GIY is seeking a Financial Director to join our Board of Directors. This is a voluntary role providing strategic financial oversight to ensure growth and viability of GIY. The Financial Director will play a key role in governance, compliance, and risk management, working closely with the Board, CEO, and internal finance function.
Who We Are
GIY is a social enterprise that inspires and empowers people to reconnect to real food by growing, cooking and eating better. By inspiring, educating and supporting people to bring real food in to their everyday lives, we aim to create a healthier, more sustainable Ireland. Our headquarters, GROW HQ, in Waterford, is a national centre for food education, home to a thriving café, shop, gardens, and learning spaces.
Context
Though demand for our services remains high, in the last number of years GIY's income has fallen, particularly that from corporate CSR donations and grants, reflecting a wider sectoral challenge for non-profits (particularly those in the sustainability space was a challenging year for the organization and we took difficult steps to restructure around the new funding reality. It is in that context that we are looking to recruit new expertise to the board as we focus on building financial strength and organisation resilience for the future.
Board: Main Responsibilities
The Board of Directors oversees GIY's strategic direction, governance, and sustainability. Board members:
Provide leadership and ensure alignment with GIY's mission and values
Support the CEO and management team in achieving strategic objectives
Oversee compliance with legal and financial obligations
Ensure financial sustainability and risk management
Advocate for GIY and help grow its network of supporters
Finance Director: Main Responsibilities
In addition to general board duties, the Financial Director will:
Join the Finance and Remuneration (FAR) Subcommittee, with potential to chair in the future
Provide oversight of financial policies, controls, and compliance
Act as an authorised signatory for GIY
Support the Board in reviewing annual accounts and financial reports
Work with the CEO and Finance Manager to implement auditor recommendations
Advise on new financial procedures when necessary.
Ensure robust accounting practices are in place
Skills & Experience
We are looking for an individual with:
An accountancy qualification, ideally with at least 10 years of management experience
Experience working in or having worked in a large finance or consultancy firm or another relevant industry
An understanding of social enterprise and an appreciation of the sector
The time and commitment to fulfil the role effectively
A strong desire to implement the highest standards of governance
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Previous experience as a treasurer or finance director on the board of a CLG, charity, or social enterprise (desirable but not essential)
Time Commitment & Location
The Board meets quarterly, in person.
The FAR committee meets monthly, online
Additional Subcommittee Meetings And Ad-hoc Consultations May Be Required
The role is voluntary, but reasonable expenses may be covered
Location: Based in Ireland (required)
Application Process
The deadline for applications is Friday 27th February 2026.