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We are looking to recruit Board Members specifically with accounting and marketing experience, to add to our team. The role involves: ensuring effective management of the charity and its resources, providing support and guidance to staff and volunteers and helping with long term planning to ensure the future of the charity.

An exciting opporttunity to volunteer in our reception team. From answering phone calls, franking mail and checking any emails to greeting our visitors, you'll be right at the heart of our chairtable and social enterprise operations. Whether you've had experience in reception work or this a brand new experience, it's your willingness to learn and grow with us that counts!

Delivering food boxes locally. Will need to have either someone from their household to accompany them or we will arrange two cars to prevent lone working. Need to able to lift and carry boxes of food. This will be in Peterhead and surrounding area initially then when the centre opens will just be to rural areas.

This role involves working as part of the food bank team in greeting and speaking with recipients of our parcels as well as managing their food donations. Food donations are sorted, weighed and packed ready for distribution. We have a ‘front of house’ which involves speaking with recipients and offering refreshments, offering signposting advice etc. and a ‘back of house’ which involves stock management and preparation. Key task • Receive food donations from members of the public and thank them • Ensure that incoming stock is checked, weighed, and recorded • Sort food by date and type, removing any items that are damaged or out-of-date and weighing these out separately • Keep Foodbank area clean and tidy at all times, and notifying the Coordinator if there are any concerns • Prepare stock orders for the foodbank centre and/or emergency food boxes, as appropriate • Assist in undertaking an annual stock take as detailed in the foodbank operating manual • Report any health & safety or safeguarding concerns to the Foodbank Coordinator

CAT FOSTERERS directly help cats and kittens in need; providing them with hands on care and working with others to rehome them, ultimately, providing them with a second chance of a happy and healthy life. Volunteers are needed throughout Moray, from Tomintoul to Brodie to Buckie to this side of Keith and all areas between. What this role involves: This key role ensures the needs of each cat being cared for are met appropriately, upholding minimum veterinary and cat care standards in accordance with Cats Protection’s policies and procedures. Providing temporary care and accommodation to stray, abandoned or injured cats in purpose built cat pen in your garden/outside space or in an adapted space room in your home Cleaning of the cats environment and equipment, feeding and grooming Spending time enriching the cats experience in care, including, play, exercise, stroking and allowing quiet and relaxation periods Administering of medication such as flea and worm treatments Working and communicating effectively with others including volunteers, vets, potential new owners and Moray Cat Protection volunteers. This role is now undertaken with full PPE provided and COVID 19 preparations in place.

Guide Dogs is a charity which specialises in providing support to people living with sight loss and their families. The charity provide support in a number of different way, through our Guide Dog service, our My Guide service and the Children and Young People Service. We also work with numerous volunteers up and down the country who campaign for changes to be made in their local communities. Also we have made progress in finding new roles for Guide Dogs which aren’t suitable for a Guide Dog role, our Companion Dog service allows these dogs to work with children and families to help develop confidence in a child or young person who is living with sight loss. You will have the chance to take part in some or all of the following: · Street collections on ‘flag’ days · Help on stalls at local events · Take Collection Boxes to local businesses · Attending local events organised by Branches or Community Fundraiser and keeping track of what we sell on our stalls (including the cuddly toys!) · Count donations · Fundraisers are usually members of the local fundraising group

Guide Dogs is a charity which specialises in providing support to people living with sight loss and their families. The charity provide support in a number of different way, through our Guide Dog service, our My Guide service and the Children and Young People Service. We also work with numerous volunteers up and down the country who campaign for changes to be made in their local communities. Also we have made progress in finding new roles for Guide Dogs which aren’t suitable for a Guide Dog role, our Companion Dog service allows these dogs to work with children and families to help develop confidence in a child or young person who is living with sight loss. Tasks include: · Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area · Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy · Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs · Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers · Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area · Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed

Assist with the meet and greet of visitors to the museum and help within the gift shop.

Wellbeing Scotland is an independent community based, charitable organisation providing confidential trauma specialist support to individuals and families whose adverse childhood experiences have had a negative impact on their wellbeing, supporting both children and adults. Services include individual therapeutic support, informal support, advocacy, groupwork, access to legal advice and support in relation to seeking justice and befriending. Wellbeing Scotland has opened a charity shop in Alloa and are looking for volunteers to assist with the day to day running of the shop. The role involves: - Stocktaking - Customer Service - Cash handling - Keep shop and store room clean and tidy We are looking for someone who is able to dedicate to a regular volunteering slot, and who are able to communicate well. You need to have enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. This role will allow you the opportunity to be part of a team making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families in your local community. Full training and induction and ongoing personal development Travel expenses will be reimbursed The opportunity to meet new people and develop new skills

Wellbeing Scotland are a voluntary organisation with services across Scotland. We provide a wide range of holistic services for individuals and families whose life experiences have impacted negatively on their wellbeing. Since 1994 we have offered client centred, holistic, trauma informed therapeutic services and have specialised in abuse and trauma work. We work with both children and adults and have services in various areas of Scotland and are working towards providing support to individuals in all areas of Scotland. We offer a diverse range of support services in recognition of the wide range of experiences which may impact on an individual or their family in different ways, at different stages of their lives. The range of support offered ensures that we can offer individuals a support pathway which suits their individual needs. Our services are open ended, in recognition of the fact that every individual’s experience is different and unique to them as is their journey to recovery. Wellbeing Scotland recognise what a difficult time it is for all with this Covid-19 outbreak. As it is currently not safe to offer face to face appointments, we will be offering support by telephone, text, email and video chat. Befrienders will offer a listening ear and full description of the role is attached. Online Training will be provided.