Volunteer Vacancies

The Sid Vale Assocation is staffed totally by volunteers, and is dependent upon them to continue the work of the SVA. If you are able to spare some time and are interested in one of the following vacancies, please contact the person associated with each vacancy for more information or email info@sidvaleassocation.org.uk

If you are interested in helping on any of the sub-committees (please see Navigation menu for these), then please email info@sidvaleassociation.org.uk.

Museum

Stewards

New stewards are always welcome. If you like meeting people, are interested in what the Museum offers, then why not consider this. Also, as the museum is continuing with fairs like Blackmore and Astrofest, they would like Stewards to help man the stands. Contact the Museum on 01395 516139.

Administrator

In the course of trying to sustain the work of one of the best voluntary operated museums in Devon, we urgently need the help of someone with office administration skills. Someone who can familiarize themselves with official advice and government legislation, and work with the Curator in ensuring the Museum conforms to required standards. If you can help, please contact the Museum on 01395 516139.

Conservation and Planning Committee

Volunteers

For decades this committee has played an important role in the Conservation of Sidmouth’s heritage, both in terms buildings and countryside. It has contributed greatly to the town and countryside which we cherish today. We are seeking 2 or 3 persons to join a small group, who, usually working in pairs, monitor building applications submitted to the planning authority. Where necessary a letter may be written giving grounds for amendment or objection. The committee acts on behalf of almost 2,500 Association members. Special skills are not required and help will be given. Access to the internet and e-mail preferable. In addition, we are also seeking a Chairman for this committee. For more details please contact the SVA Chairman Revd Handel Bennett on 01395 514211.

Keith Owen Fund Grants Committee

Volunteers

The Keith Owen Fund is administered by the Sid Vale Association in accord with the Objects stated in its the Constitution, viz “To protect develop and improve for the benefit of the public the beauties amenities and heritage of the Valley of the River Sid in East Devon . . . “ (Art.3, Rev. Constt, April 1999).

The Grants Committee is a group of up to 10 persons, forming a sub committee seeking Applications from individuals and voluntary organisations for financial Awards. We are now looking for 2 or 3 volunteers to help with this worthwhile work. The committee consider Applications received bi-monthly, (up to six meetings per year). The committee is guided in assessing the suitability of each application by means of the Terms of Reference provided. There are also opportunities for the Committee to initiate its own projects or encourage others to do so. The committee is not required to raise money to support this activity. Access to e-mail essential.

Committee Secretary

We also seek a someone to receive applications, circulate them to the
committee, take minutes, and deal with a small number of letters
confirming Grants. Help will be given.

All interested persons are invited to contact the SVA Chairman Revd Handel Bennett on 01395 514211.

Meetings Secretary

This position entails:

arranging a programme of four talks per Winter season for October, November, January and February
Booking the Manor Pavilion
To inform the SVA Treasurer for settlement of
Confirmation of public address system and other equipment
Confirmation of speakers attendance
Confirmation of dates for the teas with the SVA Social Secretary

For further information, contact the SVA Chairman Revd Handel Bennett on 01395 514211.

Distribution

To undertake the distribution to the Museum, the Town Information Centre, and local retail outlets, of the Landscape Calendar and the Countryside Walks packets.

Contact the SVA Chairman Revd Handel Bennett on 01395 514211.