Volunteers are Important

Overview

U.3.A. throughout the world encourages its members to volunteer to take up administrative and teaching duties which will keep the organisation operating effectively. This policy helps to maintain subscription dues to the minimum, enables the utilisation of the variety of skills of the members and, is a measure of appreciation of the generous contribution of tutors.

Whilst the Committee of Management has the responsibility to conduct the affairs of the organisation according to the Constitution and to meet the requirements of the law as it applies to an incorpoarated body, there are several other tasks which need to be performed.

Essential Roles

There is always a place for volunteers and your assistance will be appreciated by the committee and other members. Consider a role from the list below.

These general categories of activities require a pool of volunteers who are available on a regular rostered basis or on casual basis to temp in case of illness and holidays.

Office Bearers

Contact the office to find out if there are current vacancies for office bearers on the Committee of Management.

Class Representatives

Provide general help to the tutor, keep roles, pass messages from the committee, set up and clear room for the class. Where classes are at the Fairfield Railway Station venue, unlock/lock doors and disarm/arm security system.

Office Volunteers

Take and clear telephone messages; record summary of messages; where necessary, contact the appropriate committee member; mail out information kits to interested callers.

Distributors of Brochures

Brochures to be placed at locations where they are likely to attract prospective members.

General Duties

The need may arise from time to time (say 2-4 times a year) for additional help of an unspecified nature.

Special Projects/Event Coordinators

Coordinate special events or projects.

Tutors and Group Leaders

Do you have an area of special interest or knowledge which you are happy to share with others; it need not be a full semester or full year topic.

How to Volunteer

Please indicate the task for which you wish to volunteer by completing the lower section of the Membership Application Form (in P.D.F. format). If you are prepared to assist in any way not otherwise covered above, please specify on the comments line. The postal address for return of the form is printed on the form.