Honorary Treasurer

  • Job Reference: 00002979-1
  • Date Posted: 10 September 2026
  • Recruiter: CILIP ILIG
  • Location: UK Wide
  • Salary: Upon Application
  • Sector: Volunteer
  • Job Type: Contract, Temporary, Part-time
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Job Description

Call for expressions of interest for the role of Honorary Treasurer for CILIP ILIG

 

Who are we?

International Library and Information Group (ILIG) is a CILIP Special Interest Group (SIG) of librarians devoted to a shared special interest in global librarianship.

What do we do?

CILIP ILIG runs regular online and occasional face-to-face events about international librarianship best practice and networking.  Our Journal, Focus, is published electronically 2-3 per year, and has a proud 50+ year history.  We are always looking for contributions and articles (see the Focus page for more information).

Currently, we offer one bursary, the annual Alan Hopkinson (IFLA) Award, intended to help fund attendance at the annual IFLA Conference.  CILIP also entrust us to look after the triennial Anthony Thomson (UK) Award, but this UK library study tour award is currently under review and not offered – see our Awards/Bursaries page for more information.

Job Description

We are looking for an Honorary Treasurer to join the committee. The role includes the following:

  1. Maintain accurate financial records and manage payments for ILIG committee activities and events, ensuring compliance with CILIP’s Treasurer Guidelines and Expenses Policy
  2. Complete annual financial reporting templates for CILIP HQ including quarterly and annual financial returns
  3. Present a clear financial summary at as part of annual Business Plan process and Committee meetings
  4. Participate in financial planning and budgeting for the committee’s activities, e.g. paying event invoices and administering bursary payments
  5. Advise the Chair and committee on financial matters and implications of decisions
  6. Liaise with CILIP’s Finance Team, Unity Trust Bank and CCLA to ensure smooth financial operations
  7. Attend committee meetings and contribute to wider committee discussions and decisions
  8. Support all ILIG activities including facilitating online events and promoting membership of CILIP and ILIG

Expressions of Interest

Expressions of interest outlining relevant experience can be sent to Chair.ILIG@Cilip.org.uk by 15th October 2026. Please feel free to include any questions you have about the role.