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There are various volunteering opportunities available within North Ayrshire. Please browse the selection below to find a suitable volunteering opportunity in your local area: About Pain Concern:Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who care for them, including family, friends, and healthcare professionals. Visit our website to learn more about our work, including our Airing Pain radio programme, Pain Matters magazine, information helpline, community pain education sessions, and our research and campaigning activities. All pain is unpleasant, but for the 7.8 million people in the UK living with long-term pain, it is a part of everyday life. It diminishes quality of life more than any other condition, often leading to loss of work, depression, and disability. Anyone at any age can develop persistent pain, and you may know someone affected. Although there is usually no cure, people who receive appropriate treatment, information, and support can manage their condition effectively, leading to life-changing results. Purpose of Volunteer RolePain Concern relies heavily on volunteers. We are seeking someone interested in chronic pain to help raise funds by coordinating fundraising events. What would you be doing:Maintain communication with those fundraising for Pain Concern and provide support Assist in planning and delivering events and activities to raise funds and awareness, with support from the Fundraising Team, Steering Group, and fellow volunteers Send out fundraising packs Collaborate with the Media Team to publicise fundraisers and events Maintain a list of fundraising opportunities such as walks and marathons Help develop and update the fundraising section of Pain Concern’s website Research opportunities to promote community fundraising Develop links with local businesses Research and organise local fundraising events Recruit community fundraisers to support events in their area Attend events as the representative of Pain Concern Maintain a contact database and provide ad hoc administrative support as needed Is this role right for me:We are looking for individuals who possess some or all of the following skills and qualities: Experience with budgeting Ability to meet deadlines Good communication and interpersonal skills Experience in event management Interest in chronic pain Ability to work flexibly with enthusiasm and commitment Strong IT skills and knowledge of MS Office Availability and locationMinimum commitment of 6 months Minimum 2-3 hours per week Hybrid volunteering from our office at Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh EH15 3HS, or from your own location Benefits to you:Experience volunteering as part of a friendly team Meet new people Build employability skills Training and dedicated volunteer line manager support A job reference after 6 months of volunteering Satisfaction of contributing to the community On-site parking Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses according to our Volunteer Policy Volunteers aged 18-25 participating in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours.Find out more Additional OpportunitiesThe CE4U app has been launched on Care Day (21st February). It is a resource for care-experienced young people in North Ayrshire, offering information, support, and opportunities. We welcome your feedback to improve its content and functionality. Download and explore CE4U today! Please note: Our office will be closed on Monday, 5th May for the bank holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, 6th May. We’re Hiring: Community Development Worker (Link Up)Are you passionate about community-led change? Join The Ayrshire Community Trust as a Community Development Worker – Link Up, to empower individuals and families in Saltcoats, helping them build confidence, address local challenges, and strengthen communities. Location: Vernon Street, Saltcoats. Salary: £25,000 per annum.See more#J-18808-Ljbffr