Fundraising Volunteer (Based in Altrincham, Sale, Hale, Timperley, Knutsford, Northwich)
Overview of opportunity
As a Fundraising Volunteer, you will play a vital part, in organising and assisting with our fundraising activities. All the proceeds from these activities go directly towards the essential animal welfare work that we do at branch level.
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 Cheshire Altrincham Branch
The Cheshire Altrincham 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 rehoming animals and fundraising.
Volunteer Fundraising Volunteer responsibilities
- Organise, advertise, and promote fundraising activities to raise vital funds to improve animal welfare.
- Plan and participate in organised events for fundraising over an agreed time period.
- Communicate all planned activities with staff and other volunteers.
- Work alongside other volunteers, staff and members of the public, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
- Ensure best practice in fundraising and that it is legally compliant.
What we are looking for in a Fundraising Volunteer
- Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment.
- Lots of enthusiasm to help us raise much needed funds
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Friendly and approachable
- Ability to work on own initiative
What we can offer you as a volunteer Fundraising Volunteer
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area..
- Join a community which 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 Julia Tucker on 07955796593 or rspca.altrincham.cheshire@googlemail.com.
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 need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.