voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Non-Executive Board Director/Trustee Volunteer Opportunity No. VO78059 - Created/last updated: 17/02/2022 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | YMCA Glenrothes are seeking one new voluntary Board Trustees with a genuine interest in change, for its dynamic work with young people, the homeless and disadvantaged groups. You should be able to attend four evening meetings a year, have experience of working in the public, private or voluntary sectors and a genuine interest in helping youth and the wider community, particularly those who are disadvantaged. Current work includes the purchase and upgrade of properties using secured grants, expansion of a community outdoor learning and gardening as well as community programmes to aid health and well-being. They are looking for individuals with experience of at least one of the following; local communities, youth work, housing issues, education and training, health issues, community issues post covid-19. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Depending on experience, courses & reading are available for all new & existing trustees. Each prospective board volunteer is 'buddied' by an existing board trustee. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Public transport and car mileage. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | They are looking for individuals with experience of at least one of the following; local communities; youth work, housing issues, education and training, health issues, community issues post covid-19. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Board Meetings are blended, via Zoom and in person in Glenrothes. Training happens throughout Fife with occasional travel to Edinburgh/Glasgow. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |