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If you or your child have ever been involved with Guiding, this is your perfect chance to give something back without too much commitment. We are a friendly, inclusive group who like to work together to ensure that the hall is safe for users. In order for the Kirkwall Guide Hall to run smoothly, we have a committee that oversee various aspects including general maintenance, cleaning and fundraising. There are a number of roles within the committee: • General Committee members • Chair • Secretary • Treasurer • Hall Lets • Fire safety officer

Build your experience and share your skills as a Chair Person for Headway South Lanarkshire. This role is vital to help us run the work that we do to support and provide information for people with brain injury, their families and carers. Duties: The role is varied and may include the following: Planning the annual cycle of board meetings and set the agendas; chairing and facilitating the board meetings; giving directions to board policy making; monitoring that decisions taken at board meetings are implemented; representing the organisation at appropriate events, meetings or functions; acting as a spokesperson for the organisation where appropriate; attend monthly board meetings, participate in other tasks as they arise from time to time, such as interviewing new staff, helping with fundraising; keep informed about the activities of the organisation and wider issues which affect its work. The meetings will be held online and then face to face when appropriate. We will provide training so you can learn new skills and you will be able to attend regional meetings for peer support and a friendly social aspect. Meetings will be held online and face to face when appropriate. Training , learning new skills, attending regional meetings, the knowledge that you have helped to improve someone's life.

Build your experience and share your skills as a Chair Person for Headway South Lanarkshire. This role is vital to help us run the work that we do to support and provide information for people with brain injury, their families and carers. Duties: The Vice Chair will assist the Chair in planning the annual cycle of board meetings and set the agendas chairing and facilitating the board meetings when the Chair is not available, monitoring that decisions taken at board meetings are implemented representing the organisation at appropriate events, meetings or functions where appropriate acting as a spokesperson for the organisation where appropriate attend monthly meetings, participate in other tasks as they arise from time to time, such as interviewing new staff, helping with fundraising keep informed about the activities of the organisation and wider issues which affect its work.

Build your experience and share your skills as a Secretary for Headway South Lanarkshire. This role is vital to help us run the work that we do to support and provide information for people with brain injury, their families and carers. The secretary plays a vital role in assisting the committee organise the smooth running of the support group. Duties: Preparing for meetings • Sending notices of all meetings to members within the time required by the governing document • Making arrangements for meetings – booking rooms, arranging refreshments, ensuring access for all attending • Preparing the agenda in consultation with the Chair and distributing the agenda with any background papers • Checking that members have carried out tasks agreed at the previous meeting. . Participating in meetings • Ensuring that the minutes of the previous meeting are accurate, agreed and signed and dated on each page by the Chair • Taking and producing minutes of the meeting, noting the names of those attending and apologies, major decisions, any votes taken and agreed further actions • Distributing minutes in a timely manner.

Trustees for LDVG have responsibility for governance of the Charity and overseeing the management and administration of the organisation. Trustees have, and must accept, ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of LDVG, ensuring that it is solvent and well run, delivering quality services for people in Larkhall and District for which it was set up. Trustees are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public, funders and service users. Specific Duties and Responsibilities • Oversee and present budgets, accounts, and financial statements • Be assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs • Ensure that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy • Prepare and present financial reports to the Board • Ensure that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place • Liaise with the Charity Manager about financial matters • Ensure that the charity has an appropriate investment policy (if required) • Ensure the organisation’s compliance with legislation • Ensure that equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured • Ensure that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies – OSCR and Companies House • Ensure that the accounts are scrutinised by the independent examiner and any recommendations are implemented • Keep the Board informed of it’s financial duties and responsibilities • Make a formal presentation of the accounts at the AGM • Sit on appointment, disciplinary and grievance panels as required Some of the tasks above may be delegated to a member of staff however the Treasurer must ensure they are carried out. The general responsibilities of this role include - Governance • To be an active member of the board, helping to give the organisation strategic direction • To actively contribute at board meetings and help to monitor the implementation of decisions taken at meetings • Contribute to the setting of policy, objectives and adherence to, thereafter • Ensure the financial stability of the organisation and ensure sound risk management • To approve audited accounts • To protect and manage the property of the charity • Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law and other relevant regulations • Ensure compliance with OSCR and charity law, ensuring annual returns and accounts are submitted in a timely manner • The requirement for Trustees to act with integrity and avoid any personal conflicts of interest or misuse of charity funds or assets. Leadership • Safeguard the good name and the values of the charity • Raise the public profile of the organisation • Provide leadership to support staff to deliver high quality services at all times, as well as manage periods of change or difficulty • To represent LDVG as necessary • To develop and approve the organisation's vision and values. • To promote the reputation of the organisation. Strategy • To review and agree any major changes to the organisation • To regularly assess the environment and develop the organisation's business strategy • To agree the annual organisational plan, implementing the business strategy. Performance Management • To monitor and assess the organisation's results in relation to the agreed strategy, budget, and plan • To agree alternative action to remedy shortfalls in performance. Risk Management • To monitor a robust overview of the principal risks facing the charity • To exercise scrutiny over the charity's risk management systems • Use funds wisely, and only to further the purposes and interests of the charity • Exercise reasonable care and skills as Trustees, using personal knowledge and experience to ensure that LDVG is run effectively and efficiently

BASE (https://www.basefife.org.uk/) is a Scottish Registered Charity established in 2005 by blind and partially sighted people. The management committee has nine Trustees and one co-opted member, the majority of whom are sight impaired. BASE depends entirely on fundraising from donations and applications to charitable trusts. BASE supports people with sight impairment resident in NE Fife by offering a monthly programme of social activities, including visits to places of interest, theatre visits, museums and outdoor activities. BASE is supported by a team of volunteers providing transport and guiding. BASE’s long serving secretary is standing down in November, having served since 2005. The secretary’s role includes: arranging committee meetings (every 6-10 weeks), arranging the AGM, circulating agendas and minutes, compiling the annual report, dealing with all correspondence, holding all records, finding funding opportunities and completing applications, processing membership applications, website liaison, sending treasurer receipts, travel expenses etc. Support with the role, including a handover from the current post-holder is available. Tasks should take around 3 hours per week.

Dress for Success Scotland aims to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing professional clothing, a network of support, and personal skills to help them thrive in work as well as life. Our boutique and office is based in Glasgow city centre. We have recently taken on our first two funded employees and are now offering 'Finding Your Future' training programmes in addition to our personal styling services. Dress for Success Scotland is in an exciting period of growth and needs to grow its Board too. We are looking for people who have a passion for supporting women towards financial independence to join our Board. We would particularly welcome people with marketing, business development, fundraising, IT or social media experience. If you can spare time to attend 4- 6 Board meetings a year (usually held in the early evening and can be remote) plus some time to help with fundraising and events and/or your specialism if you have one then we'd love to share our story and hear yours. If you are interested, please click "Apply", and we'll be in touch to arrange a chat and a visit to the centre. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org.

Are you passionate about positive mental health? Do you believe in the strength of community? Do you have a few hours to spare every 6-8 weeks (minimum commitment)? We are seeking to appoint new members of the Board of Trustees to support Changes strategic development. Our Trustees are there to lead, control and supervise the organisation’s activities. The main responsibilities of a Trustee are detailed below (Scottish Charity for Voluntary Organisation definitions): • 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.

Fancy making a difference? We are run entirely by volunteers who give up their own time to help us. There are two main types of volunteers: the uniformed Leaders and the Executive Committee. We help volunteers get the most out of their experiences by providing opportunities for adventure, training, fun and friendship. The Scout Association award-winning training scheme for volunteers means that adults get as much from Scouts as young people. The approach focuses on what you want to get out of volunteering with Scouts, while respecting how much time you can offer. Over 90% of Scout volunteers say that their skills and experiences have been useful in their work or personal life. In Scouting, our adults have a responsibility to make sure that the Programme is fun and exciting. We must also make sure that it is safe. The Scout Association’s policies, rules, code of behaviour, advice on Child Protection and safety policy are there to ensure our young people stay safe while they enjoy themselves and learn. Volunteering for Scouting is one of the most fun, rewarding and positive things you can ever do. You can give as much or a little time you like and we will match opportunities that fit your skills and time available. If you would like to have fun and make friends, earn professional qualifications and make a real difference to the lives of young people please volunteer with us.

Lochlan’s Legacy is a charity which raises awareness and understanding of type 1 diabetes, reducing stigma, breaking down barriers, promoting youth voice and building a strong community. Lochlan’s Legacy is led by our founder, Lochlan Murdoch BCyA, who is fourteen years old. The charity has been working since 2020 and our work includes raising awareness of Type 1 diabetes in sport, and setting up our youth group 'T1D and ME - Giving Youth a Voice'. Come and be part of something incredible, driven by our iWill Ambassador Lochlan. We are currently looking for Media/Content Creation Volunteers for writing, reviewing, editing, and updating media content. This could be the ideal opportunity for someone looking to gain some experience in media.