Volunteer Telford

The purpose of role is to raise vital funds for the Royal British Legion’s mission by organising and conducting the Poppy Appeal in your designated area, working in support and under the guidance of the Local Community Fundraiser (CFR) and others appointed to assist.

Tasks.

- In conjunction with the local CFR carry out an annual review of the operation of the Poppy Appeal in your designated area and agree a set of actions to ensure the maximum possible funds are raised during the PA in your area.

- In conjunction with the local CFR, organise the recruitment and briefing of sufficient collectors and helpers to ensure sufficient coverage within your designated area.

- Maintain and share with the CFR, accurate records of collectors and helpers operating in your area.

- In conjunction with the local CFR, publicise and promote the Poppy Appeal in their area

- Arrange for ordering, storage, distribution and collection of sufficient poppies, collecting trays, tins, wreaths and other Poppy Appeal supplies and materials in your area, ensuring accurate records of locations and recovery are kept.

Location.

- At a pre-agreed location(s), usually within your designated area. You may also be required to visit the local Area Office, or other pre-arranged location for briefings, training or meetings.

 Support and supervision

- There will be on-going day to day support from the local CFR who will periodically meet with you to discuss your role, workload, training and personal development as a Legion volunteer.

 Availability

- In order for the role to be rewarding for you and the Legion, we ask that you give a commitment for a regular amount of time preceding and following the Poppy Appeal (normally the last two weeks of October the first two weeks of November).

We aim to make your volunteering with the Legion an enjoyable and rewarding experience. As a Legion volunteer you will be covered by our insurance, (but please note this does not Include the use of privately owned motor vehicles) and we will reimburse your travel expenses and other authorised out of pocket expenses.

Carers Supporting Carers.

Unpaid caregivers support life, well-being and independence reducing the burden on the local economy. At the Carers Partnership Board, as carers and former carers, we are experts by experience and genuinely understand. We offer an independent perspective and are here to make a positive difference to the lives of all our region's carers whatever their age, role, or culture.  We are recruiting Trustees with skills and expertise in Finance and Secretariat. However, we would love to hear from anyone who feels they could contribute towards maintaining and developing the vision of Carers Partnership Board Telford & Wrekin

We are recruiting Trustees with the following skills;

- Treasurer - financial qualifications with knowledge or experience of charity finances.

- Secretariat – excellent administration skills to ensure trustee board meetings are organised and accounted for.

- Trustees – to actively participate during board meetings and work with other trustees to take the Carers Partnership Board forward.

Trustees are the ‘guardians of purpose’, making sure that all decisions put the needs of our beneficiaries first. YOU COULD make a real difference to people’s lives and the work of the Carers Partnership Board Telford & Wrekin.

Why we need your help:

The success of local engagement is based on developing good relationships in the local community – whether it’s with a school, club or council or with an influential leader in the community such as a mayor. 

With your enthusiasm and drive, you will work alongside your local Community Engagement Manager to identify potential opportunities, look to open up new avenues of support and develop beneficial partnerships through which we can promote our recruitment activities.

What we need you to do:

Research key individuals and organisations according to the priorities of the local community engagement team.

Initiate approaches to target audiences.

Assist with applications for support.

Keep your local community engagement team informed of approaches and outcomes.

Liaise with staff and other volunteers to ensure interest generated is followed up appropriately.

Update records on the RABC database.

What we can offer you:

The opportunity to gain fantastic skills and experience within a supportive and professional team.

Use of toolkits, marketing plans and PR templates.

Regular support and contact from your local Community Engagement Manager.

Valuable experience in community engagement.

What we ask of you:

To follow RABC’s policies and procedures.

To complete documentation relating to the role.

To provide the appropriate driver documentation if you choose to drive whilst volunteering.

Telford and Wrekin Council offer an activity volunteer programme for their Care Leavers. The programme’s aim is to develop individuals and group participation, increase wellbeing, team building skills, motivation and social inclusion.

This role will be to support the Participation Officer in the delivery of the leaving care team participation activities and events.

Responsibilities would include assisting the Participation Officer to manage group dynamics, engage with the young people and participate in a range of participation workshops and activities.