Museum Trustee

• Scottish Fisheries Museum Trust

• VO103151

Located in Anstruther, the Scottish Fisheries Museum was founded in 1969, to collect, record and interpret the history of the fishing industry in Scotland. The museum is a registered charity, and holds over 65,000 artefacts, including two operational vessels. It is an Accredited museum and holds a Recognised collection of national significance.

As a Board Member, you will play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation, fostering excellence, and contributing to the enrichment of the communities it serves.

This role would suit passionate people committed to the values of The Scottish Fisheries Museum, who are able to offer their time to support its strategic direction.

The Museum wants to connect with and learn from a variety of perspectives and networks, especially those currently under-represented within our organisation. You wouldn’t be expected to represent specific groups, but to bring your full self, life experience and unique lens.

Experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Trustees are selected on the basis of skills and expertise gained in their personal lives and professional occupations. They bring to the Board management knowledge and expertise directly linked to their employment history, voluntary experience, including:

• Experience in non-profit governance and/or leadership

• Financial or other expertise, including property, budgeting, financial analysis, and risk management

• Knowledge or background in the legal and/or education and skills field

• Understanding of the cultural heritage and tourism sectors and the challenges they face

• Understanding of the fisheries and marine environmental sectors and the challenges they face

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with other board members and staff

Travel details

Scottish Fisheries Museum, St Ayles, Harbourhead, Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3AB.

Meetings are every two months, on-site and online.

Travel expenses

The Museum will reimburse any pre-approved travel or out-of-pocket expenses incurred for the purpose of volunteering. This includes:

· Travel to/from external training

· Travel undertaken in the course of volunteering (e.g. outreach activity at an external venue)

· Travelling to/from the museum when volunteering

Travel to/from the museum is capped at £8.00 via public transport based on the cost of a Stagecoach North East Fife DayRider. Travel to/from the museum via car is capped at 45p per mile travelled up to 15 miles per trip.

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Training details

Initial induction and background information on the Trust, Committee structures, strategic planning and wider sector; ongoing mentoring and support from existing Board Members and the Chair. Access to external training and development as required.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Fife.

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