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Speaker

Published: 06/07/2010 Updated: 03/09/2010
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Speaker

When We Need You

From 11/06/2010 onwards

About Opportunity

Your aim would be to inspire others to support the fight against heart disease by offering their financial or volunteer support. You will encourage people to sign up to take part in our fundraising campaigns like Be a part of Red of Heart and join us as volunteer fundraisers raising funds in their local community. You will be part of a network of enthusiastic Volunteer Speakers who play a major role in raising the profile of the charity locally, promoting our fundraising initiatives to a diverse range of audiences.

Availability

Flexible

About British Heart Foundation

The aim of British Heart Foundation is to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease so that its no longer a major cause of premature death or disability.

Skills & Experience

If you have experience of public speaking or would like to gain some, this role will suit you. We are looking for people from a variety of backgrounds, who can connect and confidently engage with others in group situations. Strong communication skills will be important to success in this role. BHF volunteers are of all ages, sixteen and upwards, and there is no specific experience required to become a Volunteer Speaker. Access to your own transport would be helpful. Some evening or day time availability would be required. An interest in helping to beat heart disease is vital.

Travel Details

Local to your area.

Restrictions

As a heart health and research charity BHF Scotland has specific policies on smoking and animal testing – for further information about our policies and work please contact us.

Training and Induction Details

Initially you would be accompanied by either the FVM or another experienced volunteer speaker when on speaking engagements. You would have close links with your FVM, Regional Office and local BHF volunteers.

Work Type

Advice / Information giving

Client Group

Health/Hospitals/hospices

Expenses Detail

Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our volunteer expenses policy.

Accessibility Details

No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet

Frequency & Commitment

No minimum time.Some evening or day time availability would be required. Talks range from a couple of minutes to 15-30 minute presentations. You may be invited to join a group for a meal.

Minimum Age

No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity

Volunteers Required

6

Reference Code

20-613

Opportunity Provided By

Volunteer Centre East Ayrshire

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Contact Details


PO Box 16289
Glasgow
Scotland
G13 9BS


Contact: Carole Nicol
Tel: 0141-954-8542/MOBILE: 07734 3
Email: nicolc@bhf.org.uk
Website: http://www.bhf.org.uk

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