EC Students' Association is looking for two engaged and dedicated students, who support the vision and direction of their Students' Association, to join the Board of Trustees. Could this be you?
If the answer is yes, then please read on! Below you will find the Student Trustee job description as well as more information about the Board of Trustees and how to apply.
The EC Students' Association Board of Trustees consists of the three Full-Time Officers (President, Vice President Welfare and Vice President Activities); two Student Trustees and three External Trustees. A Board of Trustees is a key part of compliance for an independent charity, registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). The Board of Trustees has ultimate responsibility to OSCR for the running of EC Students' Association.
Items covered by the Board of Trustees include:
Financial scrutiny
Strategic planning
Risk Assessment and monitoring
Legal Compliance
Find out more from OSCR about being a Trustee is here.
Job Description
Title: Student Trustee
Overview: The Trustees have the overall responsibility for the affairs of the Students' Association. Student Trustees bring their insight and experience as current students.
Time Commitment: It is expected that Student Trustees attend four quarterly Board meetings plus any sub-committee meetings as agreed.
Duration: As a Student Trustee you will serve until the end of next academic term (June 2024).
*Please note that this is a voluntary role.*
Responsibilities:
All Trustees have a responsibility to:
Participate fully in Board meetings
Read Board papers in advance and be prepared to contribute and discuss
Ensure the Students' Association is not in breach of any requirements made by Charity Law or internal governing documents
Use their particular knowledge, skills and experience to improve the decision making of the Board
Take an active part in setting overall targets and strategy for the Students' Association, as well as adhering to those targets
Be an ambassador for EC Students' Association, speaking well of the Students' Association and promoting our activities and values
Skills and Experience:
EC Students' Association is looking for Student Trustees with an interest in seeing the Association thrive. No previous Trustee experience is necessary and the Student Trustees we appoint will be fully trained.
As a Student Trustee you should be able to:
Communicate effectively and appropriately
Fully participate in all Board discussions
Work with other Trustees