ELGT is looking to appoint an Interim Finance & Office Manager to have responsibility for the management of financial and accounting functions and to assist the Chief Executive in the smooth and efficient operation of the Trust. You will be responsible for all aspects of the administration of the Trust, whilst ensuring that the office is run cost effectively in compliance with legal obligations.

We are looking for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic self-starter, with an excellent track record of managing a modern office environment and ability to maintain all areas of responsibility, including finance, HR, IT and general administration.

Grow West Fife is a community garden based in a walled garden near Culross in Fife. We were set up by a group of volunteers during the first lockdown of 2020 to grow vegetables for local pantries and food banks.

As we move into an exciting time for the garden when we hope to welcome more individuals and groups to the garden and increase our activities, we are looking for trustees who can help us grow. We are particularly keen to recruit people with specialist skills in:

• Accounting & Finance

• Community engagement

• Volunteer engagement

• Marketing, PR and social media

• Community gardens

• Growing vegetables

• Management / Project management

• HR

We welcome applications from people of all genders, abilities, ethnic origins and ages, and will appoint entirely on merit.

Duties of a Grow West Fife trustee

• Ensure the charity adheres to its objectives as set out in the governing documents

• Work collectively ensure that GWF has a clear mission, aims and strategic direction which are adhered to

• Contribute to the drawing up of annual plans and help oversee their implementation

• Attend 6 board meetings per year - either at the garden or on Zoom

• Provide specialist support and insight where needed

• Be an ambassador for the garden, seek out opportunities to further the charity’s aims

• Oversee the management of the garden

• Ensure the good governance of the project

• Ensure proper accounting procedures are in place and adhered to

• Assist in funding applications where appropriate

• Assist in preparation of the annual report and accounts

• Take part in the monitoring and evaluation of Grow West Fife activities

Responsibilities of a trustee:

• Set and maintain the vision, mission and values of the organisation.

• Develop direction, strategy and planning.

• Ensure the organisation has the structure and resources for its work.

• Establish policies and procedures to govern organisational activity, including guidance for the board, volunteers and staff.

• Establish systems for reporting and monitoring.

• Manage risk and ensure compliance and accountability with the governing document, external regulators and the law.

• Make certain that the financial affairs of the organisation are conducted properly and are accurately reported.

Playbusters have an exciting opportunity for 3 individuals to join the Board of Trustees to assist and guide our organisation as it moves forward. We are looking to recruit passionate and dynamic individuals.

Skills sought:

We are currently particularly interested in hearing from individuals with the following backgrounds or experience:

• HR/Legal
• Finance
• Education
• Youth & Community Work
• Third Sector within Glasgow
• Individuals living or working in the North East of Glasgow

However, we do have a few spaces available, so please do still get in touch if interested but have a different skillset to the above.

Commitment to the Charity:

As a minimum, you need to be able to commit to:

• Frequently attending board meetings, of which there are approximately 8 per year (every six weeks, on a weekday evening, for 2.5 hours)
• Attending infrequent development or strategic planning sessions (usually no more than once per year)

From time to time other short life working groups may be established by the board to progress particular pieces of work. In addition, individual trustees may agree to work closely with member(s) of the staff team on a specific issue, depending on their own skills and areas of expertise.

More widely trustees are expected to advocate on Playbusters behalf using a wide range of networks and may become involved in supporting and representing Playbusters at fundraising or other events.

Organisation Profile:

Playbusters supports some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people across the East End of Glasgow; including young people, families and the wider community. We provide opportunities for children and young people to socialise and take part in positive activities to improve health and wellbeing in a safe and secure environment and for their families and wider community to connect and form relationships.

The Open Door Edinburgh are recruiting Directors for our amazing charity. We are especially interested in recruiting an Honorary Treasurer

Are you, or someone you know, inspirational, dynamic and looking to volunteer to help direct a great charity for a few hours per month?

The Open Door Edinburgh is a well-established, community organisation, delivering person-centred daycare services for older adults, to support wellbeing and to help reduce loneliness and isolation.

As a Director, you will be able to use and develop your experience and expertise to help guide and direct our organisation. We would welcome experience in one or more of the following areas of work:

• Social isolation
• Older people ageing well
• Mental Health Awareness
• Good Governance
• Finance
• Business Planning
• Fundraising
• Income Generation
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Legal

We are keen to find dedicated individuals, who are willing to give the necessary time and effort to contribute to strategic planning, take part in events and support excellence in learning, development, delivery and training.

This is a voluntary, unpaid role and travel expenses will be reimbursed. Board meetings are typically held every 6 weeks and attendance at our AGM is encouraged.

As PDR Database Officer, you will be an integral and core team member and work proactively in our People Development and Relationships Team.

In this role you will gain excellent experience in the full remit of HR work. The role is very varied and the post holder will require to be both reactive and sensitive to the HR issues arising within the organisation at any given time. This post is requires you to have in depth knowledge of and notable experience with iTrent, our HR database

We need you to be innovative, proactive, comfortable working on your own initiative, adaptable, supportive, diplomatic and discreet, with strong time management skills. We are also looking for an individual with the ability to build and develop good relationships at all levels. In return, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of this respected charity and gain fantastic HR experience as part of our small, friendly team.

Essential experience and skills required for this role:

• Sound HR Administration experience
• Excellent IT skills and proficiency in the use of HR software, Microsoft Office and also maintaining and enhancing the HR system
• Good working knowledge of Midland HR iTrent software
• Knowledge of the legal requirements of the recruitment process including but not limited to eligibility to work in the UK processes
• Excellent team work skills
• Excellent organisational ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Above all you will be motivated by the work of Bethany Christian Trust and of being part of our on-going work to meet the needs of homeless and vulnerable people in our country.

Reachout With Arts In Mind are recruiting Directors for our award-winning charity.

Are you, or someone you know, inspirational, dynamic and looking to volunteer a few hours per month?

Reachout with Arts in Mind is an award winning, member-led, expressive arts organisation, delivering person centred creative experiences that are fun, relaxing, collaborative and educational for young people and adults, to support wellbeing.

As a director, you will be able to offer our organisation experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas of work:

• Creative Arts
• Good Governance
• Mental Health Awareness
• Finance
• Business Planning
• Fundraising
• Income Generation
• Marketing
• Human Resources

We are keen to find dedicated individuals, who are willing to give the necessary time and effort to contribute to strategic planning, take part in events and support excellence in learning, development, delivery and training.

This is a voluntary, unpaid role and travel expenses will be reimbursed. Board meetings are typically held every quarter and attendance at our AGM is encouraged.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Care Manager to help support the Care Team in delivering the highest quality service to our service users. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a dynamic and diverse high quality care service.

We are committed to quality and value-based care provision with an aim to maintain 4s and 5s care rating. Our focus is that the people we support are well cared for and also stay connected with their communities by improving health alleviating loneliness, and promoting wellbeing.

Are you ready to be part of a progressive and ambitious team and organisation?

A Little About Us:

The People & Culture Team at WDP passionately believe in equity, transparency, ethical innovation and forward thinking. We are not afraid to question the status quo, in search of the highest quality support for our clients. We are committed to working as a community of professionals to achieve beyond our individual capabilities as a unified collective.

About the role

The People Systems & Payroll Manager will provide a comprehensive service to the People and Culture Team, with particular emphasis on running payroll, managing the HR systems as well as providing generalist HR advise.

The role will involve managing the payroll life cycle from start to completion and responding to all payroll queries on a regular basis. The role will also be responsible for managing 1.5 People Administrators. The People Systems & Payroll Manager will establish and develop excellent working relationships with Internal Managers and external customers to effectively deal with complex issues and queries.

This is a brilliant opportunity to stretch the job role and influence organisational change.

WDP is committed to the ongoing professional development of all our staff. Through joining WDP, you will receive a warm welcome, peer support, extensive training, regular supervision and the chance to thrive in a lively and aspirational organisation.

Person specification

The role requires someone with strong communication, management, and IT skills.

The candidate must have previous payroll experience with an in-depth knowledge of HR/payroll processes and practices. The ability to supervise, coach and motivate others is essential for this role.

CIPD qualification is essential.

Location

The main workplace is our Central Office in St. James Park, London SW1H 9BL, with travel required to other services as and when required. Hybrid home working is available for the role subject to operational requirements.

HISA is seeking to recruit an External Trustee to join the Trustee Board of the incorporated charity. HISA is a membership organisation aligned with the University of the Highlands and Islands and is the primary representative channel between the University and its students. Our aim is to improve the lives and experiences of all students across the UHI Partnership and we do this through a dedicated team of staff and representative Officers. The Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring that it is well managed and administrated. External Trustees, of which there are four in total, bring skills, knowledge and experience from other sectors to support and develop HISA to achieve its charitable objectives.

As part of the recruitment process, Appointments & Remuneration Committee have reviewed the current skills and experience of the Trustee Board and are seeking applications from candidates with the following areas of knowledge and experience.

• Communications, Marketing and Engagement.
• Commercial Development
• Corporate Governance
• Human Resources

We are seeking a committed and engaged individual who will be able to contribute up to 2 days per month to the role. We also welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and from typically under-represented groups within our communities. We also encourage applications from the Highlands and Islands area.

Are you an individual with a particular passion and strategic vision to develop a local community owned asset with a strong, democratic value base?

Bridgend Farmhouse is a successful award winning community benefit society with charitable status based in South East Edinburgh. Following an effective campaign, it gained community ownership of the land in 2015 and has become a thriving community hub where people meet to carry out creative, physical, and purposeful activities and to share skills and knowledge with others. The organisation works to address social inequalities, reduce isolation and loneliness, strengthen community involvement, build local resilience, develop environmental education and stewardship, and support people to be active agents in their life. In 2021, Bridgend Farmhouse received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service – the highest award a voluntary group can get in the UK.

Bridgend’s Board of Directors/Trustees is elected annually from a base of 400+ community shareholders, predominantly local, who aim to create a Sociocracy model of working together. The Board is currently steering change within our community hub and after a wide consultation we are now implementing the findings of a change management process. You would be joining at an exciting time when Bridgend Farmhouse is emerging from the recent lockdowns and beginning to slowly re-engage with its local community.

Role and responsibilities of Bridgend Farmhouse Directors/Trustees:

Bridgend Farmhouse Directors/Trustees have a generic role in ensuring that the organisation meets its vision, aims, and objectives and fulfils the requirements of its regulatory bodies.

We are keen to invite people living in South East Edinburgh – with experience of governing organisations and passionate about community development – to sit on our Board of Directors/Trustees.

Directors/Trustees will:

• Collectively develop strategy and priorities for the community hub to deliver the best possible community development practice and activities.
• Monitor and track how well the Farmhouse is delivering its contracted outcomes and the results of local consultations and surveys, taking action to ensure that staff, finance, and premises are used effectively and responsibly.
• Obtain funding to ensure sustainability of Bridgend Farmhouse and monitor its finances to ensure resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Take steps to ensure that risks are identified and actions taken to minimise these.

Our Directors/Trustees are expected to:

• Be impartial – not act for any individual or group – and uphold collective decisions made by the Board.
• Question and challenge information constructively.
• Support our staff and invest in them.
• Be sensitive to the views of others inside and outside of the Board meetings.
• Create a positive culture which upholds the values and vision of Bridgend Farmhouse as a flourishing community aiming to learn, work, and grow together; promote equality and diversity; advance arts, heritage, and local culture; and encourage sustainability and environmental protection.
• Analyse and review complex issues, weigh up conflicting opinions, and reach sound and reasoned decisions.

What kind of person are we looking for?

We are particularly keen to recruit people with specialist skills in:

• Accounting & Finance
• Legal matters
• Business / Social enterprise
• Marketing & PR
• Management / Project management
• HR
• Health & Safety
• Hospitality / Events management

We consider it is our responsibility to promote diversity at the workplace. We encourage applications from all the ethnic minority backgrounds.