How to get involved
We are a grass-roots organisation built on the simple principle that millions of people all over the world take action to better themselves, their communities and the world. Please, join us any way you can or will.
Programmes
We run our own global programmes for youth empowerment, and work with our partners on shared programmes. Find out what and where, and how you can take part.
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Jobs & Placements
Where we have paid staff roles to join the Staff Team at World YMCA, we advertise them; where we take on ‘staff placements’ for short-term assignments, we also let you know. Come and work for us and with us if you can, and consult the Global Directory to approach your national or local YMCA.
Director of Finance and Administration
A brilliant opportunity to anchor the work of one of the world’s largest youth empowerment organisations, in the sound management of its financial and human resources.
World YMCA seeks to appoint a new Director of Finance and Administration. Reporting to the Secretary General and as part of the Senior Leadership Team, this role is crucial for overseeing the organization’s financial operations and supporting its global mission.
The responsibilities include strategic financial management, such as budgeting and forecasting, as well as managing day-to-day financial operations, accounting services, and compliance with financial reporting requirements. The role also involves overseeing investment management, ensuring compliance with tax and legal regulations, and managing risks.
Additionally, the Director will manage the Finance and Administration team, ensuring they meet critical deadlines and maintain a high standard of service across the organization’s financial and property management functions. A key element of the role is to manage the human resources functions of a team of 12 people, including staff recruitment, payroll, and fostering a positive organizational culture.
World YMCA seeks an exceptional candidate who should be a qualified accountant with at least ten years of senior-level audit or financial management experience, possessing strong analytical, diplomatic and communications skills, and being at ease with the Christian ethos of the organisation and its expression in inclusiveness. The role may also require travel and involves significant leadership and compliance responsibilities to support the organization’s strategic goals and ensure financial sustainability.
Applications should be sent to hr@ymca.int by 31 May 2024.
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Volunteer
The vast majority of those who work for YMCA are volunteers, and many of them are young people, often in their first job. We are a very special goodwill organisation giving opportunity both to those who work for us, and those we serve.
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