Western Bay of Plenty Neighbourhood Support is looking for more volunteers to help create resilient and connected communities.
Due to several resignations around the region for health or other reasons, Neighbourhood Support is needing Area Coordinators in about 20 areas including Ōmokoroa, The Lakes, Bethlehem, Gate Pā, Welcome Bay, Maketū and Ohauiti. It always needs volunteer street coordinators.
The organisation is also looking for qualified people to join its board after a couple of retirements.
“We’ve lost a couple of long-standing volunteers through health or other concerns and we really need people to step up and help,” manager Bruce Banks said.
The voluntary positions are not time-consuming. Street Coordinators look after their own street neighbours, gathering contact details and keeping the list updated. Members receive regular newsletters by email.
Volunteer Area Coordinators look after a larger suburb area and act as a contact for street coordinators.
“We need people who are enthusiastic about their area and keen to see it thrive.”
Neighbourhood Support works closely with the Police and other organisations to build strong communities by reducing crime, improving safety and preparing to deal with emergencies and disasters.
Potential board members need a few skills. These include:
Be financially literate, possess analytical skills and have some knowledge of legal requirements.
Business acumen or strong networks in the not-for-profit sector.
A commitment to community and neighbourhood development.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Governance experience (but this is not essential).
Committed to what Neighbourhood Support is trying to achieve for the community.
"We would like to increase the cultural diversity of our Board and to strengthen and diversify our fundraising portfolio, so experience in the not-for-profit fundraising arena would be a bonus.”
The Board meets monthly and candidates could also commit to occasional working groups. The appointment is for a three-year term and is voluntary.
Interested people should contact Bruce Banks, Ph 07 562 2828, 027 271 3772 or email nspapamoa@wbopns.org.nz
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