voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Student Ambassador Volunteer Opportunity No. VO65981 - Created/last updated: 04/08/2020 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. The role of the ambassador is to represent and raise awareness of the Fertility Network Scotland charity within places of education and in the local area and highlight the services and support we provide. The role will include:- Promoting the charity by displaying posters and leaflets. Highlight our campaigns and projects to fellow students and lecturers, etc, including through social media. Assist Fertility Network Scotland staff at events such as Freshers Week. The benefits of this opportunity include:- Meeting and working with new people. Learning new skills which would benefit future applications to further education or employment while having fun. Gain experience of event participation, fundraising and charity sector in general. Knowledge that your support will help people in Scotland experiencing fertility problems. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | no upper age limit has been specified | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Volunteers will have an informal chat and ongoing support from the Volunteer Coordinator. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Travel expenses not paid. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | Good communication and leadership skills.
Reliability and trustworthiness.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Motivated with good admin and IT skills to help the group operate at its best.
Public speaking skills (comfortable addressing teachers, students and members of the public) and willing to attend events. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Informal Chat | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | In volunteers place of education and their local area. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |