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 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.

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 trustee is a voluntary position but travel expenses and other reasonable expenses accrued when carrying out the role will be paid.

Time Commitment

We ask board member candidates for a minimum commitment of attending 1 meeting every 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.

We're looking for a highly practical and organised administrator to be at the heart of Amma's day-to-day operations. This varied role combines supporting our community groups and activities with managing our office environment and systems, making it ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys working with people, and takes real satisfaction from making things work smoothly.

You'll play a vital part in ensuring our mums, volunteers, and team have welcoming, well-organised spaces and activities. From providing admin support to our peer support groups and our antenatal classes, to managing storage systems and maintaining health and safety protocols, you'll be the person who keeps everything running behind the scenes. This role suits someone who's naturally resourceful, enjoys problem-solving, and brings a warm, professional approach to everything they do.

Main duties:

• Work with the team to plan and prepare for upcoming group sessions
• Provide petty cash oversight, reception duties and other administrative support for a range of group sessions, including updating online record-keeping systems
• Purchase and manage refreshments and items for groups and activities
• Preparation of simple buffet-style meals for groups
• Support with setup and clean-up of spaces to ensure they are safe and welcoming
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the Amma premises including sign in processes,
• Act as a point of contact for people contacting Amma by phone, or in person
• Conduct weekly office checks relating to stock of items, housekeeping, and health & safety, dealing with issues arising with support from management
• Manage a large office storage space and the systems for receiving and distributing items for clients
• Ensure that food hygiene protocols are met
• Carry out health and safety inductions for staff and volunteers
• Act as an Amma Fire Warden
• Oversee the set-up, management and distribution of mobile phones for staff and volunteers
• Support with online systems (including website, databases, online forms)
• Purchase equipment and office supplies as required
• Organise, support and guide office-based volunteers as required
• Support with PVG applications for staff and volunteers
• Support with printing and preparation of resources
• Support with team and office administration as required
• Booking interpreters for services

More details

• This role requires a Disclosure or PVG check, which will be processed during recruitment
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard office hours when groups or events require

Equity, diversity & inclusion

Amma believes in fairness, equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the importance of an inclusive and diverse workforce, and we strive to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone.

We welcome and actively encourage applications from people with a diverse range of experiences, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.

We recognise that lived experience can be just as valuable in many areas as professional experience. We are not solely focused on academic qualifications or professional experience and are interested to know about any knowledge and skills gained through lived experience.

We want Scotland to be the best place for refugees to thrive, challenge injustice, achieve their ambitions and empower their communities, no matter where they have come from or how they arrived.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven individual to join our Board as a Trustee and take on the additional role of Chair of the Finance & Audit Committee.

This is a pivotal governance role, providing leadership and assurance around the organisation’s financial strategy, controls, risk management and long-term financial sustainability. Working closely with the Board Chair, Deputy Chief Executive and Senior Finance Manager, you will help ensure robust financial oversight while supporting thoughtful, forward-looking discussion at Board level.

About You

We are particularly interested in candidates who bring:

• Senior-level financial leadership experience, with the confidence to guide Boards through complex financial decisions
• Experience of contributing to Finance, Audit or Risk Committees
• Strong understanding of financial governance, audit and risk management
• The ability to provide both support and constructive challenge, acting as a strategic partner to the executive team
• Sound judgement, personal integrity and a strong alignment with our mission and values

About us

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.

The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking a new Treasurer. 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 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.

We are looking for an individual with an interest or experience in accounts and finances. We would also welcome skills in other areas relevant to the wider work of the board in steering the organisation such as social media, human resources, community learning & development, finance/fundraising or marketing. We are looking for candidates with a belief in social justice and financial inclusion and 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 treasurer 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 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.