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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Chair Person

Providing leadership for the board of trustees in their role of setting the strategy and policy of the organisation; 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; protect and manage the property of the organisation; attend meetings and read papers in advance of meetings; attend sub-committee meetings as appropriate; 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.

Experience required

leadership ability; integrity, strategic vision and good, independent judgement; a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as Chair and trustee; ability to take decisions for the good of the organisation;
good communication skills;
tact and diplomacy; willingness to speak one’s mind and listen to the views of others; an ability to work effectively as a member of a team
understanding of the legal responsibilities and liabilities of a trustee.

Travel details

Focus Centre, Livingstone Place, Galashiels.

Support
Training details

Network Coordinator will assist with initial training. Brain injury training is offered through Headway UK.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 24

Frequency & commitment
12 - 14 hours per month.Days and times to be confirmed.

Volunteers (aged 24-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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