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SOHTIS is a leading anti-human trafficking NGO in Scotland. We are committed to bringing freedom to victims and survivors of human trafficking in Scotland. We have an experienced team which has much to offer to the wider NGO and statutory sectors. We are looking to recruit volunteer(s) who can assist us in securing opportunities to provide these skills via the public tendering procurement system in Scotland. This is a great opportunity to join our passionate team and working closely with our CEO.

SOHTIS is committed to bringing freedom to victims and survivors of human trafficking in Scotland. This is a great opportunity to join our passionate team and work with our Development and Partnership Manager and CEO to research potential grant funders and prepare applications.

Assisting with the development of our social enterprise which will allow us to support more victims and survivors of human trafficking. A range of opportunities: -marketing new merchandise lines -uploading and managing online shop -preparing items for sale at market/craft fayres and shops -planning new ideas for sales More roles available on discussion.

Quarriers North Lanarkshire Supported Living & East Dunbartonshire Services are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and motivated volunteer to join the team in an Office Assistant role. Purpose Of The Role: We are looking for a motivated individual to join our friendly team and provide support with, database input, updating volunteer recruitment files, spreadsheets, and general admin duties. Main Tasks: • Input/update data on spreadsheets/database • Archiving • Filing & photocopying paperwork • Dealing with enquiries • Dealing with incoming/outgoing mail Previous administration experience is desirable in particular experience of using spreadsheets and databases as the volunteer will be expected to work using own initiative. Initially the volunteer will work alongside current staff until confident in undertaking various office tasks on their own. Where & When This opportunity will take place in the office at Chryston. Ideally 3 - 7 hours per week but this dependent on the volunteer’s availability.

Quarriers intandem mentoring service recruits volunteer mentors in local communities across Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire, the mentors seek to help children aged 8-14 years who are looked after at home by providing; regular visits, access to appropriate activities and a positive role model within the child’s life. We also promote volunteering opportunities by attending open days and events at colleges, work places and universities. The service is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and motivated volunteer to join the team to help support this work. Purpose Of The Role: We are looking for a motivated individual to join our friendly team and provide support with, database input, updating volunteer recruitment files, spreadsheets, and general admin duties and also representing the service at volunteer recruitment events. Main Tasks: • Input/update data on spreadsheets/database • Archiving • Filing & photocopying paperwork • Dealing with enquiries • Dealing with incoming/outgoing mail • Raising awareness of the service through events, advertising etc • Linking with service coordinator to ensure systems and processes are consistent Previous administration experience is desirable in particular experience of using spreadsheets and databases as the volunteer will be expected to work using own initiative. Initially the volunteer will work alongside the service coordinator until confident in undertaking various office tasks on their own. Where & When This opportunity will take place in the office at Falkirk. Ideally 3 - 7 hours per week but this dependent on the volunteer’s availability.

Why we want you The charity has around 100 branches, all run by volunteers, who provide local support to autistic people and their families. Every branch is different and so are the activities they provide – they may run parent support groups, adult social groups, children’s activities, conferences or focus on providing information or campaigning. However, no matter how big or small, all branches are hugely valued by the people in their local area. What you will be doing Assisting at in person branch activities such as bucket collections, fundraising activities, etc. Where extra volunteers are required on the day of an event. When and where Flexible, role is on an ad hoc basis and will be as and when required for branch events. Home based (plus travel to branch activities in North Lanarkshire). Support Written guidance on a range of branch activities. You must complete any requested eLearning training modules before you start volunteering. Insurance cover for all branch activities.

Boness Car 4U is a free volunteer patient transport service for anyone registered with a Bo'ness Medical Practice who has been diagnosed with cancer. Volunteer drivers convey these patients from their home to their place of treatment and home again. The Volunteer Coordinator is the first point of contact for BC4U from the Medical Practice referring the patient to us. Patient confidentiality is paramount in this role, we do not need to know how the patient is affected, nor the nature of the treatment being administered, all that effects us is that the patient has asked for transportation. Please note some more detailed information about the expectations of the role below: Patients phone their own GP’s receptionists with their name and phone number when they have an appointment date. The receptionist will then contact the BC4U co-ordinator to pass on the patient’s contact details. It is intended that we will have 4 co-ordinators, each in possession of our laptop and mobile phone for an on-call period of 7 days. The co-ordinator will then contact the patient to find out the following information: • Place of treatment • Dates / times and expected length of the appointment if known. • Ask if the patient has received COVID-19 vaccinations. • Establish if the patient requires assistance or a wheelchair at the hospital. • Establish if the patient is exempt from wearing face coverings • Are there any special circumstances whereby it is essential that the patient must be accompanied by a friend • Arrange for a Privacy Document to be completed. As far as is possible arrange transfer of documents electronically. • Advise the patient that they will be required to undertake a contactless forehead thermometer test when they are about to be uplifted, sit in the back seat of the car diagonally opposite the driver and that they must wear a face covering if it is safe for them to do so and that we can provide a face covering if required. • Advise the patient that if they are displaying any of the recognised symptoms of COVID19 they will not be able to travel with Bo’ness Car 4U. The co-ordinator then contacts a driver to ascertain if they are available for the given date(s), and gives the patient’s name, address, phone number and the date, time, place and expected length of the appointment if known. The co-ordinator enters all this information onto our password-protected spreadsheet to ensure records of each journey, the patient's details, the destination, etc. and all other future dates/times to book up either the same driver, or another available driver. Training will be given in the use of our basic IT system. Previous experience of office IT would be advantageous. Using the statistics of Meadowbank Car4U, Polmont, who have been running a similar project for the past 4 years, offering this service to a population twice the size of Bo'ness, we estimate processing approximately 30 persons in a year. BC4U hopes to launch service in 2022, we are keen to build a bank of volunteers in advance of launching our services.

Airdrie Foodbank is run by Calderbank Parish Church and its volunteers, in association with the Trussell Trust. We exist to provide a lifeline to hungry people in our community. Our volunteers provide food, a listening ear, and signposting to help clients tackle the root causes of their food poverty. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK. Overview of the role: This role involves helping to promote the work of the food bank and encourage donations through our website and social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Key tasks • Maintain the social media channels for the food bank • Respond to comments and messages appropriately • Generate content to promote the work of the food bank, encourage donations, myth bust • Regularly reviewing website content to ensure it remains up to date • Adding relevant and engaging news items and stories to website and social media channels • Prepare and send press releases for significant foodbank events • Support PR requests from The Trussell Trust, as required • Follow Trussell Trust PR to understand any local implications

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) is offering a rewarding and exciting opportunity for a Secretary to join the Board. This role plays a crucial part within MISS and makes a meaningful difference to people who have had a miscarriage, helping to achieve their goal of supporting women and men after an early pregnancy loss and onto their next pregnancy. As Secretary, your role is to provide assistance and support to the Chairperson and Board of Trustees within the charity. Key Tasks include: *Responsible for the MISS generic email. Responding to enquiries and or forwarding onto other members of the MISS team. *Minute and note taking ensuring good governance. *Supporting MISS with administration tasks. *Producing agendas and supporting with meeting preparations. When you join the MISS charity, you are gaining a unique opportunity to make a difference in your community and raise awareness. You will be working with a team of passionate people who really care about the mental health and wellbeing of our members, and who want to make a positive and lasting difference for local families. Being part of a growing team offers the opportunity for real variety in your day-to-day work and the development of your role. For more information please contact Emma Rae, Chairperson of MISS at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk Further information and details of MISS are also available at our website at: https://miss-support.org.uk

OPAL: East Dunbartonshire’s Information Line is a free information service for residents of East Dunbartonshire. OPAL helps people get the information/support they need and to access local services vital to both their mental/physical health and wellbeing. By assisting with the coordination of OPAL’s social media activities, you will be raising awareness of the service and helping us reach people who need help and support, but don’t know where to get it. Although our social media channels are well established, we feel we do not utilize these tools to their full capacity. We are keen to work with someone who is interested in this area and in return for your time, we will offer you the chance to showcase your skills and develop new approaches to promoting the organisation digitally. There will also be opportunities for training, networking, and other tasks related to OPAL but most importantly you will be working alongside skilled OPAL Advisers, helping you develop your skills and knowledge on a range of topics.