voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Non-Executive Board Director/Trustee
with YMCA GlenrothesVolunteer Opportunity No. VO78059 - Created/last updated: 03/09/2021
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OpportunityAbout 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. Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays 
Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays 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. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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