Network Organiser

For North Hampshire Versus Arthritis Group

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Do you want to use your knowledge and understanding of life with arthritis to help others? Are you motivated to empower others with the condition to feel supported and live the life they chose?

Across the UK, our community network of peer support volunteers are a vital part in supporting people affected by arthritis. They provide a sense of belonging, unity, and friendship and deliver services and support in their local community.

What you will be doing:

  • Acting as network contact for resources and support
  • Managing the network budget, including keeping track of spending and booking venues and refreshments.
  • Using our online services database to register people and record participant attendance and organising the programme of activities including booking people to give talks.
  • Promote your network and the work of Versus Arthritis in your local area to encourage a greater diversity of participants.
  • Recruitment of helpers/support volunteers
  • Acting as the network’s main safeguarding contact.

This is a broad outline of the typical tasks involved in this role.

Commitment is approximately 6-8 hours per month including training, supervision, support, and any potential opportunities to connect with other volunteers/staff where appropriate.

What skills do I need?

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is over the age of 18
  • Is caring, sensitive and empathetic to all people regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnic origin, faith and culture
  • Can support and empower adults experiencing arthritis without giving advice
  • Understands the impact of arthritis
  • Can communicate well in person, through email or on the phone
  • Digitally competent and can work with a device such as laptop, smartphone or tablet to confidently undertake the essential admin and engagement required for the role.
  • Is confident to run a peer support network meeting and facilitate sometimes sensitive discussions, acting where needed, for the purposes of safety and inclusion
  • Is generally reliable and punctual (although we acknowledge any extenuating circumstances and support needs)
  • Is confident, positive and enthusiastic

Interests

  • Civic Responsibility and Communities
  • Health and Social Care

Activities

  • Administration and Office
  • Finance and Accountancy
  • Supporting Charities

Details

  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • DBS check required
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
    You will be required to complete an induction and relevant training including Safeguarding and Data Protection.
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

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Availability Details

Frequency will depend on how often the group meets.

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