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What is state aid and how does it apply to the third sector?
What is State Aid? Often it is a question you are faced with on a funding form? Is this State Aid? So many myths, mystery and confusion surround State Aid. How do we challenge state aid assumptions by public funders? Come along and hear from the experts and get the real answers. Read more
Managing and supervising people
During this 2 day interactive course participants will: Identify strengths and areas to work on;Have a framework for managing and supervising people;Develop skills, techniques and strategies for managing people;Obtain support and encouragement;Tackle work related problems and iss… Read more
Implementing the Digital Health and Care Strategy across the third sector
Attend this free and practical event organised by the ALLIANCE, SCVO, CCPS and VHS to find out about next steps for implementing Scotland’s Digital Health and Care Strategy and to discuss what actions your organisation (and the third sector could collectively) take to ensure succ… Read more
Be report writing ready
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to produce an effective and reader-friendly report, identify what to include and leave out of the report, use their time more productively to produce the report and have more confidence in their own role of reporter Read more
Effective minute taking
Can someone take the minutes? Wow, what a lovely carpet …isn’t that a great view…how often do you avoid eye contact when this question is asked in meetings?Taking minutes can be daunting, but take courage – attend this interactive course, look them in the eye and say “I’ll be hap… Read more
Intermediaries Network Meeting
The quarterly meeting of SCVO's Intermediaries Network. A more detailed agenda will be added shortly. Read more
Introduction to data protection and the GDPR
Does data protection and/or the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) leave you feeling worried, unsure or confused? If it does, this one day course will be a great base upon which you can build your knowledge in the area of data protection and the way it must be treated and… Read more
UK shared prosperity fund consultation event
Brexit will bring European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) to an end in the UK. The 2017 Conservative Manifesto promised that the Government would “use the structural fund money that comes back to the UK following Brexit to create a United Kingdom Shared Prosperity Fund (U… Read more
Financial planning for non-financial managers
Good financial management is essential as finances tighten and funding sources become more diverse. The aim of this one day course is to explore the role of financial management in an effective organisation and to realise that it’s about more than just numbers.The session will fa… Read more
Introduction to effective fundraising
Are you ready for fundraising? Really? Being prepared is key to unlocking potential funds for your organisation so join Pam Judson on this course and see just how ready you are!Funding can seem a daunting task, but fear not using individual tasks and group work Pam will point you… Read more