Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau (ACAB) seeks a volunteer Board Member with a finance background to continue the work done by our current Treasurer and play an active role in preparing the Bureau for the demands of the future. -ABOUT CAB: ACAB is an independent Scottish charity and a member of the Citizens Advice Scotland network. The Bureau provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to the citizens of Aberdeen and its environs that is accessible and tailored to meet the needs of the community. -THE ROLE: The core role of the Treasurer is to advise the Board on all financial matters and to oversee the financial affairs of ACAB and ensure that they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice. A fantastic opportunity to help in the important work and continued successful development of Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For an informal discussion of the role, please contact the Chair of the Board, Val Maehle at valerie.maehle@btinternet.com. Application by CV and covering letter.

Hub Advisors support clients accessing information and assistance. The role can include assistance with: Digital Access Form Filling Making applications for benefits Access to other services such as the food bank, baby bank and uniform exchange Signposting

Are you passionate about volunteering? Do you want to help others? How about joining PKAVS Third Sector Interface as a Volunteer Opportunities Assistant and combine the two? We are currently looking for a volunteer to provide administrative support to our Volunteer Support Service. We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who would be willing to help the local TSI with the following tasks: • Gathering volunteer opportunities • Making sure volunteering opportunities are up to date. • Support online Volunteer Drop-in when necessary If you have any questions about this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Inverurie West Parish Church and The Acorn Centre are recruiting for a Finance Convenor Volunteer. Due to the retiral of previous volunteer they are looking for someone with strong accounting and budgeting skills. The Church have a Finance team who deal with bookkeeping, gift aid ,collection and payroll but the Finance Convenor needs to have accounting skills and knowledge of both business and charity legislation. This is a very support group of people who work well as a team

The Alford Community Foodstore currently based in Montgarrie near Alford are needing a volunteer to help organise the Lending Library on Tuesday mornings 10.45 -11.45

Looking for a Treasurer to join existing Board

Food and Fun was introduced by the Council as a pilot to deliver free meals and activities to children in key areas of Aberdeen during school holiday periods and has been rolled out on a permanent basis. Over Christmas, as an extension of the project, special events were hosted for young people to enjoy the festivities – from ice skating and crafts to a disco and visit to Santa. For everyone involved in Food and Fun there’s a busy period ahead. The main aim is to ensure children continue to be fed, recognising the importance of school meals during term time for a large number of families, and also to provide the opportunity to take part in physical activity in a nurturing environment. The initiative has been recognised with awards – but the reward and motivation for the many people who have put their heart and soul into developing the programme is in the positive impact there is on children, families and communities. When we talk about our purpose – about caring for our city and our people – we think Food and Fun is a shining example that we can all be incredibly proud of. Many participants obtain great life skills which has assisted them in securing other opportunities as well as the personal development and satisfaction that this also brings. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. To volunteer / for more information please contact Martin Smith, Locality Inclusion Manager at E Mail: martinsmith@aberdeencity.gov.uk or Tel.: 01224 788538.

We know that the benefit application process is complex. No two cases are the same. That is where we need you. You will support Turn2US Digital Buddies by helping them to answer complex questions they get from people who have asked for extra support in applying for benefits. You will feel great knowing you are making an impact, supporting people through challenging times with your expert knowledge and experience of the benefits system.. Your role is not to provide any form of advice. You will be giving practical support and information all from your smartphone. You will tell them when someone needs to be referred to an advisor, or signposting Digital Buddies to helpful services and information.

Applying for benefits is a stressful process for many people. There are many forms to fill in, alien language and a lack of confidence that the situation will improve. The Turn2US project aims to help more people apply for the welfare support they are entitled to, through a volunteer buddying system. As a Digital Buddy you will be matched with someone who has asked for some extra support in applying for benefits and you will provide online, one-to-one support. You will be a hand to hold for people looking for financial help. Your role is not to provide any form of advice. You can be a source of emotional and practical support to get someone through a hard time in their lives, all via your phone. You in turn will be supported by a Benefits Supporter with expert knowledge of the UK Welfare System who will help you to answer any complex queries that come your way.

Required as food pallets arrive - possibly fortnightly. Types of Help needed 1. Making up Flat Pack boxes and taping each one securely 2. Adding the advice leaflets to each box 3. Moving all the Food from the Lorry drop off to the Golf Club Bar Area (using trollies when needed) 4. Sorting out the different food types 5. Placing the different food on the right tables ready for adding to the boxes 6. Moving along the “line” taking food off the tables and adding the correct amount to each box 7. Storing the filled boxes ready for collection 8. Help to move and record the filled boxes to the Community Transport