Solar 300 Admin Assistant
Project overview
The aim of Action 21's Solar 300 challenge is to facilitate the roll out of domestic solar water heating systems and solar electricity panels in Wariwck Disrtict. It is estimated that there are currently 300 installations in the district and our aim would be to see that at least doubled. The delivery of the challenge can make an important contribution to lowering the districts CO2 footprint and to the installation of local distributed renewable heat generation.
Principal Function of Volunteer
To co-ordinate responses from the initial mailing and publicity.
Tasks and Activities
As a volunteer you will carry out some or all of the following activities, depending on your individual capabilities and preferences. This list is only a guide to the types of activities that may be required.
- Enter responses into a database/spreadsheet
- Group responses by postcode
- Mark responses on an OS map of the area
- File paper forms away
- Send out a standard reply to all respondents, along the lines of ‘thank you for your interest – we’re now processing your application and we will be in contact once we have identified 7 more interested parties in your neighbourhood.’
- Forward the names and contact details of respondents who expressed interest in the activities of Action 21.
Benefits
This role provides excellent work experience, especially for people pursuing a career in community/charity work and the environmental field as well as those interested in renewable energy.
Skills/Qualifications/Experience sought
- Good level of literacy
- Basic computer skills (including working knowledge of Microsoft word)
- This role would suit someone with a passion for renewable energy and a desire to help solve fuel poverty.
- No particular experience is required as volunteers will be fully supported
Time commitment required
Initially half a day per week, once the project has been launched.
Training, Reviews & Support
General
- Registration session to provide an overview of Action 21 and what volunteering on our projects involves. Also gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have.
- Project Induction
- End of probation review session (after 4 weeks or sessions of volunteering)
- 6 monthly review sessions
Expenses
You can claim back reasonable expenses for travel. How you go about claiming back these costs will be explained in more detail during your induction.
Location
Action 21's Re-Useful Centre or working from home.