Volunteering Opportunity: VO106904

• Committee secretary
  with Cupar and District u3a.

  Created/last updated: 08/10/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Cupar and district u3a is part of the UK wide u3a network and is one of over 1000 locally run u3as across the UK  •  Like all u3as, it is a voluntary organisation that provides retired and semi retired people with learning opportunities and social interaction and promotes physical and mental health and wellbeing through a wide range of activities and opportunities  •  The organisation is managed by a small executive committee  •  The main role of secretary is to take the minutes (decisions only) of a maximum of five meetings annually, and deal with any correspondence  •  They work closely with the chair and vice chairs from whom they receive support  •  This role would suit someone from an admin background with basic IT skills and the ability to summarise discussion where required and to note decisions  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Informal induction training in the requirements of the role and the preferred approach, working relationships and so on will be provided by the chair and vice chair. The chair and vice chair will also provide ongoing support and advice where necessary.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Travel expenses can be reimbursed where necessary.
  Experience required:	Basic admin and IT skills plus the ability to engage constructively and empathetically with colleagues and u3a members.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Interview
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Committee meetings normally take place at Cupar YMCA-YWCA
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.