The Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) is seeking to appoint new members to its Board. The appointments are for three years and will run from November 2024.

SLIC is the independent advisory body to the Scottish Government on library and information related matters. It is a registered charity and an independent company. It is also a membership organisation representing the interests of public, academic, FE College, health and special interest libraries within Scotland.

SLIC is responsible for leading on the national strategy for public libraries and school libraries. Many of the work packages which SLIC delivers directly support the strategic direction of the section, many are groundbreaking and several considered world leading for libraries.

Board Responsibilities

The Board meets four times a year in addition to the AGM. Board members are expected to serve on a sub-committee which can involve a commitment of up to another three days.

The Board provides strategic direction and oversight. Major policy decisions are made at Board level. The decisions of the Board are actioned through the Chief Executive and senior management team of the organisation.

As Board members are directors of the organisation applicants must:

• be at least 16 years old
• not be an undischarged bankrupt
• not be a disqualified director

Please note the appointments are on a voluntary basis however reasonable out of pocket expenses will be paid.

Expressions of Interest

SLIC particularly welcomes expressions of interest from individuals with management experience to help develop the organisation. In addition to the above, applications from potential board members with knowledge, skills and experience in Academic research, Digital Development and Youth Voice, are welcome although this is not essential. A general interest in libraries is also relevant.

Applications from groups which are currently underrepresented including those living with a disability and those from black and minority ethnic communities are particularly welcome.

Paragon Music is an inclusive arts company inspiring people to create and perform their own music and dance. We are passionate about using music and the arts to raise people’s aspirations, self-image, teamwork, communication and learning. We believe that music and the arts have the power to transform lives when guided by two key principles - Equality and Inclusion.

Paragon’s vision is a more equal and inclusive society where people flourish individually and together through music and dance.

About the role

Paragon is seeking skilled and motivated individuals to join our Board of Directors. We are recruiting people who possess strategic vision, good independent judgement but above all, people who share our values of equity and inclusion.

We welcome applications from those with lived experience of disability including mental health conditions. We also welcome applications from those protected under the 2010 Equalities Act due to age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Those with care experience, caring responsibilities and on low incomes are encouraged to apply and we will accept applications in any format and meet any interview expenses.

We welcome applicants with experience in any discipline or industry, either paid or voluntary. At the moment we are particularly keen to recruit people with skills and experience in any of the following areas:

· People & Wellbeing (HR)

· Accountancy

· IT - Technology & Science

· Fundraising

· Marketing

· Sustainability

Previous experience in a similar position would be welcome, although not required as training opportunities and a full induction will be offered.

The Board meets 4 times per year for 2-3 hours on weekdays, usually in the evenings. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed and training and ongoing support will be provided, the role is non-remunerated.

Glasgow West Enterprises (GWEn) was established in 2010 as a commercial subsidiary of Glasgow West Housing Association. GWEn’s primary focus is the provision of property factoring services within the City Centre and West of Glasgow. The trading subsidiary also provides flexibility to explore other community-led services aligned to the housing association’s vision of shaping thriving communities.

We are looking to appoint an additional Director to support the current GWEn Board in the delivery of its ambitious Business Plan. Ideally this will be someone with previous property factoring experience, preferably within a commercial environment, although we are keen to hear from anyone with relevant/transferrable skills and experience.

The GWEn Board currently meet 3-4 times per year (usually online, Thursday mornings, with flexibility to meet Director commitments). Director responsibilities include:

• Providing overall direction and supervision of the management of GWEn
• Development of the business strategy and annual business plan and budget
• Monitoring performance and compliance

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to help shape a grassroots organisation?

Make Do and Grow CIC is a not-for-profit social enterprise, focussed on supporting growing families, developing creativity and encouraging reuse.

Based in a retail unit in Burleigh Street, Govan, Make Do and Grow sells low cost, preloved clothing and toys for growing children. Within the shop area, families are encouraged to pause and play with the toys, read a book or draw on the chalkboard wall. Local partnerships support struggling families with shop vouchers, providing much needed childrens resources with choice and dignity. Meanwhile, the creative workshop area offers free drop in arts and crafts and after school art clubs throughout the week. All activities reuse scrap and waste materials wherever possible, making activities replicable at home and encouraging reuse and repurpose.

The Toy Library, based five minutes walk away at 901 Govan Road, provides high quality toys on a membership based borrow and return model. Families have access to educational and play inspired toys which support learning and development and facilitate reuse over new. Play sessions from brick building to board games bring families together, reducing isolation for parents/carers and increasing wellbeing through creativity and play.

We currently have vacancies for Non Executive Board members (voluntary) at a critical time for Make Do and Grow. The organisation is nearing the end of a 3 year development plan which has forged strong roots within the local community, built core partnerships and established need and services to support, including the launch of The Toy Library two years ago.

The organisation is looking to consolidate current activity and grow, alongside the families we support. As a new Board Member you will play a key part in designing and enabling the development plan for the next 3- 5 years and improving the governance framework to effectively monitor performance. This will be clearly focussed upon delivery of high quality arts, play and reuse services for families and young people across Govan, wider Glasgow and beyond.

We are looking for dynamic, forward thinking and enthusiastic people from a variety of backgrounds to contribute to Make Do and Grow’s emerging future and are particularly keen to hear from people living within the Greater Govan area and / or with relevant HR, Financial or IT/Digital Communications experience. We will provide tailored training and development, alongside experienced Board Members who can share learning and experience. The board meet monthly.