Support Group Coordinator

Gillingham, Medway (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

Actively Interviewing

This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!

Job description

Parkinson’s changes lives. From the day of diagnosis, people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones need to know we’re by their side.

By 2024 Parkinson’s UK will provide personalised information, services and opportunities, from day one, to many more people affected by the condition. But, we need your help to do this.

If you're looking to meet new people and make a real difference in your local community, this role is for you. You will help to lead the support group in the Medway area, you'll help people affected by Parkinson's to draw on invaluable support from their peers.

You'll have a chance to use and develop your administrative, leadership and communication skills - supported by local staff, to develop a programme of activities for your group.

What you will be doing

  • Act as a contact for local and UK office staff
  • Arrange the group's programme of activities, including any outings
  • Organise room booking and refreshments
  • Working with staff and other volunteers to ensure the group runs in line with Parkinson's UK guidelines

The skills you need

  • Strong administrative skills, communication and IT skills in order to ensure smooth running of the group
  • A positive attitude to making things happen in the local community
  • Enthusiastic and friendly, as you will be representing both the local group and Parkinson's UK
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Parkinson's UK View profile Company size Size: 101 - 500

We're the Parkinson's research and support charity. Because we're here, no-one has to face Parkinson's alone.

Posted on: 27 June 2024
Closing date: 25 September 2024 at 12:11
Tags: Admin, Campaigning, Fundraising, Governance

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