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CAPS Independent Advocacy
- VO67361
CAPS provides Individual Advocacy in East Lothian and Midlothian and runs several experience-led Collective Advocacy projects across Lothian. You will receive induction, training, guidance and support from CAPS staff. More information is contained within the Management Committee volunteer role description available online at www.capsadvocacy.org
Please contact Jane Crawford, CEO on 0131 273 5116, or by email: jane@capsadvocacy.org for an informal chat.
Management Committee members must not be disqualified from acting as a charity trustee. This role is subject to Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme membership. CAPS is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Scottish Charity number SC021772.
Experience required
More information is contained within the Management Committee volunteer role description available online at www.capsadvocacy.org
Travel details
Musselburgh is served by many Lothian Buses routes. The office is approximately 1 mile from Musselburgh railway station.
Travel expenses
Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance and incurred exclusively as a result of the role are paid monthly. Evidence of the expenses incurred is required for all items to be refunded.
Support
Training details
You will receive induction, training, guidance and support from CAPS staff. You will also receive external training on the Role & Responsibilities of Charity Trustees. Opportunity to attend other specific skills training as identified.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 16
You must not be disqualified from being a charity trustee.
This role is subject to Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme membership.
Availability
Frequency & commitment
2 to 3 hours meeting every 2 months; occasional special Management Committee meetings; occasional training and development days with CAPS staff; attendance at the AGM. Role requires a minimum commitment of 12 months.
Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Management Committee Member with CAPS Independent Advocacy
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Ele Davidson, CAPS Independent Advocacy
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