Board member

JOIN THE VENNY BOARD OF TRUSTEES - HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF GLENCASSELS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTThe Venny (Glencassels Community Development Project) is looking for new volunteer Board members to provide governance and strategic direction for this well-established community project.Based in Craigneuk, The Venny works with children, young people, families and the wider community, providing activities, opportunities and support shaped around local strengths and needs.What does being a Board Member involve?Our Board has responsibility for ensuring that The Venny is well managed, well run and fulfils our commitments to both our funders and the local community.As a Board Member, you will:Be a Trustee of a Scottish Charity – Glencassels Community Development Project (SCIO)Help ensure that our work reflects the strengths and needs of the local communityContribute to important decisions about governance and project developmentOversee matters such as finance, recruitment, policies, risk and quality of serviceProvide supervision and support to the Project LeaderBring your own ideas, experience and perspectivesWho are we looking for?We are looking for people with an interest in community development who believe that a neighbourhood centre like The Venny can truly support and enrich community life.We would particularly like to hear from:People with strong links to Craigneuk and Wishawhill in North Lanarkshire who would like to become involved in supporting these communities.People from the wider community who can bring skills, knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:Management and governanceHuman resourcesCommunity developmentServices for children and young peopleFinance and fundingYou don't need previous Board experience. What's important is an interest in our work, a commitment to our community and a willingness to contribute your knowledge, experience and perspective.Our commitmentThe Board meets approximately every 4–6 weeks. This is a voluntary role, and new Board members will be supported to understand The Venny and their responsibilities as Charity Trustees.