Why volunteer?

Here are a few reasons why people volunteer. Which one is right for you?

• To meet new people and develop friendships.
• To work as part of a team.
• To learn new skills and expand your knowledge.
• To directly impact on the lives of older people.
• To gain valuable work experience.
• To have fun!

Latest opportunities in Northern Ireland

Information Communication Technology (ICT) Trainer

The ICT team train the over-50s in basic computer skills with the aim of giving people new skills and stamp out fears of using the internet. We are looking for a trainer to commit to two hours a week for eight weeks to deliver training. 

You will need a good knowledge of Microsoft Office and have good interpersonal skills. Training will be provided but experience of training others would be an advantage. Previous voluntary experience would also be desirable. To find out more please email Angela Hinds or on 02890 230 666 or 07899 666 050.

Campaigns co-ordinator

In this role you will form part of the fundraising team, arranging for leaflets and campaign material to be distributed within their local community, and promote campaigns to both warm and cold contacts of the Charity. You will also help staff to organise campaign launch events and promotional events for campaigns.
 
You should be comfortable taking on a range of tasks and have good communication skills. You will need to have your own car. Full training and support will be given.

This opportunity is home based for one to two days a week depending on the campaign. If you are interested please email Barbara Blundell or call her on 02890 895 582.

Can Collector

Help us to raise vital funds for Help the Aged by collecting money for us. You will form part of the Fundraising team, placing and emptying collecting cans.

You need to keep accurate records of where cans are located and how much money was collected from each one. You will be responsible for banking the money from collected. You must ensure all locations where cans are placed are thanked and certificates awarded, and that the overall appearance of the cans creates a positive image of Help the Aged. 

Part of this role is also to promote the services of Help the Aged within Northern Ireland. You will need a good knowledge of your local area. You should have basic administration skills and good numeracy skills, and be able to keep accurate records. Full training and support will be given.

This opportunity is home based for one day a week although this is negotiable. If you are interested please email Barbara Blundell or call her on 02890 895 582.

Gifts in Memory Co-ordinator

We are looking for someone top act as an ambassador in their local area to work as part of the Fundraising team to help raise vital funds for Help the Aged through donations given in memory of people. You will need to build good relationships with local funeral directors, by writing, telephoning or meeting them in person and maintain and update the database. You will also be responsible for thanking all donors.

You should have excellent interpersonal skills and be comfortable writing in an appropriate and often sympathetic manner. You should be able to travel within your local area and have a good knowledge of it.  Full training and support will be given.

This opportunity is home based for one to two days a month depending on the number of funeral directors you work with. If you are interested please email Barbara Blundell or call her on 02890 895 582.

Mail Out Co-ordinator

Assist the Fundraising team by helping with large mail outs and carrying out some general administration duties as needed. You need basic IT and admin skills and to be numerate. You must be comfortable working as part of a team, while being able to work on you own initiative. Full training and support will be given.

This opportunity is based in the Belfast office for one day a week, although this is flexible. If you are interested please email Barbara Blundell or call her on 02890 895 582.

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Ongoing opportunities

A fantastic way to raise vital funds and awareness of Help the Aged in your area is to help in our shops.

You'll learn new skills, make friends and get more involved with your local community. Contact Sara Draper to find out more.

If you'd like to introduce others to the work of Help the Aged and help us to raise funds then you could sell raffle tickets - it's a simple and effective way to spread the word and help to support older people.

By getting together with other people in the same area, our local fundraising committees help to promote the work of Help the Aged, and to raise valuable funds. If you're interested, please email Gill Sargeant

You don't have to compete to take part in our fundraising events such as the London Marathon, Big Spring Walk and golf tournaments.

Interested?  Please fill in the online enquiry form