We are seeking two External Trustees to sit on our Trustee Board who have strategic thinking, independent judgement, an ability to think creatively, and a willingness to speak your mind. This is a voluntary position for a three-year term, and reasonable expenses can be reimbursed.
Vice Chair (External Trustee)
We are looking for an External Trustee who will become the Vice Chair of the Trustee Board with knowledge or experience in the following areas:
1. Third Sector (Voluntary Sector)
2. Leadership and Management
You must have at least one year’s experience of being a Trustee on another charity.
The Vice Chair is responsible for supporting the Trustee Board Chair, an elected Full-Time Officer who changes every year, in the leadership of the Board. The Vice Chair will deputise for the Chair as required, provide a coaching and mentoring role to the Chair, and offer general support to ensure effective Board meetings. The Vice Chair supports the performance management of the Chief Executive. When required, the Vice Chair will have responsibilities in dealing with complaints or conduct issues about the Chief Executive or Full-Time Officers. Read the Vice Chair Role Description.
External Trustee
We are also looking for an External Trustee with knowledge and experience in:
We are interested in individuals of any age and welcome applications from people from a range of backgrounds. A full induction programme will be provided. We are happy to support you in developing your knowledge about our Students' Association. All applications will be considered.
Our Students' Association exists to represent and support Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) students to have the best university experience. This is our Mission. We are constantly striving towards our Vision that you will have an outstanding experience that will live with you forever, and our Values are being Inclusive, Community, Student-Led, and Fun.
We are a charity with charitable purposes and are a separate and independent organisation from GCU. You would be expected to attend at least four meetings a year, an annual training event, and some social activities. We encourage our Trustees to attend our meetings in person, but you can attend online. Find out more information about the Trustee Board.
Please note that current GCU students and employees and Students' Association employees cannot apply to be an External Trustee.
Please send a copy of your CV or LinkedIn profile and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the Trustee Person Specification and your relevant knowledge, background, or experience that would benefit the Trustee Board to hello@GCUstudents.co.uk. Please put either 'Vice Chair' or ‘External Trustee’ in the subject field. The deadline for submission of applications is Wednesday 29th January 2025 at 12 noon. The anticipated interview date is Tuesday 11th February 2025.
For more information or to arrange a visit to the Students' Association Building or an informal discussion about becoming a Trustee, please contact:
* Hybrid: Aberdeen, with remote work flexibility
* Closing: 15th January 2025
Are you passionate about empowering students and shaping their university experience? AUSA is seeking two External Trustees to provide strategic guidance, ensure strong governance, and oversee financial decisions for our £1M charity, supporting 15,000 students. This voluntary role offers the chance to gain board-level experience in a student-led charity focused on inclusivity and student success.
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