Fife Headway are looking for a new Treasurer to join their Board of Trustees! This is a great opportunity to build on your skills and experience to help the work of a small charity in Fife. Fife Headway exists to provide support, information and referrals for people with an acquired brain injury. They aim to reduce social isolation increase access to information and referral information and empower people with an ABI (acquired brain injury) to have more control over their lives. You'll be involved in anything from overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements, to informing and advising the board of their financial duties. Duties: - Preparing and presenting financial reports. - Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place - Advising on the financial implications of strategic plans - Monitoring the investment activity and ensuring its consistency with our policies and legal responsibilities - Ensuring compliance with legislation

If you are interested in serving your community by making positive changes then this is for you. Your role will be Treasurer of a multi-agency group who will support each other in delivering a new youth hub for the young people and wider community in Northfield. You should have a steady lifestyle and be able to commit long term, with a view to being present throughout the build phase to the project end and beyond. Main duties and responsibilities are: • Oversee the financial affairs of the group and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice • Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place • Monitor and report on the financial health of the group • Oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits • Assist with funding bids on behalf of the group This is a team effort with a six person committee and wider multi-agency approach. The existing group are very supportive of each other and will likewise support you in integrating with the wider group and your new role. A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference for young people and the community. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Derek Bain, Partnership Development Officer at email: derek.bain@scotland.police.uk or telephone: 01224 301068.

Trustees for LDVG have responsibility for governance of the Charity and overseeing the management and administration of the organisation. Trustees have, and must accept, ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of LDVG, ensuring that it is solvent and well run, delivering quality services for people in Larkhall and District for which it was set up. Trustees are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public, funders and service users. Specific Duties and Responsibilities • Oversee and present budgets, accounts, and financial statements • Be assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs • Ensure that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy • Prepare and present financial reports to the Board • Ensure that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place • Liaise with the Charity Manager about financial matters • Ensure that the charity has an appropriate investment policy (if required) • Ensure the organisation’s compliance with legislation • Ensure that equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured • Ensure that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies – OSCR and Companies House • Ensure that the accounts are scrutinised by the independent examiner and any recommendations are implemented • Keep the Board informed of it’s financial duties and responsibilities • Make a formal presentation of the accounts at the AGM • Sit on appointment, disciplinary and grievance panels as required Some of the tasks above may be delegated to a member of staff however the Treasurer must ensure they are carried out. The general responsibilities of this role include - Governance • To be an active member of the board, helping to give the organisation strategic direction • To actively contribute at board meetings and help to monitor the implementation of decisions taken at meetings • Contribute to the setting of policy, objectives and adherence to, thereafter • Ensure the financial stability of the organisation and ensure sound risk management • To approve audited accounts • To protect and manage the property of the charity • Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law and other relevant regulations • Ensure compliance with OSCR and charity law, ensuring annual returns and accounts are submitted in a timely manner • The requirement for Trustees to act with integrity and avoid any personal conflicts of interest or misuse of charity funds or assets. Leadership • Safeguard the good name and the values of the charity • Raise the public profile of the organisation • Provide leadership to support staff to deliver high quality services at all times, as well as manage periods of change or difficulty • To represent LDVG as necessary • To develop and approve the organisation's vision and values. • To promote the reputation of the organisation. Strategy • To review and agree any major changes to the organisation • To regularly assess the environment and develop the organisation's business strategy • To agree the annual organisational plan, implementing the business strategy. Performance Management • To monitor and assess the organisation's results in relation to the agreed strategy, budget, and plan • To agree alternative action to remedy shortfalls in performance. Risk Management • To monitor a robust overview of the principal risks facing the charity • To exercise scrutiny over the charity's risk management systems • Use funds wisely, and only to further the purposes and interests of the charity • Exercise reasonable care and skills as Trustees, using personal knowledge and experience to ensure that LDVG is run effectively and efficiently

Dyslexia Scotland Borders is a volunteer led branch of Dyslexia Scotland. The role of the branch is to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia by holding meetings which anyone with an interest is welcome to attend. The branch committee meets around 4 times a year in order to plan their open meetings and discuss branch business. Role Description : Dyslexia Scotland Borders is looking for some new committee volunteers to help us plan our events for the public. The branch committee is looking for a Treasurer to: - Keep a basic record of branch accounts, with assistance from Dyslexia Scotland - Send an annual statement of accounts to Dyslexia Scotland - Prepare an annual statement of accounts for the branch AGM The branch turnover is modest and there are a limited number of transactions, such as room hire or general expenses.