Volunteer Branch Secretary - Admin & Community Impact

Introduction to REMAP

REMAP is a national charity which helps around 3500 disabled people every year to achieve greater independence and a better quality of life.

Established in 1964, REMAP is the UK's only charity providing innovative, custom made and personalised equipment for disabled people.

Disability aids are not a one size fits all solution, we step in where the market stops. To meet the unique needs of disabled individuals, our dedicated volunteer engineers design and create equipment when no commercial alternative exists - at no cost to the individuals we help.

About REMAP Branches

We have a community of over 65 REMAP branches across the UK all led by volunteers. Each volunteer dedicates their time and skills to supporting disabled people in their local area.

Each REMAP local branch is a community of volunteers led by a branch Chair supported by volunteers in various roles such as vice chairs, fundraisers, publicists, secretaries, treasurers, etc. Tasks and roles are flexible.

Location, time and support

The Secretary volunteer role is based in your local area. There are no set shifts. It is a mixture of remote and face to face monthly, six weekly meetings. Tasks and time commitments are flexible. You will receive a local Branch induction, and ongoing support. You will have the opportunity to discuss any adjustments or additional needs.

What Skills & Qualities will you bring

• Excellent English language skills - spoken and written
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
• Comfortable organising the administration of a group
• Able to follow Remap policies and procedures
• Good communication and teamwork skills

What will you do

• Keep records and data up to date and take notes at meetings
• Prepare mail-outs
• Keep people's personal details safe
• Answer enquiries
• Access the branch Remap Email and Portal accounts
• Book venues for meetings Ensure branch members are aware of current agreements/activities Apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices Follow Remap policies and procedures Commit to REMAP's aims and values

The benefits of volunteering for REMAP

• A sense of pride; your volunteer will help change disabled people's lives for the better
• Meet new people in your local area.
• Be part of innovative solutions for disabled people
• Volunteering can improve health by reducing depression and anxiety
• A chance to increase skills and gain experience
• Be part of REMAP community
• The chance to develop organisational and communication skills.

Interested?

If you are organised and you enjoy administration tasks, then join your local REMAP's branch welcoming volunteer community. You will be using your administration skills to help disabled people in your local area achieve more independence.