* Your Credit Union needs you…...come and help shape the future of Grampian Credit Union! * This year, we have vacancies for Non-Executive Directors, and members of our Supervisory Committee. These vacancies have arisen from Directors & Supervisory Committee members reaching the end of their current terms, or because they are moving on. Information about the available roles, responsibilities and essential skills required for both roles can be accessed on our website at https://www.grampiancreditunion.co.uk/content.asp?section=25&bgc=&sbgc= Volunteering with us in these roles is rewarding and offers the satisfaction of knowing you are helping our Credit Union to grow, develop, and maintain a successful organisation for the common good. Moreover, you will develop and or hone transferable skills. Want to know more about volunteering with us? Contact us via email - admin@grampiancreditunion.co.uk and we will be pleased to hear from you. Also, would you (a member of Grampian Credit Union) like to nominate someone that you think would be interested in our roles? Please contact us via email admin@grampiancreditunion.co.uk OR call us on 01224 561506. We look forward to hearing from you!

Shetland Women's Aid are looking for women to join us in promoting the safety and wellbeing of women and children in Shetland who are affected by domestic abuse and gender-based violence. SWA is a registered charity funded by local and national grant aid to provide safety planning, counselling, refuge, advice and guidance about housing, finance and legal issues to women. There is also a children and young person's service focused on offering therapy and support to children and young people. The aim for Shetland Women's Aid is 'An equitable society in which women, children and young people are valued participants, able to determine their own future and are free from all forms of abuse.' As a trustee you will be instrumental in helping us realise our vision and mission. Part of your role will be to ensure that our day to day operation fulfils our strategic vision. If you decide to join Shetland Women's Aid, you can make a real difference to the women and children who experience domestic and sexual abuse.

A club Treasurer is required for the Northern Arts Club (NAC). Aberdeen's oldest independent arts club, in 1907 NAC started out by renting premises first at 410 Union Street, moving on to 1 Bon Accord Terrace. In the Christmas of 1919, its members decided to take the bold step of purchasing their own building at 8 Bon Accord Square, enabling them to enjoy a permanent home. The founding purpose of the club was to "promote good fellowship and union among those interested in the Arts and Artistic Crafts". During the early years of its existence, the club became a hub for many different social gatherings. Members enjoyed billiards, whist drives, bridge matches and music evenings along with performing their own plays. Weekend excursions were organised I the locality; and a yearly club picnic was held in June. The Club and its building have seen many changes during its long history and witnessed a variety of diverse uses. But the constant is that the members retain their enthusiasm and interest in the Northern Arts Club, which has been run and continues to be run by the members for the enjoyment of all. Today NAC runs tutored classes and drop-in sessions for artists, bridge players, etc. Most are open to members and others. Several artist studios are offered for let throughout the building; other rooms are available for both short and longer-term hire. NAC holds periodic open art exhibitions. The Club welcomes creative people of all ages and abilities, aiming to offer its members and users a unique place to meet, relax and enjoy the various activities provided. NAC is a Company Limited by Guarantee. The position of Treasurer is not onerous, as the previous incumbent of the post set up simplified user-friendly processes. (Indeed, since his unexpected move from the area, our Chairperson has ‘kept the books, submitting annual accounts to the Club Accountants as per the Articles of Association.). Simple records of income and expenditure are kept, mainly membership and class’s fees and contracts rentals, along with building maintenance expenses. Please note that, if required, bookkeeping assistance can be sought from amongst the Membership. A fantastic opportunity to help support arts and culture in the north east. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Jacqueline Spear, Chairperson at email: northernartsclub8@gmail.com

Street Friends Helping the Homeless Aberdeen is working towards a brighter future for homeless people, vulnerable and people in poverty. Here at Street Friends, we know that sometimes all it takes to change the world is a little support. To assist in this and our planned exciting developments to extend our support even further we have opportunities to join or Committee. Roles include Treasurer, Secretary, Administrator. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a difference for our vital work with homeless and vulnerable people in Aberdeen. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. If you want to help or for more details please contact us at email: admin@streetfriendshelpingthehomeless.com or visit our website at https://www.streetfriendshelpingthehomeless.com

Sported supports over 3,000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people. We support sporting groups in and around Aberdeen City. Our volunteers are carefully matched with a Sported member clubs within their locality, who they then support on a one-to-one basis to help them with the business side of their affairs. We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference throughout the UK so you’ll be paired with a group that are doing really inspiring work. These groups are doing incredible work but require some guidance around the business side of their organisation in order to survive and thrive. If you’ve got over 5 years in a range of business areas including the following then we’d love to hear from you: *Fundraising *Marketing *Business Planning *Impact & Evaluation *Governance *Finance *Strategic Planning This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on a community group in your area. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Sported volunteers are given full induction training prior to starting volunteering and will be supported by a Volunteer Services team to assist them in their role. For more information please contact Dee Pearson , Development Officer – Scotland at email: d.pearson@sported.org.uk or tel.: 07825 819333.

Sported supports over 3,000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people. We support sporting groups in and around Aberdeen City. Our volunteers are carefully matched with a Sported member clubs within their locality, who they then support on a one-to-one basis to help them to attract investment into their organisation. We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference throughout the UK so you’ll be paired with a group that are doing really inspiring work. These groups are doing incredible work but require some guidance around fundraising in order to make them more sustainable and increase their capacity. If you’ve got over 5 years in a range of fundraising then we’d love to hear from you: This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on a community group in your area. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Sported volunteers are given full induction training prior to starting volunteering and will be supported by a Volunteer Services team to assist them in their role. For more information please contact Dee Pearson , Development Officer – Scotland at email: d.pearson@sported.org.uk or tel.: 07825 819333.

Borders Care Voice, a charity based in Galashiels, is looking for a new Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees to help guide and advise us on financial matters. We would be keen to hear from someone who would like to become part of our dedicated and passionate team of Trustees and staff. You should have a finance/accounting experience and knowledge of financial systems and reporting. The Treasurer will oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice and in accordance with its constitution and legal requirements. She/he will report to the Board of Trustees at regular intervals about the charity’s finances. The Treasurer will also ensure that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place. Main responsibilities: • overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts, financial statements and financial reports to the Board of Trustees • ensuring that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs • be involved in developing and implementing financial, reserves and investment policies. Main duties: • liaising with the Chief Officer about financial matters • ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place • advising on the financial implications of the organisation's strategic plans • liaising with the external organisation that processes salaries • liaising with the independent examiner to ensure that the annual accounts comply with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) for charities • ensuring that equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured • keeping the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities • Making a formal presentation of the accounts at the annual general meeting and drawing attention to important points in easily understandable way • Complete the annual return to the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). • Complete Annual Corporation Tax Return (if required by HMRC) • Monitoring the NEST Pension Scheme and re-enrolling staff as required In addition to the qualities needed by all Trustees, the Treasurer should also have: • financial experience and business planning skills • some experience of organisation finance and fundraising, especially within a charity setting • the skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences • be willing to make unpopular recommendations to the Board • be willing to give financial advice and answer enquiries from staff or volunteers on an ad hoc basis. • to help the Board to fulfil its duties.

Blantyre Victoria YFC is the youth and adult section of Blantyre Victoria FC and are the youth pathway into Blantyre Victoria FC senior team. We provide a place for young people who share an interest in football to come along and join in. We are looking for someone to help with funding applications and also help plan, co-ordinate and oversee fundraising activities.

Horsecross Arts, the creative charity behind Perth Theatre and Perth Concert Hall is seeking a new Chair and additional Trustees to support the organisation into its next phase of development, to ensure robust governance structures and practices are in place, and to work closely with the Chief Executive on the future of the organisation. Our Trustees give their time voluntarily – in return we offer the opportunity to play a lead role in the future of our organisation. Horsecross Arts is a registered charity and is a major contributor to the local community and economy. As a trustee you will gain important strategic experience and boost your professional networks.

As part of YeAABA’s executive committee the treasurer plays a key role in the club through being responsible for the club’s finances. The treasurer will be responsible for maintaining financial records of income and expenditure; liaise with other committee members as required; providing monthly financial reports for executive and monthly management committee meetings; providing guidance to the wider committee on availability and timing for spending for the benefit of the club members; maintain cashflow through meeting payments in a timely manner; prepare annual financial statements for annual general meeting and independent examination; prepare annual statements for submissions to HMRC for Gift Aid.