RNIB host and facilitate a number of forums for RNIB members get to know each other, discuss issues, search for solutions to problems and come up with bright ideas to keep RNIB moving forward.
We need your help to facilitate our groups and keep the discussions lively, interesting and relevant. If you have excellent communication skills with an ability to get people talking, socialising and meeting other people then this is the role for you!
This role does not require a DBS check
What will I be doing?
What skills and qualities can I bring to this role?
When will I be needed?
The time and days you will be required will vary depending on when the forums are taking place. We expect there to be between 6 and 8 days a year. The forums will be during office hours, although some evenings will be required.
We ask volunteers to make a one-year commitment to help ensure the stability of the forum facilitation team.
Location
Various locations across the regions in which you volunteer. Willingness to travel is essential to this role.
What will I gain from the role?
What support will I be given?
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Induction
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Understanding Sight Loss Pack
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Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training
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Supervision and support from your volunteer manager/ co-ordinator
In addition, all volunteers have the opportunity to:
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Discuss their role with the member forum coordinators
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Attend regular group teleconferences with other member forum facilitators
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Regularly review their volunteering with their volunteer manager to identify any further support and/or training needs they may have.
How do I apply?
To apply for this role, please complete and return the
If you would like the application form in a different format (such as standard print, large print, braille or audio) or if you have any general enquiries, please contact the Volunteering Team on: 0845 603 0575 or 01733 375 450 or email volunteering@rnib.org.uk