Activities Volunteer

Consett, Chester le Street, Stanley, Durham City

Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.

We are looking to recruit an Activities Organiser for the North Durham Group. As our local group Activities Organiser you’ll play a crucial role in developing and planning activities and events with your local group.

Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for creating and coordinating an annual calendar of events and making sure they’re run safely and effectively to make the most impact. You’ll take a lead role at events on the day and inspire your fellow volunteers to get involved.


Skills & Qualities

In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication, administration and negotiation skills.

We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.

About you

You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers.

You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.

You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the local area the group to carry out this role.

The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

When & Where?

North Durham

Training and Support Offered/Expenses

Full training, and ongoing support from MS Society staff and the North Durham group will be provided. Expenses incurred while fulfilling this role will be paid.

Volunteer Benefits
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Type: Disability

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