Philanthropy and Special Events Volunteer We are looking for a personable volunteer who would enjoy working in our Philanthropy and Special Events team. Expand We are looking for a personable volunteer who would enjoy working in our Philanthropy and Special Events team. As part of the team you would work on a variety of projects including virtual event development, in-person special events and our philanthropy projects. The role involves plenty of research and planning, and communicating with different stakeholders including suppliers and supporters. You will work in conjunction with the fundraising team to raise vital funds that support our work helping bereaved families. Terms: The hours are flexible, ideally a minimum of 6 hours a week Based: Home based. Additional: We encourage diversity in all our volunteer roles. If you have a disability or additional need and have concerns as to your ability to volunteer, please contact us to see how we can support you. Essential Skills Required: A friendly and approachable personality Ability to follow instruction Proficient in Word, Excel and Email Research skills, finding up-to-date and relevant information Flexible and adaptable Creative and confident to put forward ideas A willingness to learn new skills and processes Professional in your approach with colleagues and the public Able to handle work matters with discretion Ideal Skills Required: Good writing skills Confidence in verbal communication Experience in virtual events Experience with data analysis Key activities: Every day will be different. You will be working on a diverse portfolio of fundraising activities to help support our vital work. You will be researching relevant and up-to-date information online to support with the development of new initiatives and improvement of existing fundraising activities Maintain accurate records on the Raiser’s Edge database by regularly inputting tasks and data, and using the Event Management module Researching and profiling of new and existing supporters Sourcing of raffle and auction prizes for special events Digital marketing of events Data analysis What you’ll get out of the experience Knowledge of the charity sector and insight into how a small/medium sized charity operates, specifically within fundraising. Training on and regular use of Raiser’s Edge, the industry standard CRM system Experience in effective research Experience in how to effectively plan, market and deliver successful fundraising events The opportunity to volunteer at exciting events Priority access to other volunteering positions across the charity. Key Working Relationships Fundraising Team Terms and Conditions This job profile is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities but is a guide for information. It may be reviewed and changed in the light of the evolving needs of the Charity and as part of the volunteer’s development. Any changes will be made following discussion with the post holder. Apply now
Community Fundraising Volunteer We are looking for a volunteer who will enjoy working on a variety of fundraising projects Expand We are looking for a personable volunteer who will enjoy working on a variety of fundraising projects such as helping to create fundraising initiatives and packs to engage new supporters and encourage existing ones, and helping to secure new support from corporates, groups & associations and individuals. The role involves plenty of research and planning which are both vital in terms of securing sustainable multi-year income. You will work in conjunction with the fundraising team to raise funds that support our work helping bereaved families. The successful candidate will receive a weekly agenda and a daily virtual morning briefing meeting to help support you in your role. Terms: The hours are flexible, ideally working 1 or 2 full days per week. Based: Home based. Additional: We encourage diversity in all our volunteer roles. If you have a disability or additional need and have concerns as to your ability to volunteer, please do contact us to see how we can support you. Essential Skills Required: A friendly and approachable personality Ability to follow instructions Proficient in Word, Excel, and Email Research skills, finding up to date and relevant information Flexible and adaptable Creative and confident in putting forward ideas Professional in your approach with colleagues and the public Confident speaking on the phone Ideal Skills Required: Good written skills willingness to learn new skills and processes Key activities: Every day will be different. You will work on a diverse portfolio of fundraising activities to help support our vital work. You will research relevant and up-to-date information online to support with the development of new campaigns and improving existing fundraising activities. You will help to improve processes and develop fundraising materials. You will support data collection and take a full part in the evaluation of new fundraising products. You will be involved in strategy and update meetings via zoom. What you’ll get out of the experience Hands-on and varied experience working in fundraising. Experience in strategic project planning and implementation. Experience in effective research and people management procedures and marketing plans. Experience in providing excellent supporter care. The opportunity to volunteer at exciting events, such as music festivals if you would like to. Priority access to other volunteering positions across the charity. Key Working Relationships Fundraising Team but working with the Community Fundraising Manager specifically. Terms and Conditions This job profile is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities but is a guide for information. It may be reviewed and changed in the light of the evolving needs of the Charity and as part of the volunteer’s development. Any changes will be made following discussion with the post holder. Apply now
Let‘s Rock the 80’s and PennFest Volunteer We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to represent Child Bereavement UK at the incredible Let’s Rock the 80’s Festival series this year. Expand We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to register their interest in representing Child Bereavement UK at the incredible Let’s Rock the 80’s Festival series this year. All we ask is just 4 hours of your time to assist us with selling wristbands and raffle tickets and scanning entry tickets at the entrance gate. In return for this, you will be able to enjoy the whole event for free! You will be fully briefed at the start of your shift and will be supported by Child Bereavement UK staff throughout. You will have access to free water and snacks while volunteering and will be given any PPE required in line with regulations. Terms: Time-specific shift of 4 hours Based: One (or more if you’d like!) of the Let’s Rock Festivals, which take place across the UK (for precise locations and dates please view Lets Rock website: Let's Rock 80's – The Retro Festivals) Additional: We encourage diversity in all our volunteer roles. If you have a disability or additional need and have concerns as to your ability to volunteer, please do contact us to see how we can support you. Essential Skills Required: A friendly and approachable personality Aged over 18 years (your children can join you while volunteering, however they will not be listed as a volunteer themselves and will attend the event at your own risk.) Reliable Confident with basic technology, such as a card machine (training will be provided) Ideal Skills Required: Confident working with the general public Key activities: Selling wristbands and raffle tickets Scanning entry tickets What you’ll get out of the experience Free entry to a Let’s Rock the 80’s Festival Priority access to other volunteering positions across the charity. Key Working Relationships Fundraising Team Festival goers Other volunteers Apply now
Festival Internship This role will be working closely with our friendly fundraising team to help recruit and organise our over 1,500 strong volunteer festival team Expand This internship role will be working closely with our friendly fundraising team to help recruit and organise our more than 1,500 strong volunteer festival team to support the Let‘s Rock the 80’s, Pennfest, and Sunday Sessions Festivals. The intern will assist staff to support the recruitment of volunteers, as well as attend agreed events and manage volunteer teams at festivals. This role would be ideal for anyone wanting to learn new skills in event management, fundraising, or volunteer management. Ideal applicants will be friendly, able to follow instructions and a good communicator. Terms: Six-month placement (April - October 2021) working two days a week (9am- 5.30pm with an hour for lunch) and selected weekend events, which can be flexible and agreed with the successful intern. Based: Working from home Additional: We encourage diversity in all our volunteer roles. If you have a disability or additional need and have concerns as to your ability to volunteer, please do contact us to see how we can support you. Essential Skills Required: A friendly and approachable personality Ability to follow instructions Proficient in Word, Excel, and Email A willingness to learn new skills and processes Professional Comfortable inputting data Confident with colleagues and other volunteers Organised Ability to be proactive and problem solve Good writing skills Ideal Skills Required: Confident communicating with the general public A good knowledge of different social media platforms Key activities: You will be working closely to deliver a big project raising thousands for a very deserving charity. You will support volunteering recruitment across a variety of channels including social media, businesses, and volunteer platforms. You will be involved in the recruitment and management of volunteers during the registering process. You will receive training on NXT, our internal CRM system, and will use this system to update volunteer records. You will be involved in strategy and update meetings via Zoom. At events you will help manage volunteers on the day and provide excellent supporter care to festival goers What you’ll get out of the experience Experience working in the festival/events industry. Experience in the charity third sector Training on NXT our CRM system. Experience in volunteer recruitment and management. Experience in effective research, people management procedures and marketing plans. Experience in providing excellent supporter care. Free entry to Festivals. Priority access to other volunteering positions across the charity. Full expenses paid at events including hotel stays, food and drink. Key working relationships Fundraising Team Child Bereavement UK’s volunteers Festival goers Apply now