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Group Secretary

This one is a little more of a behind the scenes role, and is integral to the running of the group across all sections. Rather than a practical role running the evenings with the Scouts, the group secretary  works with the Chairman and is secretary to the Group Scout Council.

Your role will include keeping a commanding watch over documents at the hut, making sure that information is correct, up to date and stored securely. You will often be heavily involved in the organisation of fundraising and be a centre for channels of communication in the group, including making sure emails get to the right people and all the leaders are sharing information that needs sharing.

Basically, we're looking for someone with an almost unhealthy love of communication and organisation!

You'll be involved in the group's activities in a less practical way, but the group secretary is definitely an extremely important role in making sure everyone is working together.

Training

As this role does not require you to work directly with children, you will not need any official training. However, that doesn't mean you're going to be immediately thrown in and expected to get going and know what you're doing from day 1.

We're always happy to work with new volunteers, support them in their role as they learn and be as helpful as we can. All you need is enthusiasm and to be ready to get started!

Hours

There are no particular required hours as what needs doing can vary so much between weeks or months. The only specific times you will need to be in attendance are at group or district meetings - your role as secretary means that it will be important for you to be involved.