Community Supporter (Public Speaker North East) OPP-100105

Remote
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

Actively Interviewing

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Job description

Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. You will give talks in person or virtually, sharing your own story to improve understanding of sight loss to local service providers and community groups.  You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to improve accessibility and inclusivity, creating a world without barriers. 

 

What you’ll be doing:

• Giving talks to groups of people to raise awareness of sight loss in your local community by sharing your story to audiences, for example, local businesses, community and voluntary groups. 

• Delivering talks to raise awareness of RNIB services as a trusted source of support for blind and partially sighted people  

• Representing RNIB as an Ambassador for the Community Connection service 

 

 What you’ll gain from the role: 

• An opportunity to give something back. 

• A chance to build a strong community. 

• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.  

• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people 

• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. 

 

In return for donating your time we will provide: 

• A supportive route to building your confidence in presenting and sharing your story with an audience. 

• A rewarding experience. 

• A great Induction and training. 

• A supportive manager. 

• Regular updates and catchups. 

• Expenses. 

• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers. 

Posted by
RNIB View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size More than 1000
Posted on: 17 October 2024
Closing date: 15 January 2025 at 11:46
Job ref: -100105
Tags: Advice / Information, Campaigns, Communications, Blind, Brand, Engagement / Outreach, Health / Medical, Mental Health, Direct / Supporters