You will be assisting the Group co-ordinator.
This lead role is responsible for coordinating a group of volunteers to raise funds through events or other activities, delegating tasks to other members of the group as required and being the key contact in the local area.
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We need someone who is able to generate enthusiasm and lead a group of volunteers to achieve great results. A good communicator and someone with prior experience of managing teams and taking the lead. A non judgemental stance and a person who embraces all members of society to help with raising funds to support the vision of Guide Dogs.
What could the role involve?
- Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area
- Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy
- Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs
- Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers
- Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area
- Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed
- Ensuring that any information provided by Guide Dogs is cascaded to relevant supporters or volunteers
- Ensuring income raised from events is banked in a timely manner
What's in it for the volunteer?
- Sense of satisfaction in seeing donations generated
- Work with committed and passionate people
- Opportunity to learn new skills
- Basic induction to Guide Dogs and to the role
- Regular and ongoing advice and support from Guide Dogs
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) training (for Group and Deputy Group Coordinators)
- Resources to support fundraising, such as stock to sell
- Payment of out of pocket expenses in line with Guide Dogs volunteer expenses policy