October is one of the busiest months of the year for charities submitting accounts and annual returns to the Commission.
The article below aims to be a clear and easy guide to the quickest way for charities to meet this legal requirement by using the Charity Commission online services.
This half day training course is for those responsible for the management of volunteers and volunteer programmes.
By the end of the session, you will
• Understand what motivates and de-motivates volunteers
• Understand good practice in relation to support and supervision
• Know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers
• Recognise and be able to manage a variety of difficult situations and how to terminate a volunteering relationship if necessary
Places are limited so bookings will be made on a first come first served basis on receipt of a completed booking form and appropriate payment.
ALL BOOKING FORMS TO BE RETURNED BY 20 SEPTEMBER 2010
CVSC is looking to recruit an Administration Assistant, SCP 6 £6,750 for a 20 hour week (flexible).
Closing date 21st September 2010
If you have not heard by the 24th September, then unfortunately you will not have been shortlisted for the position. However, we do thank you for your interest in our organisation.
CVSC is looking to recruit a Finance and Administration Officer.
SCP 26, £22,221 for a 37 hour week.
Closing date midday 20 September 2010
2011 will be a busy time for Welsh Voters with the Assembly elections, the UK Government proposed referendum on the Alternative Vote system and the Welsh referendum on the powers of the National Assembly for Wales. Voices for Change Cymru is keen to ensure that organisations across the third sector are well informed about all of these important issues and able to pass useful information on to their members and service users.
We will provide more information about the Assembly Elections (currently scheduled for 5 May) in due course and you can find information about the UK Government’s referendum on the Alternative Vote here (also currently scheduled for 5 May).
Our current priority is to ensure that sector is well informed about the Referendum on the powers of the National Assembly for Wales which is due to be held in the first quarter of 2011 (probably in March). We want to ensure that individuals and groups know what the referendum is about (and what it is not about) and are aware of what a yes or no vote will mean and the implications for the third sector. Below is a new information briefing paper that we have produced all about the Referendum which we hope will be helpful to you.
We will also be working with the National Assembly outreach service to offer information sessions to the third sector about the referendum so look out for more details on this coming your way soon. In the meantime please feel free to contact us at vfcc@wcva.org.uk with any questions or queries.
Nick Hurd, Minister for Civil Society, and Mark Prisk, Minister for Business and Enterprise announced this week (17 August) that Lord Hodgson of Astley Abbotts will lead a new cutting red-tape taskforce to flush out burdens on the voluntary sector
The Government is committed to making it easier to run charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises. Reducing bureaucratic burdens will free-up time and resources for these organisations to make a difference in their communities and help mobilise the Big Society.
More information on the announcement can be found on the Cabinet Office website.
(Source: Acreheadlines)
Part 1: Public sector funding constraints – third sector funding
Widespread cuts in third sector funding are already taking place in England, and more are expected next year. This session will consider how the Welsh Assembly Government will decide its budget for 2011/12, and the implication for its direct funding for the sector, and funding from local government, health and other bodies.
There is a commitment by the Welsh Assembly Government to send a Welsh Minister or senior civil servant to provide their input. There will be a chance to discuss, in smaller groups, what is happening and the priorities for organisations. Some County Voluntary Councils will be present to comment on what is happening in their area.
Part 2: Making the Work Programme work in Wales
The Work Programme is the UK government’s new approach to delivering employment related support services and will replace support provided through Flexible New Deal and Pathways to Work. The Work Programme Framework should be in place by the end of the year and the DWP plans to have the Work Programme operational by the summer of 2011. This session will debate what this means for Wales and consider how the third sector can be involved.
There will be an overview of the programme and the view from the third sector from WCVA. SERCO, a lead bidder will provide a view of the challenges of delivery and engagement with the third sector. 3SC will provide input on creating and managing consortia to effectively deliver the Work Programme in Wales. There will also be a chance to attend workshops on how to make the Work Programme third sector friendly, or the benefits of third sector approaches.
If you would like to attend please click these links below to download the booking form and draft programme.
Please return the booking form and £12.00 per delegate to me no later than Friday 17 September. Bookings are only secured upon receipt of payment.
If you have any further problems downloading the documents please contact the Helpdesk on 0800 2888 329 or email help@wcva.org.uk
The Charity Commission is launching its first ever Trustees’ Week in October and it is looking for volunteers from across Wales to help raise the profile and increase understanding of trusteeship.
The aim of the awareness week, which will run between 25 and 31 October, is to highlight the vital role trustees play in the sector and encourage more people to consider becoming trustees.
As part of our media campaign we are looking for case studies of people who are willing to support the campaign and would be happy to talk through the benefits of trusteeship in the context of their charity.
We know that trusteeship provides the opportunity to learn and develop new skills, meet people who share a passion for a particular cause or issue, and make a real difference through the work of a charity.
If you are a trustee and willing to share your experiences, please email me at rosie.stokes@charitycommission.gsi.gov.uk
The media campaign is just one part of the week. We also hope that under the umbrella of Trustees’ Week other organisations and charities will hold events celebrating and promoting trusteeship around that October week. Again we would love to hear from you if you are planning an event to promote Trustees’ Week.
CVSC Trustee Information and Support Services Drop-in Event
Friday 29 October 2010, 10am to 4pm, CVSC Colwyn Bay Offices
Please contact CVSC on 01492 534091 or e-mail mail@cvsc.org.uk to register your interest
28.09.10 The Equality Act 2010 – are you ready? Seminar 2 hours North Wales £45.00
29.09.10 50 is the new 30 – Retaining a skilled workforce Workshop 1 day North Wales £185.00
02.11.10 Managing Maternity Returners Seminar 2 hours North Wales £45.00
03.11.10 Managing Remote Working Workshop 1 day North Wales £185.00
04.11.10 Inclusive Workplaces? Seminar 2 hours North Wales £45.00
If anyone is interested in attending they can contact Chwarae Teg directly on 0292 047 8916 or visit our website – www.chwaraeteg.com/solutions - for further information.
Discounted rates are available for third sector organisations.
Wednesday 22 September 2010, 9.30am for 10am to 3.30pm
Ty Llywelyn Community Centre, Ffordd yr Orsedd, Llandudno LL30 1LA
This one-day Access training course is intended for delegates with experience of Access who need to develop more advanced skills. The course will demonstrate how the many new features in Access can be used effectively.
The tutor is able to cover Microsoft Access 2003 and 2007 versions.
By the end of the session, you will be able to:
Modify tables
Design advanced queries
Use advanced database features
Import data
Use advanced report design
Group data in a report
Create and use subforms and subreports
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE!
ALL BOOKING FORMS TO BE RETURNED BY 15 SEPTEMBER 2010 TO:-
CVSC, 8 RIVIERE’S AVENUE, COLWYN BAY, LL29 7DP Tel. 01492 534091
