- Advertised from 25th October 2024
Role
Join Our Board of Trustees: Shape the Future with Us!
Are you passionate about empowering women, girls and non-binary people to learn to cycle? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in your community and beyond?
We’re seeking committed and dynamic individuals to join the Board of Trustees at Women on Wheels.
About Women on Wheels
Women on Wheels is a women, girls and non-binary people cycling charity based in the heart of Govanhill, Glasgow. We encourage and support women, girls and non-binary people to learn how to cycle more confidently and safely. We strive to make cycling more accessible and inclusive to all women, girls and non-binary people, particularly those overcoming barriers such as lack of confidence, limited access to resources relating to cycling and safety concerns. We cater to all abilities and provide a variety of different skill-set sessions for both women and families. We are dedicated to supporting
all women to learn to cycle, and as we grow, we’re looking for leaders who share our vision and want to help guide our organisation toward a brighter future.
Women on Wheels Mission:
Our mission is to empower and enable women, families and non-binary people to overcome their barriers to take up cycling - for transport, to improve their physical and mental health, and most importantly, for the pure joy of it!
What is a Board of Trustees?
A Board of Trustees is a group of individuals entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the management, policies, and strategic direction of an organisation, often a nonprofit, educational institution, or charitable foundation. The board ensures that the organisation operates in accordance with its mission, adheres to legal and ethical standards, manages financial resources responsibly, and fulfils its objectives. Trustees are typically volunteers and act as the governing authority, providing leadership and accountability for the organisation's long-term success.
Board of Trustee Key Responsibilities:
As a Trustee, you will:
- Provide direction and guidance for the organisation's goals and overall management.
- Shape the organisation’s direction and help achieve its mission.
- Ensure the organisation is financially sustainable and is following appropriate legislation.
- Bring your insights, skills, and networks to support our goals.
- Act as an ambassador for the organisation, promoting our values and work to a wider audience.
Benefits of being a Board Member of Women on Wheels
- By serving on the board of WOW, you directly contribute to empowering women, girls, and non-binary people through cycling, health, and environmental advocacy.
- WOW’s mission likely focuses on promoting gender inclusivity and equality in sports, transportation, or health, allowing you to make a tangible difference in these areas.
- Board membership is a strong addition to your professional profile, showing a commitment to leadership, civic responsibility, and community service.
Who We Are Looking For
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and industries. Ideal candidates will have:
- A passion for empowering women into cycling.
- Expertise in finance or HR (though this is not essential).
- Leadership experience and strong decision-making skills.
- The ability to commit time to attend quarterly board meetings and occasional sub-committees.
- The desire to work collaboratively with other board members and staff to achieve long-term goals.
No previous board experience is required, but we are looking for people with commitment to our mission, leadership qualities and strategic thinking. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, as we believe a variety of perspectives strengthens our work.
Commitment
- Meetings: 2 hour meeting every 6 weeks - usually online.
- Responsibilities: Board members may need to carry out tasks and report back to the Board, which could require an additional 2 hours of volunteer time each month.
This is a voluntary position, though expenses will be reimbursed.
Application notes
To express your interest, please send a CV and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation to join our Board and the experience you bring to community@womenonwheels.org.uk by 22nd November 2024.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us and we can arrange time to discuss this position.
Join us in making a real impact in supporting more women to cycle. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Time Commitment
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The treasurer would work closely 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.
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Time Commitment
For the role of treasurer we ask for availability to attend online meetings with the lead worker once a month to effectively support the financial management of NGIN. As with all board members we are also seeking commitment to attend 1 board meeting per quarter, held online or in person, with email contact on matters arising between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis.
North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking a new Chair of Trustees. 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 connects people with services that will support them and hosts and promotes tailored events and opportunities. The charity works with people on an individual and group basis to help them to feel safe, develop the confidence to integrate with the host community and to have an improved quality of life.
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.
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.
The position of chair is a voluntary position but travel expenses and other reasonable expenses accrued when carrying out the role will be paid.
Time Commitment
For the role of chair we ask for availability to attend online meetings with the lead worker 1-2 times per month to provide strategic support to the organisation and line management support to the lead worker role. As with all board members we are also seeking commitment to attend 1 board meeting per quarter, held online or in person, with email contact on matters arising between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis.
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