What does the role involve:

• Working with the group helping to identify potential opportunities for fundraising events i.e. charity football matches, social evenings, fancy dress parties, quiz evenings, sponsored walks etc
• Working with the group, planning and organising events e.g. investigating possible venues, assessing potential interest, considering health & safety issues etc
• Working with the group to develop ideas, promote and advertise the event.
• Identifying potential participants e.g. family, friends, community groups etc.
• Using influencing skills to persuade people to donate venue, raffle prizes etc.
• Liaising with group leader at all times.

What will you need to do the role:

• Access to a land line telephone or mobile to contact supporters.
• Supporting promotional material will be provided.

What will we give you:

• Respect your commitment and value your contribution.
• Keep you informed about how your contribution has helped the charity.
• Support, if needed, from local staff and volunteers.
• Provide appropriate materials to enable you to undertake your role effectively.
• The opportunity to develop new skills and/or utilise existing ones, meet new people and gain a sense of achievement from helping the community.