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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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Branch Vice Chair (Ratho Branch)

Volunteering details

Seagull Trust Cruises, who provide short free canal cruises for the elderly, infirm, and those with special needs, are looking for a Vice Chair to support the Branch Chair in the normal manner and help lead the Branch Committee.

Experience required

Although there is no need for any experience in the Scottish Canal Network, the role obviously involves the running of a branch involved in canal activity. More important is the ability to work with our volunteer force (circa 90 at our Ratho Branch) and support the Branch Chair where required to ensure the smooth running and future sustainability of Seagull Trust Cruises. The branch are autonomous within the Seagull Trust Charity, and the committee comprises extremely competent Treasurer, Secretary, Booking & membership Secretaries, Boat Maintenance Convenor etc. together with the various skippers responsible for "manning the cruises". The role is wide and varied and will suit anyone with management experience (perhaps recently retired) who would like to get involved in the management of a vibrant charitable & well respected organisation.

Travel details

We do not provide transport, or traveling expenses. All volunteers are unpaid, and we do not have any paid staff.

Travel expenses

None

Date

14 June 2025

Support
Training details

Full induction will be given, plus the ongoing support of our outgoing Chairman

Restrictions

Minimum age: 25
There are NO Restrictions.

Frequency & commitment
At the discretion of the Chairman, but we would expect the Chairman and Vice Chair to be proactive in driving the branch forward with an innovative approach. Committee meetings are held as required, but at no more than 8 week intervals. A number of sub committees report back to the Committee.

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