Volunteer Assessment Panel Application

  • Volunteer Assessment Panel Application

  • We are inviting volunteers from communities across the Scottish Borders to join our Community Funding Assessment Panel.

    As a panel member, you will help review, assess and score applications from community groups, charities, social enterprises, and local organisations seeking funding to deliver projects that benefit people across the region.

    This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to community development, gain experience in funding assessment, and help ensure local voices shape local investment.

    Deadline for applications:
    15th May 2026

    Questions?
    If you’d like to discuss the role or need the form in another format, please contact Lorna McCullough; lorna@borderscommunityaction.org.uk or call 07485 394009.

  • About the Role

  • Role:
    Volunteer Funding Assessor

    Location:
    Remote/online, with occasional inperson sessions (optional)

    Time commitment:
    Approx. 10 hours per funding round over the space of a month (varies), including reading applications and attending assessment meetings

    Skills needed:
    Ability to use email, online systems and access to join meetings online if needed.

    Training:
    Full training and scoring guidance will be provided.

    Expenses:
    Travel expenses reimbursed (where relevant)

    Panel members will:

    • Read and score applications using an agreed scoring framework
    • Provide constructive written comments
    • Participate in a panel meetings (online or in person) to discuss recommendations
    • Help ensure decisions are fair, transparent, and community-led
    • Maintain confidentiality and declare any conflicts of interest

  • 1. Your Details

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  • Address

  • 2. About You

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  • Do you live, work or volunteer in the Scottish Borders?*

  • 3. Availability

  • Funding rounds typically require 4–6 hours of reading time and attendance at two to three assessment meetings (usually 1–2 hours).
  • Are you able to commit this time during funding rounds?*

  • 4. Conflicts of Interest

  • Panel members must be independent.
  • Do you work or volunteer with any organisations that may apply for funding?*

  • 5. Accessibility & Support Needs

  • We want to ensure the panel is accessible to all.
  • Do you have any accessibility needs, adjustments or support requirements?*

  • 6. Equality Monitoring (Optional)

  • Completion is voluntary and helps ensure diverse participation.

  • 7. Declaration

  •  I confirm that:

    • The information provided is accurate.
    • I understand that this is a voluntary role.
    • I agree to maintain confidentiality when reviewing applications.

    Data Protection & Privacy Notice

    By submitting this form, you consent to Borders Community Action collecting, storing, and processing your personal information for the purpose of assessing and managing Volunteer Assessment Panel applications and related volunteering activity. Where necessary, relevant information may be shared with funding partners or panel coordinators solely for these purposes.

    Your data will be stored securely and handled in accordance with UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to request access to your personal data, request corrections, or ask for your data to be deleted at any time. You may also withdraw your consent without affecting your application by contacting Borders Community Action.

     

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