Volunteer Role Description

A volunteer role description lets potential volunteers know what is expected in the role and helps them decide if it is a role they can perform.

Volunteer role descriptions are essential for several reasons:

• Clarity and Expectations: Well defined role descriptions provide clear expectations for volunteers, outlining responsibilities and tasks. This helps volunteers understand exactly what is expected of them.
• Recruitment: Detailed role descriptions can attract the right volunteers by clearly communicating the requirements. This helps potential volunteers understand if they are a good for the role.
• Training and Support: With a clear role description, it's easier to design appropriate training and provide necessary support. This helps volunteers to be better prepared and more confident in their role.
• Accountability: Defining specific duties and responsibilities helps establish accountability. This makes it easier to evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Engagement: Knowing their role and its impact can be motivating for volunteers and increase engagement. Understanding how their work contributes to the organisation helps volunteers feel valued and committed.
• Legal Protection: Clear descriptions can also provide legal protection for both the organisation and the volunteer by outlining the scope of duties and responsibilities.

This template is used when creating a volunteer role and when advertising for volunteers.