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The Scottish Older People’s Assembly - SOPA is guided by a strong and committed Board of Trustees, bringing together expertise, energy and lived experience to support and oversee the organisation's growth. We are keen to have new Trustees to play a key role in steering SOPA’s strategic development, strengthening governance, and ensuring that the charity remains effective, forward looking, and sustainable.
SOPA engages directly with communities to highlight issues that matter most to older people and ensure their experiences shape government policy and community practice.
We are seeking individuals with experience of working in the voluntary, public or private sector who have skills in good governance, leadership, finance or funding strategies.
This is a hybrid opportunity where new networks can be made with people from across Scotland. The Board of Trustees meet regularly. There will be opportunities to be part of sub working groups of your choosing.
Experience required
A passion and commitment to influence positive change in the lives of older people. Experience of working in the voluntary, public or private sector with skills good governance, or leadership, or finance or funding strategies.
Travel expenses
All reasonable expenses incurred whilst undertaking the role of Trustee will be reimbursed including travel expenses and where appropriate over night stays, though all monetary outlays must be approved before being incurred. Reimbursement will be given on presentation of receipts.
Support
Training details
There will be an introduction session with the present Board with the opportunity to try before commitment. Training will be offered to all Trustees on various subjects relevant to the organisation.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Volunteers (aged 18-25) 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 Trustee with Scottish Old People's Assembly - SOPA (Midlothian)
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Your details and message will be sent to:
Louisa Turner, Scottish Old People's Assembly - SOPA (Midlothian)
Louisa Turner, Scottish Old People's Assembly - SOPA (Midlothian)
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