Ambassador Volunteer (Greeter Volunteer Admiral Visitor Boat)

Canal & River Trust; Devizes; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to preserving England’s waterways as an Ambassador. This role invites you to connect with the community, engage in events, and promote the value of canals. Enjoy the satisfaction of improving local awareness and appreciation while developing valuable communication skills.

Benefits

Sense of reward from contributing to the community

Meeting interesting people

Developing communication skills

Qualifications

• Engagement communautaire et interaction avec le public.
• Capacité à contribuer aux événements et programmes de sensibilisation.
• Compétences en communication essentielles.

Responsibilities

• Attending external events and representing the Trust.
• Giving talks to adult groups in the community.
• Promoting waterways locally through various activities.

Skills

Friendly and approachable

Reliable

Good with people

Positive attitude

Job description

Join the Canal & River Trust as an Ambassador and help to connect more people to our canals.

At Caen Hill Locks, the Canal & River Trust has a visitor centre based on a boat. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to one day a week at this popular location. This role offers you the chance to be the ‘face’ of the Trust, playing a key part in enhancing visitors' experience and fostering a greater understanding and appreciation of waterways.

Your responsibilities include engaging with visitors, informing them about the work of the Canal & River Trust, and sharing details about the local waterway, surrounding area, and the charity's mission. This role helps preserve our nation’s history and keeps canals vibrant. You will also have opportunities to support events, be part of a supportive team, and develop a deeper appreciation for our environment.

We aim to build support from those yet to discover our network. As an Ambassador, no two days are the same, and you will experience a variety of volunteer opportunities across our regions.

Why we want you

Our Ambassadors promote the value of our nation's canals and rivers by attending events, supporting campaigns like Share the Space, and engaging with the public and supporters. You will help represent the Trust and connect more people to our waterways, raising awareness and appreciation for canals.

Most of your activities will involve public events, inviting community members to join, learn, try activities, and discover more about the Trust. Other roles include Waterside Leader (leading activities such as guided walks), Rangers, Lock keepers, Explorers, Waterside Champions, and Youth Engagement roles.

What you will be doing

• Attending external events and representing the Trust
• Giving talks to adult groups in the community
• Promoting waterways locally through various activities
• Supporting events at museums and attractions to showcase our collections

The skills you need

• Friendly and approachable
• Reliable
• Good with people
• Positive attitude

What's in it for you

• A sense of reward from contributing to the community
• Meeting interesting people
• Developing your communication skills