The Scottish Fisheries Museum is seeking a new Chair and Trustees to shape and guide the organisation’s future direction. We are looking for people who are committed to using their expertise and networks in support of our charitable objectives and goals.
Located in Anstruther, the Scottish Fisheries Museum was founded in 1969, to collect, record and interpret the history of the fishing industry in Scotland. The company which operates the museum is a registered charity, and the museum has expanded to occupy several adjacent properties. The charity holds over 65,000 artefacts, including historic fishing vessels and two currently operational vessels, recognised as a collection of national significance.
We are particularly looking for :
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As company Directors and charity Trustees, the Board is responsible for leadership, direction, and oversight to a small team of nineteen, mostly part time, paid staff, plus significant volunteer support, which is vitally important to the museum.
The museum has come through the difficult Covid and post Covid period, but there are undoubtedly ongoing challenges. We are looking for new Trustees, including a new Chair, to lead the organisation over the next few years. We are looking to develop our resilience, combining our local context and commitment with the perspective that comes from a nationally recognised collection, presenting an industry that continues to be of national significance.
Trustees are not remunerated but can recover expenses. Trustees have carried a heavy load recently but are aiming to move to a more regular and less demanding schedule of formal Board meetings approx. every two months, alternating between on-site and remote meetings. Trustees also contribute by serving on committees such as the Resources Committee and any ad hoc commitments including correspondence. The aim is for an annual commitment of 12-15 days.
Are you passionate about women and children’s rights? Do you have the skills, knowledge, and experience to contribute to an organisation which is making a difference in our community?
About us
CASWA offers support to women and their children who have been abused by a partner or former partner in the Caithness & Sutherland area. We work closely with a range of statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
We are looking for diverse, motivated, and enthusiastic women who are committed to our vision to join our board of directors for the organisation.
The role
“We are proud to be part of an organisation that works within the community, to support women and children who are going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. And we are proud to lead a team who are so connected to their work.”
The board sets the strategic direction of the organisation and will ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met, and best practice is promoted. As a board member, you will be required to contribute to the governance of the organisation including attending bi-monthly board meetings and the AGM. You may be asked to undertake other duties such as representing the organisation at external events or in the media; or assisting with fundraising, network or influencing work. In return you will receive all reasonable expenses, a comprehensive training and support programme and the knowledge that you have helped to make some women, children and young people in Caithness and Sutherland safer and more secure.
Are you passionate about women and children’s rights? Do you have the skills, knowledge, and experience to contribute to an organisation which is making a difference in our community?
About us
CASWA offers support to women and their children who have been abused by a partner or former partner in the Caithness & Sutherland area. We work closely with a range of statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
We are looking for a diverse, motivated, and enthusiastic woman who is committed to our vision to lead our board of directors.
The role
CASWA Board sets the strategic direction of the organisation and ensures that all legal and regulatory requirements are met, and best practice is promoted. As Chair of the Board, you will:
In return you will receive all reasonable expenses, a comprehensive training and support programme and the knowledge that you have helped to make some women, children and young people in Caithness and Sutherland safer and more secure.
RCGP Scottish Patient Forum
The Royal College of General Practitioners Scotland is recruiting new members to the RCGP Scottish Patient Forum.
As a member of our Patient Forum, you will help to ensure that the patient voice is woven through the work of RCGP Scotland.
From feeding into policy consultation responses, to assisting with the development of campaigns and College communications; members of the RCGP Scottish Patient Forum will play a key role in helping to shape the work of the College in Scotland.
The Patient Forum operates as a virtual advisory group via Microsoft Teams. There will be up to 3 virtual meetings per year plus an online forum to communicate and to progress work outside of meetings. Members of the Patient Forum will be provided with advanced notice of these meetings.
This is a voluntary role for a term of up to three years.
The Royal College of General Practitioners is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
RCGP Scotland
The Royal College of General Practitioners Scotland (RCGP Scotland) is the professional membership organisation for general practitioners in Scotland. We represent approximately 5,000 members in Scotland and our purpose is to encourage, foster and maintain the highest possible standards in general medical practice.
We are seeking a dynamic, visionary and dedicated Chair as we embark on a new and exciting chapter at the Book Festival. We are looking for someone who embodies our values and will act as a credible ambassador for the Festival whilst being able to lead the Board, motivate external support, and inspire the team.
A willingness to fully commit time to the role is necessary as well as the ability to approach the many responsibilities as Chair with enthusiasm and professionalism. This will include, but not limited to: attending Board and Committee Meetings, keeping informal contact with Trustees, team members and stakeholders as well as attending events.
The Chair will serve an initial five-year term, with the potential for the role to be extended for a further three years, at the Board’s discretion.
A new and exciting volunteering opportunity!
Are you looking for an opportunity to offer your experience and leadership skills to an innovative a growing Dundee charity?
Do you want to use your skills in finance to make a difference in the lives of the people of Dundee?
This is an excellent opportunity for a person, passionate about the proper management and flow of financial systems, to have proper influence and leadership of financial matters of an organisation.
This post would suit a person with experience in finance to have a real impact on a developing organisation at a point of growth.
ROLE - Volunteer Treasurer to the Board of Trustees
Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) is the single-door TSI for the Clackmannanshire area supporting charities, community and voluntary groups, social enterprises and volunteering. It has just launched a new three-year strategic plan in January 2024, a Volunteering Approach to a Wellbeing Economy and through this process has recognised that the board would benefit from the experience of new trustees.
Ideally, trustees will have experience of working within the outlined areas and will have a commitment to the importance of the third sector and community development. We are currently seeking trustees with expertise in health, family support and culture, heritage, and tourism.
With alcohol deaths rising and access to treatment at a ten-year low, Alcohol Focus Scotland’s role in advocating and supporting change has never been more important. Our Board has a vital role in ensuring the organisation is well-governed and able to deliver on our strategic plan.
Who we are
Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) is Scotland’s national alcohol charity, committed to preventing and reducing harm to individuals, families, communities and Scotland as a whole.
Who we are looking for
We wish to recruit up to five new Directors to join our Board. In particular, we are looking for individuals who have skills, expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas of policy, practice and governance:
Policy and practice:
Governance:
AFS is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work and Directors will be appointed on merit. We particularly welcome applications from people who will bring greater diversity to our Board, including from people with lived experience.
These positions are unpaid but travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Treasurer and Trustees Wanted
Ricefield Arts & Cultural Centre is a registered charity and social enterprise for the exploration and promotion of Chinese culture and has an excellent reputation for delivering original and inspiring creative experiences, cultural events and workshops to community groups, public institutions and arts audiences around Scotland.
We are currently looking to appoint a Treasurer to join our small Board. The Treasurer will be responsible for managing all financial matters on behalf of our organisation and will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation has robust financial processes to ensure it meets its legal and constitutional requirements. It will also be the responsibility of the Treasurer to report the financial position at the board meetings. While we encourage and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, we are keen to hear from candidates that have experience of charity financial management or are chartered in a suitable accountancy field.
All Trustees are required to attend monthly board meetings, either at our office located in the heart of Glasgow city centre or via Zoom. In addition, we ask Trustees to attend our annual board development day, important meetings with stakeholders and some events and projects, where possible. As Ricefield Arts is a social enterprise, the role also involves serving as our Board of Directors.
Please note that this is a voluntary role. Neither the Trustees nor Board of Directors receive any remuneration, however, travel expenses incurred in carrying out board duties will be fully reimbursed.
Other than the Treasurer, we also wish to appoint additional Trustee(s) with community engagement or cultural events management experience to serve our Board. Please check our website for more information.
Appointment of Chair and Member to the Scottish Commission on Social Security.
The Scottish Commission on Social Security (SCoSS) is an independent body set up in 2019 to provide independent scrutiny of the Scottish social security system and hold Scottish Ministers to account.
The Commission is separate from the Scottish Government and from the Scottish Parliament. It carries out its work independently of both, but works closely with both.
Information on the Commission’s functions are set out within Section 22 of the Social Security (Scotland Act) 2018. SCoSS’s role is made up of three parts:
Scrutinising draft regulations and publishing a report including recommendations to the Scottish Government.
Reporting on the Social Security Charter to the Scottish Government and the Scottish Parliament on whether the expectations in the Social Security Charter are being met. The Scottish Government and Social Security Scotland published the Social Security Charter in January 2019. It is called ‘Our Charter’.
Responding to requests from the Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government to report ‘on any matter relevant to social security’ when asked by either of them.
You can find out more about the Board and the work that it has done on the SCoSS webpage. This includes reports, information about the organisation and minutes of Board meetings.
Chair
The Chair will be reimbursed for reasonable travel and other expenses incurred to carry out their role, such as:
The Chair will be expected to devote up to 60 days per annum. You will be expected to attend meetings of the Body regularly, to prepare for and to contribute fully to these and to perform your other functions. Board meetings are currently held roughly every 4-6 weeks and there are often ad-hoc meetings in between as well.
Skills/Experience Required
Scottish Ministers welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds who have the following skills/knowledge/experience:
The following priority criterion:
This is in addition to either one or both of the following priority criteria:
Applicants must also provide evidence of the following essential criteria:
Members
Members will be reimbursed for reasonable travel and other expenses incurred to carry out their role, such as:
Members will be expected to devote up to 36 days per annum. You will be expected to attend meetings of the Body regularly, to prepare for and to contribute fully to these and to perform your other functions. Board meetings are currently held roughly every 4-6 weeks and there are often ad-hoc meetings in between as well.
Skills/Experience Required
Scottish Ministers welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds who have the following skills/knowledge/experience:
The following priority criterion:
Applicants must also provide evidence of the following essential criteria:
Engagement Event
There will be an online Engagement event held on Wednesday 27 March 2024 from 10:00 – 11:00, with the existing interim Co-Chairs of SCoSS. This is an opportunity to find out more about SCoSS and ask any questions that you may have. If interested in attending please email Julie.McKinney@gov.scot