- Completed the training, with PAVO certificates.
Training for 2012
All courses £10 for half day or £20 for full day and taking place in Llandrindod Wells unless otherwise stated.
Booking Your Place
To book a place on any of the PAVO courses you can download an application form. If a course is provided by an external trainer the application details will be found in the description of the course.
If you have difficulty downloading an application form and would like us to send you one please contact us by clicking here.
Staff Development
2 February 2012 ½ day
By the end of the course, participants will
- be able to undertake a training needs analysis
- know how to develop a training plan
- understand the different approaches to training and development
- recognise the importance of evaluating training
An Introduction to Tendering
15 February 2012 - half day
- Improve understanding of the differences between grants and contracts
- Increase knowledge in the area of tendering
- Provide guidance about the tendering process
- Explore the potential of joint working when considering public service delivery
Supervision & Appraisal
7 March 2012 - 1 day
By the end of the session , participants will
- Understand the benefits of supervision and appraisal to staff and the organisation.
- Recognise the difference between supervision and appraisal
- Develop and implement appropriate systems for supervision and appraisal
Volunteer Recruitment Selection & Induction
28 March 2012- 1 day
By the end of the course, participants will
- Be familiar with a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers
- Recognise ‘selection’ as a two way process and be familiar with a range of selection tools
- Understand the use of vetting procedures including CRB checks, and recognise their limitations
- Understand the purpose and nature of a) volunteer agreements and b) volunteer induction
- Recognise potential uses and abuses of volunteers’ personal information
- Recognise ways in which volunteering can be made more accessible to all
Trading
21 March 2012 - half day
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- assess their potential for trading goods or services
- understand the processes involved in developing a trading idea
- develop a competitive advantage
- know where to go for further information, help and advice
Who should attend?
It is intended for those with a responsibility for strategic direction and fundraising and is suitable for experienced fundraisers wishing to gain an insight of how trading can assist organisations to beocme financially sustainable.
An Introduction to Tendering
18 April 2012 - full day
- Improve understanding of the differences between grants and contracts
- Increase knowledge in the area of tendering
- Provide guidance about the tendering process
- Explore the potential of joint working when considering public service delivery
Roles and responsibilities of Trustees and Management Committee members
2 May 2012 - full day
By the end of the session, participants will
- have an understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities
- be clear on how aims or legal objects should reflect the organisation's values and mission
- identify potential liabilities and how to guard against them
Business and Strategic Planning
23 May 2012 – 1 day
By the end of the session, participants will
- Understand the difference between business and strategic planning;
- Understand the purpose of business and strategic plans and why every organisation needs one;
- Appreciate the benefits of the planning process;
- Be able to develop comprehensive business and strategic plans.
Staff Development
6 June 2012 - half day
By the end of the session, participants will
- be able to undertake a training needs analysis
- know how to develop a training plan
- understand the different approaches to training and development
- recognise the importance of evaluating training
An Introduction to Tendering
20 June 2012 - full day
By the end of the course, participants will
- be able to undertake a training needs analysis
- know how to develop a training plan
- understand the different approaches to training and development
- recognise the importance of evaluating training
join PAVO
All voluntary organisations and community groups in Powys are invited to become members of PAVO. Membership is Free ... find out more
Training
PAVO provides training courses on all aspects of running community groups and voluntary organisations ... find out more
Powys Transport Training Agency provides transport related training courses and information ... find out more
Powys Agency for Mental Health
Powys Agency for Mental Health provides information, support, representation networks, advice and training to the Third Sector on any aspect of mental health services in Powys ... find out more
Children and Young People
A network for organisations and groups who support, help, play and work with children, young people and their families, helping them to share good practice, work together and link to the CYP Partnership ... find out more
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
Have your say and keep informed about how the Third Sector contributes to Health and Social Care services in Powys ... find out more
Community Transport
Community Transport meets the transport needs of communities where these needs are not or cannot be adequately met by public and/or commercial transport ... find out more
Community Development
PAVO's team of Development Officers can provide you with practical support to help develop your community group or voluntary group and its activities ... find out more
Climate Change
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Save money on your energy bills?
Do your bit to tackle climate change?
Access grants and loans to reduce your carbon footprint? find out more...
