Secretary to Dragon Boats on Loch Ken [20733]

Dragon Boats on Loch Ken

Dragon Boats on Loch Ken is a small vibrant charity based at Galloway Activity Centre, on the banks of Loch Ken. We go out (weather permitting) from April to October on a Sunday morning and the occasional Wednesday night. We have an active, supportive committee. Our current Secretary is seeking to step down after 5 years in the role. We need a person who is a good communicator, access to their own computer, good admin and organisational skills. Full support will be given by the outgoing Secretary to enable a smooth transition into the role.

Minutes
• Prepare, take, produce and circulate minutes for 4 general meetings
• Prepare, take, produce and circulate minutes for the Annual General Meeting
• Undertake actions as required from the minutes

Miscellaneous
• Update Corporate and Activity Risk Assessments after every committee meeting
• Create any policies that are needed and update as required.
• General Contact Point for prospective paddlers/ groups/ liaise with Helms regarding requests to see if we can accommodate them. Send relevant forms to prospective paddlers/ groups.
• Keep WhatsApp and email paddler/ member contact lists updated
• Communicate with Galloway Activity Centre as necessary re above

Basic Information

Admin / Office Work
  • Physical health benefits
  • Social benefits
  • Mental well-being
  • Instrumental benefits

Volunteer Commitment

1 hours per week
Long-term volunteer = over six months
Other
No

Accessibility and Inclusion

Yes
Mental, Learning, Physical
No
Yes
No gender restriction

Requirements

None
None
Good communicator Good admin skills
Yes

Training and Induction

The prospective candidate will be mentored by the outgoing Secretary

Process and Logistics

CV, References required, Informal chat, Probation period
Public Liability
No
No
11th Sep 2026