Trustees
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Home based - Being located in the central belt of Scotland is preferred, however, not essential as digital attendance at meetings is available
- Closing 3rd April 2023
- Advertised from 6th March 2023
Role
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – Perth and Kinross Association has just marked 30 very successful years. As we move ahead we are seeking enthusiastic, dynamic and motivated people to join our Board of Trustees.
Would you like to help us grow further and achieve our mission of helping to improve the lives of young people with additional support needs?
About us:
A registered SCIO, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – Perth and Kinross Association (PKDofE) provides young people and families in the Perth and Kinross local authority region with unique opportunities to discover themselves and build the confidence and skills they need to realise their potential.
Since August 2018 we have embarked on a unique and ambitious programme of direct, close support work with young people called the Starfish Way. Thanks to the wonderful owners of Megginch Castle, near Errol, the young people we support can enjoy the space and tranquillity of the walled garden, orchard, and wilder spaces of the estate whilst working towards certificated Awards.
Together, the Starfish Way, Megginch Castle and our team of dedicated and compassionate staff offer a safe, therapeutic and beautifully nurturing learning environment where young people can feel secure, find hope, grow in confidence and ultimately thrive and achieve.
By the end of a season with us, the vast majority of young people achieve either a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, a John Muir Award, a First Aid certificate, a Saltire Award or a National Navigation Award. Often, more than one! Even just completing a section of an award can be a truly remarkable achievement which they may never have believed possible before, but which opens up a world of new possibilities and opportunities to them.
Our Board of Trustees:
At PKDofE, we have a wonderful team of hard working staff, a heart to make a difference, and a vision of how to do it. At the helm is a small but energetic Board of charity trustees who come from different backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and experience to the organisation. The Board meets 4 times a year whilst also engaging with each other and staff digitally and in person on a regular basis.
Role and requirements:
We are seeking to grow our board and expand its skillset with enthusiastic, dynamic and motivated people who care deeply about helping young people to become the best they can be. As we move ahead and seek to deliver our new strategy, you will join at an exciting time.
We welcome interest from all career stages and backgrounds but we are particularly keen to recruit two individuals at this time with expertise in either Human Resources, Scottish charity governance or fundraising. Being a Duke of Edinburgh or John Muir Award holder is not a necessity, but an understanding and appreciation of the Award schemes is important.
Being located in the central belt of Scotland is preferred, however, not essential as digital attendance at meetings is available. The role is non-remunerated but reasonable expenses can be reimbursed with any training and induction provided.
Perth & Kinross Duke of Edinburgh Award is an inclusive charity and we welcome applications from people of all ages, and from all communities. No previous Trustee experience is needed.
Application notes
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter by email to PKDofE Trustee Elaine Howie (elaine@elainehowiepr.co.uk).
We encourage pre-application informal enquiries; these should be directed to our current Chair of the Board, Robin Illsley (robin@pkdofe.com). Please provide a phone number with your enquiry as well as any suitable times so that the Chair may contact you for an informal conversation.
About the role
We have a new and exciting opportunity available to join the GIS team in the Research and Monitoring Unit (RMU). As the GIS Officer, you will report to the GIS Manager and work alongside 3 other Officers, collaborating with other teams across Sustrans to support the strategic priorities of Paths for Everyone (PFE) and Liveable Cities and Towns for Everyone (LCT).
You will play a pivotal role in helping the RMU provide transparent and authoritative evidence on walking and cycling, and which influences and shapes policy, practice and behaviour across the UK.
In this diverse technical role, you will use GIS tools to maximise how we tell the story of our impact at Sustrans. You will design automated workflows for managing large and complex datasets, to ensure geospatial data is current and accurate.
You will develop training materials and lead training sessions for over seven hundred ArcGIS members which includes induction sessions for new staff and advanced workshops for technical officers. You will also train external partners and volunteers.
We offer true hybrid working, a flexible mix of working from home and occasional travel to the nearest hub in Edinburgh or Glasgow.
About you
You should have professional working experience of FME, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro. Experienced in working with ArcGIS Online tools for presenting information which includes StoryMaps, Operations Dashboard, Insights, Experience Builder and Hub Premium.
You will have the ability to design and build workflows with FME.
We will look for evidence of your experience in managing and working with large spatial and non-spatial datasets, analysing these complex datasets and presenting their findings.
You will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical documentation for a wide audience.
Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.
What we offer
In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.
Wellbeing
• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes
Financial
• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 5% or 6% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,195 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
As part of our succession planning the Social Enterprise Academy are looking to recruit up to 4 new volunteer Board members who are interested in supporting our vision and being part of making amazing change happen and are able to commit to a minimum of 45 hours per year.
We are particularly interested in applications from those with expertise or experience in any of the following areas:
- Learning & Development
- HR and People Development, creating positive working cultures, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Working in or managing an organisation that operates internationally
- Growing or scaling a business
- Fundraising
- Social Enterprise, either as a social entrepreneur or working within a social enterprise
- Expertise in the use of technology in service delivery and an understanding of digital developments
- Policy and/or public affairs relating to social enterprise and the third sector in Scotland
- Young people engagement
As well as having the wider professional skills and experiences that we need on the board we also want a board that reflects and understands the people that we serve.
We will choose candidates who, overall, offer the best contribution and fit with our values. Relevant skills and experience are important but previous board experience is not essential, nor is a long career at a senior level. Applications from first-time board members are welcomed. All board members will be given a full induction and will be supported to maximise the value of their contribution.
Through this recruitment process, we will also be considering whether some applicants who are not chosen for a board role might be open to a committee or advisory role with the Academy.
What does being a board member mean?
As a board member you will work with our Chair, fellow board members and our Chief Executive to contribute towards the future of the organisation. Your work will help ensure that we continue to deliver a high-quality service and encourage innovation in learning and enterprise. You will be legally responsible for the organisation and will be supported in fully understanding how to carry out your role. You will provide ideas, insight, feedback, and positive challenge in order to help increase our reach and impact.
The responsibilities of the board include:
- Overall good governance of the organisation
- Overall strategy of the organisation
- Overall sustainability of the organisation and ensuring finances are well-managed and reported
- Ensuring the organisation acts in accordance with its charitable aims
- Ensuring the organisation fulfils its legal obligations in relation to its charitable and company status
As well as fulfilling these responsibilities the Academy board is a creative and strategic group, engaging with the sector and the wider staff team to support the success of the organisation and its people. It is a supportive and collaborative board with individuals committed to the values of social enterprise and learning and who all bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise and perspectives.
All new board members will undertake an induction process to get to know the Academy, the team and your fellow board members.
Why join the Social Enterprise Academy Board?
This is a unique opportunity to join a motivated and committed board who are working together to shape the future of a leading learning and development organisation supporting social change. Given the Academy’s role in national policy discussions and its international replication, you will have influence considerably beyond the immediate reach of the Academy.
Through your board role you will expand your contacts, knowledge and skills and you will connect with a vibrant and committed group of staff, facilitators and learners in the fast-growing space around social impact.
North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking new Board Members. NGIN is governed by a voluntary Board of Trustees, who guide and oversee our organisation. Our board is made up of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, with an interest in supporting asylum seekers & refugees and all New Scots in Glasgow,
The main aim of NGIN is to support asylum seekers and refugees who are accommodated in North/North East Glasgow communities. Led by the needs and interests of people accessing the service, NGIN connect people with services that will support them, host and promote tailored events and opportunities, work with people on an individual and group basis to help them to feel safe, and to develop the confidence to integrate with the host community and to have an improved quality of life.
Our Board wishes to expand its skills base and welcomes individuals with relevant financial, community and business experience, aligned with a belief in social justice and financial inclusion. We are looking to attract individuals with skills and experience ranging from social media, human resources, community learning & development, finance/fundraising, marketing and, most importantly, an interest in the wellbeing of New Scots. Given our aims and commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from all genders, the BAME community and people with additional support needs.
In addition to wider board members, we are specifically looking for an individual with an interest or experience in accounts and finances, to take up the role of treasurer for the organisation, working with the lead worker to provide regular financial updates for the board, prepare annual accounts and budget forecasts and support the aims of the organisation through effective financial management of the funds received through grant awards and donations.
In order to ensure effective succession planning, and promote continuity within the work of the board, we would also be interested to hear from anyone interested in the role of chair to work with our current chair with a view to taking on the role in the future. The role of chair, alongside being a board member, is to chair board meetings and annual general meetings, provide line management support to the lead worker of NGIN, and work with other office bearers to ensure that the board, staff and volunteers at NGIN are all able to work effectively for the benefit of the people using NGIN services.
We ask board member candidates for a minimum commitment of attending 1 meeting every quarter, with additional input and feedback via email between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis. In addition, the roles of chair and treasurer will require additional meeting attendance (1-2 meetings per month) with the lead worker and/or office bearers, to effectively support the financial management and strategic support of NGIN.
Mobility Planner
- Full time
- £31,454
- Edinburgh or Glasgow Hubs with the flexibility to work from home
- Closing 1st October 2023
About the role
Sustrans have a new and exciting opportunity as a Mobility Planner, where you will contribute to strategic transport plans that increase accessibility to improved mobility, safety and sustainable intermodal transport options across Scotland.
The Mobility Planner will work across teams and with partners to support active travel infrastructure programme development. Day to day tasks could include developing tools to prioritise infrastructure project delivery, supporting the development of the Scotland Network Planning Tool, and providing strategic support for projects in the Places for Everyone programme including Active Travel Strategy and cycle network plan development.
You’ll be joining a diverse Design, Engineering and Assurance Department, who are highly skilled, passionate about what we do and enjoy sharing our learning and experiences within the team and beyond.
About you
You should have experience of working on projects with extensive stakeholder engagement and the ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences.
You are able to think strategically and confident dealing scoping out route networks and area-based interventions.
You should be skilled in data analysis, including analysis of spatial data using GIS software.
We ask you demonstrate your knowledge of guidance and best practice in healthy street design including inclusive design and holistic approach to design.
Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.
What we offer
In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.
Wellbeing
• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes
Financial
• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 5% or 6% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,195 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
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