Greenwich Foodbank - Slade Welcome Centre Community Voice Volunteer
Greenwich Foodbank Ltd
You will help make sure that the experiences, ideas and views of people who visit us are heard.
As a Community Voice Volunteer, you will help make sure that the experiences, ideas and views of people who use Greenwich Foodbank are heard. You will create opportunities for guests to share what matters to them, whether that's through a conversation, a feedback card, a simple question or another way that feels comfortable for them. You won't be expected to solve problems or provide advice. Your role is to listen, capture what people want us to know and help make sure their voices reach the people who can act on them.
Administration,Community Work,General & Helping
Admin, Managing People
Aligned with Greenwich Foodbank's vision, values and strategy. Warm, approachable and genuinely interested in hearing other people's experiences. A good listener who can give someone their full attention. Empathetic, respectful and non-judgemental. Comfortable having conversations with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Able to respect confidentiality and understand appropriate boundaries. Comfortable recording information accurately and sensitively. Open to change and willing to try new ways of helping our community have a voice. Able to work independently while being part of a wider team. Proactive and comfortable using your initiative. Confident using basic digital tools, with training provided where needed.
Help make sure the voices of people who use Greenwich Foodbank are heard. Develop your listening, communication and community engagement skills. Learn more about food insecurity and the wider issues affecting people in our community. Gain experience of supporting meaningful participation and community-led change. Help shape the future of Greenwich Foodbank and the wider support available in our community. Meet a friendly team of people who care about making a difference.
Thursdays, 9am-11.30am 2.5 hours per week (or joining a monthly rota) plus additional 10 hours over the year for meetings and training. We ask for a minimum of 6 months commitment.
SE18 2PJ
Slade Community Hall, Pendrell Street, SE18 2PJ
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