Are you looking for a fun-filled Friday afternoon? Are you aged 15 to 25? Ever thought of becoming a volunteer?
We have an opportunity for you!
We are looking for volunteers to spend time with residents of sheltered housing in Kirriemuir to have a cuppa, play bingo, board games, have laugh and much more!
We are looking for people:
• Aged 15 -25
• Free on Friday afternoons
• Patience, understanding and good communication skills
Your important impact:
Two hour visit to provide activities to residents really can make such a positive difference to a person. By enrolling to become a Volunteer Intergenerational Befriender, you are playing a vital role in reducing social isolation and loneliness within the Angus community and spreading a sense of fun.
If you are interested in becoming a befriender, please get in touch.
Are you looking for a fun-filled Tuesday afternoon? Are you aged 15 to 25? Ever thought of becoming a volunteer?
We have an opportunity for you!
We are looking for volunteers to spend time with residents of sheltered housing in Arbroath to have a cuppa, play bingo, board games, have laugh and much more!
We are looking for people:
• Aged 15 -25
• Free on Tuesday afternoons
• Patience, understanding and good communication skills
Your important impact:
Two hour visit to provide activities to residents really can make such a positive difference to a person. By enrolling to become a Volunteer Intergenerational Befriender, you are playing a vital role in reducing social isolation and loneliness within the Angus community and spreading a sense of fun.
If you are interested in becoming a befriender, please get in touch.
The Treasurer bears all the general, governance responsibilities of a Board Member and also has particular responsibilities relating to the role of Treasurer including working closely with our Accountants where necessary in:
• Using XERO to oversee, approve and present budgets, accounts and financial statements
• Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs
• Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy
• Preparing and presenting quarterly financial reports to the board and advising on financial matters, both positive and negative
• Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place and acted upon routinely
• To be a counter signatory to any major banking transaction and approve banking transactions, including payment of staff wages
• Advising on the financial implications of the organisation’s strategic plans
• To advise the board of its financial requirements for the year ahead
• Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies
• If external scrutiny of accounts is required, ensuring that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required (independent
examination or audit) and any recommendations are implemented
• Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
• Contributing to the fundraising strategy of the organisation
• Preparing BWA’s annual report and making a formal presentation of the report at the annual general meeting and drawing attention
to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way
The Ayrshire Women's Hub CIC is a community interest group like no other. The aim is to facilitate a warm, friendly walk-in premises in Ayr, where women can go to socialise and empower each other through our free workshops, surgeries and classes. We offer a full support service to the most vulnerable people in our community and work as an intermediary between services and the people we support, ensuring they receive the help they deserve and need.
We currently need a volunteer to support us with admin duties at the reception desk. Main responsibilities would be:
- Using the charity log in system.
- Inputting information into the system.
- Meeting and greeting walk ins.
- Answering phone calls and redirecting them.
- Taking note of self referrals.
We welcome and support volunteers from all backgrounds and we provide all necessary training. Some previous experience and a knowledge of our charity work may be an asset.
Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO
MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss.
The board of MISS has 6 charity trustees including the role of Chairperson. Their duties include:
- Leading the board
- Ensure smooth running of meetings
- Promoting good governance among fellow charity trustees
- Acting as a spokesperson where required
- Approximately 5 hours per month
- Chair bi-monthly board meetings
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing charity where you can expand your skills with leading a charity and managing a board as well as make a significant contribution and support your community.
All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428
Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/
Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO
We are offering a rewarding and exciting volunteering opportunity as an Operations Assistant which will play a key role within the MISS charity as it expands and develops. The successful candidate with be working closely with our Operations Manager and responsible for the following:
- Sub-committee support
- Research potential funding streams to apply for
- General administration support
- Assist with preparing support packs & posting
- Meeting/events coordination
Due to the size of team, it's essential that you have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. As well as this you will thrive working in a small team and be self-motivated, with a strong work ethic.
Like working in any small organisation, you will be required to juggle multiple deadlines, so well-honed organisational skills are essential.
And lastly, we're keen to appoint someone who can work with diplomacy, has meticulous attention to detail and possesses a warm and friendly demeanour.
Number of hours: 5-10 hours per month
All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428
Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/
Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO
MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss.
We are looking to recruit trustees to the MISS board who have a mix of skills and experience to bring to our existing board. This is to enhance our current board and any background is welcome including retail, HR or IT.
Board meetings are held on a bi-monthly basis and virtually, therefore there is no preference to location or where you are based. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
For more details please contact Abi Clarke, Chief Executive Officer at MISS at email: abi@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428.
Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/
Aberdeen Women's Alliance are a small, local, charity that was set up in 2004. Our aim is to enable Aberdeen womens' voices to be better heard by decision-makers. Since 2013 we have also run a successful local women's history project. Most recently during the pandemic, we have worked with our partners to make sure some disadvantaged women are having their basic needs met.
We are keen to recruit some women to become new members of the Lead Group. Our Lead Group oversees our governance much like a Board or Management Committee.
If you're interested in finding out more, please in the first instance email awainfo@btinternet.com
*Summary of the role:
The Mum and Toddler Group aims to lead discussion amongst local women, and provide a space to build connections and community. The children range from 0-4 years old. At this age range, children are active, inquisitive and developing their personalities! The main goal of this volunteering role is playing with and caring for the children.
*General responsibilities:
• Getting out appropriate toys and games for free play;
• Leading simple activities organised by the WFW;
• In time, and if they have appropriate experience, volunteers may wish to plan activities or games themselves;
• Adhering to training and guidelines given to ensure the safety and well-being of the children.
All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Stevie Stacy, Homelessness Prevention Coordinator North at E Mail: steviestacy@bethanychristiantrust.com or tel.: 07436251810.
Four Pillars is a Grampian only based LGBT+ Charity that looks after the community in relation to their mental, emotional, physical and sexual health.
As a volunteer you will be at the heart of this unique service that looks to work with individuals on reducing risky sexual behaviour and STI/HIV transmissions whilst protecting the whole person.
There are many different roles within Four Pillars and what kind of role you play is entirely up to you and your skills.
For more information please contact Deejay Bullock at E Mail: deejay@fourpillarsuk.org or tel.: 01224 211963.