Volunteer

Description

What’s involved? 

• Food appeals and managing donations 
• Logistics and Coordination 
• Administrative work 
• Collections and Drop Offs 
• Event Support 

Is training provided?: Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

What will you get out of it? 

• This is a great chance to get involved with a local charity, meet new people and develop new skills without an ongoing, regular commitment. Volunteer as often or as little as suits your availability. 
• The opportunity to develop social and experiential competencies such as 
• Developing knowledge and gaining practical experience relative to this role 
• Gaining communication and customer service skills 
• Building confidence 
• Adding valuable experience to your CV 
• The opportunity to contribute to a local Galway charity and help us realise our vision of creating a community where every person is valued, cared for and supported at every stage of life 
• Great personal satisfaction since you can make a real difference to our service users 

Skills required for this role:

What we would like from you 

• Willingness to work within the values and policies of COPE Galway 
• Carry out your role in professional manner and maintain a respectful and courteous manner in dealing with clients 
• Maintain confidentiality in respect of all matters which come to their knowledge while volunteering 
• Please do not undertake duties outside this role description without checking first with your hiring manager 

Minimum time commitment per week:
3 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
Recruitment Process Applicant applies via website Once the application form is received and the applicant is considered a suitable match for a particular volunteer role, the applicant will be invited to meet with the hiring manager. Induction and Orientation prior to commencement. Volunteers commencing with COPE Galway are subject to a trial period.