Branch Chair for SSAFA Local Group
OFFERED BY:
SSAFA The Armed Forces CharityLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: This is a home-based opportunity How many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, exists to relieve need, suffering and distress amongst the Armed Forces, veterans and their families in order to support their independence and dignity.
Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background, but some experience of managing people and some basic I.T skills will be needed for this role. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background, but some experience of managing people and some basic I.T skills will be needed for this role. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas. Most are further divided into local areas that we call divisions. Each branch has a Chairperson to oversee all aspects of the branch. Reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees you will ensure that ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s policies and regulations to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound. You will be the public face of SSAFA in your local area.
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community for more than 130 years. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and more people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population
know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about coordination and administration. As part of your local branch you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home.
The role would suit someone able to offer a regular time commitment each week. In addition, you would also need to organise and attend a number of regular meetings each year.
What would you be doing?
• Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations
• Supporting volunteers in key roles and identifying candidates for future opportunities
• Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs
• Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policies
• Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and ensuring that new volunteers are recruited in line with SSAFA policies
• Ensuring that any branch employees have suitable line management in place
• Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA In-Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
• Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers and supporters know how to contact the branch
• Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
• Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
• Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution
• Ensuring that all volunteering takes place within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
• Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
• Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others
• Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What about training and support?
• Induction session at our Central Office
• On-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Access to a range of e-learning courses as well as local opportunities to keep your training up to date.
• Support from your Regional Rep, and Volunteer Support Manager
• Access to the Welfare Team and Volunteer Support Team based at our central office
• Peer support from fellow Chairs in neighbouring branches
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community for more than 130 years. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and more people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population
know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about coordination and administration. As part of your local branch you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home.
The role would suit someone able to offer a regular time commitment each week. In addition, you would also need to organise and attend a number of regular meetings each year.
What would you be doing?
• Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations
• Supporting volunteers in key roles and identifying candidates for future opportunities
• Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs
• Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policies
• Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and ensuring that new volunteers are recruited in line with SSAFA policies
• Ensuring that any branch employees have suitable line management in place
• Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA In-Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
• Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers and supporters know how to contact the branch
• Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
• Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
• Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution
• Ensuring that all volunteering takes place within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
• Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
• Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others
• Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What about training and support?
• Induction session at our Central Office
• On-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Access to a range of e-learning courses as well as local opportunities to keep your training up to date.
• Support from your Regional Rep, and Volunteer Support Manager
• Access to the Welfare Team and Volunteer Support Team based at our central office
• Peer support from fellow Chairs in neighbouring branches
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Friendly and approachable people with some experience of coordinating people and admin
• good written and spoken English
• ability to be respectful and non-judgemental with clients, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues
• ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address
• ability to coordinate a team of people volunteering
• willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
• ability to keep within boundaries of the role with regards to reporting any safety concerns etc
• reliable attitude, contact clients and volunteers promptly, keep appointments etc.
• ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely
• ability to travel by public transport or car to meetings, events etc.
• ability to provide two referees: former employers or other people that know you well (other than relatives)
• good written and spoken English
• ability to be respectful and non-judgemental with clients, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues
• ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address
• ability to coordinate a team of people volunteering
• willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
• ability to keep within boundaries of the role with regards to reporting any safety concerns etc
• reliable attitude, contact clients and volunteers promptly, keep appointments etc.
• ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely
• ability to travel by public transport or car to meetings, events etc.
• ability to provide two referees: former employers or other people that know you well (other than relatives)
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will be completed in person and online at your own pace
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No