Volunteer

Description

Role Overview:
We’re looking for a proactive, reliable, and organised volunteer to assist the General Manager in the day-to-day running of Aphasia Ireland. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks, and contributing to a meaningful cause.

What You’ll Gain:

Valuable insight into the running of a national non-profit organisation.

Experience working across all areas — from Events and Social Media to Grants, HR, and Website Management.

Hands-on learning in management, communication, and teamwork

Flexible volunteering hours and a supportive team environment.

The opportunity to make a real difference for people living with aphasia.

Is training provided?:Yes

Please note that Garda Vetting is required for this position which will be processed with you after you apply.

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the General Manager with administrative and organisational tasks

Handle phone and email communication with volunteers, members, and partners.

Create and edit visual content for social media and events using Canva.

Help coordinate events, meetings, and fundraising activities.

Maintain documents, contact lists, and scheduling systems.

Support with volunteer coordination and general communications.

Collaborate with different teams across the organisation (Events, Social Media, Website, HR, Grants, etc.).

Skills & Requirements:

Confident and comfortable talking on the phone.

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Proficient with Canva (designing posts, posters, and event materials).

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively.

Enthusiastic about contributing to a meaningful cause.

Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) is a plus.

Benefits of Volunteering:

Aphasia provides its volunteers a great opportunity to help those in need and give
back to the community. Volunteers will benefit from expanding their network,
while gaining hands-on experience of working with a registered charity.
Volunteers will also be provided with the following support:
● Support/ advice/ recognition
● Supervision
● Initial induction and training
● Ongoing training opportunities
● References after 3 months of volunteering

Minimum time commitment per week:
2 hours p/week

Additional screening required for this role::
CV and an interview

Sustainable Development Goal:

Hei:
ATU - DONEGAL, ATU - GALWAY, ATU - MAYO, ATU - SLIGO, ATU - ST ANGELA'S, DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY, TU DUBLIN, UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK, UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY, UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK