Volunteer Speaker - Medical Detection Dogs

Deliver a talk to local groups such as WI's, Rotary Clubs and other community groups to help us spread the word about the life-saving work of our charity! Support, equipment and presentation material provided. If interested in discussing this role further, please register your interest! We look forward to hearing from you.

About the Organisation

Medical Detection Dogs

What you will be doing

Medical Detection Dogs needs a national network of speakers to help raise awareness of the charity and raise valuable funds. Speakers deliver talks about the charity to local groups such as WI's, Rotary clubs and community groups. Speakers can either go solo or pair up to deliver a ready-made presentation. We provide the equipment and online training sessions.

This role makes a real difference to the work we do, is fun, and gives you the opportunity to meet lots of people and contribute directly to a worthwhile cause. Anytime you can give makes a big difference – whether it is a few talks a year or thirty and it can be completely worked around your schedule. This volunteer opportunity is great for anyone wanting to build on their existing public speaking skills or develop and practise.
 
Age Range: We can accept applications for under 18s, including from 16+.

What's in it for you?

Benefits for you: Become a valued part of Medical Detection Dogs. Opportunity to meet new people. Build on your existing skills and develop new ones. Build your CV. The knowledge that you are changing people’s lives and raising awareness for the charity.

What skills will you need?

Activities
Teaching & Training
 
Skills & Attributes
Basic IT skills - internet & email, Communication Skills
 
Skills Description
If you feel confident to speak in front of a group of people or have experience in doing so, this could be the role for you.

What's the time commitment and where? 

Time Commitment

You can offer as much or as little time as you like and can choose which talks you are happy to attend.

 

Role Address

This role is flexible in location. You choose your radius of how far you are happy to travel for a talk - whether it be only in your local area or 30-50 minutes away, it is completely up to you! Travel expenses are covered.

 

Disability and Access Support

We are an inclusive charity and we can support people with access where possible. For example, venues can be contacted to check they are wheelchair accessible.

How can I apply?

Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation.   It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below. 

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