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SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity
- VO100296
Why we want you
Our branches are an integral part of SSAFA’s success. With a visible presence in local communities, they raise vital awareness of and funds for our work. They also provide a supportive and enriching community for our volunteers. As branch secretary you will work closely with the Branch Chair, developing and delivering branch vision and plans, coordinating events and activities and communicating with branch volunteers and other stakeholders to build a successful and supportive branch community.
What you will be doing
Working closely with the Branch Chair to develop and deliver branch vision and plans
Act as a point of contact in all matters of the branch
Communication with branch volunteers through GoAssemble, ensuring people are kept up to date with news, events and activities and sharing success
Providing timely reports and information on branch activity and outputs, maintaining regular contact with regional staff and sharing good practice and challenges
Co-ordinating and attending a programme of meetings including branch meetings, networking events and AGMs
Creating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse environment to ensure all volunteers feel valued and supported
Coordinating the delegation of tasks amongst the branch team and providing support as appropriate
Generating new ideas to engage and raise awareness in the local community
Experience required
Friendly and approachable
Strong administration skills
Organisation skills
Great written and verbal communication skills
Good IT skills
Travel details
The branch does not have an office but you will regularly travel to attend meetings at local, regional and national level including meetings to support the local branch volunteers. All travel expenses are covered.
Travel expenses
Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses including mileage at 45 per mile.
Support
Training details
Local orientation as well as meet and greet sessions with key Central Office and regional teams
On-line or face to face instructor led training and e-learning modules, to prepare you for your voluntary role.
Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development. Support from Regional and central staff and peer support from fellow Secretaries in neighbouring branches. Mandatory training in Data Protection and Safeguarding along with Volunteer Management Modules and training for Go Assemble volunteer management system.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Frequency & commitment
This is a weekly commitment to fit around your other commitments.
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
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Wendy Taylor, SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity
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