About Irish Society for Colitis and Crohn's Disease (ISCC)
The Irish Society for Colitis and Crohn’s Disease (ISCC) is a patient support group for people who are living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease or IBD). We offer telephone support, information leaflets, and organise meetings and events around the country. The ISCC Youth Group is the youth arm of the ISCC and organises informal events and activities aimed at younger people who are living with IBD. The ISCC lobby on behalf of people with IBD for improved services and greater awareness of the impact of living with IBD.
What's Involved
The Social Media Co-ordinator is responsible for promoting the work of the ISCC platform via social media and other media aspects. You will play an important role in keeping people in the know about who the ISCC are and how we are making a big difference in the lives of those impacted by Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease.
Your role involves liaising with other volunteers, board members, working across different areas of the group such as fundraising,events and publicity to sources news, information and multimedia to make regular posts on social networking sites.
What's required for this position
1. Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with a range of people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
2. Some experience of working with computers / IT skills
3. Editorial and photo editing skills would be an advantage
4. Knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of using social networking
- Computer/ Web/ ICT
- General Admin/ Office Support
- Personable Skills
- PR/ Marketing/ Market Research
- Research/ Journalism/ Media
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Flexible
Hours required: 1hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Nationwide
This role can be carried out from home as long as the volunteer has the relevant tools.
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
Age restrictions:
Over 16
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteer in the social media role will be given on-going support and training in the area of Media. You will also be giving the opportunity to develop their own interpersonal skills.
