Join Grampian Disability Sport (GDS) as a Fundraising Trustee and be part of our aim to lead and support the development of sport and physical development opportunities for people with disabilities across Grampian.

Grampian Disability Sport (GDS) is a voluntary organisation whose main aim is to lead and support the development of sport and physical development opportunities for people with disabilities across Grampian.

Grampian Disability Sport supports participation, inclusion and training in sport for those with disabilities within the Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Moray areas. We are made up predominantly of volunteers who have a passion for disability inclusion. We work in partnership with key local agencies, clubs, schools, and governing bodies to increase participation and improve access to inclusive sport opportunities across the region, along with providing our own sessions for participation and key events throughout the year.

GDS is a member branch of Scottish Disability Sport (SDS). The national governing body for disability sport in Scotland, operating in line with SDS and is committed to maintaining appropriate governance standards and minimum operating requirements (MOR).

Our mission is to inspire, encourage and support people of all ages and abilities with a physical, sensory, or learning disability to become more active.

Our vision is that everyone in Grampian with a disability has the opportunity to participate in sport and physical activity.

Our themes are;

• Strong partnerships.
• Participation opportunities for all.
• Building capacity and advocating for our community.

Our values are;

• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Inspiring
• Determined

We also strongly encourage connection with our disabled participants and ask for support with attendance at a few events throughout the year to generally support the smooth running of the day and create visible representation and connections for the charity.

Volunteers are offered an induction which will include familiarisation with the Charity systems, access to policies and procedures and familiarisation with the relevant platforms.

Volunteers will be supported to find, or offered, Child and Wellbeing in Sport training which is renewed every three years.

The volunteer will be supported by the board members of the Charity.

Other training will be offered throughout the year to support the charity values and mission.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Support and help the GDS committee, Branch Coordinator or other employees to,

• Development of a sustainable funding strategy
• Identify potential funding streams
• Provide advice and oversight on fundraising priorities.
• Identify relevant grant opportunities
• Support the preparation and review of funding applications
• Ensure applications align with organisational strategy
• Assist in identifying corporate sponsors and community partners
• Support the development of relationships with organisations
• Support reporting requirements to funders.
• Monitor funding performance etc
• Fulfil the duties of a charity trustee
• Attend and contribute to meetings
• Join the GDS PVG scheme
• Complete Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport training every three years.
• Attend GDS events, around 4 per year.

An opportunity to make a real difference, with all help greatly appreciated.