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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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    Trustees

    • : Advertised from 15th 01 2025
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    Role

    The Merchants House is one of Glasgow’s oldest charitable organisations with a history dating back to 1605 and before. Today we make a positive impact on the lives and experiences of the people of Glasgow and the West of Scotland by providing grant support to, and partnering with, third sector bodies and by supporting individuals in need. The House manages substantial endowment funds, many of which have specific terms on the distribution of grants. Rental income is generated from the office suites of the Merchants House building owned and occupied by the House. 

    The present membership of the House is over 800. Up to thirty-six Directors, elected by the members, carry on the active work of the House. 

    The Head of the House is the Lord Dean of Guild, elected annually by its Members. The Lord Dean acts as Chairman of the House and delegates Convenorship of the different committees. The Office of the Dean of Guild ranks next to that of the Lord Provost of the City. 

    We are currently seeking applications from candidates to become Trustees of The House. A full role description can be found below. 

    Application notes

    Please submit applications online at https://merchantshouse.org.uk/trustees/ 

      

    The Merchants House welcomes applications from all backgrounds and believe that, by providing you with the opportunity to mix with a diverse range of skills and people, we create an environment which allows Trustees to grow their skills and experience. 

      

    Closing Date for applications Sunday 26 January 2025. 

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