Volunteer Finance Director (Part-Time, 2–3 hours per week)
Organisation: Tamar Energy Community (TEC)
Location: Flexible/Remote with occasional local meetings (West Devon and Tamar Valley area)
Time Commitment: Approx. 2–3 hours per week
Tamar Energy Community (TEC) is a community-owned social enterprise working to put people at the heart of shaping a sustainable energy future for West Devon and the Tamar Valley. We’re involved in projects that reduce carbon emissions, support energy resilience, and bring long-term community benefit.
We are seeking a Volunteer Finance Director to join our Board and play a key role in overseeing TEC’s financial health and supporting our mission. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with financial expertise who wants to make a tangible difference to the local community and to the transition to a low-carbon future.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial oversight and guidance to the Board.
- Support budgeting, financial planning, and cashflow management.
- Oversee preparation of financial reports and compliance requirements.
- Advise on investment decisions and community share offers.
- Contribute to strategic discussions and decisions as a Director.
About you:
- Strong understanding of company finances and financial management.
- Experience in preparing or reviewing management accounts and budgets.
- Confidence in advising on financial strategy and compliance.
- Knowledge of the community energy sector (desirable but not essential).
- Commitment to the values of community ownership and sustainability.
What we offer:
- The chance to make a real impact in shaping local, sustainable energy solutions.
- The opportunity to work with a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers.
- A flexible, part-time role (2–3 hours per week) that can fit around other commitments.
- A supportive environment where your expertise will be highly valued.
If you’d like to use your financial and management skills to support community-led climate action and help drive the transition to a fairer, cleaner energy future, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 How to apply:
Please send a short expression of interest outlining your relevant experience and why you’d like to join us to admin@tamarenergycommunity.com
If you have any questions regarding the job role and application, contact Kate Royston at kate.royston@tamarenergycommunity.com