Winterval Volunteers
UPDATE: THESE VOLUNTEER ROLES ARE NOW CLOSED Winterval, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, returns to Waterford this November and December for its landmark 10th year with its biggest and most festive programme yet. Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, will be transformed into a magical Winterval wonderland from Friday, November 18th until Friday, December 23rd. We have several […]
Volunteer of the Year 2022
In conjunction with the Waterford PPN Awards This year the Waterford Volunteer Centre is again partnering with the Waterford PPN to bring you the Volunteer of the Year Awards. The awards acknowledge groups and individuals who, through their commitment to voluntary and community activities, have played a significant role in enhancing the quality of life […]
We Are Hiring
Ukrainian Volunteer Outreach Worker We have a 12-week contract for a paid outreach worker to support Ukrainian people who are volunteering within their community. For more information please download the job description and person specification at https://volunteerwaterford.ie/wp-content/uploads/Ukraine-Outreach-Worker.pdf
Board Vacancy
Our voluntary board of directors guide the organisation and have oversight over governance and finance. We seek to uphold best practice in these areas at all times. We would like to invite applications from individuals who have experience / connections within the local community and/or statutory sector to join our board and continue the development […]
Board and Committee Survey
If you are a charity trustee or work with an organisation that has a voluntary board or committee we need your help. Please help us analyse the gaps in board participation and expertise in Waterford. Takes just 3 minutes. https://forms.office.com/r/CxyPVCZGZF
Expand Your Horizons – June
Discover more about education and training options, volunteering in Waterford and how your local library can help. Thursday 9th June Portlaw Library 10.00-12.00 and Kilmacthomas Library 2.00-4.00 Friday 10th June Lismore Library 10.00-12.00 and Dungarvan Library 2.00-4.00 Tuesday 14th June Tramore Library 10.00-12.00 Drop in to meet Waterford Adult Educational Guidance Service, Waterford Volunteer Centre […]
Expand Your Horizons
Discover more about education and training options, volunteering in Waterford and how your local library can help. Tuesday 24th May Brown’s Road Library 10.00-12.00 and Ardkeen Library 2.00-4.00 Monday 30th May Central Library 10.00-12.00 and Carrickphierish Library 2.00-4.00 Drop in to meet Waterford Adult Educational Guidance Service, Waterford Volunteer Centre and Work Matters at the […]
Open day
As part of National Volunteer Week, we are inviting volunteers to call into the volunteer centre on Tuesday, May 17th between 11am and 12:30pm and between 2pm and 3:30pm. Drop by and say hello, or ask about some of the volunteer opportunities that are currently available. Discover how volunteering can help you meet new people […]
National Volunteering Week – 16th 22nd May
We are looking forward to celebrating National Volunteering Week with some great events that highlight the work of volunteers throughout the county. Keep an eye on our social media for updates.
Ukraine Emergency Response
Waterford Volunteer Centre is currently liaising with the City and County Council and a number of other agencies to launch a response to the emergency dislocation of a huge number of people from Ukraine, some of whom will arrive in Waterford in the coming weeks and months. While we are waiting for concrete plans to […]