Volunteer Branch Secretary - Croydon

What will you be doing?

Volunteer Role  - Branch Secretary (Croydon) Why we want you Are you a great communicator who enjoys bringing people together? Local groups across the UK are run by volunteers and offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson's and their families and friends. We need great organisers with career administration experience who are now seeking a volunteer role helping our members and volunteers stay connected to our local group’s range of activities. What you will be doing

Help organise and promote the groups range of activities Keep up to date about the news and developments of Parkinson's UK more widely, sharing these with the group Encourage and inspire others to engage with activities Attend regular committee meetings and take and circulate notes Work with local Parkinson's UK staff to ensure the group runs within Parkinson's UK governance procedures 

Disclaimer It's important that people affected by Parkinson’s can trust us with their personal information. As a Secretary you would be handling personal or sensitive data, so by undertaking this role you'll need to complete and maintain your data protection and confidentiality training. As part of recruitment, you will be asked to provide a reference for this role. 

What are we looking for?

The skills you need

Strong administrative, organisational, communication and IT skills to help keep the group running smoothly Good collaboration skills - support the team to be inclusive, open to a diversity of views Positive attitude; making things happen in your local community and bringing people together to work as a team Supportive; able to listen to the needs of people with Parkinson's, and reflect these to the group to shape the support provided Honest; you'll know when to ask for help, or when tasks might be seen as less important, and able to share that with Parkinson's UK and your group

Parkinson's UK local groups offer friendship, support, and numerous activities for people affected by Parkinson's. As a great communicator you will build connections, promote the group and bring people together as Team Parkinson’s. You'll build existing connections and meet new people in your local area, all whilst making a difference to those living with Parkinson's in your area. The group meets regularly, and many of our volunteers undertake parts of their roles from home - at a time that suits them

What difference will you make?

What's in it for you

Play a crucial role in the local Parkinson's community, Team Parkinson’s, and wider local planning, making new friends and building connections You'll be part of a pioneering organisation, committed to finding a cure and improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson's - in your local area Using your acquired skills in your career to give something back in this volunteer role

People tell us that meeting others living with Parkinson's is the most important support they want locally. As secretary for Croydon Branch you'll help make that happen, helping people stay connected as a crucial part of the Parkinson's community.