Across all of Northern Ireland, we offer direct support for people living with and affected by Motor Neurone Disease (‘MND’), every day.
Linked with a local Group Committee, a Support Meeting Co-ordinator helps facilitate regular local events which engage those who are living with and affected by MND.
Support Meeting Co-ordinators lead the organisation of local support events, such as coffee mornings, afternoon teas, support meetings, drop-ins and more, with the support of other local volunteers.
What does a Support Meeting Co-ordinator do?
This role is highly flexible, and links closely with both MND Association staff and volunteers alike as One Strong Team to drive impact through local co-ordination and communication.
This role will be key in linking place-specific co-ordinators with the national committee, championing our communities and providing general support to volunteers to host and attend events.
Specific tasks and activities include:
̶ Planning & Co-ordination – take the lead supporting volunteers in resourcing, organising, facilitating, promoting and where possible, attending support events.
̶ Growth – in conjunction with staff, support with the recruitment, induction, development and recognition of volunteers, as well as with succession planning
̶ Local liaison - Liaise with venue staff and suppliers with support of local volunteers to deliver great support meeting events and share updates with the Group Committee
̶ Awareness & Communication – Link closely with the local Group members to engage and share details of events
̶ Policies – adhere to the MND Association’s policies and procedures, including Safeguarding
̶ Events – as this role may involve attending meetings and events, expenses such as travel are covered per our policies.
Time commitment and location are flexible and variable depending on individual capacity.
This role is recruited through Safer Recruitment processes, which means the process includes a short interview and two references.
Successful applicants will complete a structured induction pathway, with direct and ongoing support from their allocated Community Support Coordinator (‘CSC’) who shall set up semi-regular check-ins.
About our Support Meeting Coordinators
Across the MND Association, everything we do is underpinned by our Values.
We are One Strong Team
̶ We are leaders who champion our commitment to supporting people affected by MND
̶ We develop and maintain positive and supportive relationships with others
̶ We use great communication skills to lead volunteers and delegate tasks
We think Big
̶ We seek to strengthen our local delivery and reach more people
̶ Where possible, we seek new, creative opportunities to support people locally impacted by MND through events
̶ We use basic ICT skills to undertake tasks and communicate - e.g. Zoom/MS Teams, email, Office 365
We are Determined
̶ We are prepared to learn about MND and its impact in our communities
̶ We take steps to ensure our own and others’ safety in Group activities
̶ We understand the need for consent, confidentiality and the importance of data protection
We make Every Day Count
̶ We champion the Vision and Purpose of the MND Association
̶ We take an inclusive and collaborative approach to engaging with others and solving problems
̶ We are always respectful and kind
