Music at Paxton is looking to appoint a Chair of Trustees to provide strategic leadership and to support the Artistic Director and General Manager in their roles to achieve Music at Paxton’s aims and objectives. Role Description : The Chair of Trustees provides support, direction and overall leadership, setting the cultural tone for the Board and ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the SCIO in delivering Music at Paxton’s charitable objectives. The Chair works in partnership with the Festival’s Artistic Director and General Manager, supporting them in their roles to achieve the aims of the SCIO. Key tasks: • Planning and facilitating the annual cycle of meetings of the Board. • Chairing meetings of the Board, ensuring that meetings are run efficiently; that discussion and decision-making is democratic and fully participative; and that decisions are implemented. • Overseeing workstreams of the Board and authorising action to be taken in between meetings of the Board. • Providing financial oversight, including driving fundraising and income generation. • Supporting the Artistic Director and General Manager in their roles, acting as a sounding board; and as a channel of communication between them and the Board. • Acting as an ambassador for Music at Paxton, identifying and developing external relationships for the benefit of the SCIO. • Ensuring that the Board of Trustees is regularly refreshed, making sure that it includes the right balance of skills, knowledge and experience required to govern and lead the SCIO effectively; and which also reflects the communities that Music at Paxton serves. Trustees serve an initial term of office of four years, which may be renewed for a further four-year term. Skills/Experience Required : Whilst previous leadership experience in a similar role would be of benefit, this is not obligatory. Key attributes: • A passion for the Arts; • The ability to think strategically to help Music at Paxton grow sustainably; • A willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team; • A commitment to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion; • Strong personal skills, with the ability to bring out the best in other people. Applications are welcomed from all parts of the UK. but we would be particularly interested to hear from those with a connection to the Scottish Borders and/or Northumberland. Whilst prior governance experience would be an advantage, this is not a requirement.

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you believe in standing up for justice and equality? Abused Men in Scotland (AMIS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to serve as the Chair of the Board of Management and Trustees. This is an exciting time to join AMIS with the opportunity to lead the charity through a new and interesting phase of development. Founded in 2010, AMIS provides Scotland’s only national specialist helpline, involving longer-term casework if needed, for men experiencing domestic or partner abuse. We support individuals aged 16+ who identify as men, and anyone with concerns about such men. AMIS also provides training for other services wishing to learn more about supporting male victims, and engages with policy makers to highlight the need for support provision for all victims and survivors of domestic abuse in Scotland. About AMIS AMIS currently employs seven members of staff (5.25FTE) We are pleased to report that recently secured funding from the Tudor Trust, National Lottery Community Fund, and the Scottish Government’s Victim at the Centre Fund has effectively tripled AMIS’s staffing, and potential impact, for the next two years. We will therefore have greater stability, increased capacity and new services to better support those who need our help. As an expanding organisation we have engaged with the Cranfield Trust to help us bring additional skills and expertise to the board; building our team to meet the demands of our new situation. Ths is an exciting time for a new Chair to help build and lead a committed team, and guide our new projects to maximise the very real difference AMIS can make to the lives of men across Scotland who experience domesic or partner abuse, and to their families. Further background information on the charity; its work, challenges and successes may be found in our Annual Report 2023, available from our website here . The current AMIS board comprises eight trustees. At present board meetings are held in the evening every six weeks; and as AMIS is a small organisation trustees are expected to take on some management responsibility. The Chair is expected to communicate regularly with the CEO. What will you be doing? The overall role of the chair is to lead the Board as it sets strategic direction and oversees the good governance of the charity. You will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation is following correct governance and meeting its charitable obligations. Key Responsibilities Vision and leadership • Provide leadership to the charity and its board • Be aware of opportunities and risks applicable to the charity Governance • Ensure that governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for the charity, within the agreed constitution and aligning with the purpose and core values of the organisation • Develop, in partnership with the CEO, the knowledge and capability of the board trustees. the purpose and core values of the organisation • Contribute to trustee recruitment External Relationships • Act as a spokesperson and representative for the cause and the charity at external events • Maintain relationships with external stkeholders including media, government, funders, etc Efficiency and effectiveness • Chair meetings and manage the board effectively • Maintain a productive working relationship with the CEO Remuneration The role of Chair is a voluntary position although reasonable expenses for travel, etc, may be claimed. Location This role can be carried out remotely although it may beneficial to be within travel distance of the head office, located in Dalkeith, to engage with trustees and employees. Meetings are normally held via Zoom, with options to join from the Dalkeith office also. Time commitment We anticipate the chair will need to commit 1/2 hours per week to the role, but this can be flexible depending on input and activity. Application process Please apply by sending your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you are applying for this position to contact@amis.org.uk by May 17 2024. Following the closing date we will be in touch and will invite shortlisted candidates for an interview to understand more about suitability to join AMIS. If you would like an informal discussion regarding the role or any more information then please email contact@amis.org.uk and we will be in touch as soon as possible.

Cohousing Scotland is a charity supporting innovative housing solutions. We act as a support forum for local Cohousing groups, fostering best practice, promoting opportunities and providing guidance to stakeholders. We are looking for a trustee with experience of governance to help the charity achieve its full potential.

IACD is the global network for professional community development practitioners, who we support to build the capacity of communities in more than 70 countries to realise greater equality, environmental protection and political democracy. There is an opportunity to take on an important role within IACD as Treasurer. We are looking for someone with a background/experience in accounting, managing budgets and finances who would be interested in joining the board of an international organisation working in the community development field. The IACD has a relatively small turnover (around £30K in 2022-23) and our accountant carries out day-to-day bookkeeping. You would be provided with induction on the organisation’s activities, the responsibilities of trustees, the organisation’s financial processes and the role of the Treasurer. You would work closely with the organisation’s Chair, other office bearers and our part-time administrator. We work co-operatively, supporting each other in an ethos of shared commitment and would aim to make this a highly rewarding experience.