Chair of the Lifeboat Enthusiasts' Society

Why we want you

The Lifeboat Enthusiasts' Society brings together those with a keen interest in lifeboats, the RNLI and the history of the lifeboat service. You will support volunteer RNLI lifeboat crews to save lives at sea by leading volunteers in the Society to raise vital funds and share knowledge and understanding of RNLI.

What you will be doing

• Overseeing the achievement of the Aims & Objectives of the Society
• Leading, motivating and coordinating the Committee and recruitment of new members
• Organising (in conjunction with Committee members) four committee meetings a year
• Overseeing Society finances, liaising with the Honorary Treasurer
• Supporting Society Events
• Any other activities to ensure the smooth running of the Society

The skills you need

• Enthusiasm
• Good interpersonal skills and leadership experience
• Basic IT skills
• Excellent communications skills and confident speaking in public

What's in it for you

• Join an inclusive and diverse organisation
• Have fun, meet new people and join a motivated and enthusiastic team who are making a difference
• Learn skills and gain experience to enhance your CV
• Gain the satisfaction of giving back
• Training to fulfil your volunteer role will be provided and reasonable out of pocket expenses reimbursed

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.