Vacancy Bicycle Vitality Team Volunteer

What will you do?
 
Are you an enthusiastic and committed senior citizen who thinks it is important for the elderly to keep cycling safely and enjoyably? Do you like to chat and are you looking for a meaningful and sociable volunteer role? Then the Cycling Vitality Team is for you!
As a volunteer on the Cycling Vitality team, you will go out to markets, fairs and local events to help other seniors keep cycling safely and vitally.
You have accessible, equal conversations (peer-to-peer), raise awareness about safe cycling, aids and health, and share practical tips and information. With a fun action, you attract people to your stand and start the conversation.
You will thus contribute to a safer, more vital and more social cycling culture in Friesland

What do we offer?
 
- An introductory training on road safety and interviewing.
- An Institute for Responsible Medication Use training on medicines in traffic
- On-site guidance and clear materials.
- A friendly group of like-minded volunteers.
- A contribution to safer traffic and fun contacts with other seniors.
 
 
 
 
 

Who are you?
You are 55 or older yourself and can relate well to the target group.
You are sociable, approachable and enjoy talking to people.
You have an interest in road safety, cycling and mobility.
You can work together in a small team of other volunteers.
You are available for a few market days per year (pre-planned).
You are a good listener, ask open-ended questions and explain information clearly.
You understand the challenges of ageing and can motivate in a positive way.
You exude confidence and are an ambassador for road safety.
 
What do you have?
Basic road safety knowledge: You know the most important tips for safe cycling and can explain them practically or have the willingness to learn them
Affinity with cycling: You have experience of cycling yourself and understand the benefits as well as the risks.
Willingness to learn: Willing to learn new knowledge about road safety, tools and health.
Basic digital skills: You can relay information and possibly refer to websites such as www.doortrappen.frl.