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SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. As part of this we have great volunteer opportunities for people to help. This includes assisting as a Volunteer Branch Publicity Coordinator for SSAFA Grampian: *Role – Volunteer Branch Publicity Coordinator for SSAFA Grampian Could you raise SSAFA’s profile in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray? You don’t need a military background, just the ability to get on with all kinds of people, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If so, this role could be for you! *What is a Publicity Coordinator? As Publicity Coordinator you would work with SSAFA Grampian to develop a Publicity Plan. You would be central to delivering this local plan to raise awareness of SSAFA to potential clients, volunteers and funders. *Why do we need you in SSAFA Grampian? We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community for more than 130 years. We’d love the general public to understand what we do and how they can help us. We need to recruit volunteers that reflect our local communities and raise money to fund our work. We need you to help us get the SSAFA message out! *When would you be needed and where would you be based? This role would suit someone looking to give a regular time commitment to SSAFA, although when and where would be flexible to suit you. *What would you be doing? • Working with the Branch Chair to develop a Publicity Plan to keep SSAFA Grampian’s profile high in the local area • Publicising SSAFA events and those where SSAFA will be represented • Work with Marketing/PR staff at central office to develop case studies of clients and volunteers • Developing and maintaining networks with local press, TV and radio outlets through providing press releases, interviews, case studies etc • Working with the Digital Team at Central Office and Grampian’s Digital Marketing Manager to develop and maintain a local on-line presence for the branch via a website and social media channels *What can you gain from this volunteering role? • Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others • Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community • Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews • Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression! A great opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you wish to volunteer/for further details please contact Julie Silva (Branch Secretary, Grampian) at email: Julie.Silva@grampian.ssafa.org.uk or telephone: 07879846200.

Keith Community Radio broadcasts across Moray and beyond on 107.7FM and online at www.kcr.fm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They play 30 to 35 hours of shows weekly, broadcast in the evenings from 6pm, with shows repeated the following day. It's a busy volunteer radio station, and they are looking for a volunteer or two to help behind the scenes. Volunteers are needed to help schedule pre-recorded programmes on to our computer system. Previous experience in this field would be advantageous but full training will be given. This role could be done remotely and the volunteer would need their own computer. Previous experience in this field would be advantageous but full training will be given. If anyone is interested in joining our friendly volunteer team, they can get in touch with James Wiseman for further information by emailing james@kcr.fm or ringing 07854 228177

Become part of two of Forres' most historic buildings by volunteering. The Forres Heritage Trust needs volunteers to help meet and greet visitors at both the Tolbooth in Forres High Street and Nelson's Tower on Cluny Hill. The Forres Heritage Trust celebrates and helps preserve the great buildings, including the Tolbooth and Nelson’s Tower, histories, stories and traditions that embody this area’s unique cultural heritage, both now and for future generations. The Trust has created new tours at the Tolbooth which unlocks the history of the building’s old police office and cells, highlighting the newly renovated courtroom as well as the parapet around the clock tower – which has never been open to the public before. Volunteers are needed as tour guides, to help by providing a warm welcome and to help visitors understand the history and context of both these remarkable buildings and their conservation. Could you help to inspire and engage our visitors with helping to tell the story and fascinating history of both of the Tolbooth and Nelson’s Tower? Find out more ***Volunteer Drop in*** March 15 2023 *** Meet other volunteers and find out how to get involved. If you want more information but cannot make this date, there will be another drop in on March 18 and a third one on May 8. Training and support will be given to all volunteers, giving you materials and information for your own learning. Frequency of tours and times are initially dependent on volunteers' availabilities. If you would like to find out more about this role, or the drop-ins, or just to have a chat, please get in touch by emailing Peter Haworth fhtvolunteers@outlook.com

Each week our volunteer team prepare, read and record articles from The Orcadian for those who are not able to read the newspaper. We are looking for volunteer recorders to help us produce a weekly CD every week. Reading and recording is done on Thursdays and the CD is copied and dispatched on Fridays. You can choose which roles suits you best and you would expect to do about 3-4 hours each month.

You will connect with members of the Running online branch through Teams and the Facebook page we have set up for you. These provide a safe and secure platform for branch members to connect with each other. What you will be doing You will act as a co-leader of the Running online branch with one other volunteer. Acting as a joint coordinator of the branch with the second co-leader. Creating posts on the Facebook page to keep engagement up and encourage interaction. (We recommend at least 3 posts a week). Taking responsibility for organising and planning the Teams meetings. (We recommend at least one Teams meeting per month). Monitoring the chat box during a Teams meeting and responding to any questions or comments. As co-leader of the branch you will be responsible for making sure everyone at the Teams meeting abides by the branch rules/guidelines e.g. not sharing personal contact details, that everyone in the branch listens to and respects the thoughts and opinions of other branch members. Contacting branch members via the Facebook page or email to let them know when the next meeting will be and give them any information they may need. Facilitating to make sure that those who wish to attend the Teams meeting have the information they need and understand the guidelines for online branches Providing admin support to the branch. This includes: responsibility for the branch emails, responding to enquires, and contacting new members. The skills you need Reasonable IT skills. Confident using a computer to send and receive emails and to connect to others online. Knowledge of Facebook or willingness to learn. Access to a computer or tablet and a good internet connect. Interest in running would be beneficial but not essential Ability to listen and involve others in the online branch A quiet space where you can be involved in the online meetings without interruptions from others in your household. What's in it for you Access free training and learn new skills. Meet new people. A worthwhile achievement to add to your CV. Having fun whilst carrying out a valuable role. Volunteering can keep you mentally stimulated and provide you with a sense of purpose. This is a rewarding and fulfilling opportunity and will allow you to make a difference to those you are supporting and their families. When and where • Flexibility on days and the amount of time committed to the role. • Some groups may take place in an evening and some during the daytime, branches can be flexible on when there meeting take place to suit the members of that branch. Support • Designated Senior Branch Engagement Officer to answer any queries and provide support. • Written guidance on a range of branch communications. • You must complete any requested eLearning modules before you start volunteering. Your Senior Branch Engagement Officer will explain what you need to complete. • Insurance cover for all branch activities. • Agreed expenses reimbursed for attendance at any event organised by the branch support team

Volunteers help raise awareness, [plan events, advocate and spread the word about Mikeysline services [mental health and suicide prevention].

Do you have what we need and could we offer you the opportunity that you’re looking for? We’re looking for new Trustees with the enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to join our Board of Trustees. If you would like to make a difference then we would like to hear from you. Did you know – from Research by Getting on Board that supports individuals to join charity Boards: • 96% of Trustees said they had learned new skills • 84% said being a Trustee made them happier • 73% said it made them more confident • 22% received a promotion at work because of becoming a Trustee The Board of Partners for Inclusion Group is looking for additional Trustees to bring their skills and experience and work collaboratively with the Group that provides bespoke support for people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, or both. Working closely with families, each person has a person-centred support with a team recruited especially for and with them. Each person receives their own budget for support and, as no two individuals are the same; no two support services are the same. Do you have passion for our Mission? • Support people to live how they choose • Influence and enhance opportunities available to all • Share knowledge, experience and learning with others Do you share our Values, that everyone….? • is equal, different and has their own gifts • has the ability to develop • has needs and the right to support in keeping with their basic human rights • has relationships that are valuable What’s in it for You • Becoming a Trustee is a wonderful way of gaining new skills and experiences – and a great way to feel you’re giving something back • You will be helping a Charity make a big difference to the lives of people treated as individuals • Develop valuable skills, knowledge, experience and networks within the Voluntary sector. • Work alongside a committed and varied team of Trustees, as both Trustee & Director, all striving to promote the Group’s way of providing bespoke individual support We are particularly looking for Trustees with backgrounds and experience in the areas of: Finance | Marketing and Communications | Process improvement | Technology | Business Development Diversity and Inclusion We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, experience, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Partners for Inclusion Group is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to: - Paying for your travel costs to the office and back for interviews. - Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d like them. - Providing the Trustee Information Pack in a Word document format upon request. - Offering a guaranteed first stage interview with Partners for Inclusion Group for disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require a hard copy of the Trustee application pack please call our reception desk on 01563 825 555 or email reception@partnersforinclusion.org

Do you have what we need and could we offer you the opportunity that you’re looking for? We’re looking for new Trustees with the enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to join our Board of Trustees. If you would like to make a difference then we would like to hear from you. Did you know – from Research by Getting on Board that supports individuals to join charity Boards: • 96% of Trustees said they had learned new skills • 84% said being a Trustee made them happier • 73% said it made them more confident • 22% received a promotion at work because of becoming a Trustee The Board of Partners for Inclusion Group is looking for additional Trustees to bring their skills and experience and work collaboratively with the Group that provides bespoke support for people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, or both. Working closely with families, each person has a person-centred support with a team recruited especially for and with them. Each person receives their own budget for support and, as no two individuals are the same; no two support services are the same. Do you have passion for our Mission? • Support people to live how they choose • Influence and enhance opportunities available to all • Share knowledge, experience and learning with others Do you share our Values, that everyone….? • is equal, different and has their own gifts • has the ability to develop • has needs and the right to support in keeping with their basic human rights • has relationships that are valuable What’s in it for You • Becoming a Trustee is a wonderful way of gaining new skills and experiences – and a great way to feel you’re giving something back • You will be helping a Charity make a big difference to the lives of people treated as individuals • Develop valuable skills, knowledge, experience and networks within the Voluntary sector. • Work alongside a committed and varied team of Trustees, as both Trustee & Director, all striving to promote the Group’s way of providing bespoke individual support We are particularly looking for Trustees with backgrounds and experience in the areas of: Finance | Marketing and Communications | Process improvement | Technology | Business Development Diversity and Inclusion We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, experience, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Partners for Inclusion Group is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to: - Paying for your travel costs to the office and back for interviews. - Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d like them. - Providing the Trustee Information Pack in a Word document format upon request. - Offering a guaranteed first stage interview with Partners for Inclusion Group for disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require a hard copy of the Trustee application pack please call our reception desk on 01563 825 555 or email reception@partnersforinclusion.org

Branch Communications Officer responsibilities include: • Developing the branch communications strategy • Steer the volunteer communication team • Writing content for branch emails to members and supporters • Sharing news from The Women’s Equality Party central office through branch forums • Staying up to date with WE-related media appearances and campaigns both centrally and locally • Identifying and sharing content that is likely to be of interest to branch members • Identifying and sharing content that is related to the core objectives of the Women’s Equality Party • Developing links with local print and online media This role is also an active member of the branch officer team and will help develop branch strategy, membership plans and campaigns. All branch officers may interact with the WE central office team and represent the branch on occasion. You’ll be prepared to sign the WE Code of Conduct outlining expectations around confidentiality, data protection and not disqualified from holding public office.

Could you help SSAFA reach more supporters and raise greater awareness of our services through the magic of social media and digital marketing? You don’t need a military background, just some basic digital skills, the ability to get on with a wide range of people and good written English. If you have I.T or digital marketing experience, that would be great but not essential. We’d love you to get in touch to find out more.