Local Community Network Volunteer
When We Need You
From 12/09/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
Do you enjoy being part of your local community, knowing what's going on in your area and getting out and about to meet people?
We need volunteers who enjoy being in the thick of things. Can you help us as we raise funds to support blind and partially sighted people in your area and throughout the UK.
What will I be doing?
This role will require you, one day per week, to visit local shops, churches, community centres and libraries or other outlets where we would be permitted to display posters and leaflets. You will visit these places regularly to ensure that RNIB materials are on display, are neat, tidy, and up to date and in a prominent position. Eventually you will build up a relationship will the shop/centre managers enhancing our public awareness in the area.
You will also help us by checking the local newspapers to watch for local organisations that are involved in charitable giving and pass this information on to your Community Fundraising Executive who will take the lead further with a view to writing to the organisation for support for RNIB.
Availability
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| Morning | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Afternoon | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Evening | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Flexible
About RNIB
RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) is the UK's leading charity offering information, support and advice to almost two million people with sight loss. As a membership organisation we are dedicated to delivering services our members need and campaigning for their civil and welfare rights. We support children and adults with sight loss to live full and independent lives. Volunteers work with us to support blind and partially sighted people in a variety of locations across the UK. We have over 100 different volunteering roles available which can be done from home, based at an RNIB Group office or out and about in the community. Volunteering with us means that you will help even more blind and partially sighted people lead full and independent lives.
Skills & Experience
You should be some one who can communicate effectively with people from all walks of life.
Be self driven and motivated to support us.
Be able to organise and plan a cost effective route around your local area.
Have access to telephone, e-mail and internet services.
Training and Induction Details
Induction Training
Induction and Introduction to RNIB training
Training on the requirements and expectations for the role.
Supervision and support from your Community Fundraising Executive
Work Type
Fundraising
Client Group
Sensory impairment
Expenses Detail
Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training
Frequency & Commitment
We ask that you commit to supporting us at least one day per week. You choose the day most suitable for you. We ask that you stick to the same day every week although we understand that from time to time you may need to change the day.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Tags
Reference Code
VMP Ref: 1300
Contact Details
RNIB Group Volunteering Team
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
England
PE2 6XU
Contact: RNIB Group Volunteering Team
Tel: 01733 375450
Email: volunteering@rnib.org.uk
Website: http://www.rnib.org.uk
