Branch Chair (Bristol & District Branch of Parkinson's UK)
Parkinson's UK
Our Bristol Branch needs a hands-on Chair to lead it & help further engagement in the local area.
As a forward thinking and dynamic Branch Chair you'll provide leadership to the group, from liasing with the wider charity to bringing out the best in the volunteer team. You’ll be the driving force in ensuring your local team of volunteers has the greatest possible impact on those affected by Parkinson's in your area. As well as chairing the monthly committee meeting on the first Monday of the month, you would also attend the monthly Saturday morning social meetings in Westbury-on-Trym (first Saturday of the month) and lead the volunteer team in welcoming the Branch members.
Trusteeships & Committees
Bookkeeping & Finance, Good IT Skills, Managing People, Negotiating, Organising & Planning
The skills you need: Enthusiasm; for Parkinson's UK and as an ambassador for your local group Strong leadership, organisational, delegation and communication skills The ability to lead meetings and the group in an open and inclusive way, making decisions that take into account and respond effectively to multiple viewpoints Can-do attitude to making things happen in your local community, taking on board the feedback of those affected by Parkinson's in your area and responding in innovative ways Confident and willing to learn / use a computer, email and other digital tools
Play a crucial role in the local Parkinson's community, Team Parkinson’s, and wider local planning, making new friends and building connections Develop valuable leadership, teamwork and people skills 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 and beyond
The majority of this role can be done from home, in your own time; however a Branch Chair should be prepared to give around 10 hours a month to volunteering. The fixed commitments are the monthly group meeting (first Saturday of the month in the morning) and monthly committee meeting (first Monday of the month, on Zoom, in the evening)
BS9 3UN
The group meets monthly at St Monica Trust, Cote Ln, Westbury on Trym, Bristol BS9 3UN; however much of the role can be done from home and Committee meetings are held on Zoom, so the role is open to anyone from the Bristol area.
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