Subject - Desperately Seeking new Board Members!

Posted : (Monday 16th October 2006 ) By - Jane (Registered User)VAO is a democratic organisation owned and run by local groups and individuals to support, promote and develop local voluntary and community action.

Their vision is: - to be a dynamic organisation supporting the active role of the voluntary and community sector in improving the quality of life for everyone in the Borough of Oldham.

They are looking for people who have a real interest in the voluntary and community sector in Oldham and as a Board Member could contribute to leading the strategic direction of the organisation over the next three years.

Commitment:
Six meetings per year.
Occasional visits to learn more about VAO's work.
Opportunity to be involved in a sub group e.g. Finance / Personnel.

Benefits:
Build new relationships and form new networks.
Gain a wider knowledge of what is going on in the voluntary and community sector.
New opportunities to do work you might not normally do and in a different context, leading to the development of new skills.
A wider insight through leadership of a high profile local organisation.
Knowing that you are making a real contribution to improving the quality of life for everyone in the Borough of Oldham.

To find out more please contact Paula Boshell: Voluntary Action Oldham, Unit 12, Manchester Chambers, West Street, Oldham, 0161 633 6222 or chiefofficer@vaoldham.org.uk