Category: Hot-Opportunities

Alcohol and Drugs Action (ADA) are seeking volunteers to help at our wonderful garden project based at the Grove Nursery, Just off Hazeldene Road (close to Hazlehead Park and Recycling Centre), AB15 8LD (free parking available or 10 minute walk from nearest bus stop. Any travel costs are reimbursed to volunteers).

Your support and contribution as a volunteer can play a vital role in developing other’s personal development, social inclusion and active participation in their local community. 

• Full volunteer training provided
• Access to Trellis therapeutic Gardening course.
• Opportunity to network with other local community groups
• Participation in annual plant sale
• Support marginalised and vulnerable group in their personal growth and development

A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact: Gavin Wright, Depute Service Manager at email: gwright@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk or telephone 01224 577120.

Citymoves Dance Agency SCIO is a regional dance charity based in Aberdeen, in the North East of Scotland. Our charitable purpose is to lead positive impacts through dance. The organisation was established as an independent Scottish charity in 2015.

We’re committed to making continued improvements to how we work, across all parts of the organisation. We strive to remove barriers so that people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can experience the benefits of a life enriched by dance. We welcome a diversity of perspectives in the work that we support, the classes we teach, the talent we nurture, and the people we recruit. We believe this makes us an organisation that is stronger and more meaningful to the communities we serve.

The next period will see us deepening our commitment to artists, audiences, and participants across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, and thinking about how we best serve our communities.

*About the role:
Citymoves’ trustees are responsible for the governance and strategy of the charity. We welcome applications at any time, from individuals with a variety of skills.

Experience in any one or more of the below areas would be particularly welcome at this time:

·     Head of Finance Committee with Finance Experience

·     Human Resources Skills and Experience

We welcome both new and experienced trustees from across the UK.  We are interested in people who are enthusiastic about learning, and who would like to contribute to the development of dance in the North East of Scotland.

*Time commitment:
Trustees are expected to attend the Quarterly Finance Meeting and 2 weeks later followed by the Quarterly Board Meetings and one strategic away-day per year.

The Head of the Finance Committee will also attend an annual close out meeting to enable the final approval of annual accounts.

This is a voluntary, 2 to 3 year appointment, with reasonable travel expenses covered. We also have a learning budget and are committed to supporting the development of our Trustees.

A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All Board Members/Trustees are greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact: Hayley Durward,  CEO at email citymoves@citymoves.org.uk or telephone 01224 984159.

Our vision for Social Suppers is simple, we want to be able to provide delicious and nutritious food to people who are currently homeless or experiencing food poverty. We believe in meeting people’s basic needs for food and shelter, and at the same time as building positive relationships providing individuals with opportunities to make the changes they want to make in their lives.

*Why we need you:
To volunteer alongside Social Bite staff and a team of volunteers to provide regular hot meals and support to people affected by homelessness (on a Thursday afternoon).

*What will I be doing?
• Volunteering with Social Bite shop staff to prepare the shop and get food and drink set up for each evening session.
• Welcoming people to the shop. Being a friendly face and talking to them about how they are doing.
• Passing on information to people about how they can access services provided by our partner charities e.g. housing/benefits advice, courses, drug/alcohol support.
• Cleaning and tidying up at the end of the service.

*Relevant training and excellent support is provided to all volunteers. Including:
• Food Hygiene training (can be done remotely through our online training portal)
• Induction with a staff member
• The chance to complete a trial session to see if volunteering suits you.
• A training evening, where you will be shown how we run the sessions plus information about the local services that our homeless visitors can access.
• One to one support from a designated staff member as and when you need it.

A fantastic opportunity and all help makes a real difference for people we support and is greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact Paul Rodger, Development and Support Worker, Social Bite at email: Paul.Rodger@Social-Bite.co.uk or telephone: 07946125705.

Our vision for Christmas is simple, we want to be able to provide delicious and nutritious food to people who are currently homeless or experiencing food poverty. We believe in meeting people’s basic needs for food and shelter, and at the same time as building positive relationships providing individuals with opportunities to make the changes they want to make in their lives. Our Christmas Eve and Day allows people to sit in, have a Christmas meal and to not be alone this Christmas.

A fantastic opportunity and all help makes a real difference for people we support and is greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact Paul Rodger, Development and Support Worker, Social Bite at email: Paul.Rodger@Social-Bite.co.uk or telephone: 07946125705.

Are you a good listener, non-judgemental and empathetic with an ability to relate to traumatic life experiences that some of the children/young people referred to us may have faced?

Befriend a Child is a local charity that provides 1:1 befriending and mentoring services for school aged children and young people. We recruit caring adults who act as role models for school-aged children who face some kind of disadvantage. They spend time together on a 1:1 basis, talking, sharing and having fun. Could that be you?

If you are reliable and fun-loving, with a positive disposition and you can commit to sparing a few hours each month, you could make a huge difference in a young person’s life.

There are a number of fantastic benefits to becoming a volunteer with Befriend a Child such as:

• Access to training and upskilling opportunities
• The chance to play an active role in shaping the future of a child or young person
• Ongoing support from our expert team
• The opportunity to build transferable skills for your future and career
• The chance to expand your horizons and try new activities
• Being part of an amazing volunteer community

All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.

For more information/to register your interest please visit https://www.befriendachild.org.uk/Listing/Category/volunteer-with-us and/or email us at volunteer@befriendachild.org.uk

The North East Scotland Climate Action Network (NESCAN) Hub is a regional community climate action support hub, fully funded by the Scottish Government, that covers Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. 

Our vision is to contribute to the creation of a flourishing, connected and sustainable North East Scotland through the provision of dedicated training, help and support for community led climate action and the linkage of communities into the decision making process.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for knowledgeable and dynamic individuals to join the NESCAN Hub Board. Board members will contribute to the delivery of the Hub’s vision and aims by providing leadership, direction, and advice to the NESCAN Hub Team. These are volunteer roles that will provide the right candidates with the opportunity to be an integral part of our dedicated team and make a positive impact to the North East of Scotland, its communities and its environment. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for knowledgeable and dynamic individuals to join the NESCAN Hub Board. Board members will contribute to the delivery of the Hub’s vision and aims by providing leadership, direction, and advice to the NESCAN Hub Team. These are volunteer roles that will provide the right candidates with the opportunity to be an integral part of our dedicated team and make a positive impact to the North East of Scotland, its communities and its environment. 

We are looking for individuals with relevant knowledge and experience in one or more of the following:

• HR knowledge & experience, preferably in the third sector
• Governance and Risk Management
• National and regional climate change policy & practical framework
• Partnership working & strategic thinking
• Community Climate Action

Board members will attend and actively participate in meetings, provide advice, and respond to queries from other Board members and NESCAN Hub Team members, share and disseminate relevant information, learning and good practice with the Board and Team, and contribute to decision-making and the achievement of the NESCAN Hub’s vision and aims. 

NESCAN Hub promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and network and welcomes applications from all sections of society.

For further information on NESCAN Hub, please see our website www.nescan.org   

For further details/if you have any questions please contact NESCAN Hub at email: info@nescan.org

*(Closing date for this current round of recruitment is the 14th January 2024).

We are looking for Winter Warriors to help grit our local pavements and keep Stockethill, Cornhill, and the surrounding areas safe for residents of all ages and physical abilities.

As a Winter Warrior, you will be a part of a team of local residents. Warriors work in pairs to grit pavements and keep the pavements safe to use. The team receives advance warning of bad weather and our Coordinator is responsible for managing the Warriors to ensure best use of resources.

You will receive training and all equipment is provided.

A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference for people and the community during winter. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact Bea Dawkins, Chairperson at email: beadawkins93@gmail.com

We need an I.T. Coordinator to become the branch expert on the SSAFA Client Management system. Could you be a friendly face to help our volunteers to make the most of the internet-based systems we use in our work with clients?

A key aspect to this role will be supporting volunteers remotely by phone or on theTeams app. The role would suit someone looking to offer a regular commitment to the branch, but days and times would vary to suit you.

Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers including:

• On-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Webinar training for the SSAFA Client Management system
• Support from your local branch secretary.
• Support from the relevant teams at Central Office.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses

A great opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.

If you wish to volunteer/for further details please contact Julie Silva (Branch Secretary, Grampian) at email: Julie.Silva@grampian.ssafa.org.uk or telephone: 07879846200.

More information about SSAFA is also available at https://www.ssafa.org.uk/

Volunteering at Shelter Community Shop, 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX is a fantastic opportunity that can offer a range of benefits, both for you and your community.  It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, develop friendship, expand your social circle, – building a supportive network in a brilliant atmosphere.  Volunteering at Shelter Community Shop, Aberdeen will give you valuable experience in customer service, visual merchandising, inventory management, teamwork, also develop communication skills.

You will be engaging with a very diverse community.  All while creating social focus for your community, supporting a worthwhile cause to help homeless people  and/or people struggling with bad housing by raising funds for professional advice, support and legal service.  

No experience needed to join.  Volunteering at Shelter Community Shop, Aberdeen allows you to contribute according to your ability and availability.  Most importantly, the act of Volunteering itself can, and may bring a sense of purpose and fulfilment which sometimes gives an end result of happiness.  

So please visit our Shelter volunteer page at https://scotland.shelter.org.uk/get_involved/volunteer  and sign up or come and visit us at the Shelter Community Shop, 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX – we will love to see you.  For any further details please contact Libby James, Community Shop Manager at email libbyayuso@yahoo.com or telephone: 01224 639818. We look forward to hearing from you.

Santa is looking for some enthusiastic, fun-loving volunteer Elves to help him in his workshop in Bon Accord Centre Aberdeen this Christmas.

Elves will meet and greet children and their families, check bookings, ensure gifts are ready to be handed out, introduce children to Santa, prepare and take photographs, sell Charlie House merchandise and photo packages, and ensure that the workshop is clean and tidy. There will always to a Chief Elf on hand to keep any mischievous elves in order!

This is a busy and fun role where you will be helping to make special Christmas memories for local families.

You will also be helping to raise funds for Charlie House. The charity was founded in 2011 with the goal of improving quality of life for babies, children and young people in the North-east of Scotland who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and to provide support for their families.

Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Potential Elves will be invited to attend an Elf School session (around 90 minutes) where volunteers will receive information about the charity and the volunteer role as well as a health & safety briefing. A Charlie House Chief Elf will be on hand to provide support and guidance on every shift.

A fantastic opportunity to help. All help (and Christmas Elves) makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.

For more details please contact us at E Mail: volunteer@charliehouse.org.uk or telephone: 01224 313333.