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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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Board Secretary

We provide 4 sets of services : Mobility Hires, Repairs, Social Inclusion Events, Advocacy.
The secretarial role would involve key responsibilities such as:


  • Pre-planning dates for the year ahead to diarise board meetings - ensuring we are in quorate

  • Record and Distribute Minutes - Noting Actions - Progressing Reports

  • Online OSCR and Companies House Updates

  • Part of a cohesive team overseeing the business plans, strategy and decision making

  • Participating in the annual Away Day and AGM


Experience required

Knowledge of third sector would be an advantage, as would experience of mobility disabilities - but not essential
Good communication skills

Travel details

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We are based in a car park, therefore you are able to park your car.
Normally and more recently we have been conducting zoom meetings
Face to face meetings / events / away days are held in different locations

Travel expenses

Up to £5 per day for lunch whilst conducting company business / meetings
Travel expenses whether that be using your own vehicle to recover fuel costs @ 45p per mile
Overnight travel and accommodation costs when you are representing our company

Support
Training details

Full Induction Programme
Ongoing Training and Development
Lunch and travel expenses when covering events / meetings
Branded Uniform

Taster

  • Meet team, Board Members, Staff, Volunteers

  • Update on H&S and HR policies and procedures

  • Overview of where we've been, where we are and our aspirations / strategy


Restrictions

Minimum age: 16
No restrictions apply

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
Board Meet 4 times per year - can be anytime as long as we're in quorate and prepared for meeting AGM takes place 1 day - normally in February Away Day takes place 1 day - normally in August Events take place during the year - there's no obligation for you to participate, but you may wish to do so for some

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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