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SCVO Policy Forum: Spring evidence session 2019
This session is open to members of the SCVO Policy Forum only. The Policy Forum is an SCVO initiative to strengthen the voice of the third sector in Scotland.This evidence session will be an opportunity for the Forum to reflect the future of the workforce and the economy in Scotl… Read more
Cyber UK - Supporting the Third Sector
The National Cyber Security Centre, the Scottish Government and SCVO are hosting a FREE Third Sector Cyber Resilience workshop as part of the major Cyber UK conference in Glasgow on 24th April 2019No technical expertise is required to attend. Topics covered will include what risk… Read more
Policy Officers Network: Engaging with local Government
At this meeting of the Policy Officers Network (PON) we will be joined by Paula McLeay, Policy and Insight Senior Manager at the City of Edinburgh Council.Paula will share her insights into how local government works and how the third sector can engage with local government. This… 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 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
Accredited management and leadership
In a new and exciting partnership, SCVO and Challenges Catalyst are pleased to offer Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications to SCVO member organisations and the third sector.This 3-day course will be delivered on: module 1: 21 May; module 2: 22 May; and follow up day… Read more
Intermediaries Network Meeting: 2021 Scottish Manifestos
The quarterly meeting of SCVO's Intermediaries Network. A more detailed agenda will be added shortly. This meeting will offer intermediary organisations an opportunity to share their priorities ahead of producing their 2021 Scottish Election manifestos. Read more
Charity trading and tax
Any successful charity should have a diverse range of funding sources. Income generation through trading can be an attractive prospect, but you need to look before you leap! Read more
How to write right
Need to write content for websites or online platforms but need to improve your writing skills? This practical training course in copywriting and content writing for the web, and for print will help you gain the skills and confidence to write creative publicity materials. Read more
Time management in the workplace
Time management is about making the best use of your time. However this is easier said than done – particularly at this time when organisations are being required to do more for less. If you think time management approaches will help you keep control of your workload then this in… Read more