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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
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
Scottish Child Payment Roundtable Event
This event is for SCVO members to meet with Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People, Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP, and discuss the new Scottish Child Payment and the timetable for the delivery of other devolved entitlements. Read more
Essential Digital Skills: A Year On
The Essential Digital Skills Toolkit is one year old! Come join us this September to celebrate, collaborate and learn with the people who know it best............YOU. Last year we launched the Toolkit following extensive consultation with over 60 organisations and your support, i… 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
Intermediaries Network Meeting: Membership
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 discuss membership challenges and opportunities. Read more
Joint network meeting on Scottish Conservatives Manifesto
At this session we will be joined by Marek Zemanik, Director of Policy for theScottish Conservative & Unionist Party. Marek is also leading on the development of the Scottish Conservative manifesto.Marek will share his insights into the party's manifesto process for the 2… 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
Beyond the basics: developing your fundraising skills
You already know the ABCs of fundraising so now it’s time to get into action and build upon your blocks of fundraising knowledge.Accessing funding can be scary, but don’t hide – seek a better understanding of how to approach funders, meet their criteria and build on relationships… Read more
Managing volunteers within organisations
What makes your organisation the organisation of choice for current and new volunteers and how do you make volunteering a rewarding experience?Volunteers are one of the key resources in third sector organisations. To make the most of this resource it is important that volunteers … Read more