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    Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

    The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

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    Trustee - Executive Board

    • : Advertised from 21st 01 2025
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    Role

    Action Against Stalking is a charity organisation that provides free professional confidential independent support advocacy for individuals who are experiencing stalking. Founded by Dr. Ann Moulds CBE, AAS shares knowledge and expertise with justice agencies, provides training and CPD to professionals, and influences policy and practice nationally and internationally. See our website www.actionagainststalking.org for information. 


    Role Description 

    This is a non-renumerated Board of Trustees role at Action Against Stalking. The Trustees are responsible for the overall governance, strategic direction, and financial oversight of the charity. The role involves attending board meetings, participating in committee work, contributing to the development and implementation of strategic plans, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. alongside the chair, CEO and appointed trustees. This is a hybrid role, ideally based in Ayr, or surrounding cities with flexibility for remote work. We are seeking individuals with a passion for supporting our charity with our primary focus on victim rights and victim support. We hold relationships with agencies and support partners across Scotland, and the wider national and international communities. 

    You may have a background in social care, policing, or previous experience with championing the rights of victims. You could be a HR specialist, or a communications expert. We are seeking committed individuals from wide and varied backgrounds to join us. 


    Qualifications 

    • Experience in governance and strategic leadership 

    • Appreciation and understanding of the issues surrounding stalking 

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

    • Ability to work collaboratively, as a team player and make collective decisions 

    • Financial literacy and experience in financial oversight 

    • Experience at a senior level with committees and board representation 

    • Commitment to the mission and values of Action Against Stalking 

    • Availability to attend board meetings and engage in committee work 


    If you would like to have an informal chat before we send out an application, please contact us at: 07443 283356 and we shall be happy to arrange a call with you. 

    Application notes

    As the next step, please complete the attached application form and return it to us at chair@actionagainststalking.org. 

    We appreciate your interest in Action Against Stalking and look forward to hearing from you soon. 


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