Speaker

• The Guide Dogs For The Blind Association

• VO71584

To give talks and presentations about the work of Guide Dogs within a designated area, in line with the guidelines received at speaker training courses.

What does the role involve?
• Giving talks when requested to local organisations and groups within a 15 mile radius of your home
• Keeping up to date with Guide Dogs news and key messages
• Talks should be natural and enthusiastic, tailored to the audience and following guidelines on current key messages
• Passing any donations given for talks to the Mobility Team as per guidelines
• Attending cheque presentations when requested by the local Mobility Team
• Informing your Mobility Team Support Worker of any requests to do talks using the speaker cards supplied
• Encouraging local organisations and groups to volunteer or fundraise on behalf of Guide Dogs

What will I get out of it?
• Meet a variety of local groups and people
• Enjoy giving information about Guide Dogs’ aims which enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else

Experience required

Good communication skills, Good interpersonal skills, Able to give clear information that will be remembered, Able to adapt presentation to your audience

Travel details

Location: At local groups, this may include community groups, schools or businesses

Travel expenses

Travel costs as agreed with manager in advance.

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