Fundraising Events Organiser

Keywords

18+ Charity fund collections Charity/CIC Support Training Given

Description

Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.

The difference you will make to cats and people

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising events organisers have the exciting and varied role of helping plan and deliver local fundraising events to raise the vital funds needed to help cats. Our fundraising events organisers use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between.

· make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours

· support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection

· cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy

· provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities

What rewards come with volunteering, and how does it create meaningful change?

While volunteering with us, we will support you in your ambitions and goals. Some skills you could learn as a hub fundraising volunteer include:

• Creativity & Innovation
• Digital Literacy & IT Skills
• Goal Setting & Aiming High
• Listening & Communication
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Data Analysis & Research
• Emotional Intelligence & Empathy
• Fundraising & Writing
• Network & Relationship Building
• Project Management & Organisation

Requirements

What we would like from you

You’ll be:

· planning fundraising events and activities like cake sales, quiz nights and barn dances

· providing the treasurer with information on funds raised from fundraising events

· encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection

· following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

Our fundraising volunteers will be based remotely and can connect via our Kent online community hub – as well as at regular meet ups and events. You will also have local branches and centres that you can support nearby.

When signing up to be a volunteer at Cats Protection; you will be requested to complete an application form, book an informal chat with us about the role, attend an online induction and do a few online training modules and short reading which are specific to this role. We also ask for emergency contacts and two references.