Overview

We are currently looking for motivated and committed individuals who share the Charity’s values and bring experience and expertise at a strategic level. As a board member you are a non-executive director and trustee. In partnership with the other board members, you will be responsible for the governance of the organisation. The Directors must also ensure that LGBT Youth Scotland complies with the Companies Act 2006 and all other relevant legislation. We are looking to appoint up to four new board. Specific skills we are looking to recruit include:

• Youth Work and Safeguarding
• Fundraising and Income Generation
• Education and Policy

We also welcome general trustee expertise. A strong profile in the third, public or corporate sector would be advantageous. Your board position will be confirmed after successful short-listing, interview and any necessary checks including PVG, references, and your right to work in the UK. If you feel you have the relevant experience and can meet the essential criterial in the role, we would love to hear from you. We always welcome applications that clearly demonstrate the skills and criteria we need, whether that be in a professional or volunteer capacity. If you are unsure whether your skills and experience fit the specification, please contact us for an informal conversation prior to applying. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

• As a board member you are a non-executive director and trustee. In partnership with the other board members, you will be responsible for the governance of the organisation.
• Ensure that LGBT Youth Scotland complies with the Companies Act 2006 and all other relevant legislation.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant experience at a strategic level; ability to contribute to governance and oversight.
• Youth Work and Safeguarding experience; Fundraising and Income Generation experience; Education and Policy experience.
• General trustee expertise; strong profile in the third, public or corporate sector would be advantageous.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales
• Industries
• Advertising Services

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