A not-for-profit organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion in the energy industry is seeking volunteers for its executive board.
Aberdeen-based AFBE-UK Scotland, which supports engineers from under-represented groups, requires support for its networking and development events, including deputy coordinators for its popular Real Projects and Transition programmes.
Other positions the body is looking to fill include general secretary, deputy webmaster, social media coordinator, student representatives and events coordinator. Applications are open to members and non-members, although applicants from the latter category will be required to join as part of the process.
Dr Ollie Folayan, chair of AFBE-UK Scotland, said: “We are looking for people with dedication, commitment and – most importantly – bags of enthusiasm to contribute to the work of AFBE-UK Scotland as and when required.
“These are exciting opportunities not only to become involved in the work of AFBE-UK Scotland but to broaden professional horizons. The benefits of board membership range from developing competencies towards chartership and fellowship to engaging regularly with senior industry people, MPs and even cabinet ministers. There are also opportunities to take up industry-wide committee roles and become actively involved in industry conferences, dinners and seminars.”
You can apply to join the executive board have until Friday, January 24, 2020 by contacting info@afbescotland.org – applicants should include their CV and state the role they are interested in. Find out more at www.afbescotland.org
