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Volunteering Opportunity: VO101845

  • Trustee
    with Burntisland Community Development Trust.

    Created/last updated: 18/11/2024


    About this opportunity:Live in Burntisland? Want to make a difference? The Burntisland Community Development Trust are looking for trustees At its heart, community development is rooted in the belief that all people should have access to health, wellbeing, wealth, justice and opportunity
     •  The Trust works with people in the community who want to take action on things that are important to them
     •  After a period of change the Trust require trustees with time to take action to help the Trust survive and thrive
     •  It's an exciting time to join the Trust
     •  As a trustee, you will help with governance and strategy and connect within the community so that the trusts new direction and plan for the future can be decided together
     •  The trust aim to serve the needs of everyone in Burntisland
     •  Some projects: Burntisland Community Suppers (formerly Supper at the Sally) Improving our environment through encouraging biodiversity
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Appropriate training will be provided by Fife Voluntary Action, Development Trusts Association Scotland (DTAS) and other organisations. One existing trustee will be the named contact for the new trustee to support induction and ongoing engagement.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - This opportunity is available for someone resident in Burntisland. Expenses will cover local travel, (bus or car mileage). 45p per Mile

    Experience required:Skills and experience in bookkeeping, charity governance, financial management and social media are desirable but not essential. Good communication skills, open minded, a willingness to learn with the ability to inspire others to take action on projects to help the community

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsMeetings take place within community halls in Burntisland.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.