Jobs in Ayr West, South Ayrshire

Moving On Ayrshire (MOA) is seeking to recruit an experienced person-centred counsellor to join our small team working in South Ayrshire.

We are a registered charity offering one to one counselling to survivors of sexual abuse and rape. Our clients range from adults to young people aged 13 years and over. MOA also provide emergency counselling, support, advice and information to survivors in the immediate aftermath of rape. In addition, support and advice is available for relatives and friends struggling to come to terms with what has happened to their loved ones.

Applicants should hold a post graduate diploma in counselling from an accredited course and be qualified for at least 2 years, have over 450 hours of supervised practice and have a good understanding of the issues of the client group. They should also be registered or accredited with BACP or COSCA. An enhanced PVG check will be required.

RecoveryAyr is a grassroots, lived experience led charity, established in 2014, who support individuals and families affected by alcohol or drugs in South Ayrshire. We provide recreational and social activities which are inclusive and accessible, along with training and volunteering activities which support individual and whole family recovery from alcohol or drug use. We have over 100 members, 8 employees and over 40 volunteers. Our activities and developments are driven by our members, participants, volunteers, and staff. We have recently opened our own community venue in the heart of Ayr. Our ambitious project aims to bring together the wider community to create a family friendly venue, which offers social activities and events and is affordable for those on a low income.

Role

We are looking to strengthen our Board and are seeking to recruit a Trustee with experience of generating income through both grant fundraising and fundraising activities. The successful person will bring a strong understanding of fundraising regulation and governance, along with demonstratable experience in the fiend. You will play a lead role in supporting the charities fundraising strategy, ensuring that income generation is ethical, sustainable and aligned with our organisations values and goals. You may also be asked to represent the charity at external events, utilising networks to open new funding opportunities.

Time commitment

Our Trustees are encouraged to have an active role in our charity, beyond providing strategic direction at meetings. Our Board meets a 4 – 6 times per year, virtually or in person, and in addition holds two development workshops, including one with our staff team and / or members. Additional meetings are arranged to discuss grant applications or other matters as required. Trustee posts are not renumerated, but reasonable travel and other related expenses can be reimbursed.