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Office volunteer
When We Need You
From 16/06/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
Achadh an Droighinn (Auchindrain) was Scotland's last tenancy farm township, and is today the most original and best preserved example of a settlement type that was once common and universal across the Highlands and Islands. The 21-acre site is now a museum and heritage attraction open throughout the year. One of the historic buildings has been converted into a modern and reasonably well-equipped suite of offices. The site is run by a small workforce that is a mixture of paid staff and volunteers, but all have technical, professional or customer-facing roles. Office systems are largely lacking, and the trust urgently needs the support of a volunteer with the skill to get things organised and the patience to keep them that way.
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About Urras Achadh an Droighinn - The Auchindrain Trust
The Trust, and its associated membership organisation the Friends of Auchindrain, is working to preserve Auchindrain and to operate it as a visitor attraction for community and public benefit. Auchindrain, the Last Township, is a historic site of national importance.
Skills & Experience
This opportunity would best be filled by a person with a background in administration and office work, and who can contribute an understanding of systems and procedures as well as time. The organisational culture is very informal, friendly and welcoming, but at the same time strongly mission-driven. Individuals are encouraged to take ownership and reponsibility for areas of work where they can contribute specialist knowledge, and to feel they are part of a worthwhile whole.
Travel Details
Achadh an Droighinn (Auchindrain) - on the A83, 6 miles south of Inveraray. Car parking on site.
Requirements
Informal Chat, Police Check, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
All new volunteers receive an introdcution to the site, and the work of the Trust, and are shown necessary procedures. Training and support are provided as necessary on exactly the same basis as the Trust's paid staff.
Work Type
Administrative / Office Work
Client Group
Museums / galleries / heritage
Expenses Detail
Normal 'petty cash' expenses are refunded on the spot for neccasry purchases. Mileage is paid at 40p a mile or public transport costs are refunded for any travel other than for travel to the site.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
10-611
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Auchindrain
Furnace
Inveraray
Scotland
PA32 8XN
Contact: Bob Clark
Tel: 01499 500235
Email: bob.clark@auchindrain.org.uk
