Fundraising & Engagement Volunteer - Events Helper

We are looking for people with flexible availability and good communication skills who can support us at community and fundraising events in Hounslow, Richmond & Ealing. The role is an opportunity to help set up and/or run our stall, or be part of our team, at a variety of fun and interesting events such as bucket shaking fundraisers, community fairs, fetes, open days, information days etc. These events may take place of a weekday, evenings or quite often at weekends so we are looking for those who have spare time and feel comfortable dealing with the public. Applicants with access to a vehicle to travel/take things to events and those physically fit enough to set up/take down our stall and carry equipment and deliver/give out leaflets are especially welcome.

Time Commitment – Flexible (including weekends) – There tends to be more events in the summer and in the lead up to Christmas.

What skills do I need?

• Ability to acquire knowledge of what The Mulberry Centre offers to people affected by cancer.

• Good communication skills.

• Confident engaging with the public, gaining their interest and inspiring donations.

• Ability to work unsupervised (with experience) if necessary.

• The ability to travel to and access specific community event locations across the boroughs of Hounslow, Richmond and Ealing.

• Flexible availability to attend events, including weekends.

• Previous experience of preparing for and representing an organisation at events, access to a vehicle to travel/take things to events, and physically fit enough to carry banners and leaflets, desirable but not essential.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

Ad-hoc as and when agreed events are due to take place - volunteers will be notified in advance and given the chance to take part if they are available. The more flexibility a volunteer has the mor opportunity to become involved.