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Volunteering Opportunity: VO99440

  • Board Trustee
    with Seescape.

    Created/last updated: 13/02/2024


    About this opportunity:Seascape is the leading charity provider of support services for people with visual impairment in Fife
     •  We offer a range of services including information, advice, rehabilitation, technology training, befriending and social groups
     •  They are looking for Trustees to join their Board
     •  To enable Seescape to meet its aims, the role of Trustees is to: -set and maintain the vision, mission and values -develop direction, strategy and planning -ensure the organisation has the appropriate structure and resources for its work -establish policies and procedures to govern organisational activity, including guidance for the board, volunteers and staff -establish and manage systems for reporting and monitoring -manage risk and ensure compliance and accountability with our governing document, external regulators and the law -make certain that the financial affairs of the organisation are conducted properly and are accurately reported
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:We have a yearly Board away day to develop Trustees. The Board is supported by the CEO and Operations Manager
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Reasonable travel costs are reimbursed at 45p per mile if using a private car. Public transport costs will be reimbursed on submission of receipts

    Experience required:They are keen to hear from people who have the following skills and experience: -IT / digital, including digital transformation and improvements -Accounting / finance -Business management, including planning, development and change -Human resources -Legal expertise -Accessible technology and/or digital -Fundraising and income generation -Marketing and communications

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview

    Taster available?Yes: A comprehensive induction will be provided

    Travel DetailsBoard meets 6 times per year and meetings last up to 3 hours. Meetings can be in person or via Teams. Our office is based in Glenrothes

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.