Swan Trust Seeks New Treasurer

This is a highly responsible position, overseeing an average turnover of £131,167 annually (based on the past 5 years)

A handover period will be managed for the role with the current Treasurer who will remain in position as a Trustee. Additional support is provided from paid administrative staff and the Operations Manager.

This is not a paid role, though any expenses incurred may be claimed through the formal claims procedure.

The Trust has a core focus of facilitating access to sail training experiences, particularly by young people, and teaching all interested parties to sail a traditional Fifie, such as Swan, thereby keeping traditional sailing skills alive. Restoring and maintaining this iconic vessel is a key priority for the organisation, as is making the facility available for the people of Shetland to enjoy, and access a tangible piece of our maritime heritage.

Trustees play an active role in developing projects and carrying out maintenance works or crewing aboard the boat. A Treasurer role would include assistance with preparing information required for funding requests and annual budgeting exercises. A full role description and application form can be requested from [email protected].

Application deadline is Friday 28th February 2025.