We are seeking people to join our board to work alongside our existing trustees in supporting The Kinning Park Complex (KPC) in its mission to develop assets and services that are community-owned and led. In addition to the general Board trustees, we are also looking for individuals to be our Chairperson and Trustee. These are exciting opportunities for personal development for individuals with the appropriate skills and knowledge and will offer the chance to gain experience in governance and strategy. You will gain knowledge of working in a member-led organisation and contribute to developing KPC as a community-owned and led asset and space for the local area. Our board members should reside in the G51 or G41 postcode areas; however, exceptions can be made to fill skills gaps as outlined in the role descriptions which can be found on our website: kinningparkcomplex.org/join-our-board.
Big Hearts Community Trust is welcoming applications to join the charity’s Board of Trustees in 2025.
There are two Trustee positions:
* One to be filled by an experienced finance professional or accountant ideally with some charity knowledge.
* The other to be filled by an individual who has an interest or experience in charity governance and may be interested in being a future Chair for Big Hearts.
This is a fantastic opportunity for two individuals to join the Board of Heart of Midlothian FC’s official charity and play a part in supporting local communities through the power of the beautiful game.
Big Hearts is an award-winning charity changing lives through football since 2015. With projects including Memories, Kinship Care, Welcome Through Football, and School’s Out, we are considered one of the leading football charities in Scotland and recognised for the high standard of our free support services around mental health, equality, and social connections. The charity currently runs over 15 projects and employs a core team of 17 staff.
Key Information
* Big Hearts Trustees are appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
* These non-Executive roles are non-paid positions.
* All Trustees are expected to uphold and represent Big Hearts’ purpose, vision, values, and mission in a personal and professional capacity.
* Being a Heart of Midlothian FC supporter is desired but not essential.
Making Rights Real is a small and mighty human rights organisation in Scotland that works with communities and grassroots activists to deliver human rights for everyone. We launched in 2020 and appointed our first Director and team to lead the setting up of our organisation and initiatives with community groups. Success has been remarkable.
Four years after launch, there are challenges ahead that require thoughtful leadership as we transition from a new to an established organisation while maintaining our mightiness and vigour.
Our Values are based on core human rights values of dignity and respect; all our work is underpinned by the principles of a human rights-based approach.
We are known for:
* Our commitment to the meaningful and inclusive participation of people who most need change, using a friendly and accessible approach.
* Our fearlessness and ambition for practical and impactful change, by holding power to account.
* Using our skills and expertise at the service of people who most need change.
Recruitment to the Board
We are delighted to open up recruitment for a new leadership team to govern and inspire the wider board. The new trustees will help us shape the organisation, ensure our governance supports the growing team, and direct resource investment. We are currently recruiting to the following roles:
* Chair of the Board of Trustees
* Treasurer
We would particularly value people with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
* Living with human rights and/or social justice concerns.
* Experience of accessing justice for issues you have experienced or leading a team (e.g., within civil society).
* Experience working with governance, budgets, and relationship building with civil society and communities.
More than anything though, it is your enthusiasm and commitment to social justice and human rights that we need. We have set up MRR to be a kind, fun, and useful organisation.
The role of Trustee / Board Member may be carried out online or in person.
To assist the Project Lead in the delivery of a programme of interesting and fun sessions/activities in consultation with young people to ensure they are at the centre of their own planning. ‘Welcome Through Football’ aims to assist in the integration and inclusion of recently arrived young refugees, asylum seekers, and young people with a migrant background aged 15-25.
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Big Hearts Community Trust is the official charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Based in South West Edinburgh, we aim to improve outcomes for individuals and families using the power of football. We work across three key areas: Mental Health, Social Connections, and Equal Opportunities.
We work closely with local and specialist partners to identify areas of need, understand where we can best add value, and ensure our activities are designed and delivered effectively within the communities we serve. More information on our work can be found at bighearts.org.uk.
Full details can be found in the job description attached below.
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