Help shape the future of communities across Skye, Raasay and Lochalsh.

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SLCVO works with community groups, charities, social enterprises and volunteers to help local communities thrive. As a Trustee, you can use your skills, experience and local knowledge to support this work and make a real difference.

You do not need previous board experience. We're looking for people who care about their communities and want to contribute to the future of Skye and Lochalsh.

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About SLCVO

Founded in 1949, SLCVO supports community organisations, charities, social enterprises and volunteers across Skye and Lochalsh. We help strengthen local organisations, encourage volunteering, support community-led solutions and work with partners to improve opportunities for local people.

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Our work includes:

• Advice and support for charities and community groups

• Training and organisational development

• Health, wellbeing and social care collaboration

• Community outreach and information hubs

• Befriending services to reduce loneliness and isolation

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Why Become a Trustee?

As a Trustee, you will:

• Help shape SLCVO's future direction

• Support stronger, more resilient communities

• Influence decisions that affect local people

• Develop leadership and governance skills

• Build connections across the community, public and third sectors

• Represent local interests at meetings and events

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Who We're Looking For

We welcome people with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

 

We are particularly interested in people with knowledge or experience of:

• Rural and island communities

• Community development

• Culture, heritage and the arts

• Village halls and community facilities

• Health and social care

• Environmental sustainability

• Social enterprise and innovation

 

We also value people who bring:

• A willingness to ask questions and provide constructive challenge

• A commitment to fairness, inclusion and community involvement

• An ability to consider different perspectives and make balanced decisions

• An ability to build relationships and bring people together

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First-time trustees and younger applicants are especially encouraged to apply.

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What's Involved?

Board meetings take place every two months and can be attended in person or online.

Trustees typically commit around 2-4 hours per month. Board papers, reports and agendas are provided in advance, and the Chief Officer supports all administrative aspects of meetings, allowing Trustees to focus on strategic leadership and governance.

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Looking to the Future

Over the coming years, Trustees will help SLCVO:

• Strengthen community resilience

• Support community-led solutions

• Respond to changes in health and social care

• Advocate for local charities and community groups

• Develop new opportunities for communities across Skye and Lochalsh

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"As a new Trustee, I found the Board and Chief Officer incredibly supportive. My journey from Trustee to Chair has helped me build confidence, develop leadership skills and contribute to decisions that make a real difference to local communities."

Siobhan Barker, Chair

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Interested?

For an informal conversation about becoming a Trustee, contact:

Jo-Anne Ford, Chief Officer
📧 jo.ford@slcvo.org.uk
📞 01478 612921

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