supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Greenspace Volunteer
with Dunfermline Greenspace.
| About this opportunity: | Dunfermline Greenspace SCIO is a community-owned, membership-based charity established in 2023 • Its purpose is to support local groups and projects in delivering the Dunfermline Greenspace 2030 strategy, which supports the community to tackle the climate, nature, biodiversity and health emergencies • They are looking for volunteers/individuals with a passion for Dunfermline’s green spaces, a commitment to protecting the environment, and/or an interest in preserving the city’s heritage • They have options to get involved in community gardening, digging; with their repair cafe and tool library, helping make and repair items and getting hands-on; and helping at their events • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training provided: | There will be an induction to cover the policies and procedures, and ongoing support and training available from the development officer. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Expenses reimbursed at 45p per mile or public transport rates. Reasonable food requests will also be reimbursed. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Experience required: | No specific skills are required for this role, just a willingness to learn and an interest in making a different to green spaces in Dunfermline. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travel Details | Opportunities take place at sites across Dunfermline. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |