.g., Finance, Governance/Nominating, Programs, Development/Fundraising, Audit) or working group, depending on skills and organizational needs.
• Take on special assignments as requested by the Board Chairperson or committee chairs, such as participating in task forces, advising on specific projects, or supporting board recruitment.

Fundraising and Resource Development

• Make a personally meaningful annual financial contribution to RfC, consistent with the board’s giving expectations.
• Support fundraising by:
  • Identifying and introducing potential donors, partners, and supporters.
  • Participating in cultivation and stewardship activities (meetings, events, calls, thank‑you outreach).
  • Advocating for RfC’s case for support within personal and professional networks.

Ambassadorship and Partnerships

• Act as an informed ambassador for RfC in relevant communities and networks.
• Help elevate RfC’s profile by sharing its work, impact, and learning in appropriate forums (professional associations, conferences, community events, etc.).
• When appropriate, support the Executive Director and Directors (Global Programs, Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Partnerships, Research and Knowledge Management, and Finance) by opening doors to strategic partnerships, learning opportunities, and platforms.

Support to the Executive Director and Leadership

• Maintain a constructive relationship with the Executive Director built on respect, clear roles, and open communication through the Board Chair.
• Provide feedback and questions that help strengthen organizational performance while respecting management authority over day‑to‑day operations.
• Participate in the Executive Director’s performance review process if requested by the Board Chairperson (e.g., through confidential input or participation in a review committee).

Key Deliverables

• Consistent, prepared participation in board and committee meetings, including completion of pre‑reads and timely responses to board communications.
• Documented contribution to at least one committee or special task/working group each year.
• Annual financial contribution in line with board giving expectations, plus documented participation in fundraising or ambassadorship activities.
• Constructive engagement in at least one major strategic discussion or decision annually (e.g., strategic plan, budget, major policy, or initiative).

Time Commitment and Term

• Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors (and the annual meeting), as well as assigned committee meetings.
• Prepare for meetings by reviewing materials in advance and following up on agreed actions.
• Average time commitment may range from 4–8 hours per month, depending on meeting frequency, committee work, and organizational needs (to be specified by RfC).
• Serve a term as defined in RfC’s bylaws for Board Members At-Large, with eligibility for renewal or re‑election as permitted.

Qualifications

• Commitment to RfC’s mission, values, and ethical standards in work with children, families, and communities.
• Willingness to understand and uphold nonprofit governance responsibilities and the distinction between governance and management.
• Relevant experience or expertise in one or more areas such as: international development, child protection, education, health, research and evaluation, communications, marketing, fundraising, finance, law, HR, or organizational development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse board members and staff.
• Integrity, sound judgment, and willingness to ask difficult questions and make informed decisions in the best interests of RfC.

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