Administrator/Secretary

4th June 2024

We have over 65 local branches, across the UK which help people with a disability to live more independently. Our skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

As a Volunteer Administrator/Secretary, you will use your administrative skills to support a valuable local branch whose volunteers design and make pieces of equipment for individuals. You will be looking after our database, taking minutes, and dealing with enquiries from clients and professionals.

WHAT THIS ROLE INVOLVES:

We are looking for a conscientious person with practical experience working in an administrative environment, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.

Attention to detail is key to this role. Experience in using databases would be an advantage (but not essential) as you will be expected to use our central management system.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS ROLE:

A good level of computer skills is essential for this role, and you will need to be able to work independently from home with the support of others. Any out-of-pocket expenses are paid.

You will need to attend regular local group meetings.

TO VOLUNTEER IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO:

• Complete your induction checklist
• Complete online and virtual training- as directed by central staff
• Undertake a DBS check

Additional information about our Volunteering programme:
When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. To undertake this specific role, you do not need to be an engineer/skilled craftsperson.

Treasurer / Finance Officer

9th April 2024

We have over 65 local branches, across the UK which help people with a disability live more independently. Our skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

As the Finance/Treasurer volunteer for the Brighton and Sussex branch, you’ll make sure your branch gets the most for its money. You’ll maintain income and expenditure records to document and report on branch finances. You’ll manage their accounts and make financial information easy to understand.

This role will involve a workload totalling an average of 1 day per month, primarily working from home.

WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES:

The duties associated to this role may vary but are likely to include:

• Book-keeping duties together with Year end reports to REMAP UK

• Financial duties and responsibilities to comply with all legislation and REMAP policies & procedures

• Processing Gift Aid to maximise income

• Supporting the branch’s shared responsibility for designing and delivering to clients in line with our principles of quality service so that they are safe.

• Additional admin and fund raising tasks are available for a willing volunteer.  

We can support you in developing the skills you need for this role, including induction into all the areas outlined. You will have a chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.

You do not need to be a professional accountant, but do need to be interested in and enthused by the aims and functions of the local REMAP Group of 10-20 volunteer engineers making bespoke items for the disabled.

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS ROLE:

Essential
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email.
• Familiar with bookkeeping, budgeting, and planning income and expenditure.
• Familiarity with relevant financial software.
• Able to keep people’s personal data safe.

Desirable
• Committed to our values.
• Able to explain financial information to other group members in ways that are easily understood.
• Stay up to date with external and internal policies and procedures.
• Willing to develop skills and experience.