Activity Club Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Belfast

We are seeking volunteers to help us with our fundraising efforts in the North and Kent regions. As a Regional Volunteer Coordinator, you will be the face of The Gurkha Welfare Trust (GWT) in your local community. Working with the Trust's Community Fundraiser, each Regional Coordinator will be asked to:

· Attend 2 or more events per year in their local community. These events could include fairs, local military events (such as Armed Forces Day), or larger county shows. The Community Fundraiser will assist with researching potential events and discuss a shortlist with the regional coordinators. Event bookings and relevant paperwork including payments where needed will be handled by the Community Fundraiser.

· Engage with local supermarket community champions to investigate opportunities for bucket collections and encourage local shops/restaurants to display a donation tin on their counter.

· Assist GWT with the recruitment of volunteers to attend community events and cheer at challenge events within their region, such as the Doko Challenges and Trailwalker.

· Encourage people to sign up to receive our monthly e-news or Samachara newsletter.

· Encourage supporters within their area to take part in GWT fundraising campaigns (e.g., Curry Night fundraiser).

· Represent the GWT at cheque presentations, award ceremonies, etc. within the region.

· Deliver presentations or give talks about GWT and our work to local groups such as Rotary Clubs, Masonic Lodges etc.

· Help to promote larger GWT-led events happening in their region.

Skills & Experience

To be able to undertake the Regional Coordinator voluntary role, the following qualifications, skills set and experience would be helpful:

· Excellent communication skills

· the ability to inspire others

· Approachable and comfortable with talking to members of the public about GWT and our work in Nepal

· Driving licence with access to your own vehicle

· A reasonable level of fitness (e.g. to be able to set up gazebos etc)

· Basic IT skills and internet access (ideally via a tablet, laptop or PC)

Previous volunteer experience may be beneficial, but is not required as guidance will be provided.

What you can expect from us

· A comprehensive Induction to the role

· Regular meetings with other regional volunteers and the Community Fundraiser.

· An “Event Pack” including GWT branded gazebo size: (3 x 3 m), tablecloth, pop-up banner, flags, and card reader to take donations.

· Support from our Community Fundraiser, providing advice, materials (i.e., leaflets, pens, wristbands, pin badges and stickers), and advertising and administrative support.

· We welcome your feedback to help us analyse the success of the fundraising activity.

We hope you will enjoy being GWT's local representative

· You will be playing a vital role enabling GWT to make a real difference to the lives of our Gurkha veterans, their widows, families, and communities in Nepal

· Access to a new Volunteer & Community Fundraisers’ Facebook group where you can meet likeminded individuals and develop friendships with other volunteers.

· Exclusive access to the Trust’s Workplace, with real time updates on our projects and staff activities in Nepal.

· Exclusive GWT Volunteer Coordinator polo shirt.

· 10% discount on all online shop purchases.

· Reimbursement for mileage and expenses (within agreed guidelines).

· Ability to network with fellow Coordinators from other regions to share successes and ideas for improvements.

We aim to hold a Regional Coordinators forum annually to update you on our work and brief you on our fundraising events and activities.

Tempo

Founded in the Welsh Valleys in 2009, Tempo has emerged as a leading UK-based community development organisation committed to creating connected, fair, and healthier societies.

Our extensive history is marked by successful partnerships with communities and public  services, specialising in front-line delivery, strategic planning, and fostering collaboration among diverse entities.

Our experienced team, composed of community practitioners, public sector specialists, and trainers, works collaboratively with citizens, communities, organisations, and services to co-produce solutions at the grassroots level. We work alongside communities to connect people to the causes close to them – enabling and encouraging participation and volunteering by awarding Time Credits that recognise and value skills and their contribution.

We focus on community engagement to create pathways to involvement and volunteering, emphasising community involvement and recognising people's skills and strengths – an approach that accentuates what's strong rather than what's wrong.

How Time Credits work

Time Credits are received by people sharing their time and skills with the community or a service. Time Credit ‘EARN’ activities could be anything from litter picking, campaigning, and participating in co-design sessions to volunteering at a food bank, theatre, or sports club.

Time Credits can be used on activities through Tempo’s local, regional, and national Recognition Partner network, from swimming in your local leisure centre to watching a show at Wales Millennium Centre or taking an Uber Boat down the Thames. Time Credits operate via a network of participating services, charities, community groups, and Recognition Partners.

We support organisations and services to develop opportunities for people to get involved and share their time and skills, and in exchange, they earn and use Time Credits, embedding reciprocity, asset-based, and co-production approaches. Working alongside citizens to work together to deliver change that is achievable through dedicated community development.

Our Trustee Board

Being a Tempo trustee is a role that is challenging, inspiring, engaging and it matters. 

As a Trustee and Director, you will have collective accountability, with your Board colleagues, for overseeing Tempo’s governance and strategic direction. As an effective member of the Board, you will ensure Tempo pursues its vision and purpose, whilst complying with its governing document. You will work in partnership with our Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to support our staff, helping them achieve Tempo’s objectives. 

Tempo is committed to promoting equality and diversity and promoting a culture that actively values difference and recognises that people from different backgrounds and experiences can bring valuable insights and enhance the way we work. 

There are 4 Board meetings a year, generally for two hours in the early evening via Teams. We also have an annual awayday to take stock of the longer term and more strategic issues (in person in London or Cardiff). In addition, based on a Trustee’s own experiences and interests, each trustee is expected to engage with other board members and staff as required in-between meetings. 

Specifically for the role of Treasurer

We’re looking for a passionate individual from any background who will complement the skills and backgrounds of our current Board of Trustees whilst providing additional financial assurance to the Trustees and guidance and support to the Chair and FD especially.

You will have a financial or accounting background and likely hold or have held responsible roles in Finance departments or similar. A recognised accounting qualification is preferred, but candidates who are equivalently qualified through experience will also be considered.

Some key aspects of this role are

• Chairing our Finance Audit and Risk Committee that meets virtually ahead of each board meeting, ensuing that the Committee and Trustee board are kept aware of all key matters
• Acting as a business partner to the Chair and liaising with our FD as a critical friend
• Providing financial insight and advice to the Board

You do not need to have been a trustee before if you do many of these things in your day job or have done them in your past and you have a passion for communities and our Vision, Mission and Purpose 

Starting with a comprehensive induction and then through continued support, our current Treasurer, Chair and CEO will all help you understand the role and how you can play a positive and constructive part in shaping our future

Please refer our website for the full candidate pack and role description for further information.

How to apply

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tempo’s CEO Rachel Gegeshidze.

To apply for these roles, please email your CV and supporting statement outlining your interest in his role and how you meet the role requirements specified in the role profile.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.