NICVA Member Benefits

Publications

NICVA News

A loose leaf magazine which provides up to date information on policy, events, funding, NICVA resources and services.

eNews

A weekly email update on the most current issues and events relevant to the voluntary and community sector.

Good Practice Guides

5 guides for the voluntary and community sector providing practical, up-to-date advice on good employment practices, communications, governance, management and managing your finances.

agendaNi

agendaNi is THE most comprehensive public affairs magazine in Northern Ireland and will appeal to anyone whose role and general interest requires them to be up to date with the latest developments in public policy in Northern Ireland.

NICVA membership brings you 10 copies a year through a subscription purchased by us on your behalf.

Resources

Grant Tracker

An interactive software package of funding information in Northern Ireland which includes a searchable database of funding and a wealth of advice on how to improve your fundraising.

Conference Facilities

Extensive conference and meeting facilities available at discounted rates to our member organisations.

Library Service

A comprehensive reference library for the voluntary and community sector. Visits can be arranged by appointment.

Search the online catalogue.

Information and Advice

Funding Advice

A comprehensive service which offers advice on fundraising and how to maximise funding opportunities from charitable trusts, grant making organisations to European Funds.

Governance and Charity Advice

General advice on legal requirements and responsibilities for committees, individuals and organisations.

Finance

Advice and information on pensions, payroll and financial matters.

Human Resources

Advice and information and sample polices on all Human Resources procedures.

Training and Consultancy

Courses

A range of training courses and customized consultancy in areas including finance, human resources, dealing with the media, fundraising and legal matters.

Research

Research Round-up

Practical guidance and support to help you identify facts and figures.

Sectornet

The most comprehensive database of voluntary and community organisations in Northern Ireland.

Community NI

Your gateway to the Northern Ireland voluntary and community sector.

Advertising

Recruitment

Free online advertising of your voluntary and community sector job vacancy.

Publications

Preferential advertising rates in NICVA News mailings and sector mailings.

Promotion

Use of NICVA’s website to promote the work of your organisation.

Policy

Consultation

Opportunities to feed into debate and voice concerns about government policy and strategies which affect the sector.

Representation

Opportunities to participate in a number of processes to promote social cohesion, equality and justice.

Manifesto

Produced by NICVA every 3 years to influence the priorities and budget of local political parties.

Events, Seminars & Forums

Opportunities to learn more about policy issues, debate and discuss with colleagues and experts and share information.