Committee Chair: Vincent Mason
Name of Committee: Endowments Trust Community Grants Committee
How often the committee meets: Twice per year in November and May (or more often if required). We meet during the day for one and a half hours.
Purpose of the Committee: The Committee has delegated powers from the Endowments Trust to ensure that the terms of the Scheme as adopted by the Company Membership are adhered to. The Committee works with Foundation Scotland a as service provider to ensure the Contract between the Endowments Trust and Foundation Scotland is followed. The Committee works with Foundation Scotland to oversee applications for funding and to advise the Trustees of the Endowments Trust which applications fulfil the criteria of the scheme.
How many vacancies: 2
What the successful candidate(s) will be responsible for within the committee: Consider applications and support the committee with recommendations to the Endowments Trust. As part of the Committee work with Foundation Scotland to ensure a wide range of applications are considered.
What skills or experience we are looking for in an applicant to join the committee: It would be useful if suitable applicants had experience in early stage and small business start-up, Social work/3rd sector experience, business planning, grant assessment and people skills. This list is not exhaustive or exclusive, the committee would like people who are interested in charitable and social development in the wider Edinburgh area. our aim is to support small charities and other organised groups with a very wide remit.
How much time per month the role will take up: This is a new committee so initial commitment is difficult to quantify. There will be two burst of activity during November and May. There might be other times when communication might be desirable but this could be by email.
Expectations to be aware of: This is an exciting opportunity to become a member of the newest company committee and help increase the profile of the Endowments Trust.
If there is any further questions about the role or the committee please contact the chair, Vincent Mason, at vincentpmason@gmail.com
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