Charity registered in Scotland SC003794
The Iona Community is an ecumenical Christian community of men and women from different walks of life and different traditions in the Church engaged together, and with people of goodwill across the world, in acting, reflecting and praying for justice, peace and the integrity of creation; convinced that the inclusive community we seek must be embodied in the community we practice.
Our mainland office is located in Glasgow. Today, we are about 280 Members, mostly in Britain, with 1450 Associate Members and 1250 Friends worldwide. The Iona Community welcomes people from all walks of life at its centres on the islands of Iona and Mull. It trades through Wild Goose Publications and the Iona Community Shop on Iona, and resources a wide range of church and community organizations through its Wild Goose Resource Group and Youth Resource Team. The Iona Prayer Circle is a worldwide network which prays for people and places in distress. Coracle is the bi-monthly magazine of the Iona Community, which seeks the exchange of thoughts and ideas as a basis for finding common ground.
Iona Community Trading CIC Directors
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Remote: Home based with 5 online meetings per year
- Closing 24th April 2025
The Iona Community Trading CIC is seeking two Directors to join our Board. As the trading arm of the Iona Community, we are committed to justice, peace, and ethical retail. We run two separate businesses, a shop on the island of Iona and small Christian publishing company called Wild Goose Publications. All profits generated from these businesses are used to support the charitable works of the Iona Community.
Who are we?
The Iona Community Trading CIC is the trading arm of the Iona Community which is an international, ecumenical Christian movement working for justice and peace, the rebuilding of community and the renewal of worship.
We are hoping to appoint 2 Directors who will help oversee the work of Iona Community Trading. Your role will include:
- oversight of Iona Community Trading
- Sharing insight into running a small publishing house with the Iona Community Trading
- CIC Board
- employing staff
- communicating with the Head of Community Resources
We are looking to help you unlock your potential and for you to help us unlock ours. Training and mentoring will be provided to support you in this important role as you help guide the future of Iona Community Trading CIC.
The Iona Community welcomes applications from everyone committed to its purposes regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process.
Under the guidance of the Islands Estate Manager, the Camas Maintenance Worker’s role is to undertake general maintenance work on the facilities and equipment at the Camas Centre and occasionally on Iona.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring the Camas facilities and equipment are maintained to a safe and high standard, while observing Camas’ environmental and ethical policies. Facilities include the Camas buildings, grounds and track.
- Coordinating and supervising visitors and volunteers in routine maintenance work.
- Liaising with and working alongside outside contractors where necessary.
- Supporting maintenance projects on Iona where required.
The Gardener’s role is to manage and maintain the gardens and woodland at Camas and Iona.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and maintaining the Camas organic garden and woodlands.
- Managing the small Iona Abbey garden through regular visits and work
- Facilitating the use of the garden as a space for engagement
- Supporting staff and visitors to feel confident in being part of the daily upkeep of the garden, knowing when to pick and use produce and teaching basic gardening skills