Dementia Friends Ambassador - Belfast

Alzheimer's Society; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Alzheimer's Society as a Dementia Friends Ambassador and play a pivotal role in changing attitudes towards dementia. You will raise awareness of dementia support within the community, engage with local audiences, and promote essential services through events and social media.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Comfortable promoting services and initiatives.
• Willingness to participate in local fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Dementia Friends sessions and raise awareness.
• Engage with the public at local events and talks.
• Participate in community outreach and fundraising activities.

Skills

Community Engagement

Public Speaking

Social Media Promotion

Job description

About The Role

Our Dementia Friends programme raises essential awareness of dementia, and we need your help to make it happen!

As a Dementia Friends Ambassador, you will be changing attitudes about dementia by delivering Dementia Friends Sessions and engaging with the public regularly. You will represent the Alzheimer’s Society in your local area, raising awareness of our work, ensuring people affected by dementia know about the support and information available, and encouraging communities and businesses to support us.

Your activities may include handing out leaflets, promoting our services, attending local events and talks, and participating in fundraising activities. There are many other ways to get involved, such as sharing social media posts or displaying posters to increase awareness.