Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Edinburgh
- Closing 9th August 2022
- Advertised from 14th July 2022
Role
At Health in Mind, we’ve been promoting positive mental health and wellbeing in Scotland since 1982. We do this by providing a wide range of services to support people and enable them to make a positive difference in their lives.
We strive for people in Scotland to live in a supportive and resilient community where mental health is understood and people lead fulfilling lives. We work together to positively impact people’s mental health and wellbeing. We create awareness and understanding of mental health and wellbeing within communities.
We currently provide services across Edinburgh, the Lothians, and the Scottish Borders and we also have a number of national services. We provide a continuum of support through a range of models such as peer support, supported self-management and trauma support.
It’s an exciting time for us as we celebrate our 40th birthday and develop our strategy from 2023 onwards. We are currently seeking a Board Chair and Vice Chair who share our vision and ambition to support people’s mental health and wellbeing across Scotland.
Health in Mind Board meets six times a year, via hybrid meetings and is supported by a number of focussed committees, currently meeting quarterly by video conference.
We are currently seeking applications from people who have health and social care or other relevant expertise and experience. We welcome applications for both or one role.
Application notes
To find out more about Health in Mind and to download an application pack please visit our website. health-in-mind.org.uk/be_a_health_in_mind_hero/become_a_board_director/d109
If you have difficulties accessing the pack, please contact our HR Team on 0131 225 8508 or email recruitment@health-in-mind.org.uk
If you would like any further information, you can contact Wendy Bates, Chief Executive, at wendy.bates@health-in-mind.org.uk, 0131 225 8508, or you can complete the Board Director application form directly.
Closing date for applications is 9 August 2022 at noon.
Interviews will take place, via video conference on 16 August 2022.
If shortlisted, there will be an opportunity to meet informally with Health in Mind Chief Executive prior to an interview conducted by small panel of current Board Directors.
Successful applicants will be expected to provide two references and be prepared to join the PVG scheme.
Health in Mind promotes equality and diversity in the workplace. Registered charity no SC004128.
Principal Responsibilities
The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the Charity’s mission and vision, providing strong leadership to the Board of Trustees to ensure that the Board functions as a unit, and that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
The Chair will develop and maintain a supportive and constructive relationship with the Chief Executive, working together to provide a clear strategic direction for the Charity, regularly reviewing and mitigating risk and ensuring financial accountability.
The Chair will act as an ambassador for and representative of the charity when required.
Personal Qualities
• Strong leadership and relationship building skills
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
• Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the Charity
Experience/Skills
• Experience of strategic leadership
• Experience of charity governance and/or as part of a Board of Trustees, including familiarity with chairing meetings
• Financial management expertise
• Broad knowledge of the mental health sector
We are a small charity that supports military and emergency service veterans who struggle with mental/physical health problems. We help them recover to a level that enables them to return to work, further education or an acceptable level of independent living. We are looking for a trustee to help manage this worthwhile charity which has a proven record of success in helping veterans and a reputation for sound administration.
Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Part time
- £37,450 pro-rata
- Working from home/remotely with occasional meetings in Edinburgh (Remote)
- Closing 1st May 2024
‘NEECS saves lives’
(service user feedback)
Would you like to lead an organisation providing vital mental health support to some of the most vulnerable?
North East Edinburgh Counselling Services (NEECS) have been delivering counselling services to communities in North East Edinburgh for almost 30 years.
We are seeking a new CEO who can further develop the success of our outgoing CEO in securing substantial funding. We are planning for the future and are looking for a candidate who can achieve our ambition to expand our service and provide more people with the help they need.
Leading a small staff team and a team of sessional self-employed counsellors, this role offers an exciting opportunity to build a sustainable future for the organisation and those most in need of its services. NEECS is committed to supporting staff in their professional development and this role offers the the chance to grow and develop your skills along with the organisation and its impact.
What you will bring
- A passion for improving mental health in the local community.
- A proven track record of securing external funding from a range of sources, including statutory, trusts and grants and donations.
- An inclusive leadership approach and experience of managing, growing and developing thriving staff teams.
- A high level of business acumen, including managing and overseeing all aspects of operation of a small organisation.
- A sound understanding of finance.
- A self-starter with a ‘Can Do’ attitude, who is comfortable working for a small organisation.
- The ambition to increase our impact, so we can do more for more people.
What we offer
- Flexibility in location and when your hours are worked
- 27 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata)
- Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme with 5% employer contribution if staff make the minimum statutory contributions.
- External supervision from a supervisor/professional consultant (as agreed with board of trustees).
Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator - Corporate Partnerships & Major Donors
- Full time
- £29,640 – £32,812
- Edinburgh/ Glasgow (On site)
- Closing 21st April 2024
A fantastic opportunity has become available within the Fundraising & Engagement Team to deliver significant income from two key income streams and sustain our mission to ensure nobody faces dementia alone.
The Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator will report to the Fundraising & Engagement Leader, contributing to the delivery of our strategic objectives.
Whilst the role will work collaboratively to support all income streams, we are particularly keen to hear from anyone who has prior Corporate Partnership and/or Major Donor experience.
We are looking for someone who is naturally optimistic and empathetic, with a can-do attitude. You will be a self-starter, comfortable working independently, who thrives on building meaningful relationships. Applicants should enjoy and have a track record of working in a fast-paced and varied environment.
Successful applicants will have a positive attitude towards dementia, along with excellent communication skills and a caring manner. A pro-active approach to learn and participate in training will also be expected.
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