Trustee Meeting Minute Taker for Broxbourne Big Local

Welwyn Hatfield Community And Voluntary Services Limited; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nonprofit organization is seeking a Minute Taker Volunteer to join their team. In this role, you will attend monthly meetings and accurately record proceedings, an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain administrative experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. This remote opportunity welcomes individuals over 26 and provides valuable experience in a charitable setting.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student in relevant fields of study.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Attend organisational monthly meetings and accurately record minutes.
• Capture key points, decisions, and action items discussed during meetings.
• Prepare comprehensive and concise meeting minutes in a timely manner.
• Distribute meeting minutes to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication and listening skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in relevant fields of study

Job description

Before you can register your interest for this opportunity you must be registered as a volunteer.

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Broxbourne Big Local (BBL) is a grassroots charity with big ambitions. As part of our commitment to modernising and sustaining Wormley Community Centre, we’re dedicated to ensuring it remains a vital resource for local small businesses, charities, and organisations that empower our community. We’re focused on creating opportunities for our local residents to get involved and help us achieve these ambitions together. As the Wormley Community Centre continues to thrive, we’re excited to invite more volunteers to join our BBL family and be part of this exciting journey.

As a Minute Taker Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in our organisation by accurately recording and documenting the proceedings of our monthly meetings. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in gaining hands‑on experience in an administrative capacity within a not‑for‑profit organisation charity.

Opportunity Type: Micro-volunteering

District: Broxbourne

Location: From your office

Time of day: Weekday Afternoons, Weekday Evenings, Casual or Intermittent

Practical Considerations: No

Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Suitable for: Aged 26 and over, University students, Rehabilitation friendly

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Carers Support, Children, Families & Family Support, Environment & Sustainability, Health and Safety, IT, Technology & Digital Inclusion, Trusteeship & Governance, Voluntary & Community Action, Other

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

Full Description:

We are seeking a dedicated person interested in gaining valuable experience in an administrative capacity within a not-for-profit organisation charity. As a Minute Taker Volunteer, you will play a vital role in our organisation by attending our once-a-month meetings and accurately recording and documenting the proceedings of our Trustee meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Attend organisational monthly meetings and accurately record minutes.
• Capture key points, decisions, and action items discussed during meetings.
• Prepare comprehensive and concise meeting minutes in a timely manner.
• Distribute meeting minutes to relevant stakeholders within the organisation.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to organisational policies regarding sensitive information.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate documentation of meeting proceedings.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a student in relevant fields of study: for example – Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Work, Communication Studies, English or Writing.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Reliable and punctual.