Overview
Since 1980, Peace & Justice Scotland has proved to be a catalyst for action and learning, bringing activists and academics into a shared learning space and bringing the isolated and the compassionate together which must be doing something towards creating a more peaceful and just society.
Responsibilities
Ensure smooth administration and legal compliance for the board of trustees
Focus on organising meetings, keeping accurate minutes, and maintaining governance records
Work closely with the Chair to set agendas
Manage correspondence and general enquiries
Ensure compliance with Charity Commission regulations
As part of the induction, the secretary should be familiar with their responsibilities of governance and our relationship to Secure Scotland, particularly the facilitation fee (essentially the rent for Words and Actions, our venue in South Edinburgh)
Application
As this is a voluntary role, we do not require any formal application. If you would like to join Peace & Justice then please email us a simple expression of interest, giving some details about your background and how you feel your skills/experience would be suitable for the role. Should you have any questions concerning this opportunity, please reach out to the same email featured in this ad and we will aim to respond ASAP.
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Since 1980, Peace & Justice Scotland has proved to be a catalyst for action and learning, bringing activists and academics into a shared learning space and bringing the isolated and the compassionate together which must be doing something towards creating a more peaceful and just society.
Responsibilities
Ensure smooth administration and legal compliance for the board of trustees
Focus on organising meetings, keeping accurate minutes, and maintaining governance records
Work closely with the Chair to set agendas
Manage correspondence and general enquiries
Ensure compliance with Charity Commission regulations
As part of the induction, the secretary should be familiar with their responsibilities of governance and our relationship to Secure Scotland, particularly the facilitation fee (essentially the rent for Words and Actions, our venue in South Edinburgh)
Application
As this is a voluntary role, we do not require any formal application. If you would like to join Peace & Justice then please email us a simple expression of interest, giving some details about your background and how you feel your skills/experience would be suitable for the role. Should you have any questions concerning this opportunity, please reach out to the same email featured in this ad and we will aim to respond ASAP.
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