Community Engagement Volunteer (Norfolk)

Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a VS Community Engagement Volunteer, you will help us reach more victims of crime.

Why volunteer with us?  

·       Make a difference – you will use your local knowledge to share what we do and how we can help.

·       Gain skills and experience – you will learn the skills to effectively present and engage.

·       Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.

·       Beyond your role – attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

 Volunteering with Victim Support in Norfolk

As a Volunteer in Norfolk your role will include:

·       Helping or delivering presentations and talks to local groups and individuals to promote our services and the different ways that people can support our cause and receive support.

·       Attending local group meetings and events.

·       Actively networking through personal connections or local opportunities.

·       Talking to potential volunteers about how they can get involved.

·       Support our fundraising activities

What we ask of you?

In order to join us as a Community Engagement Volunteer, you must:

·       Be 18 years of age or over.

·       Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per month, for at least 3 months.

·       Complete a 3-day workbook.

·       Undertake a DBS check where required

·       Be able to provide two satisfactory references.

·       Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

Expenses

·       All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.

Diversity Matters

·       VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

·       VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

·       We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.