Volunteer

Description

Foróige is a national youth organisation and has been working with young people since 1952. Our purpose is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their development and in the development of society. We work with over 50,000 young people aged 8-18 each year through volunteer-led Clubs and staff-led Youth Projects. Foróige currently operates in 26 counties in Ireland, with more than 600 Foróige Clubs, 150 Youth Projects, the Mentoring Programmes, the Foróige Youth Entrepreneurship programme, our Youth Citizenship and Youth Leadership programmes. 

Is training provided?: Yes

Please note that Garda Vetting is required for this position which will be processed with you after you apply.

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Volunteer Induction Training 

Volunteer Child Protection Awareness Training 

Tusla/HSE E Learning Training 

Skills required for this role:

• Good listener/sounding board.
• Flexible.
• Value diversity of perspectives.
• Knowledgeable.
• Nonjudgmental.
• Honest and candid.

Details of time commitment needed for role:
1-2 hours per week (Monday-Sunday)

Minimum time commitment per week:
1 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
Application form References Garda Vetting Volunteer Interview