ENGLAND NETBALL VOLUNTEERING

Recruiting and retaining volunteers is a difficult task but it is vital for the future of netball clubs. People who emerge as volunteers, from coaches, officials, chairs, secretaries and treasurers to kit washers and refreshment makers, are the lifeblood of a netball club, yet all too often they are taken for granted. 

Given that volunteers are essential to the effective running of netball clubs it is recommended that clubs consider appointing a club volunteer coordinator. This type of role can make a big difference to the recruitment and retention of volunteers as it ensures that the area of volunteer development is given a strong lead from within the club. The role of the club volunteer coordinator could focus on:
 
• Getting to know the club membership
• Identifying the volunteer needs of the club
• Recruiting new volunteers
• Rewarding and developing current volunteers
• Providing feedback to help people be effective in their roles

England Netball has put together a FREE Club Volunteer Coordinator Support Package for new and existing Club Volunteer Coordinators.
 
The support package includes:

• Information on the role of a Club Volunteer Coordinator
• Guidance on the safe and effective recruitment of club volunteers
• Guidance on recognising and rewarding your club volunteers
• Guidance on training and developing your club volunteers
• Volunteer Role Descriptions
• Templates for you to utilise
• Volunteer thank you cards
• Discount on the brand new Running Sports 'Club Volunteer Coordinator' workshop
• Quarterly E-Newsletter
• Regular updates and support from England Netball's Volunteer Manager

If you would like to register as a club volunteer coordinator and receive your FREE support package, please complete the registration form below and email it to Gemma Morris at gemma.morris@englandnetball.co.uk. Alternatively, contact Gemma on 01462 442344 and she will take your details over the phone.

Download Club Volunteer Coordinator Application Form

If you would like more information about the role of Club Volunteer Coordinator, or the support package, please contact England Netball's Volunteer Manager, Rebecca Skinner at rebeccas@englandnetball.co.uk or on 07834 500190