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We are looking for motivated and committed individuals who share the Charity’s values and bring experience and expertise at a strategic level in one or more of the following areas:

• Youth & Community Development Work, we would particularly welcome expertise in safeguarding and/or Digital Youth Work
• Digital Expertise, we would particularly welcome expertise in either online learning or data collection and analysis to inform service delivery and development

A strong profile in the third, public or corporate sector would be advantageous.

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo induction training and attend the Board meeting and AGM on the 27th February, to be held digitally.

We encourage applications from all sections of society however we would be particularly interested in applications from individuals who identify as Transgender or Non-Binary, disabled people and people from a BAME background.

We are Scotland’s Armed Forces Children’s Charity

Enable | Empower | Thrive

Young people are at the heart of everything we do. Our ambitious, innovative and impactful projects enable children and young people, from Armed Forces communities across Scotland, to develop in confidence, find their own voice and speak up for what they feel most passionate about. What’s more, our services support our children and young people to realise their potential and explore a wide range of positive futures. Our charity also awards grant funding to Armed Forces families and now, more than ever, we remain passionate and committed to supporting families living through considerable crisis as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. This is your opportunity to join our charity as a Trustee, and we are looking for your passion, commitment and drive to support Armed Forces children and their families thrive across Scotland, during an exciting period of organisational change and development in services.

About the role

We are looking for Trustees who share our vision and values and who have the energy, integrity, passion and skills to drive forward a successful and dynamic future for our charity. Our Trustees are volunteers, who are responsible for the strategic direction of the charity’s services, business plan and organisational policies as well as monitoring the performance of the CEO and team. Our Board of Trustees meet four times a year and consists of up to nine members.

We warmly encourage applications from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences, and we are particularly keen on candidates with knowledge and expertise within children’s social care, young people’s mental health and wellbeing as well as children’s rights. As a military charity, it is also important that we strive to ensure those who have served or have gained considerable experience working within the veterans sector are reflected within our Board of Trustees.

We are Scotland’s Armed Forces Children’s Charity

Enable | Empower | Thrive

Young people are at the heart of everything we do. Our ambitious, innovative and impactful projects enable children and young people, from Armed Forces communities across Scotland, to develop in confidence, find their own voice and speak up for what they feel most passionate about. What’s more, our services support children and young people to realise their potential and explore a wide range of positive futures. Our charity also awards grant funding to Armed Forces families and now, more than ever, we remain passionate and committed to supporting families living through considerable crisis as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. This is your opportunity to join our charity as a Trustee, and we are looking for your passion, commitment and drive to support Armed Forces children and their families thrive across Scotland, during an exciting period of organisational change and development in services.

About the role

We are looking for Trustees who share our vision and values and who have the energy, integrity, passion and skills to drive forward a successful and dynamic future for our charity. Our Trustees are volunteers, who are responsible for the strategic direction of the charity’s services, business plan and organisational policies as well as monitoring the performance of the CEO and team. Our Board of Directors meet four times a year and consists of up to nine members. Our Treasurer, alongside the aforementioned Trustee responsibilities, will be responsible for overseeing many of the charity’s financial operations and, therefore, this role requires specific experience and competencies. For instance, you will have achieved Chartered Accountant status and be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of charity finance and fundraising.

The main duties of the role include:

• Overseeing the financial affairs of the charity, ensuring that they are legal, constitutional and within accounting good practice.

• Ensuring proper records are kept and stored in accordance with good practice and that control measures are effectively managed.

• Monitoring and providing reports with regard to the financial health of the charity.

• Overseeing the production of financial reports, returns, accounts and audits.

We warmly encourage applications from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences, and we are particularly keen in candidates with knowledge and expertise within children’s social care, young people’s mental health and wellbeing as well as children’s rights. As a military charity, it is also important that we strive to ensure those who have served or have gained considerable experience working within the veterans sector are reflected within our Board of Directors.

Overview

Dads Rock is one of Scotland’s fastest growing charities, improving outcomes for children by supporting their Dads and families. We currently have three vacancies to join our dynamic and diverse voluntary Board team at an exciting time, as we continue our national expansion across Scotland – and beyond!

We are looking for three highly engaged Trustees who will bring a diverse range of skills and experience to our Board, contributing meaningfully and effectively to the ongoing development and execution of the Dads Rock Strategy.

We are particularly interested in applications from individuals with experience and skills in HR / Employment Law, Finance and Digital.

Previous Board experience is not required, but proven experience in a senior leadership role would be advantageous.

About us

Dads Rock is an ambitious, fast-growing Charity, based in Edinburgh and delivering services across Scotland’s central belt, as we develop our national strategy to expand across Scotland.

We exist to improve outcomes for children across Scotland, to ensure they have the best start in life by supporting their Dads and families. Our services include Dads Antenatal workshops, Dads and children playgroups, Music lessons, Young Dad support and more.

Our vision is that through us achieving our aim, there will be a larger shift in society toward accepting the vital role Dads play.

Read more about the Aims of Dads Rock here:Aims

See our 2019/20 impact video here:2019and our Apr-Oct 2020 impact video here:2020