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A unique opportunity to contribute your financial expertise to an organisation making a profound difference to bereaved people across Scotland. This is an unpaid role.
About the Role:
Cruse Scotland is currently seeking a new Trustee to take on the key role of Treasurer who as well as fulfilling the duties of a general Trustee, would undertake the added responsibility of providing strategic oversight of Cruse Scotland’s financial affairs.
The role of Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are adhered to, and will prepare and present reports to the Board and its Financial and Audit Committee. The Treasurer will work closely with fellow board members in discussing the financial health of the organisation and consider options for ongoing sustainability. The Board meet quarterly as does the Finance and Audit Committee.
About Cruse Scotland
We are Scotland’s leading bereavement charity, providing bereavement support to anyone in Scotland who needs us. Bereavement is often one of the toughest experiences that people will face in their lifetime and for some it can be truly debilitating and completely overwhelming. The range of support we offer includes our Free Bereavement Helpline, GriefChat (instant web-based support), individual and group counselling support, children and young people’s services, training to workplace support and more. See our Get Support section for more information
The most remarkable thing about Cruse Scotland is the fact that our client services are delivered purely by a volunteer workforce - all of whom - are trained to professional standards. It’s fair to say that their motivation and commitment is contagious, and as such, we value their contributions highly.
Our volunteer workforce of 250 people are located in communities across Scotland, and are supported by a staff team of 23, the majority of whom are employed part time. Without our volunteers our organisation simply would not exist. This of course includes the contributions of those who oversee the governance of our charity - our trustees - all of whom are volunteers too. Our trustees comprise a broad range of professions and expertise and are an engaged, committed and friendly bunch. Meet them here: Our People : Cruse Scotland
Next Steps
For more detail about the role please see the following documents:
To apply
Please complete and return the application form below.
The closing date for applications is Noon on Monday 3 November 2025.
Interviews will be held in person on Monday 17 November 2025.
If you prefer an informal conversation before applying please make contact with our office manager to arrange this, email: michaela.thomson@crusescotland.org.uk
Cruse Scotland strives to create a fair and inclusive organisational culture. In our commitment towards Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, we particularly welcome applications from people with protected characteristics who are under-represented in our trustee membership.