Volunteer Branch Admin Support (Staffordshire / West Midlands)

Overview of the Volunteer Branch Admin Support opportunity

As a Branch admin support, you would be in an essential volunteer role assisting with managing and maintaining the administrative affairs of our branch. Using your expertise and skills, you will be able to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Stafford Wolverhampton & District Branch

The Stafford Wolverhampton & District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

The main activity of our branch is on cat rehabilitation and rehoming. We also provide welfare assistance to members of the public, run various welfare campaigns including dog neutering and rabbit awareness, and attend various welfare and fundraising events representing the branch and promoting the RSPCA.

Primary responsibilities

• To act as the primary contact point for all branch communications via the enquiries email
• Assist the Branch Secretary with arranging branch meetings
• Assist the Branch Secretary with arranging the branch AGM including the compilation and distribution of the annual report, nominations, and agenda in line with the strict timetable laid down in the branch rules.
• Arrange the timely dissemination of the contents of the enquiries email correspondence received by the branch and reply to all general enquiry’s correspondence where necessary.
• Assist in the managing of National campaigns, Rabbit Awareness week and branch neuter campaigns
• Maintain branch animal information on Animal Shelter Manager, ensuring records are up to date and accurate.
• Assist with income generation administration from Leave a Legacy and sponsor a pen initiative.
• Assist the Fundraising Co-ordinator with the administration or arranging fundraising events and coordinating volunteers.
• Maintain a volunteer database, ensuring records are up to date and accurate.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

Above all, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a Volunteer Branch Admin Support

• You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
• Join a community that will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
• Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch! For more information and to apply for an application form, please contact Tracey Rogers on enquiries@rspca-staffordwolverhampton.org.uk.

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees and dependant on the position you may be required to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.